The best shows and movies on Paramount Plus this month
Paramount Plus rotates its library constantly, so what's worth your time depends on what you watch. The platform holds a mix of original series, movies from the Paramount film studio, CBS shows, and licensed content that changes monthly. Rather than listing everything available, here are the categories where Paramount Plus actually has depth right now, and what stands out in each one.
The strongest reason to keep a subscription is the original series — shows made by Paramount Plus itself that you cannot find elsewhere. These tend to stay on the platform longer than licensed content, which means you are not racing against a removal date. The second-strongest reason is Star Trek, which Paramount Plus owns outright. If you watch neither originals nor Star Trek, you are mostly paying for the same movies and CBS reruns that rotate off every few months.
Key Takeaways
- Paramount Plus originals like Yellowstone, Tulsa King, and The Offer stay on the platform indefinitely, while licensed movies often leave after a few months.
- Star Trek shows — Discovery, Picard, Strange New Worlds, and Lower Decks — are exclusive to Paramount Plus and represent the largest single draw for subscribers.
- CBS shows like Ghosts and The Equalizer air on the network first, then move to Paramount Plus, so timing depends on the current TV season.
- The movie library rotates monthly, so checking what is leaving at the end of the month is more useful than checking what just arrived.
- Paramount Plus bundles with Showtime for a higher price, but Showtime content is separate and requires the upgrade.
Paramount Plus originals that justify the subscription
Yellowstone ran for five seasons and ended in 2022, but it remains the most-watched show the platform has ever made. If you have not seen it, the entire series is available. The show follows a family fighting to keep their Montana ranch against developers, Native American tribes, and the federal government. It is a drama with genuine stakes, not a prestige piece, and it has the viewership numbers to prove people want to watch it.
Tulsa King is a newer original that started in 2022 and has two seasons available now. It stars Steve Buscemi as a New York mobster exiled to Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he has to build a criminal empire from scratch in a place where nobody knows what that means. It is lighter than Yellowstone — closer to a comedy — but it has the same appeal: a character you want to follow, a setting that feels real, and a premise that actually goes somewhere.
The Offer, a 10-episode limited series, tells the story of how The Godfather got made. It focuses on producer Albert S. Ruddy and the obstacles he faced bringing Mario Puzo's novel to the screen. If you have seen The Godfather, this is a behind-the-scenes look at how that happened. If you have not, it works as its own story about making art under pressure.
Star Trek shows if you watch science fiction
Paramount Plus owns all Star Trek content now, which means every Star Trek show lives here. That includes the newer shows — Discovery, Picard, Strange New Worlds, and Lower Decks — plus the older ones like The Next Generation and Deep Space Nine. If you are a Star Trek fan, this is the only place to watch the new material.
Strange New Worlds is the newest and the one most people start with if they are new to recent Star Trek. It follows the USS Enterprise under Captain Pike before Kirk took command. It has two seasons available now, with a third confirmed. If you want to know whether modern Star Trek is worth your time, this is the entry point.
Lower Decks is a comedy about the lower-ranking crew members on a starship. It is animated, fast-paced, and full of references to older Star Trek shows. If you like Star Trek and comedy together, it works. If you have never seen Star Trek, the references will not land.
CBS shows that move to Paramount Plus after airing
Ghosts is a CBS comedy about a couple who inherit a house full of ghosts. It airs on CBS first during the TV season, then moves to Paramount Plus. The show has three seasons available now. It is lighter than the originals but consistent — the kind of thing you can watch while doing something else.
The Equalizer is a drama about a woman who uses her skills to help people the system has failed. Like Ghosts, it airs on CBS first, then moves to Paramount Plus. It has four seasons available. If you like procedural dramas where the main character solves a problem each episode, this fits that shape.
These CBS shows are worth watching if you like the genre, but they are not exclusive to Paramount Plus — you can watch them on CBS.com or wait for them to cycle through other streaming services. They are a bonus, not a reason to subscribe.
Movies that rotate monthly
Paramount Plus has access to movies from the Paramount film studio, which means films like the Mission: Impossible series, Top Gun, and Sonic the Hedgehog appear here regularly. However, these rotate. A movie might be available for three months, then leave for six months, then return. If you see a movie you want to watch, watch it soon — it may not be there next month.
The platform also licenses movies from other studios, but those licenses are shorter and less predictable. A movie from another studio might appear for a month and then disappear for a year. Check the "leaving soon" section at the end of each month if you are trying to catch something before it goes.
What to check before you subscribe or renew
Before you pay for a month, open Paramount Plus and search for one show you actually want to watch. Do not assume it is there because you saw it mentioned somewhere. The library changes, and the show you heard about might have rotated off.
If you are on the fence, check whether you have a cable or phone plan that includes Paramount Plus for free. Many cable packages and some phone plans bundle it. If you already have access through another service, you do not need to pay separately.
Paramount Plus offers two tiers: the standard plan with ads, and a higher-priced plan without ads. The ad-supported version is cheaper but interrupts shows and movies. The ad-free version costs more but does not interrupt. There is also a bundle that adds Showtime, which is a separate channel with its own content, for an additional fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Paramount Plus worth it if I only want to watch one show?
No. If there is one show you want to watch, watch it during a free trial or a single month, then cancel. Paramount Plus is worth keeping if you watch multiple shows or if you are a Star Trek fan who wants access to all the shows at once. Otherwise, subscribe for one month, watch what you came for, and move on.
Can I watch Paramount Plus on my TV?
Yes. Paramount Plus works on smart TVs, streaming devices like Roku and Apple TV, gaming consoles, and through your web browser. read the app for your device or go to paramountplus.com in a browser. You log in with the same account on all devices.
What happens to shows I am watching if they leave Paramount Plus?
If you are in the middle of a show and it gets removed, you lose access to the episodes you have not watched yet. You cannot read episodes to keep. If a show is important to you, watch it before the removal date or buy it on another platform like Amazon Prime Video or Apple TV.
Does Paramount Plus have a free trial?
Paramount Plus sometimes offers free trial periods, but the length and availability change. Check paramountplus.com directly to see what is current. Some trials are seven days, some are longer, and some periods have no trial at all.
Can I share my Paramount Plus account with family members?
Paramount Plus allows multiple profiles on one account, so family members can have separate watchlists and recommendations. However, the terms of service restrict account sharing to people in your household. Sharing a password with someone outside your home violates the terms, though enforcement varies.