Paramount Plus is a re-modeled CBS All Access Subscription. In other words, with the introduction of Paramount Plus, CBS All Access expires. Unlike CBS All Access, Paramount Plus has a much-updated library of contents. The movies in Paramount Plus are the best thing you can look forward to with a subscription. Since Paramount Plus is available on Samsung Smart TV, you can stream about 30000+ episodes from the hit series, live sports covering CBS and UEFA, etc. In addition, you can watch 24/7 live news from CBSN, CBS Sports HQ, NFL, and UEFA Champions League. The service even features an ever-expanding library of Spanish shows.
The popular Paramount Plus Originals include Halo, Guilty Party, 1883, The Harper House, iCarly, and more. The channels available on Paramount Plus include CBS, Comedy Central, Nock Jr., BET, MTV, etc. With one subscription, the user can create 6 profiles for a personalized experience. Besides this, it includes a Kids Mode profile, and it ensures the content isn’t inappropriate.
Paramount Plus Subscription Plans
- The CBS All Access channel subscription will become a Paramount plus Subscription.
- Essential Plan with limited commercials costs $4.99 per month and $49.99 per year.
- Paramount Plus Premium with no ads costs $9.99 per month and $99.99 per year.
- Get free access to the CBS Live channel with an existing cable connection. However, only CBS Live is free, and you have to pay for the rest of the content.
- Additionally, they have plans to include an ad-supported Paramount Plus subscription for $4.99.
Important Note: The Paramount+ Limited Commercials plan that costs $5.99 per month was discontinued.
Besides this, Paramount+ is available as a bundle, and you can choose between either of the plans for higher benefits.
- Essential Plan + SHOWTIME costs $11.99 per month and $119.99/year.
- Premium Plan + SHOWTIME costs $14.99 per month and $149.99/year.
Is Paramount Plus on Samsung Smart TV?
All the Samsung Smart TVs released from and after 2017 will support Paramount Plus. So, most of the latest and most widely used Smart TVs from Samsung in countries like Canada, Australia, Latin America, etc., are compatible with the Paramount Plus app.
How to Download Paramount Plus on Samsung Smart TV
Quick Guide: From Samsung TV home, select Apps >> highlight Search >> type as Paramount Plus >> select the app >> click Install.
1: Before starting the process, sign up with a Paramount Subscription.
2: Then, turn on your Samsung Smart TV.
3: Next, go to the home screen of the Samsung TV
4: On the lower part of your screen, navigate to the Apps option
5: Using the Search function, search for the Paramount Plus app
6: From the search results, choose the Paramount Plus icon.
6. Select the Install button on the next page to begin its installation.
How to Activate Paramount Plus on Samsung Smart TV
1: Next, return back to the Smart Hub (Home Screen). Now, open the new Paramount Plus app.
Note: If you are an All Access subscriber, make sure to enter your previous credentials of All Access. This will transform your All Access subscription into a Paramount Plus subscription.
2: Click on the Sign-Up button, and you will find the Paramount Plus activation code.
3: From a browser, visit the activation website of Paramount+ (https://www.paramountplus.com/activate/samsungtv/) or (paramountplus.com/samsung).
4: Input the activation code and click on the Activate button.
5: Provide your login details to verify your account.
6: Now, select any title to start streaming Paramount Plus on your Samsung TV.
How to Get Paramount Plus on Samsung Smart TV [Screen Mirroring]
Apart from installing a Paramount Plus app on Samsung Smart TV, you can screen mirror it from an iOS device. So, the below steps will work if you want to stream Paramount Plus on older Samsung TV.
1: The first thing is to connect your Samsung TV and your Paramount Plus to the same WIFI.
2: Launch the App Store on your iPhone or iPad from the apps section.
3: Select the Search icon from the bottom to type as Paramount Plus. Select the app if you get the suggestions.
4: On the next screen, click on the Get button to download it from the App Store.
5: When you see the Open button, click on it to launch the app.
6: Provide your Paramount TV login details to access your Paramount+ account.
7: Now, select any title of your choice and click on the AirPlay icon.
8: Click on the Samsung TV to which you want to screen mirror.
9: With this, the Paramount+ content will start playing on your Samsung TV.
How to Watch Paramount Plus on Samsung TV Via Casting
Since Paramount Plus has an in-built cast icon, the users can screen cast it from their smartphone to Samsung TV.
1: Connect your Samsung TV and your smartphone to the same WIFI.
2: Download and install Paramount Plus app on your smartphone from Play Store or App Store.
3: Launch and log in to your account with the necessary credentials.
4: Choose a title, and you can click on the Cast icon.
5: Select your Samsung TV to connect your smartphone wirelessly.
6: Once the connection gets established, you shall start streaming the desired title on your Samsung TV.
How to Watch Paramount Plus on Samsung Smart TV using SmartThings App
If you don’t have access to Paramount Plus Samsung TV app, you shall try the below steps to stream its content.
1: Use the same WIFI connectivity on your Samsung TV and Android/iOS.
2: Download the SmartThings app from Play Store and App Store.
3: Launch the app after the installation and select + icon to choose Add devices.
4: Select your Samsung TV and look for the PIN on the TV.
5: Enter the same code as displayed on your TV on the SmartThings app.
6: Now, launch the Paramount Plus app on your smartphone.
7: Log in to your account and choose a title to stream Paramount Plus.
How to Fix Paramount Plus App Not Working on the Samsung Smart TV
When the Paramount Plus app is not working on your Samsung Smart TV, you shall try out the below fixes.
- Check for the internet connectivity
- Relaunch the app
- Restart the TV
- Update the Paramount+ app
- Uninstall & reinstall the app
- Update your Samsung TV Firmware with the latest version
Note: The above fixes will work if Paramount Plus won’t load on Samsung TV or if it brings in buffering issues.
With Paramount+ on your smart TV, you can stream live and on-demand titles, movies, originals, sports, and more. You can watch your favorite shows from Nick Jr., Comedy Central, BET, MTV, etc. If you get Paramount Plus on Samsung TV not working issue, you shall try out the fixes. In addition to Samsung TV, you can also watch Paramount Plus on LG Smart TV.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. It works on your Samsung TV as it is officially available on the
Yes. You can cast it from your Android or iOS device to your Samsung TV.
It is because the device isn’t compatible with the app.
If the Paramount Plus app not on Samsung smart TV, then your TV model isn’t compatible with the app. You need to have 2017 or later models.
Yes. Ensure to use the stable internet connection and check if the internet speed is fast enough to play high-quality videos of Paramount+ on Samsung TV.
You can get Paramount+ on your TV by downloading the app from the app store of your TV.
You cannot get Paramount Plus on DirecTV.
Yes. Paramount is free to download, and you can watch limited videos without a login.
The service is up, and there were no issues. However, you can visit the Paramount+ help page to check the service status.