Cancel Showtime Through Your Paramount+ Account

If you subscribed to Showtime as an add-on through Paramount+, you cancel it in the same place you manage your Paramount+ subscription. Log into your Paramount+ account on a web browser or the mobile app, go to your Account settings, and select "Manage Add-Ons" or "Subscriptions." Find Showtime in the list and choose "Cancel" or "Remove." The cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle, so you keep access until then.

The exact menu names vary slightly between the Paramount+ website and app, but the path is always Account → Subscriptions or Add-Ons → Showtime → Cancel. If you cannot find the option, look for a "Billing" or "Payment Methods" section instead—some account layouts group add-ons there. You will see your next billing date before you confirm the cancellation, so you know exactly when Showtime stops.

Key Takeaways

  • Cancel Showtime through Paramount+ by logging in, navigating to Account settings, finding Manage Add-Ons or Subscriptions, and selecting Cancel next to Showtime.
  • Your Showtime access continues until the end of your current billing period, even after you cancel.
  • If you subscribed to Showtime directly (not through Paramount+), you must cancel through Showtime's website or customer service instead.
  • Keep your Paramount+ subscription active if you want to keep using it—canceling Showtime does not affect your main account.
  • Contact Paramount+ support by phone or chat if the cancel button does not appear or if you have trouble completing the cancellation.

Cancel Showtime If You Subscribed Directly

Some people subscribe to Showtime as a standalone service rather than as an add-on to Paramount+. If you signed up directly with Showtime (not through Paramount+), you cancel through Showtime's own website. Go to Showtime.com, log in with your account credentials, and look for Account Settings or Manage Subscription. Select the option to cancel or downgrade your plan.

Showtime will ask you to confirm the cancellation and may offer you a discount to stay. You can accept the offer or proceed with canceling. Like the Paramount+ add-on, your access continues through the end of your billing cycle. If you cannot find the cancel option on the website, call Showtime customer service at 1-844-SHOWTIME (1-844-746-9846) and a representative will process the cancellation for you.

What Happens After You Cancel

Once your billing cycle ends, you lose access to Showtime content. You will not be charged again. If you cancel mid-cycle, you do not receive a refund for the unused portion—most streaming services do not offer prorated refunds. Your Paramount+ account (if you have one) remains active and unaffected by canceling Showtime.

If you change your mind later, you can resubscribe to Showtime at any time through the same method you used to cancel. There is no penalty for canceling and resubscribing. Some people cancel temporarily during months when they do not plan to watch, then add it back when new shows premiere.

Troubleshooting: Cancel Button Not Showing

If you log into your account and do not see a cancel option, first check that you are looking in the right place. On Paramount+, go to Account → Subscriptions (or Add-Ons), not to your payment method page. On Showtime's site, make sure you are logged into the account that actually has the subscription—if you have multiple email addresses, you may be in the wrong account.

If the cancel button still does not appear, try a different browser or clear your browser cache and cookies, then log in again. If that does not work, contact support directly. Paramount+ offers live chat and phone support, and Showtime has phone support. A representative can cancel the subscription for you and confirm the cancellation in writing.

Canceling Through Your Payment Method

If you cannot access your Showtime or Paramount+ account, you can sometimes cancel through your payment method instead. If you pay with a credit card, debit card, or PayPal, you can log into that account and look for recurring charges or subscriptions. Most payment processors let you cancel recurring charges directly from your account settings.

However, this method does not always work cleanly—the streaming service may still try to charge you, or your account may be flagged as unpaid. It is better to cancel through the Showtime or Paramount+ website if you can. Use the payment method route only if you have lost access to your streaming account or cannot remember your password and cannot reset it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get a refund if I cancel Showtime mid-cycle?

No. Most streaming services charge for the full month upfront and do not refund unused days. If you cancel on the 15th of a 30-day cycle, you lose access on the last day of that cycle but do not receive a partial refund. Plan your cancellation for just before your next billing date if you want to minimize unused time.

Will canceling Showtime cancel my Paramount+ subscription too?

No. Showtime is an add-on to Paramount+, so canceling Showtime only removes that add-on. Your Paramount+ account stays active and you keep all Paramount+ content. If you want to cancel Paramount+ itself, you must do that separately through the same Account settings menu.

Can I pause my Showtime subscription instead of canceling?

Showtime and Paramount+ do not offer a pause feature. You either stay subscribed and pay, or you cancel. If you want to stop paying temporarily, cancel now and resubscribe later when you are ready to watch again. There is no penalty for canceling and coming back.

What if I forgot my password and cannot log in to cancel?

Use the "Forgot Password" link on the login page to reset your password, then log in and cancel normally. If the password reset email does not arrive, check your spam folder. If you still cannot reset it, call Paramount+ or Showtime customer service and they will verify your identity and cancel the subscription for you.

How long does it take for the cancellation to go through?

The cancellation is when ready once you confirm it on the website. You will see a confirmation message right away. Your access ends on your next billing date, which the system shows you before you cancel. You do not have to wait for an email or call—the change is live when ready in your account.