The Grammy Awards air on CBS, not Paramount Plus
The Grammy Awards broadcast itself does not stream on Paramount Plus. The ceremony airs live on CBS television, and Paramount Plus carries CBS content only after the live broadcast ends — usually the next day. If you want to watch the Grammys as they happen, you need a cable subscription, a CBS live stream through the CBS app or website, or a live TV streaming service that includes CBS.
Paramount Plus does carry Grammy-related content after the fact: clips, highlights, award announcements, and sometimes full performances from the ceremony. You can also watch past Grammy Award ceremonies on the platform if they have been archived. But the live event itself is not available through Paramount Plus.
Key Takeaways
- The Grammy Awards broadcast airs live on CBS television and does not stream live on Paramount Plus.
- Paramount Plus usually posts highlights, clips, and performances from the Grammys the day after the ceremony.
- To watch the live ceremony, use CBS directly through cable, the CBS app, or a live TV streaming service like YouTube TV or Hulu with Live TV.
- Paramount Plus is useful for catching up on Grammy content after the broadcast, but not for watching the event in real time.
Where to watch the Grammys live
CBS broadcasts the Grammy Awards live on television. If you have a cable or satellite subscription that includes CBS, tune in on the night of the ceremony. The broadcast time varies by year but is usually in the evening on a Sunday or Monday.
If you do not have cable, the CBS app and CBS.com both stream the ceremony live, but you need to sign in with a cable provider account or a CBS subscription. YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, and similar live TV streaming services also carry CBS and will show the Grammys live if you have an active subscription.
Some years, other platforms like Apple TV Plus or Amazon Prime Video have carried the Grammys, but this is not may provide. Check the official Grammy Awards website or your streaming service directly before the ceremony to confirm where it will air.
What Paramount Plus has after the ceremony
Paramount Plus typically posts Grammy highlights within hours or a day after the live broadcast. These include award announcements, acceptance speeches, and full performances. The exact content available depends on what Paramount Plus has licensed rights to show.
If you miss the live ceremony, Paramount Plus is a reasonable place to catch the moments that mattered most. You can also search for specific performances or award categories to watch clips on demand. Past Grammy ceremonies are sometimes available in full on the platform, though availability changes.
The difference between live and on-demand
A live broadcast means you watch as it happens, in real time, with no delays or edits. The Grammy Awards ceremony is a live event, so watching it live on CBS gives you the full experience as it unfolds. Paramount Plus does not offer live streaming of the Grammys.
On-demand content is recorded and posted after the fact. Paramount Plus offers on-demand Grammy content — highlights, clips, and sometimes full performances — but these are not live. If you care about watching the ceremony as it happens, live TV is your only option.
How to check if the Grammys are on your streaming service
Before Grammy night, log into your Paramount Plus account and search for "Grammy Awards" in the search bar. If the live broadcast is available, it will appear in the results. If nothing shows up, the live ceremony is not on that platform.
You can also check the official Grammy Awards website or the network's website (CBS.com) for a list of where the ceremony will air that year. Streaming rights change annually, so what was available last year may not be available this year. A quick search a few days before the ceremony will tell you exactly where to watch.
Why the Grammys are not always on the same platform
The Grammy Awards are owned by the Recording Academy, and they sell broadcast rights to networks and streaming services. CBS has held the main broadcast rights for many years, but those rights can change. Some years, other networks or platforms may carry the ceremony or share it.
Paramount Plus is owned by the same parent company as CBS, so there is a connection, but that does not mean Paramount Plus automatically gets the live broadcast. The platform focuses on on-demand content and does not typically carry live events. This is why the Grammys air on CBS first and appear on Paramount Plus later as clips and highlights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch the Grammys live on Paramount Plus?
No. The Grammy Awards broadcast airs live on CBS, not Paramount Plus. You can watch highlights and clips on Paramount Plus the next day, but the live ceremony is not available on that platform.
What if I don't have cable or CBS?
Use the CBS app or CBS.com to stream the ceremony live if you have a cable provider login. If you do not have cable, YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, and other live TV streaming services carry CBS and will show the Grammys live. Check your service before the ceremony to confirm.
When will Grammy highlights be on Paramount Plus?
Paramount Plus usually posts highlights, clips, and performances within a few hours to a day after the live broadcast ends. The exact timing varies, but you can expect to find content the next day at the latest.
Are past Grammy ceremonies available on Paramount Plus?
Some past Grammy Awards ceremonies are available on Paramount Plus, but not all. Search the platform for "Grammy Awards" to see what is currently available. Availability changes over time as licensing agreements shift.
Can I rewatch the full Grammy ceremony on Paramount Plus?
Sometimes, but not always. Paramount Plus may post the full ceremony or a highlights reel, depending on licensing. Check the platform after the broadcast to see what is available. If the full ceremony is not there, clips and performances usually are.