Walmart Plus includes Paramount Plus at no extra cost, but only the ad-supported version
Walmart Plus members get access to Paramount Plus with ads as part of their membership. This means you can watch Paramount Plus content through your Walmart Plus account without paying a separate subscription fee for Paramount Plus itself. However, the version included is the ad-supported tier, not the ad-free premium version.
Paramount Plus with ads shows advertisements during shows and movies, similar to watching cable television. If you want to remove ads, you would need to pay extra for an upgrade to the ad-free tier, which costs additional money beyond your Walmart Plus membership.
Showtime and Paramount Plus Select are not included with Walmart Plus. These are separate paid add-ons within Paramount Plus that require additional subscription fees on top of whatever Paramount Plus plan you have.
Key Takeaways
- Walmart Plus members receive Paramount Plus with ads at no extra charge as part of their membership benefit.
- The included version shows advertisements during content, and upgrading to ad-free viewing requires paying extra beyond your Walmart Plus fee.
- Showtime and Paramount Plus Select are premium add-ons that cost additional money and are not covered by Walmart Plus.
- You access Paramount Plus through the Paramount Plus app or website using your Walmart Plus account credentials.
How to access Paramount Plus through Walmart Plus
To start watching Paramount Plus with your Walmart Plus membership, you first need an active Walmart Plus account. Once you have that, go to the Paramount Plus website or open the Paramount Plus app on your device.
During sign-up or login on Paramount Plus, select the option to sign in with your Walmart account. Enter your Walmart username and password. Paramount Plus will verify that you have an active Walmart Plus membership and grant you access to the ad-supported version of the service.
After you link your accounts, you can browse and watch Paramount Plus content directly. Your access continues as long as your Walmart Plus membership remains active. If your Walmart Plus membership ends, your Paramount Plus access through that benefit also stops.
What content is available with the ad-supported version
The ad-supported Paramount Plus tier included with Walmart Plus gives you access to the full library of shows and movies available on Paramount Plus. This includes original series like Yellowstone, Halo, and The Offer, plus movies, live sports, and content from CBS, MTV, Nickelodeon, and Comedy Central.
The difference between ad-supported and ad-free is only the presence of commercials—you are not locked out of any titles or features because of the ads. You can still read episodes to watch offline, create watchlists, and resume where you left off across devices.
Upgrading to remove ads or add Showtime
If you want to watch Paramount Plus without advertisements, you can upgrade to the ad-free tier. This upgrade is separate from your Walmart Plus membership and costs extra each month. The price varies depending on current promotions, so check Paramount Plus directly for the current upgrade cost.
Showtime is available as an add-on subscription through Paramount Plus. This gives you access to Showtime's original series and movies in addition to your Paramount Plus content. Like the ad-free upgrade, Showtime costs additional money beyond both your Walmart Plus membership and your base Paramount Plus subscription.
Paramount Plus Select is another premium tier that bundles Paramount Plus with Showtime together. This is also a paid add-on and not included with Walmart Plus.
Walmart Plus membership cost and other benefits
Walmart Plus costs $98 per year or $12.98 per month, depending on which payment option you choose. Paramount Plus with ads is one of several benefits included in that membership fee. Other benefits include free delivery on may be able to access orders, fuel discounts, and early access to online sales.
The Paramount Plus benefit is available to all Walmart Plus members at no additional cost. You do not need to pay extra or meet any spending requirements to use it.
Comparing Walmart Plus to paying for Paramount Plus separately
If you subscribe to Paramount Plus with ads directly (without Walmart Plus), the cost is $5.99 per month. If you also want Walmart Plus for its other benefits, the combined cost would be higher than just getting Paramount Plus alone. However, if you already plan to use Walmart Plus for delivery and other benefits, the included Paramount Plus access adds value to your membership without raising the price.
The ad-free version of Paramount Plus costs $11.99 per month on its own. If you want ad-free viewing, you would pay that upgrade fee in addition to your Walmart Plus membership, making the total cost higher than Paramount Plus alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch Showtime through Walmart Plus?
No. Showtime is not included with Walmart Plus. You can add Showtime as a paid add-on through Paramount Plus, but it costs extra money beyond your Walmart Plus membership.
Do I need a separate Paramount Plus account to use the benefit?
You do not need to create a separate Paramount Plus account. You sign in to Paramount Plus using your Walmart account credentials, and the service recognizes your Walmart Plus membership to grant you access.
What happens to my Paramount Plus access if I cancel Walmart Plus?
Your Paramount Plus access through Walmart Plus ends when your membership ends. If you want to keep watching Paramount Plus, you would need to subscribe to it directly through Paramount Plus.
Can I upgrade to ad-free Paramount Plus and keep my Walmart Plus membership?
Yes. You can upgrade to the ad-free tier of Paramount Plus while keeping your Walmart Plus membership. The upgrade costs extra and is a separate charge from your Walmart Plus fee.
Is the Paramount Plus benefit available in all countries?
Walmart Plus is available in the United States. Paramount Plus availability and the Walmart Plus benefit vary by region, so check with Walmart in your country for current details.