Apple TV adds sign language interpretation for Deaf viewers

Apple TV's new sign language feature gives Deaf viewers an alternative to captions, with interpretation tailored to each supported film.

The Apple TV app will add sign language interpretation on November 13, starting with "Being Heumann" and "F1". Both films will offer American Sign Language and British Sign Language options.

Viewers can enable the feature in Apple TV app settings, then select the Sign Language button during playback. Supported titles will display a Sign Language icon, and searches such as "with ASL" can help viewers find them.

Deaf and native signers designed and tested the experience, with interpretation performances tailored to each film. "Way of the Warrior Kid" and "Greyhound" will add support later this year, with more Apple Originals to follow.

"At Apple, we believe everyone should be able to enjoy great stories and entertainment," said Sarah Herrlinger, Apple's senior director of Global Accessibility Policy and Initiatives. "Bringing sign language interpretation to Apple TV is an exciting step forward in making the viewing experience more accessible and inclusive for Deaf audiences."

"Accessibility is a core value at Apple, and we're proud to continue creating experiences that allow more people to enjoy the content they love."

The app will also offer a "Movies & Shows with American Sign Language" collection. It will bring titles featuring ASL interpretation together as support expands across streaming services.

"Being Heumann" follows disability rights activist Judy Heumann and begins streaming globally on Apple TV alongside the feature's launch. Directed by Sian Heder, the film stars Ruth Madeley as Heumann, with sign language interpretation directed by Daniel Durant.

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