Showtime on Hulu costs $10.99 per month as an add-on subscription

If you already have Hulu, you can add Showtime for $10.99 per month on top of your current Hulu bill. This is separate from your base Hulu subscription — you pay both charges. Showtime gives you access to the full Showtime channel catalog within the Hulu app, including original series, movies, sports, and documentaries.

The price is the same whether you have Hulu's ad-supported plan or the ad-free plan. You cannot buy Showtime standalone through Hulu; it only works as an add-on to an existing Hulu subscription. Once added, Showtime content appears alongside your regular Hulu library with no separate login or app required.

Key Takeaways

  • Showtime through Hulu costs $10.99 per month and requires an active Hulu subscription.
  • You add Showtime directly in the Hulu app or account settings without signing up for a separate service.
  • The add-on price is the same for both Hulu's ad-supported and ad-free plans.
  • You can cancel Showtime at any time without affecting your Hulu subscription.
  • Paramount+ is a different streaming service owned by the same company but requires its own separate subscription.

How to add Showtime to your Hulu account

Log into your Hulu account on the website or open the Hulu app. Go to your account settings or profile menu — the exact location varies slightly between the web version and the app. Look for an option labeled "Add-ons" or "Manage Add-ons." Select Showtime from the list of available channels.

Confirm the $10.99 monthly charge and choose your payment method. Showtime will appear in your Hulu app when ready, usually within a few minutes. You do not need to read a separate app or create a new login. The Showtime section integrates directly into your Hulu interface, and you can browse and watch content the same way you do with regular Hulu programming.

What you get with Showtime on Hulu

Showtime's full channel catalog streams through Hulu, including current and past seasons of original series like Dexter, Homeland, and The L Word: Generation Q. You also get access to Showtime movies, stand-up comedy specials, documentaries, and sports programming including some boxing and MMA events.

New episodes of Showtime originals release on their regular broadcast schedule, so you watch them the same day they air on the Showtime channel. You can stream on-demand whenever you want, and you can watch on any device where you use Hulu — phone, tablet, computer, or connected TV. The Showtime library updates regularly with new releases and seasonal content.

Showtime on Hulu versus Paramount+ with Showtime

Paramount+ is a separate streaming service that also offers Showtime content. Paramount+ costs $5.99 per month with ads or $11.99 per month without ads. You can add Showtime to Paramount+ for an additional $12.99 per month, which gives you the same Showtime channel access but through the Paramount+ app instead of Hulu.

The choice depends on which streaming app you already use and prefer. If you are a Hulu subscriber, adding Showtime there keeps everything in one place and costs $10.99 monthly. If you use Paramount+ instead, adding Showtime there makes more sense at $12.99 monthly. The content is the same either way, but the total monthly cost and app experience differ. Consider which service you use more often and whether consolidating into one app matters to you.

Canceling Showtime on Hulu

You can cancel Showtime at any time through your Hulu account settings. Go to "Add-ons" or "Manage Add-ons" and select the option to remove Showtime. Your Hulu subscription continues without interruption — canceling Showtime does not affect your base Hulu plan.

Cancellation takes effect when ready, and you lose access to Showtime content right away. You are not charged for a partial month; if you cancel mid-month, your next billing date straightforward skips the Showtime charge. This makes it straightforward to add and remove Showtime seasonally if you only want it for specific shows or events.

Bundling options that include Showtime

Hulu does not offer a bundle that includes Showtime automatically. You must add it separately to any Hulu plan. However, Hulu does bundle with Disney+ and ESPN+ if you want to combine multiple services at a discount — that bundle does not include Showtime and costs $14.99 per month with ads or $24.99 per month without ads.

Paramount+ offers a bundle that includes Showtime, but that is a different service entirely and requires switching from Hulu if you want to use it. If you are considering multiple streaming services, compare the total cost of adding Showtime to Hulu against switching to Paramount+ with Showtime included to see which option fits your budget and viewing habits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I watch Showtime on Hulu without a Hulu subscription?

No. Showtime on Hulu only works as an add-on to an active Hulu subscription. You must have a Hulu plan first, then add Showtime on top of it.

Does the price change if I have Hulu with ads versus without ads?

No. Showtime costs $10.99 per month regardless of which Hulu plan you have. The add-on price is the same for both the ad-supported and ad-free versions of Hulu.

Can I share my Hulu account with family members if I add Showtime?

Hulu's sharing rules are the same whether or not you have Showtime added. Check your Hulu plan details for how many simultaneous streams you are allowed and whether profile sharing is included.

What happens to Showtime if I pause my Hulu subscription?

If you pause your Hulu subscription, Showtime pauses as well. When you reactivate Hulu, Showtime resumes automatically unless you canceled it separately.

Is Showtime on Hulu the same as the Showtime app?

Yes, the content is identical. The difference is where you watch it — through the Hulu app versus downloading the Showtime app separately. Hulu's version is simpler if you already use Hulu for other content.