Updated — In Video SVOD → Channel, Paramount+ is available on Apple TV Channels; Direct. It blends CBS live TV, Paramount movies, originals, and sports under one roof. Think modern sci‑fi like Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, big franchises like Halo, family hits, plus live NFL and UEFA matches.
Key details
| Service | Paramount+ |
|---|---|
| Platforms | Apple TV Channels; Direct |
| Trial available | Yes |
| Trial length | 7 days (typical); 7 days |
| Trial type | Standard |
| Credit card required | Yes |
| After the trial | $9.99/mo; Varies by plan |
| Included plan(s) | Paramount+ |
Start your free trial
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What you can watch during the trial
The Paramount+ free trial unlocks the core catalog: live TV from CBS, on‑demand movies, Paramount originals, and live sports. You can sample a wide range in seven days—dip into a buzzy original, catch a family favorite, then stream a weekend match. It’s a straightforward way to see if the mix fits your household before the first monthly charge.
Programming spans several lanes. On the TV side, you’ll find current CBS shows and a growing slate of Paramount+ originals. Movies rotate in from Paramount Pictures’ library. Sports coverage features marquee events, including American football and top European soccer. During the Paramount+ free trial, it’s all open, so you can try a little bit of everything and decide whether to keep it.
Standout shows, movies, and sports
Here are examples of what you can explore in the Paramount+ free trial:
- Originals and series: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Halo, 1883 (Yellowstone prequel)
- Kids and family: Paw Patrol, SpongeBob SquarePants
- Live sports: NFL games, UEFA Champions League
This mix reflects the service’s broad aim: premium original series, comfort‑watch classics for kids, and live matches that make weekends more exciting. If your home wants both cartoons and competition—and a dash of sci‑fi—the Paramount+ free trial makes the case quickly.
Who is the Paramount+ free trial best for?
Best for families and sports fans who also want CBS shows and Paramount movies. If you need a single subscription that entertains parents, teens, and younger kids, the Paramount+ free trial is an easy test drive. It’s also a smart pick if your viewing calendar revolves around NFL Sundays or midweek UEFA fixtures, with enough originals and films to fill the gaps between games. If you’ve been curious about the latest Star Trek series or the Yellowstone universe, the trial lets you watch without paying upfront.
Cancel or manage your plan
Manage / cancel — Apple TV Channel
How to cancel Paramount+ free trial
You can start the Paramount+ free trial on Apple TV Channels or directly with the provider. A credit card is required for sign‑up. If you began through Apple TV Channels, use Apple’s Subscriptions page (button above) to manage or cancel before your seven days end. If you keep the plan, you’ll be charged after the trial period—pricing is listed at $9.99 per month and varies by plan. To avoid being billed, cancel the Paramount+ free trial at least a day before it renews.
Length of Paramount+ free trial
The Paramount+ free trial is Standard and typically lasts 7 days. That gives you a full week to sample live TV, movies, originals, and sports. If you plan to cancel, set a reminder well before day 7 so you have time to manage the plan confidently.
Is there a Paramount+ free trial?
Yes. A Paramount+ free trial is available on Apple TV Channels and via a direct subscription. Availability is subject to the platform and may vary by plan, but the service lists a Standard 7‑day trial as typical.
More questions people ask
Do channel subscriptions give me a separate app login?
No—playback and billing stay inside the platform app. If you start the Paramount+ free trial as an Apple TV Channel or Prime Video Channel, you use that platform’s app and account.
If I switch to a direct subscription later, will my watchlist carry over?
Usually not—lists and progress are tied to the platform account. If you value continuity, consider where you want your Paramount+ free trial to live long‑term.
Does the library rotate?
Yes—titles shift as licenses change; favorites can come and go. If there’s something you really want to see during the Paramount+ free trial, prioritize it early in your week.
Updated 17/08/2025