Mplayer
Mplayer is a Linux alternative to Media Player Classic (MPC) on Windows.
Considering a switch? Mplayer is one of 4 Sound & Video programs on Linux Alternative.com mapped specifically to Media Player Classic (MPC) users, and community votes below reflect how it compares to the others.
MPlayer is a classic, versatile media player supporting a huge range of formats and codecs, often driven from the command line. Read more
Download Mplayer3 other Linux alternatives to Media Player Classic (MPC)
VLC is the free, open-source, cross-platform media player from VideoLAN that plays virtually any format out of the box.
DownloadFrequently asked questions
Is Mplayer free?
Most Linux alternatives listed here are free and open-source. Check Mplayer's own download page for exact licensing terms.
Does Mplayer run on Windows too?
Many Linux applications, including some in the Sound & Video category, also have Windows builds. Check the download link above to see what platforms Mplayer supports.
What are other alternatives to Media Player Classic (MPC) besides Mplayer?
There are 3 other Linux alternatives to Media Player Classic (MPC) listed on this page, ranked by community votes.