The Great Dictator

Engelske undersættelser The Great Dictator (1940)

Dansk: Vredens druer

Once again - the whole world laughs!

Comedy War
8.3 / 10

Dictator Adenoid Hynkel tries to expand his empire while a poor Jewish barber tries to avoid persecution from Hynkel's regime.

Runtime 125 min
Language EN
Country United States of America
Director Charlie Chaplin
Budget $2M
Box Office $11M
Handling

En fattig familie fra Oklahoma rejser til Californien under Den Store Depression i håbet om et bedre liv.

6 English subtitles available
Release Source Downloads Flags Download
Great Dictator, The (1940) opensubtitles 4,678 .SRT
Great Dictator, The (1940) opensubtitles 2,508 .SRT
Great Dictator, The (1940) opensubtitles 2,277 .SRT
Great Dictator, The (1940) opensubtitles 1,981 .SRT
Great Dictator, The (1940) opensubtitles 1,981 .SRT
The Great Dictator opensubtitles 24,568 .SRT

The Great Dictator — Cast & Crew

Directed by: Charlie Chaplin

Charlie Chaplin Adenoid Hynkel, Dictator of Tomania / A Jewish Barber
Paulette Goddard Hannah
Jack Oakie Benzino Napaloni, Dictator of Bacteria
Reginald Gardiner Commander Schultz
Henry Daniell Garbitsch
Billy Gilbert Field Marshal Herring
Grace Hayle Madame Napaloni
Carter DeHaven Spook
Maurice Moscovitch Mr. Jaeckel
Emma Dunn Mrs. Jaeckel

Languages Spoken in The Great Dictator (1940)

The Great Dictator features dialogue in English, Esperanto. With multiple languages spoken throughout the movie, having reliable English subtitles ensures you can follow every scene regardless of the language being spoken on screen. Multi-language movies often switch between languages without warning, making subtitles essential for a complete viewing experience.

Download English Subtitles for The Great Dictator (1940)

This page lists all available English subtitle files for the movie The Great Dictator (1940) in .SRT format. We currently have 6 subtitle versions sourced from opensubtitles. Each version corresponds to a different video release, so you can find the subtitle that synchronises perfectly with your file.

The most popular subtitle for The Great Dictator has been downloaded 24,568 times, which is a strong indicator of quality and timing accuracy.

About The Great Dictator (1940)

Dictator Adenoid Hynkel tries to expand his empire while a poor Jewish barber tries to avoid persecution from Hynkel's regime.

  • Genre: Comedy, War
  • Release year: 1940
  • TMDB rating: 8.3 / 10
  • Type: Movie
  • Runtime: 125 minutes
  • Director: Charlie Chaplin
  • Spoken languages: English, Esperanto
  • Country: United States of America
  • IMDB ID: tt0032553

The Great Dictator is a comedy movie released in 1940. Having accurate English subtitles is especially important for comedy titles, where fast-paced dialogue and comedic timing and wordplay require precise subtitle synchronisation.

Trivia & Fun Facts about The Great Dictator (1940)

  • The production budget for The Great Dictator was approximately $2 million.
  • The Great Dictator earned approximately $11 million at the worldwide box office.
  • The film earned more than 6 times its production budget, making it a major box office success.
  • Produced by Charles Chaplin Productions.
  • The movie features dialogue in 2 different languages: English, Esperanto.
  • The Great Dictator has been rated by 3,647 users on The Movie Database (TMDB).
Themes & Topics: amnesia nazi hairdresser propaganda world war i dictator jewish ghetto fascism world war ii national socialism national socialist party satire speech black and white barbershop

How to Add English Subtitles to The Great Dictator

  1. Find your release version – Check the filename of your The Great Dictator video file. It usually contains the source (BluRay, WEB-DL, HDTV) and release group name.
  2. Download the matching .SRT – In the table above, locate the subtitle whose release name matches your video and click the download button.
  3. Rename the subtitle file – Rename the downloaded .SRT file so it has the exact same name as your video file (e.g. the-great-dictator.srt).
  4. Place both files together – Move the .SRT into the same folder as the video.
  5. Open in your media player – Launch the video in VLC, Kodi, Plex, MPC-HC, PotPlayer, or Infuse. The subtitles will load automatically.

Best Media Players for The Great Dictator Subtitles

Any media player that supports external .SRT files will work with the subtitles on this page. Here are the most popular options:

  • VLC Media Player – Free, open-source, and available on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS. Drag and drop the .SRT file onto the player window or use Subtitle > Add Subtitle File. Press G/H to adjust timing on the fly.
  • Kodi – Ideal for home theatre setups. Place the .SRT in the same folder as the video and Kodi loads it automatically.
  • Plex – Name the .SRT file identically to the video and place it in the same directory. Plex detects it and offers it as a selectable subtitle track.
  • MPC-HC / MPC-BE – Lightweight Windows players with excellent subtitle rendering. Supports .SRT auto-loading and manual delay adjustments.
  • Infuse (Apple TV / iOS) – Automatically picks up .SRT files stored alongside your videos on network shares or cloud storage.

Frequently Asked Questions about The Great Dictator (1940) Subtitles

Where can I download English subtitles for The Great Dictator?

You can download free English subtitles for The Great Dictator (1940) right here on engelskeundersaettelser.com. We have 6 subtitle versions available from sources like opensubtitles. Simply choose the version that matches your video release and click the download button.

Are the The Great Dictator subtitles free to download?

Yes, absolutely. Every English subtitle for The Great Dictator on our website is 100% free. There is no registration, no subscription, and no hidden fees.

Which The Great Dictator subtitle file should I choose?

Look at the Release column in the subtitle table above and match it to the release version of your video file. Common indicators include the video source (BluRay, WEB-DL, HDTV, DVDRip) and the release group name. If you are not sure which version you have, choose the subtitle with the highest download count (the top version here has 24,568 downloads).

The The Great Dictator subtitles are out of sync with my video. How do I fix it?

Subtitle timing issues usually occur when the subtitle was created for a different video release. Try these solutions:

  • Download a different subtitle version from the table above that matches your specific release
  • Adjust the subtitle delay in your player: in VLC, press G (delay) or H (advance) to shift subtitles by 50ms per press
  • Use free tools like Subtitle Edit or SubSync to automatically re-synchronise the .SRT file to your video

Can I use these subtitles on my smart TV?

Yes. Download the .SRT file and save it on a USB drive or network-attached storage in the same folder as your The Great Dictator video file. Rename the .SRT to match the video filename exactly. Most smart TVs will detect and display the subtitles automatically.

Is The Great Dictator worth watching?

The Great Dictator (1940) holds a rating of 8.3 out of 10 on TMDB, placing it among the higher-rated movies in its category (Comedy, War). With accurate English subtitles, you can fully enjoy every line of dialogue.

What is the .SRT subtitle format?

SRT (SubRip Text) is the most widely used subtitle format in the world. It is a simple text file containing numbered entries with timestamps and dialogue text. The .SRT format is supported by virtually every media player, smart TV, streaming device, and video editing tool.

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