Paramount Plus is not included with a standard Amazon Prime Video subscription, but you can add it as a paid channel

Paramount Plus does not come free with Amazon Prime Video. If you have an Amazon Prime membership, you can add Paramount Plus as an optional paid channel through the Prime Video app or website, but this costs extra on top of your Prime membership. The monthly fee for Paramount Plus through Amazon is the same as subscribing directly to Paramount Plus — there is no discount for bundling.

The advantage of adding it through Amazon is convenience: you watch everything in one app and one billing statement, rather than managing separate logins and subscriptions. If you prefer to keep subscriptions separate, you can also subscribe to Paramount Plus directly through their own app or website.

Key Takeaways

  • Paramount Plus is a paid add-on channel within Amazon Prime Video, not included in the base Prime membership.
  • The monthly cost is identical whether you subscribe through Amazon or directly through Paramount Plus.
  • Adding Paramount Plus through Amazon Prime Video lets you watch in one app with consolidated billing.
  • You can cancel the Paramount Plus add-on at any time without affecting your Amazon Prime membership.

How to add Paramount Plus to your Amazon Prime Video account

Open the Amazon Prime Video app or go to primevideo.com on your web browser. Select your profile icon in the top right corner and choose "Your Memberships and Subscriptions" (on web) or "Account" (on the app). Look for "Channel Memberships" or "Add Channels" and search for Paramount Plus. Select it and follow the prompts to add it to your account.

Once you add the channel, you will see Paramount Plus content mixed into your Prime Video home page and search results. You can also access all Paramount Plus shows and movies by selecting the Paramount Plus tile or filter. Your billing will appear on your regular Amazon invoice, usually within a day or two of adding the channel.

Cost and billing for Paramount Plus through Amazon

Paramount Plus costs the same whether you subscribe through Amazon or directly. As of now, Paramount Plus offers two tiers: a standard plan with ads and a higher-priced ad-free plan. Both are available as Amazon add-ons. The exact price depends on which tier you choose and whether Paramount Plus is running a promotional offer at the time you sign up.

Your Paramount Plus charge will appear on your Amazon billing statement under "Channel Memberships" or "Subscriptions." You are charged monthly on the same date each month. If you cancel the add-on, you lose access when ready, and you will not be charged again.

What content you get with Paramount Plus

Paramount Plus includes live CBS broadcasts (in most markets), original series like Yellowstone, 1883, and The Offer, movies from the Paramount film library, and back catalogs of shows like Star Trek, The Good Wife, and Cheers. The library changes regularly as Paramount adds and removes titles.

The ad-supported tier shows commercials during playback. The ad-free tier removes most ads, though some content may still have ads at the beginning or end. Both tiers have the same shows and movies available; the difference is the viewing experience.

Canceling Paramount Plus through Amazon

To cancel, go to your Amazon account settings and select "Your Memberships and Subscriptions." Find Paramount Plus in the list of channel memberships and select "Cancel Channel" or "Manage." Confirm the cancellation. You will lose access to Paramount Plus content when ready, but your Amazon Prime membership continues unchanged.

If you cancel and later want to resubscribe, you can add it again through the same process. Amazon does not penalize you for canceling and restarting a channel membership.

Paramount Plus directly versus through Amazon

The main difference is where you manage your subscription and how you watch. Through Amazon, everything is in one place: one app, one bill, one login. Through Paramount Plus directly, you use their standalone app or website, manage a separate subscription, and receive a separate bill.

Some people prefer the direct route because they want to keep streaming services separate, or because they do not have an Amazon Prime membership. Others prefer the Amazon route for simplicity. The content, price, and video quality are identical either way. Your choice depends on whether you value the convenience of one app and one bill.

Troubleshooting common issues

If you added Paramount Plus but do not see the content in Prime Video, try signing out of the app and signing back in, or restarting the app. Sometimes the channel takes a few minutes to set up. If you still do not see it, go back to "Your Memberships and Subscriptions" and confirm the channel shows as active.

If you are having trouble with playback or streaming quality, check your internet connection and make sure your device is up to date. If the problem persists, contact Amazon customer service through your account settings — they can see whether your Paramount Plus add-on is active and troubleshoot from there.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need Amazon Prime to watch Paramount Plus?

No. You can subscribe to Paramount Plus directly without an Amazon Prime membership. Adding it through Amazon is optional and only useful if you already have Prime and want to manage everything in one place.

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

Yes. If you have the Prime Video app on your smart TV, streaming device, or game console, you can watch Paramount Plus content there after adding the channel to your account. The channel works on any device that supports Prime Video.

Will canceling Paramount Plus cancel my Amazon Prime membership?

No. Canceling a channel membership only removes that one add-on. Your Amazon Prime membership and all other benefits stay active.

Can I share my Paramount Plus add-on with family members on my Amazon account?

Yes, if they are part of your Amazon household. Anyone with access to your Prime Video account can watch Paramount Plus content. If you want to give someone their own separate Paramount Plus subscription, they would need to add the channel to their own Amazon account or subscribe directly.

What happens if I pause my Paramount Plus subscription?

Amazon does not offer a pause option for channel memberships. You can only cancel or keep the subscription active. If you cancel and want to resubscribe later, you can add it again at any time.