Paramount Network's current lineup includes drama, crime, and reality shows
Paramount Network carries a rotating mix of original series, acquired dramas, and unscripted programming. The channel is distinct from Paramount+, the streaming service — Paramount Network is a cable channel you access through a cable or satellite provider, or through live TV streaming services like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, or Sling TV. What airs on Paramount Network changes daily, and the schedule varies by time zone and provider.
To see what is on right now, the fastest route is to check your cable provider's on-screen guide, visit Paramount Network's official website, or search the title of a show you know airs there. If you have a streaming TV service, most include a searchable program guide that shows Paramount Network's schedule for the next two weeks.
Key Takeaways
- Paramount Network is a cable channel, not the same as Paramount+ streaming, and requires a cable subscription or live TV streaming service to watch.
- The schedule changes daily and varies by time zone, so checking your provider's guide is faster than searching online.
- Paramount Network rotates between original dramas, crime shows, and reality programming, with reruns filling most daytime hours.
- If you want to watch a specific show, searching by title on your provider's guide or the Paramount Network website tells you the next air date and time.
How to find the current schedule
Your cable or satellite provider's on-screen guide is the most accurate source. Press the Guide button on your remote, search for Paramount Network (usually channel 123 or 124, though this varies), and scroll through the next few hours. The guide shows the exact time, title, and a brief description of each program.
If you use a live TV streaming service, the guide works the same way. YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and FuboTV all include Paramount Network and display the schedule within their apps. You can also set reminders for shows you want to watch, and the app will notify you when they are about to air.
Paramount Network's official website (paramountnetwork.com) lists upcoming programming, though the schedule shown there may be national and may not reflect your local time zone or any last-minute changes your provider makes.
What types of shows air on Paramount Network
Paramount Network's original series tend toward crime dramas and character-driven stories. The channel has aired shows like Yellowstone (though new seasons now premiere on Paramount+ first), Ink Master, and Cops. The network also acquires and reruns dramas from other networks, filling evening and weekend slots.
Daytime and early evening hours usually feature reruns of acquired shows or unscripted programming. Late night often carries crime documentaries or reality competition shows. The exact mix changes with the season — Paramount Network typically promotes new originals in fall and spring, similar to cable networks' traditional scheduling.
The difference between Paramount Network and Paramount+
Paramount Network is a traditional cable channel that broadcasts on a fixed schedule. Paramount+ is a subscription streaming service where you can watch shows on demand, any time. Some shows air on both — for example, a new season might premiere on Paramount+ first, then air on the cable channel weeks or months later. Other shows appear only on one platform.
If you have Paramount+ but not cable, you will not see Paramount Network's live broadcast. If you have cable but not Paramount+, you can watch Paramount Network's schedule but cannot access Paramount+'s exclusive content or on-demand library. The two services operate separately, though both are owned by Paramount Global.
Using your provider's search function
Most cable and streaming TV providers let you search by show title directly. If you know a show airs on Paramount Network, search its name in your provider's app or on-screen guide. The results show every upcoming air time for that show across all channels, letting you find the next slot without scrolling through the full schedule.
This is especially useful if you want to watch a specific series. Instead of checking the guide every day, search once and set a reminder. Your provider will alert you when the show is about to air, and you can tune in or record it if your service includes DVR.
Recording shows if your provider offers DVR
If your cable or live TV streaming service includes a DVR feature, you can record Paramount Network programs and watch them later. Most providers let you set up a series recording, which automatically records every new episode of a show without you having to manually select each one.
To set up a recording, search the show title in your guide, select it, and choose "Record" or "Record Series." The recording saves to your DVR storage, and you can watch it anytime within your provider's retention period (usually 30 to 90 days). Check your provider's terms, as some limit how many recordings you can store at once.
What to do if you cannot find a show
If a show you remember watching on Paramount Network no longer appears in the schedule, it may have moved to Paramount+ or another network, or its run may have ended. Search the show's title online along with "where to watch" — this usually shows which streaming services or networks currently carry it.
You can also contact your cable provider's customer service. They can tell you whether a show is still airing on Paramount Network, when it airs, or which other channels carry it. Some providers also offer on-demand libraries that include past episodes of shows that no longer air live.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Paramount Network the same as Paramount+?
No. Paramount Network is a cable channel with a fixed broadcast schedule. Paramount+ is a streaming service where you watch on demand. Some shows appear on both, but they are separate services owned by the same company.
Can I watch Paramount Network without cable?
You can watch it through a live TV streaming service like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, or FuboTV, all of which include Paramount Network. You cannot watch it through Paramount+ alone — that streaming service does not include the live cable channel.
How far ahead is the Paramount Network schedule posted?
Most providers post the schedule two to four weeks in advance. Your cable or streaming TV provider's guide shows the furthest ahead. Paramount Network's website may show a shorter window, usually one to two weeks.
Can I record shows from Paramount Network?
Yes, if your cable or live TV streaming service includes DVR. Search the show in your guide, select it, and choose "Record" or "Record Series." The recording saves to your DVR storage for 30 to 90 days, depending on your provider.
What if a show I want to watch is not on the schedule?
The show may have moved to another network or Paramount+, or its run may have ended. Search the title online with "where to watch" to find which service currently carries it, or contact your provider's customer service.