You can watch Paramount Plus content through Amazon Prime Video, but only if you add it as a paid channel
Paramount Plus is not included in a standard Amazon Prime Video subscription. Instead, Amazon offers Paramount Plus as an add-on channel that you can subscribe to directly through the Prime Video app or website. When you add it this way, you pay Paramount Plus's monthly fee (separate from your Prime membership) and watch Paramount Plus shows and movies alongside your other Prime Video content.
This is different from having both subscriptions separately. Adding Paramount Plus through Prime Video means your login, billing, and viewing all happen in one place — the Prime Video app — rather than switching between two different apps.
Key Takeaways
- Paramount Plus is available as a paid add-on channel through Amazon Prime Video, not as part of the standard Prime membership.
- You can add Paramount Plus to your Prime account on the Prime Video app, website, or through your Amazon account settings, and you'll be charged monthly by Amazon.
- Once added, Paramount Plus content appears in your Prime Video library and you watch it in the same app without switching between services.
- You can cancel the Paramount Plus channel anytime through your Prime account without affecting your Prime Video membership.
How to add Paramount Plus as a Prime Video channel
Open the Amazon Prime Video app on your device or go to primevideo.com in a web browser. Look for the menu or search option and find "Channels" or "Add-ons." Search for "Paramount Plus" in the list of available channels.
Select Paramount Plus and choose the subscription plan you want — Paramount Plus offers different tiers with different prices and ad levels. Click "Subscribe" or "Add Channel" and confirm your payment method. Amazon will charge you the monthly fee for Paramount Plus starting when ready, and the subscription will renew automatically each month.
After you subscribe, Paramount Plus content will appear in your Prime Video app. You can search for shows and movies by title, or browse Paramount Plus's catalog through the Channels section of Prime Video.
What you get when you add Paramount Plus through Prime Video
Adding Paramount Plus through Prime Video gives you access to the same content as a standalone Paramount Plus subscription — all the same shows, movies, and live TV (if you choose a plan that includes it). The only difference is where you watch it: in the Prime Video app instead of the separate Paramount Plus app.
Your viewing history, watchlist, and preferences stay within Prime Video. If you use multiple devices, your progress syncs across them just as it does with other Prime Video content. You do not need a separate Paramount Plus account or login when you subscribe through Prime Video.
How billing works when you add Paramount Plus to Prime
Amazon charges you for the Paramount Plus channel as a separate line item on your Amazon bill. The charge appears monthly on your credit card or Amazon account balance, depending on your payment method. The amount depends on which Paramount Plus plan you chose — the service offers plans with ads and without ads at different price points.
Your Prime membership fee and your Paramount Plus channel fee are billed separately. Canceling Paramount Plus does not affect your Prime Video membership, and canceling Prime Video does not cancel your Paramount Plus channel — you have to cancel each one independently.
Canceling Paramount Plus through Prime Video
To cancel the Paramount Plus channel, go to your Amazon account and find "Memberships and Subscriptions" or "Your Subscriptions." Look for "Channel Subscriptions" or "Prime Video Channels" and find Paramount Plus in the list. Select "Manage" or "Cancel Subscription" next to Paramount Plus.
Confirm that you want to cancel. Your access to Paramount Plus content ends at the end of your current billing period — you can usually watch until the last day of the month you paid for. You will not be charged again after cancellation.
Devices where you can watch Paramount Plus through Prime Video
Once you add Paramount Plus to your Prime account, you can watch it on any device that supports Prime Video: phones and tablets (iOS and Android), computers (Windows and Mac), smart TVs, streaming devices like Roku and Fire TV, and gaming consoles like PlayStation and Xbox.
Your subscription works on all these devices at once — you do not need separate logins or additional purchases. The Paramount Plus content appears in your Prime Video library on every device you use.
Alternatives if you want to subscribe to Paramount Plus separately
You do not have to add Paramount Plus through Prime Video. You can subscribe to Paramount Plus directly through the Paramount Plus app or website instead. A direct subscription works the same way and costs the same amount, but you manage it separately from Prime Video and watch it in a different app.
Some people prefer adding it through Prime Video for convenience — everything is in one place. Others prefer a direct subscription if they want to keep their streaming services completely separate, or if they do not have a Prime membership and do not want one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need Amazon Prime to add Paramount Plus through Prime Video?
Yes, you need an active Amazon Prime membership to add Paramount Plus as a Prime Video channel. If you do not have Prime, you can subscribe to Paramount Plus directly instead through the Paramount Plus app or website.
Can I watch Paramount Plus offline if I add it through Prime Video?
Offline viewing depends on the Paramount Plus plan you choose and the device you use. Some Paramount Plus plans allow downloads for offline viewing, and some do not. Check your specific plan's features to see if downloads are included.
Will adding Paramount Plus through Prime Video change my Prime membership price?
No. Your Prime membership fee stays the same. You pay only the Paramount Plus channel fee on top of your existing Prime bill. The two charges are separate.
What happens to my Paramount Plus content if I cancel Prime Video?
Canceling Prime Video does not automatically cancel your Paramount Plus channel. You have to cancel the Paramount Plus channel separately through your account settings. If you want to keep watching Paramount Plus after you cancel Prime, you can subscribe to it directly.
Can I use the same Paramount Plus account if I subscribe through Prime Video?
When you add Paramount Plus through Prime Video, you do not create or use a separate Paramount Plus account. Your access is tied to your Amazon account. If you already have a standalone Paramount Plus subscription, adding it through Prime Video creates a separate subscription — you would be paying for both.