What May Plus is and how to find it
May Plus is a bundle option within Paramount Plus that combines the main Paramount Plus streaming service with additional premium channels. Instead of paying for Paramount Plus alone, you pay one monthly price and get access to both the base service and extra content channels bundled together.
To find May Plus, log into your Paramount Plus account and look for the plan options in your account settings or subscription menu. The bundle appears alongside the standard Paramount Plus plan during sign-up or when you change your subscription tier. Paramount Plus displays the price difference between the base plan and the bundle so you can see exactly what the upgrade costs each month.
May Plus is not a separate app or service—it is an add-on tier within the Paramount Plus platform itself. Once you subscribe, all the bundled channels appear in your Paramount Plus app alongside the regular content library.
Key Takeaways
- May Plus bundles Paramount Plus with additional premium channels for one monthly price rather than paying for each service separately.
- You access May Plus through your existing Paramount Plus account settings, not through a separate app or website.
- The bundle includes specific premium channels whose content appears in your Paramount Plus library once you subscribe.
- Pricing for May Plus varies depending on whether you choose an ad-supported or ad-free version of the base Paramount Plus service.
- You can change from a standard Paramount Plus plan to May Plus at any time through your account settings.
What channels and content come with May Plus
May Plus bundles Paramount Plus with premium channels that Paramount owns or distributes. The exact channels included depend on your region and the current bundle configuration, as Paramount adjusts these offerings periodically. Common channels in the bundle include premium movie and drama services that would otherwise cost extra if purchased separately.
All bundled content streams through the same Paramount Plus app. You do not need to switch between apps or services to watch—everything appears in one library organized by channel. The Paramount Plus search function finds content across all bundled channels at once, so you can discover shows and movies from the premium channels without hunting through separate interfaces.
Check your account settings or the Paramount Plus website to see the exact channels included in May Plus for your region, since the bundle contents can vary by location and change over time.
How pricing works for May Plus
May Plus costs more per month than a standard Paramount Plus subscription, but less than paying for Paramount Plus and the premium channels separately. The exact price depends on whether you choose the ad-supported or ad-free version of Paramount Plus as your base tier.
Paramount Plus offers two base plans—one with ads and one without—and May Plus is available as an upgrade to either tier. The ad-supported version of May Plus costs less than the ad-free version. Your monthly bill stays the same each month unless you change your plan tier or Paramount adjusts pricing.
If you are already a Paramount Plus subscriber, you can upgrade to May Plus mid-month. Paramount typically prorates the difference, charging you only for the days remaining in your billing cycle at the higher rate, then charging the full May Plus price on your next renewal date.
Switching from standard Paramount Plus to May Plus
To upgrade from a standard Paramount Plus plan to May Plus, open your account settings within the Paramount Plus app or website. Look for the subscription or plan section, usually found under "Account" or "Settings." Paramount Plus displays your current plan and shows available upgrade options, including May Plus, with the new monthly price clearly listed.
Click or tap the option to upgrade to May Plus. Paramount Plus asks you to confirm the change and shows you when the new price takes effect. Most upgrades happen when ready, and you gain access to the bundled premium channels right away. Your next billing date remains the same—Paramount adjusts your first charge to account for the price difference.
You can downgrade from May Plus back to standard Paramount Plus at any time through the same account settings menu. Downgrades typically take effect on your next billing date, not when ready, so plan ahead if you want to reduce your subscription cost.
Watching May Plus on different devices
Since May Plus streams through Paramount Plus, you watch it on any device that supports the Paramount Plus app. This includes smartphones and tablets running iOS or Android, computers running Windows or macOS, smart TVs with the Paramount Plus app pre-installed, streaming devices like Roku and Amazon Fire TV, and gaming consoles including PlayStation and Xbox.
read the Paramount Plus app on your device, sign in with your account credentials, and all May Plus content appears in your library. The app remembers where you stopped watching and syncs your progress across devices, so you can start a show on your phone and continue on your TV without losing your place.
Paramount Plus limits the number of devices that can stream at the same time depending on your plan tier. Check your account settings to see how many simultaneous streams your plan allows, and whether May Plus changes that limit compared to your previous plan.
Troubleshooting common May Plus issues
If you upgraded to May Plus but do not see the bundled premium channels in your app, try signing out completely and signing back in. This refreshes your account information and usually loads the new channels within a few minutes. If channels still do not appear, restart the Paramount Plus app or reinstall it on your device.
If your billing shows an unexpected charge after upgrading, check your account settings to confirm your plan tier. Paramount Plus displays your current subscription level and next billing date there. If the charge does not match the price you saw during upgrade, contact Paramount Plus support through the app or website—billing errors are usually corrected quickly once reported.
If you cannot find the May Plus option in your account settings, it may not be available in your region yet, or your current plan may not support upgrading to it. Paramount rolls out May Plus in phases across different areas, so availability varies by location.
Comparing May Plus to other Paramount Plus tiers
Paramount Plus offers three main subscription tiers: the ad-supported plan, the ad-free plan, and May Plus (available in both ad-supported and ad-free versions). The base ad-supported plan costs the least and includes the full Paramount Plus library with commercials. The ad-free plan removes ads but costs more. May Plus adds premium channels to either base tier for an additional monthly fee.
If you watch a lot of content and want access to the premium channels without paying for separate subscriptions, May Plus saves money compared to buying channels individually. If you only watch Paramount Plus content and do not care about the premium channels, the standard ad-free plan may be all you need.
Consider how often you watch, whether you mind ads, and whether the premium channels in May Plus interest you. Paramount Plus lets you change plans monthly, so you can try May Plus for a month and downgrade if it does not fit your viewing habits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I try May Plus before committing to a monthly subscription?
Paramount Plus sometimes offers free trial periods for new subscribers, but these trials may not include May Plus—check the trial terms when you sign up. If you are already a Paramount Plus subscriber, you cannot trial May Plus before upgrading. However, you can upgrade for one month and downgrade on your next billing date if you decide the premium channels are not worth the extra cost.
Do I need a separate account for May Plus?
No. May Plus is an upgrade to your existing Paramount Plus account, not a separate service. You use the same login and the same app. Once you upgrade, all bundled content appears in your regular Paramount Plus library.
What happens to my May Plus subscription if I cancel Paramount Plus?
If you cancel your Paramount Plus account entirely, your May Plus subscription ends at the same time. You lose access to both the base Paramount Plus library and the premium channels. If you resubscribe later, you would need to upgrade to May Plus again to access the bundled channels.
Can I share my May Plus subscription with family members?
Paramount Plus allows multiple profiles on one account, and all profiles have access to the same content library, including May Plus channels. However, the number of people who can watch at the same time is limited by your plan tier. Check your account settings to see how many simultaneous streams your May Plus plan allows.
Does May Plus include live TV or sports?
May Plus bundles specific premium channels, but the exact content varies by region. Check the Paramount Plus website or your account settings to see which channels are included in your area and whether they carry live TV, sports, or other programming you are interested in.