Paramount Plus merged into a new streaming service called Paramount
Paramount Plus stopped operating as a standalone service in May 2024 when it merged with Showtime to create a single streaming platform straightforward called Paramount. If you had a Paramount Plus subscription, your account automatically moved to the new Paramount service at the same price you were already paying. You did not need to do anything — the transition happened on the backend.
The new Paramount service combines everything that was on Paramount Plus with everything that was on Showtime, so you now have access to both libraries under one login. Your watch history, saved shows, and profile settings carried over to the merged platform. If you were mid-season in a show, you picked up exactly where you left off.
Key Takeaways
- Paramount Plus merged with Showtime in May 2024 to create a single service called Paramount, and existing subscribers were automatically moved over at no extra cost.
- The new Paramount service includes all content from both the old Paramount Plus and Showtime libraries, so you have more shows and movies to watch than before.
- Your account, password, watch history, and saved content transferred automatically — you did not need to take any action or re-enter payment information.
- The app icon and branding changed from "Paramount Plus" to "Paramount," but the service works the same way on all devices.
Why Paramount made the merger happen
Paramount Global, the company that owns both services, decided to merge them to reduce costs and compete more effectively against larger streaming rivals like Netflix and Disney Plus. Running two separate apps, two separate customer service teams, and two separate marketing campaigns was expensive. By combining them, Paramount could put more money into content and keep subscription prices lower.
The merger also meant Paramount could offer subscribers more value — you got access to Showtime's premium content without paying extra. This made the service more attractive to people deciding between streaming options. For Paramount, it meant fewer customers spread across two platforms and more customers concentrated in one place, which is easier to manage and more appealing to advertisers.
What changed for your account and billing
If you subscribed to Paramount Plus before the merger, your billing stayed the same. You continued paying whatever plan you had chosen — whether that was the ad-supported tier or the ad-free tier. Paramount did not raise prices for existing subscribers as part of the merger, though some regions saw price changes at different times for other reasons.
Your login credentials did not change. You used the same email and password to access the new Paramount service that you used for Paramount Plus. If you had multiple profiles set up on your account, those carried over as well. The only visible change was the app icon and the name of the service when you opened it.
How to access Paramount after the merger
If you still have the old Paramount Plus app on your phone, tablet, or streaming device, you can update it through your device's app store. The update will change the app name to "Paramount" and refresh the interface to match the new branding. On most devices, this happens automatically if you have automatic updates turned on.
You can also read the new Paramount app fresh from the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or your device's app store if you prefer a clean install. Log in with the same email and password you used for Paramount Plus, and your account will load with all your saved content and watch history intact. On web browsers, you can visit paramount.com and log in the same way.
What content you now have access to
The merger combined two separate content libraries into one. Everything that was on Paramount Plus — including Star Trek shows, Yellowstone, Halo, and movies from the Paramount film studio — remains available. Everything that was on Showtime — including Dexter, Homeland, Penny Dreadful, and other premium series — is now also included in your subscription.
This means you have significantly more shows and movies to choose from than you did before, all under one subscription. Paramount continues to add new original series and films to the service regularly. The content library is organized by category and searchable, so you can browse by genre or search for specific titles the same way you did on Paramount Plus.
Troubleshooting common issues after the merger
If you updated the app but cannot log in, try resetting your password on the Paramount website. Go to paramount.com, click "Sign In," then click "Forgot Password" and follow the steps to reset it. Use the email address associated with your old Paramount Plus account. After resetting, try logging in again on the app.
If the app crashes or freezes, try closing it completely and reopening it. If that does not work, uninstall the app and read it fresh from your device's app store. On smart TVs and streaming devices, you may need to restart the device itself. If you still cannot access your account after these steps, contact Paramount's customer support through the help section on their website.
If you see a message saying your subscription has expired, check your payment method in your account settings. Sometimes payment information needs to be updated if your card was replaced or expired. Go to your account settings, find the billing section, and verify your payment method is current. If it is and you still see an error, contact support.
What happened to Showtime as a separate service
Showtime stopped operating as its own streaming app when the merger completed in May 2024. If you had a Showtime subscription, it was converted to a Paramount subscription at the same price. You now access all Showtime content through the Paramount app instead of a separate Showtime app.
Showtime still exists as a brand and a channel on cable television, but the standalone Showtime streaming service no longer exists. All of Showtime's shows and movies are now part of the Paramount streaming library. This means if you were a Showtime subscriber, you actually gained access to all Paramount Plus content as well, expanding what you could watch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to pay more now that Paramount Plus merged with Showtime?
No. If you were a Paramount Plus subscriber before the merger, your price stayed the same. You now have access to Showtime content at no additional cost. New subscribers to Paramount pay the same tiered pricing that Paramount Plus used to offer.
Can I still use my old Paramount Plus login on the new Paramount app?
Yes. Your email and password from Paramount Plus work on the new Paramount service. Log in the same way you did before, and your account will load with all your saved shows and watch history.
What if I had both a Paramount Plus subscription and a separate Showtime subscription?
If you paid for both services separately, contact Paramount support to consolidate your accounts. They can merge your subscriptions so you have one account instead of two, and you will be refunded for any overlapping billing periods.
Will Paramount Plus come back as a separate app?
No. Paramount has committed to keeping all streaming content under the single Paramount service. There are no plans to split it back into separate apps.
Did my watch history and saved shows transfer to the new Paramount app?
Yes. When you log into Paramount with your old Paramount Plus credentials, your watch history, saved shows, and all profile settings appear automatically. You can pick up exactly where you left off.