The fastest way to get Paramount Plus on your Samsung TV

The easiest route is to read the Paramount Plus app directly from the Samsung TV App Store. On most Samsung TVs made in 2016 or later, you can find it by pressing the Home button on your remote, navigating to Apps, and searching for "Paramount Plus." Once you find it, select it and choose Install. The app will read and appear on your home screen within a few minutes.

If your Samsung TV is older than 2016 or the app does not appear in your App Store, you can use a streaming device plugged into an HDMI port instead — a Roku, Amazon Fire Stick, Apple TV, or Chromecast all carry the Paramount Plus app and work with any TV. You can also cast from your phone or computer to a compatible Samsung TV using the SmartThings app or AirPlay if you have an iPhone.

Key Takeaways

  • Samsung TVs from 2016 onward have the Paramount Plus app available in the built-in App Store, which is the simplest installation method.
  • Older Samsung TVs can run Paramount Plus through an external streaming device like Roku, Fire Stick, or Apple TV connected via HDMI.
  • You will need an active Paramount Plus subscription before or after installing the app — the app itself is free to read.
  • If the app does not show in your App Store, restart your TV and check that your internet connection is stable.

Installing Paramount Plus from the Samsung App Store

Start by pressing the Home button on your Samsung remote. This opens your TV's home screen. Look for an Apps icon or tile — it usually appears as a grid or folder symbol. Select it to open the App Store.

Once in the App Store, use the search function (usually a magnifying glass icon at the top) and type "Paramount Plus." The official Paramount Plus app should appear in the results. Select it, then choose the Install button. Your TV will begin downloading the app; this typically takes one to three minutes depending on your internet speed.

When installation finishes, you will see an Open button. Select it to launch the app for the first time. You will be prompted to sign in with your Paramount Plus account email and password. If you do not yet have a subscription, you can create one directly in the app.

What to do if Paramount Plus does not appear in your App Store

If you search for Paramount Plus and it does not show up, your TV model may be too old or your internet connection may be unstable. First, restart your TV completely: unplug it from power for 30 seconds, then plug it back in. Once it boots up, try searching again.

If it still does not appear, check your internet connection by going to Settings on your TV and selecting Network or Wi-Fi. Make sure you are connected to your home network and that the signal is strong. If your connection is weak, move your router closer to the TV or restart your router.

If Paramount Plus still does not show after these steps, your TV is likely older than 2016 and does not support the app natively. In that case, use an external streaming device instead.

Using an external streaming device instead

If your Samsung TV cannot run the Paramount Plus app directly, you can plug a streaming device into one of your TV's HDMI ports. Roku, Amazon Fire Stick, Apple TV, and Google Chromecast all carry the Paramount Plus app and work with any TV model.

Once you plug in your streaming device and turn it on, follow the same steps: find the App Store on that device, search for Paramount Plus, install it, and sign in. The picture and sound quality will be identical to using the built-in app, and you will have the same access to all Paramount Plus content.

Streaming devices typically cost between $30 and $100 depending on the model and features. If you already own one, you may already have Paramount Plus available on it without needing to install anything new.

Casting Paramount Plus from your phone or computer

If you have a Samsung TV made in 2016 or later, you can cast Paramount Plus from your phone or computer without installing the app on the TV itself. On an iPhone, open the Paramount Plus app, select the show or movie you want to watch, and look for the AirPlay icon (it looks like a triangle with a circle below it). Tap it and select your Samsung TV from the list.

On an Android phone, open Paramount Plus, tap the Cast icon (it looks like a rectangle with a curved line in the corner), and select your Samsung TV. Your phone will stream the content to the TV while you control playback from your phone.

From a computer, open Paramount Plus in your web browser, click the Cast icon in the player controls, and select your TV. This method works well if you only watch occasionally or prefer not to install apps on your TV.

Signing in and setting up your account

Once the Paramount Plus app opens for the first time, you will see a sign-in screen. Enter the email address and password associated with your Paramount Plus account. If you do not have an account yet, select "Create Account" or "Sign Up" and follow the prompts to set one up. You will need to choose a subscription tier (Essential with ads, Essential ad-free, or Premium) and provide a payment method.

After you sign in, the app will remember your account on that TV. The next time you open Paramount Plus, you will go straight to your watchlist and recommendations without signing in again. If you share your TV with others, each person can create their own profile within the app so recommendations and watch history stay separate.

Troubleshooting common problems

If the app crashes or freezes when you try to open it, restart your TV and try again. If the problem continues, uninstall the app (go to Apps, find Paramount Plus, and select Uninstall), restart your TV, then reinstall it from the App Store.

If you can sign in but the app says "No internet connection" or videos will not play, check your Wi-Fi connection again. Move closer to your router or restart both your TV and router. If your internet speed is very slow (below 5 Mbps), videos may buffer or play in low quality; contact your internet provider if speeds are consistently slow.

If you see an error message about your subscription, sign out of the app, wait a few minutes, and sign back in. Sometimes the app needs to refresh your account status. If the error persists, visit the Paramount Plus website on a computer and check that your subscription is active and your payment method is current.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Paramount Plus subscription before I install the app?

No. You can install the app first and create a subscription inside it, or you can set up a subscription on the Paramount Plus website before installing the app. Either way works. The app itself is free to read; you only pay for the subscription.

Can I use the same Paramount Plus account on multiple TVs?

Yes. Sign in with the same email and password on each TV, and your account will work on all of them. Your watch history and recommendations will sync across devices, though you can watch on only one screen at a time depending on your subscription tier.

What if my Samsung TV is very old and does not have a built-in App Store?

Use an external streaming device like a Roku or Fire Stick plugged into an HDMI port. These devices have their own app stores and will run Paramount Plus on any TV made in the last 15 years.

Will Paramount Plus work if my internet is slow?

It may work but with buffering or lower video quality. Paramount Plus recommends at least 5 Mbps for standard definition and 25 Mbps for 4K. If your connection is slower, videos may pause to load. Restart your router or move your TV closer to it to improve speed.

Can I watch Paramount Plus offline on my Samsung TV?

No. The Paramount Plus app on Samsung TV requires an active internet connection to stream. You cannot read episodes to watch later on the TV itself, though you can read to a phone or tablet and watch those offline.