No, Paramount Plus is not included with Amazon Prime

Amazon Prime Video and Paramount Plus are separate streaming services run by different companies. If you have an Amazon Prime membership, you do not automatically get Paramount Plus. You need to pay for Paramount Plus as an add-on through Amazon, or subscribe to it directly through Paramount's website or app.

The confusion happens because Amazon Prime Video does offer add-on channels — you can layer paid subscriptions on top of your Prime membership. Paramount Plus is one of those options. But the base Amazon Prime membership covers only Amazon's own content library, not Paramount's shows and movies.

Key Takeaways

  • Amazon Prime Video and Paramount Plus are separate services; Prime membership does not include Paramount Plus access.
  • You can add Paramount Plus to your Amazon Prime account for a monthly fee, or subscribe to Paramount Plus independently.
  • Adding Paramount Plus through Amazon Prime costs the same as subscribing directly, but bundles your billing into one place.
  • Some Paramount Plus content may appear in Amazon Prime Video search results if you have the add-on, but only the add-on gives you full access to Paramount's library.

How to add Paramount Plus to your Amazon Prime account

If you want to watch Paramount Plus through Amazon Prime, you can add it as a channel. Open the Amazon Prime Video app or website, go to your account settings, and look for "Channels" or "Add-ons." Search for Paramount Plus, select it, and confirm the monthly charge. Your subscription will appear on your Amazon bill each month.

The monthly cost is the same whether you add it through Amazon or subscribe directly to Paramount Plus. The advantage of adding it through Amazon is convenience — one login, one bill, one app to manage multiple subscriptions. The disadvantage is that you are still paying the full price; Amazon does not discount the add-on.

Subscribing to Paramount Plus directly instead

You can also go straight to Paramount Plus's website or read the Paramount Plus app and subscribe there without involving Amazon at all. This route gives you the same access to Paramount's content for the same price. Some people prefer this method because they manage their subscriptions in one place outside of Amazon, or because they want to use Paramount Plus on devices that do not connect to their Amazon account.

Both routes — through Amazon or directly — give you the same Paramount Plus experience. The choice is about where you want to manage your subscription and how you prefer to pay.

What content you get with Paramount Plus

Paramount Plus includes shows like Yellowstone, The Handmaid's Tale, Star Trek: Discovery, and Halo, plus movies from Paramount Pictures and other studios. It also carries live sports, news, and local CBS broadcasts in some markets. The exact library changes month to month as Paramount adds and removes titles.

If you add Paramount Plus to your Prime account, you see these titles in your Prime Video app alongside Amazon's own content. Search results will show you Paramount Plus shows and movies, but you can only watch them if your add-on is active. If you cancel the add-on, those titles disappear from your access.

The difference between Prime Video and Paramount Plus libraries

Amazon Prime Video focuses on Amazon Studios originals, licensed films and shows, and content from other studios. Paramount Plus focuses on content from Paramount Pictures, CBS, MTV, Nickelodeon, and other properties owned by Paramount Global. There is some overlap — both services carry movies and shows from major studios — but each has exclusive content the other does not.

If you want to watch a specific show or movie, you need to check which service carries it. A title on Prime Video is not automatically on Paramount Plus, and vice versa. Many people subscribe to both because the libraries are different enough that one does not replace the other.

Bundling Paramount Plus with other services

Paramount Plus sometimes offers bundle deals with other services. For example, you might find a package that combines Paramount Plus with Showtime, or promotional offers that reduce the monthly cost for the first few months. These deals change frequently and vary by region.

If you are considering multiple subscriptions, check Paramount's website for current bundle offers before you add it through Amazon. A bundle might save you money compared to paying for each service separately. However, bundles purchased directly from Paramount are separate from your Amazon Prime account — they do not appear on your Amazon bill.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I watch Paramount Plus on my TV if I add it through Amazon Prime?

Yes. If you add Paramount Plus as an Amazon Prime add-on, you can watch it on any device that runs the Prime Video app — smart TVs, Roku, Apple TV, Fire Stick, and others. You log in with your Amazon account, and the add-on carries over to all your devices.

What happens to my Paramount Plus if I cancel my Amazon Prime membership?

If you added Paramount Plus through Amazon, canceling Prime does not automatically cancel the add-on. You need to remove Paramount Plus separately from your account settings. If you subscribed to Paramount Plus directly, your Prime membership status has no effect on it.

Is Paramount Plus cheaper if I add it through Amazon?

No. The monthly cost is identical whether you add it through Amazon or subscribe directly. The only difference is billing — through Amazon it appears on your Prime bill, and directly it appears as a separate charge.

Do I need Amazon Prime to watch Paramount Plus?

No. You can subscribe to Paramount Plus on its own without any Amazon Prime membership. You do not need Prime to access Paramount Plus content through the Paramount app or website.