Paramount+ has established itself as a top streaming option for football fans. It has carried some of the best college football and NFL games in recent years, including thrilling Super Bowl matchups.
But the offerings on the streaming service go well beyond one sport. In addition to football, Paramount+ gives subscribers the ability to watch basketball, golf and soccer with UFC on the way in 2026, and they won't have to break the bank in order to follow along with the latest sporting events.
And when you want to switch up your viewing habits, there is an incredible library of shows and movies at your disposal. Paramount+ has become a one-stop shop for all of your entertainment needs.
Here is everything you need to know about Paramount+, including the plans that are currently available for subscribers.
What is Paramount+?
Paramount+ is a streaming service that combines the best content from the worlds of sports, news and entertainment. You can stream live events as well as thousands of hours of shows and movies.
Paramount+ subscription plans, prices
Paramount+ offers two basic plans. The UFC has not yet announced whether coverage of events will be included in both plans or only the Paramount+ Premium plan.
Here is a breakdown of each plan:
Paramount+ Essential ($7.99 per month/$59.99 per year)
- 40,000-plus episodes and movies
- NFL on CBS and UEFA Champions League
- Stream on three devices at a time
- Limited ads
Paramount+ Premium ($12.99 per month/$119.99 per year)
- Everything in Paramount+ Essential
- Stream CBS for live sporting events
- Download shows and movies
- Access to Showtime
- No ads except for live TV
What channels are on Paramount+?
Paramount+ features plenty of channels that aren't limited to just broadcasting live sports.
- BET
- CBS
- Comedy Central
- MTV
- Nickelodeon
- Showtime
- Smithsonian Channel
What sports are available to watch on Paramount+?
Paramount+ covers a variety of professional and collegiate sports.
Basketball
- NCAA men's and women's regular season and conference tournament games
- NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament
Football
- NCAA Division I football games
- NFL on CBS games
Golf
- PGA Championship
- The Masters
MMA
- UFC (coming in 2026)
Soccer
- CONCACAF
- EFL
- NWSL
- Serie A
- UEFA Champions League
- UEFA Europa League
Does Paramount+ have a free trial?
Yes, Paramount+ is currently offering a free trial. New subscribers can enjoy Paramount+ for one week before making a payment.
Paramount+ is also offering a student discount. When you verify your student status, you will become eligible to receive a 50 percent discount on any plan.
How do I sign up for Paramount+?
1. Go to the Paramount+ website. You can click "Try It Free" to start your free trial.
2. Select your preferred plan and click continue.
3. Create an account by providing your full name, email address, password and home zip code.
4. Provide your payment information. (You will not be charged until your free trial expires.)
5. If you have filled out all of the necessary fields, you will be able to start streaming Paramount+ content.
Paramount+ pros and cons
Pros
- Great value for cheap price: Paramount+ provides a strong combination of sports and entertainment, and it costs much less than other similar streaming services.
- Give it a test run: A free trial allows new users to try Paramount+ for a week without spending a single dollar, and you can cancel your subscription at any time.
Cons
- Some limitations for sports fans: While Paramount+ does cover a wide range of sports, it does not carry major networks like ESPN, TBS and TNT.