Paramount Plus carries drama, comedy, reality, and sports across its own shows and content from CBS, MTV, Nickelodeon, and other ViacomCBS networks
Paramount Plus holds thousands of episodes across hundreds of shows. The library includes originals made for the service (like Yellowstone, 1883, and The Offer), current and past seasons from CBS broadcast shows (like The Bold and the Beautiful and Ghosts), reality programming from MTV and VH1, kids' content from Nickelodeon, sports documentaries, and back catalogs of older series. What is available changes monthly as licensing agreements shift and new seasons premiere.
The easiest way to see what is on the service right now is to open the Paramount Plus app or website and browse by category — Drama, Comedy, Reality, Kids, Sports — or search for a specific title. The service also sends email notifications when new seasons of shows you watch premiere. This guide explains what kinds of shows typically live on Paramount Plus and how to find them, but the actual catalog at any given moment is what you see when you log in.
Key Takeaways
- Paramount Plus originals include Yellowstone, 1883, The Offer, Halo, and Star Trek: Discovery, with new seasons and spinoffs launching throughout the year.
- CBS broadcast shows appear on Paramount Plus, usually the day after they air on television or as full seasons after the broadcast run ends.
- MTV, VH1, and Nickelodeon content — reality shows, competition series, and kids' programming — is included with your subscription.
- The catalog changes monthly, so a show you saw last month may no longer be available, and new titles arrive regularly.
- Searching by title or browsing by genre (Drama, Comedy, Reality, Kids, Sports) is faster than scrolling through the full library.
Paramount Plus Original Series You Can Watch Now
Paramount Plus invests heavily in shows made specifically for the service. Yellowstone, a modern-day ranch drama, ran for five seasons and spawned two spinoffs: 1883 (a prequel) and 1923 (another prequel). The Offer is a limited series about the making of The Godfather. Halo adapts the video game as a live-action drama. Star Trek: Discovery, Star Trek: Picard, and Star Trek: Lower Decks are part of the expanded Star Trek universe on the service.
Other originals include Paramount Plus Presents (stand-up comedy specials), The Man Who Fell to Earth (science fiction), Godfather of Harlem (crime drama), and Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies (musical prequel). New seasons and new series premiere regularly — the service announces them on its homepage and in the "Coming Soon" section of the app. If you follow a show, Paramount Plus will notify you when a new season drops.
CBS Shows Available on Paramount Plus
Because Paramount Plus is owned by the same company as CBS, the service carries current and past seasons of CBS broadcast shows. The Bold and the Beautiful and The Young and the Restless (daytime soaps) air new episodes daily on CBS and appear on Paramount Plus the next day. Ghosts, Morningstar, and The Equalizer are recent CBS dramas that moved to Paramount Plus after their broadcast runs. The Price Is Right and Let's Make a Deal (game shows) are also on the service.
Older CBS shows like NCIS, Criminal Minds, The Good Wife, and Cheers are available in full or partial runs. The exact seasons available depend on licensing, so not every show has every season. Search the title you want to see what is there, or browse the "CBS Shows" category to see what the service currently offers.
Reality, Competition, and Lifestyle Shows
MTV and VH1 content makes up a large part of Paramount Plus. The Real World, The Challenge, Catfish, and Floribama Shore are MTV reality franchises on the service. VH1 shows include Love & Hip Hop (multiple city versions), Married to Medicine, and Shahs of Sunset. Survivor and The Amazing Race (competition shows) also stream on Paramount Plus.
Paramount Plus adds new seasons of these shows as they air on cable, so if you follow a reality series, you can watch it on the service instead of waiting for a cable broadcast. The reality category in the app shows what is currently available and what is coming soon.
Kids and Family Programming
Nickelodeon content is included with Paramount Plus. Current Nickelodeon shows, animated series, and movies are on the service. SpongeBob SquarePants, Dora the Explorer, Paw Patrol, and Blue's Clues are examples of long-running Nickelodeon franchises available. The service also carries Nickelodeon movies and specials.
A dedicated Kids section in the app filters content by age group and genre, making it easier to find shows for younger viewers. Parental controls let you set restrictions on what can be watched.
Sports Documentaries and Live Sports Events
Paramount Plus carries sports documentaries and some live sports. The Spurs Dynasty, The Franchise, and other behind-the-scenes sports series are available. The service also streams some NFL games (Thursday Night Football during the season), NCAA college sports, and soccer matches depending on your region and subscription tier.
Live sports availability changes by season and by what rights Paramount Plus holds in your area. Check the Sports section of the app to see what is currently streaming or coming up.
How to Find Shows on Paramount Plus
Open the Paramount Plus app or go to paramountplus.com. The homepage shows featured new releases and trending shows. Use the search bar at the top to look for a specific title — type the show name and the service will tell you if it is available and which seasons you can watch. If you do not know what you want to watch, browse by category: Drama, Comedy, Reality, Kids, Sports, and others appear in the main menu.
You can also filter by network (CBS, MTV, Nickelodeon, VH1) to see what that network has on the service. If you create a watchlist by clicking the heart icon on a show's page, Paramount Plus will remind you when new seasons premiere. The "Coming Soon" section shows what is launching in the next few weeks.
What Changes and What Stays
Paramount Plus originals — shows made specifically for the service — stay on the platform indefinitely. Yellowstone, Star Trek series, and other originals will remain available as long as you have a subscription. CBS broadcast shows and content from MTV, VH1, and Nickelodeon may leave the service if licensing agreements end, though this is less common for shows that air on those networks regularly.
The service adds new content constantly. New seasons of shows you watch premiere on a schedule announced in advance. If you want to know what is coming, check the "Coming Soon" section or follow Paramount Plus on social media for announcements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch current episodes of CBS shows on Paramount Plus?
Yes. Most CBS broadcast shows appear on Paramount Plus the day after they air on television. Daytime shows like The Bold and the Beautiful air new episodes daily on CBS and stream on Paramount Plus the next day. Primetime shows usually appear within 24 hours of broadcast.
Do I need a higher subscription tier to watch all shows?
Most shows are available on the standard Paramount Plus plan. Some live sports events and premium content may require the ad-free tier or a higher subscription level. Check the show's page to see what tier it requires.
Why is a show I watched last month no longer available?
Paramount Plus licenses content from other networks and studios, and those licenses sometimes expire. When a license ends, the show leaves the service. This is less common for Paramount Plus originals and CBS shows, which tend to stay longer.
How do I know when a new season of my favorite show premieres?
Add the show to your watchlist by clicking the heart icon on its page. Paramount Plus will send you a notification when a new season becomes available. You can also check the "Coming Soon" section of the app or the show's page to see premiere dates.
Is there a way to see everything new this month?
Yes. The homepage shows recently added content, and the "Coming Soon" section lists titles launching in the next few weeks. You can also sort by "New" in each category to see the most recent additions.