[1][2] Founded in 2018, Lingopie integrates interactive language learning tools with streaming content, featuring capabilities such as dual subtitles, video-based flashcards, and gamified review drills.
[4][5] As of February 2025, Lingopie offers content in twelve languages: Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, German, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, English, Turkish, and Dutch.
[10] Lingopie was founded by entrepreneurs David Datny and Roy Oppenheim after they met and discovered their similar experiences of learning a new language abroad through immersion.
[4] The concept originated when Datny moved to Israel and struggled with traditional Hebrew language lessons but noticed significant improvement when watching television with same-language captions.
The platform's primary pedagogical approach, known as “binge-learning,” synthesizes entertainment media consumption with structured language acquisition processes.
[4][21] The methodology centers on authentic target-language content, including television programs, feature films, audiobooks, and podcasts, which expose learners to naturalistic language patterns, colloquialisms, and contextual grammar usage.
Launched as a child-focused extension of the main platform, Lingopie Kids provides age-appropriate content while maintaining the core interactive learning tools.
[19][31] The platform utilizes an integrated scheduling system to provide live Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Japanese lessons.
As of 2025, the following language pairs are supported: Lingopie is available for streaming via web browsers on Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems, as well as through dedicated applications on mobile and television platforms.
The platform maintains consistent functionality across devices, including its interactive language learning features and synchronized progress tracking.
PC Magazine gave Lingopie a positive review, stating that it offers a competitively priced annual subscription, has quality videos, a lovely interface, and is great for intermediate and advanced learners.