They Live

Engelske undersættelser They Live (1988)

You see them on the street. You watch them on TV. You might even vote for one this fall. You think they're people just like you. You're wrong. Dead wrong.

Science Fiction Action Thriller
7.3 / 10

A lone drifter stumbles upon a unique pair of sunglasses that reveal aliens are systematically gaining control of the Earth by masquerading as humans and lulling the public into submission.

Runtime 93 min
Language EN
Country United States of America
Director John Carpenter
Budget $4M
Box Office $13M
Handling

En nervepirrende actionfilm med høj tempo og intense kampe.

11 English subtitles available
Release Source Downloads Flags Download
They.Live.1988.DVDRip.XviD.AC3.Commentary-SHAKTi opensubtitles 34,660 .SRT
They.Live.1988.DVDRiP.XViD-SiCK opensubtitles 14,672 .SRT
They.Live.1988.Blu-ray.720p.x264.DD(stereo)-MySiLU opensubtitles 17,963 .SRT
They.Live[1988]DVDRip.Xvid-QAR opensubtitles 13,383 .SRT
They.Live.DVDRip.XViD-shock opensubtitles 8,510 .SRT
They.Live.1988.720p.BluRay.x264.YIFY opensubtitles 31,118 .SRT
They.Live.1988.MULTI.720p.BluRay.x264-duMux opensubtitles 14,287 .SRT
They.Live.DVDRip.XViD-CCC opensubtitles 32,916 .SRT
They Live 1988 720p BRRip x264 aac vice opensubtitles 17,826 CC .SRT
They.Live.1988.WS.DVDRip.XviD opensubtitles 4,680 .SRT
DVDRip.XviD.AC3-VLiS [and DVDRip.XviD.iNT-EwDp] opensubtitles 4,677 .SRT

They Live — Cast & Crew

Directed by: John Carpenter

Roddy Piper John Nada
Keith David Frank Armitage
Meg Foster Holly Thompsen
George Buck Flower Drifter
Peter Jason Gilbert
Raymond St. Jacques Street Preacher
Jason Robards III Family Man
John Lawrence Bearded Man
Susan Barnes Brown Haired Woman
Sy Richardson Black Revolutionary

Languages Spoken in They Live (1988)

They Live features dialogue in English. English subtitles remain valuable for non-native English speakers, viewers in noisy environments, people who are deaf or hard of hearing, and anyone who prefers to read along with the dialogue for better comprehension.

Download English Subtitles for They Live (1988)

This page lists all available English subtitle files for the movie They Live (1988) in .SRT format. We currently have 11 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 They Live has been downloaded 34,660 times, which is a strong indicator of quality and timing accuracy.

Some versions include closed captions (CC) that describe sound effects, music cues, and speaker identification — ideal for hearing-impaired viewers or anyone who wants the fullest experience.

About They Live (1988)

A lone drifter stumbles upon a unique pair of sunglasses that reveal aliens are systematically gaining control of the Earth by masquerading as humans and lulling the public into submission.

  • Genre: Science Fiction, Action, Thriller
  • Release year: 1988
  • TMDB rating: 7.3 / 10
  • Type: Movie
  • Runtime: 93 minutes
  • Director: John Carpenter
  • Spoken languages: English
  • Country: United States of America
  • IMDB ID: tt0096256

They Live is a science fiction movie released in 1988. Having accurate English subtitles is especially important for science fiction titles, where fast-paced dialogue and intense scenes can make spoken lines difficult to catch.

Trivia & Fun Facts about They Live (1988)

  • The production budget for They Live was approximately $4 million.
  • They Live earned approximately $13 million at the worldwide box office.
  • The film earned about 3.3 times its production budget at the box office.
  • Produced by Alive Films</strong>, <strong>Larry Franco Productions.
  • They Live has been rated by 3,389 users on The Movie Database (TMDB).
Themes & Topics: capitalism dystopia villainess alien social commentary los angeles, california alien invasion sunglasses glasses brawl subliminal message aliens conspiracy thriller hilarious fist fight

How to Add English Subtitles to They Live

  1. Find your release version – Check the filename of your They Live 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. they-live.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 They Live 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 They Live (1988) Subtitles

Where can I download English subtitles for They Live?

You can download free English subtitles for They Live (1988) right here on engelskeundersaettelser.com. We have 11 subtitle versions available from sources like opensubtitles. Simply choose the version that matches your video release and click the download button.

Are the They Live subtitles free to download?

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

Which They Live 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 34,660 downloads).

The They Live 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

Are there closed captions (CC) for They Live?

Yes. Some of the subtitle versions for They Live (1988) include closed captions, marked with the CC tag in the table. These subtitles contain additional descriptions of sound effects, background music, and speaker identification.

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 They Live video file. Rename the .SRT to match the video filename exactly. Most smart TVs will detect and display the subtitles automatically.

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.