Paramount+ is not included with a standard Amazon Prime membership

Paramount+ is a separate streaming service that costs extra, even if you pay for Amazon Prime Video. Amazon Prime Video and Paramount+ are two different subscriptions owned by different companies — Amazon owns Prime Video, and Paramount Global owns Paramount+. You cannot watch Paramount+ content through your Prime Video app or account unless you pay for Paramount+ separately.

However, there is one way to bundle them together: Amazon offers a discounted rate if you add Paramount+ as a channel through Prime Video. This means you can subscribe to Paramount+ and manage it through your Amazon account, but you are still paying for both services — the discount just makes the combined cost lower than paying for each one separately.

Key Takeaways

  • Paramount+ does not come free with any Amazon Prime membership tier, including Prime Video.
  • You can add Paramount+ as a channel through Amazon Prime Video at a discounted monthly rate instead of paying Paramount+ directly.
  • Adding Paramount+ through Prime Video means you manage both subscriptions in one place and one bill, but you pay for both services.
  • The discount for bundling through Amazon is typically a few dollars less per month than Paramount+'s standard price.

How to add Paramount+ through your Prime Video account

If you want to watch Paramount+ content, you can add it as a channel directly in the Prime Video app or website. Go to your Prime Video account settings, find the "Channels" or "Add channels" section, and look for Paramount+. Select it and follow the prompts to choose your subscription plan — Paramount+ offers both an ad-supported and ad-free version, and both are available through Prime Video.

Once you add Paramount+, the charge appears on your Amazon bill each month alongside your Prime membership. You do not need a separate Paramount+ account or to visit the Paramount+ website to sign up. Everything is managed through Amazon, which makes it simpler if you already use Prime Video regularly.

What content is on Paramount+ that is not on Prime Video

Paramount+ has its own original shows and movies that do not appear on Prime Video. These include series like Yellowstone, 1883, The Offer, and Halo, plus movies from the Paramount film library. If you watch CBS, you also get live CBS broadcasts and on-demand episodes of CBS shows through Paramount+, which Prime Video does not offer.

Prime Video has its own separate library of originals like The Boys, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and Rings of Power. The two services do not share content libraries, so if there is a specific show or movie you want to watch, you need to check which service has it before you subscribe.

The cost difference between adding Paramount+ through Amazon versus subscribing directly

When you add Paramount+ through Prime Video, Amazon typically offers a discount compared to paying Paramount+ directly. The exact discount varies and changes over time, but it is usually a few dollars per month less. For example, if Paramount+ costs $5.99 per month with ads when you subscribe directly, it might cost $4.99 per month when added through Prime Video.

The discount applies to both the ad-supported and ad-free versions of Paramount+. If you are already paying for Prime Video, adding Paramount+ through Amazon is usually cheaper than signing up for it separately on the Paramount+ website or app. However, you should check the current pricing on both platforms, since these rates change periodically.

Other streaming services bundled with or available through Prime Video

Amazon Prime Video lets you add other premium channels the same way you add Paramount+. Services like MGM+, Starz, Showtime, and Apple TV+ can all be added as channels through your Prime Video account. Each one costs extra and appears as a separate line item on your Amazon bill, but managing them all in one place can be convenient.

Some of these services also offer their own standalone subscriptions if you prefer to pay them directly instead of through Amazon. The bundled pricing through Prime Video is usually a discount, but not always — it depends on the service and the current promotion.

How to cancel Paramount+ if you added it through Prime Video

If you decide you no longer want Paramount+, you can cancel it through your Prime Video account settings. Go to "Manage Your Channels" or "Your Subscriptions," find Paramount+ in the list, and select "Cancel Channel" or "Remove." The cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle, so you can still watch until then.

Canceling Paramount+ through Prime Video does not affect your Prime membership or any other channels you have added. You can also pause your subscription for a few months instead of canceling completely if you think you might want to come back to it later — Paramount+ offers this option through the Prime Video interface.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I watch Paramount+ on my Prime Video app if I add it as a channel?

Yes. Once you add Paramount+ through Prime Video, you can watch it directly in the Prime Video app on your phone, tablet, smart TV, or computer. You do not need to read a separate Paramount+ app, though you can if you prefer.

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

Canceling Prime membership does not automatically cancel Paramount+. You need to cancel Paramount+ separately through your account settings. However, if you added Paramount+ through Prime Video, you manage it in the same place, so it is straightforward to cancel both at once if you want to.

Is the ad-free version of Paramount+ cheaper through Prime Video than buying it directly?

Usually yes, but the discount amount varies. Check both the Prime Video channel page and the Paramount+ website to compare current pricing for the ad-free plan. The discount is typically a few dollars per month, but it changes based on promotions.

Can I share my Paramount+ subscription with family members if I add it through Prime Video?

Paramount+ has its own rules about sharing across devices and household members, which are the same whether you subscribe directly or through Prime Video. Check Paramount+'s current sharing policy on their website, as these rules change periodically.