Peacock and Paramount Plus Are Separate Services

No, Peacock is not included with a Paramount Plus subscription. They are two different streaming services owned by the same parent company, NBCUniversal, but you need to pay for each one separately. A Paramount Plus membership does not give you access to Peacock's content, and a Peacock subscription does not include Paramount Plus.

Both services offer their own original shows, movies, and live sports. Paramount Plus focuses on content from CBS, MTV, Nickelodeon, and the Paramount film library. Peacock carries NBC programming, Universal films, and content from Bravo, E!, and other NBCUniversal networks. If you want to watch shows and movies from both services, you will need to pay for both subscriptions.

Key Takeaways

  • Paramount Plus and Peacock are owned by the same company but operate as completely separate streaming services with no bundle discount.
  • Paramount Plus shows CBS, MTV, and Nickelodeon content, while Peacock carries NBC, Universal, and Bravo programming.
  • You cannot watch Peacock content with a Paramount Plus subscription, or vice versa.
  • Some cable and internet providers include Peacock or Paramount Plus for free with certain packages, so check your existing subscriptions before paying separately.
  • Both services offer free ad-supported tiers and paid ad-free options at different price points.

What Each Service Offers

Paramount Plus carries the full library of CBS shows, including current and past seasons of dramas, comedies, and reality television. It also includes movies from the Paramount Pictures catalog, live sports like NFL games and college football, and original series made specifically for the platform. If you watch CBS programming or want access to Paramount films, this is where you find that content.

Peacock focuses on NBC's current shows and archives, plus movies from Universal Pictures. It includes live sports like Premier League soccer and WWE wrestling, along with original series and documentaries. Peacock also carries content from cable networks owned by NBCUniversal, such as Bravo and E!. The two services have almost no content overlap because they draw from different broadcast networks and film studios.

Pricing and Free Tiers

Both Paramount Plus and Peacock offer free versions supported by ads. Paramount Plus's free tier includes a limited selection of current and older episodes. Peacock's free tier also has ads and covers a portion of its library, though some newer shows and movies require the paid version.

Paid subscriptions remove ads and unlock the full library on each service. Paramount Plus's ad-free plan costs more than its ad-supported plan. Peacock's pricing structure is similar—a lower-cost ad-supported tier and a higher-cost ad-free option. Neither service offers a bundle discount when you subscribe to both, so the total monthly cost is the sum of both individual subscriptions.

Checking Your Cable or Internet Provider

Before paying for either service separately, check whether your cable or internet provider includes Peacock or Paramount Plus for free. Many providers bundle one or both services into their packages. Comcast Xfinity customers, for example, often receive Peacock included with certain internet or cable plans. Some providers include Paramount Plus with premium cable packages.

Log into your provider's account or call customer service to see what streaming services are already included. You may already have access to one or both services without an additional charge. This is one of the easiest ways to reduce the total cost of streaming.

How to Watch Both Services

If you want content from both Paramount Plus and Peacock, you will need to maintain separate subscriptions to each. You can read the Paramount Plus app and the Peacock app on the same device—phone, tablet, smart TV, or computer—and switch between them as needed. Both apps work on most streaming devices, including Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire Stick, and Samsung Smart TVs.

Some people choose to subscribe to one service for a month or two, watch what they want, then cancel and switch to the other. This approach spreads the cost over time but requires you to remember when subscriptions renew. Others keep both active year-round if they watch content from both networks regularly.

Comparing Content Libraries

The choice between the two services depends on which shows and movies matter to you. If you watch CBS shows like The Good Fight, NCIS, or Survivor, or if you want Paramount films, Paramount Plus is the right choice. If you follow NBC shows like The Office, Saturday Night Live, or The Tonight Show, or if you want Universal movies, Peacock is what you need.

Sports fans should note that Paramount Plus carries NFL games and college football, while Peacock has Premier League soccer and WWE. If you care about either of these, that service becomes essential. Many households end up with both subscriptions because different family members watch different networks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I watch NBC shows on Paramount Plus?

No. NBC shows are on Peacock, not Paramount Plus. Paramount Plus carries CBS content. The two services have separate libraries because they are owned by different divisions of NBCUniversal and draw from different broadcast networks.

Do I get a discount if I subscribe to both Paramount Plus and Peacock?

No bundle discount exists between the two services. You pay the full price for each subscription separately. Some providers may bundle one or both into a cable or internet package, so check with your provider first.

Is Peacock free with Comcast?

Many Comcast Xfinity customers receive Peacock included with their internet or cable plan, but it depends on which package you have. Log into your Xfinity account or call customer service to confirm whether Peacock is included in your plan.

Can I use the same password for both services?

You can use the same email address and password if you choose, but the accounts are separate. Signing in to Paramount Plus does not automatically sign you into Peacock. You will need to enter your credentials in each app separately.

What happens if I cancel Paramount Plus—do I lose Peacock too?

No. Canceling Paramount Plus has no effect on Peacock. They are independent subscriptions, so you can cancel one, both, or neither without affecting the other.