Since its launch in 2021, Paramount Plus has cemented itself as one of the top-flight streaming contenders in the US – and the content hasn't stopped coming. It's now the home of UFC in the U.S. (here's how to watch Paramount+ from Canada with a VPN).
Expanding well beyond just CBS content, Paramount Plus boasts "South Park," "Yellowstone" spin-off "1883," "Star Trek: Discovery" and tons of other shows, plus Comedy Central, MTV, and BET – all alongside live CBS and CBS Sports streams.
Paramount Plus has been available in the UK since June, and has continued to roll out globally since.
However, while it's relatively simple to watch Paramount Plus in the U.K. and U.S., you might run into problems if you've traveled elsewhere – even if you pay for the service.
So, here we'll explain exactly how to watch Paramount Plus anywhere in the world.
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How to watch Paramount Plus in the UK and US
If you're in the U.S. or U.K., it couldn't be easier to watch Paramount Plus
For those in the US, you can sign up for Paramount Plus Essential for just $8.99 a month, although you will see ads.
If you fancy ditching the ads, getting access to your local CBS channel live and Paramount's library of Showtime titles, you can sign up for Paramount Plus Premium at $12.99 a month.
For those in the U.K., Paramount Plus is a little more complicated.
There's a Basic (with ads) tier for £4.99 a month that's essentially Paramount Plus Essential. Then there's a Standard tier for £7.99 a month that's the same as the Basic tier, but with the ability to download content and (most importantly) it's ad-free. f
Finally, there's Paramount Plus Premium for £10.99 a month.
In both locations, you can save some cash by choosing to pay annually, and every option comes with a one-week free trial, which you can cancel whenever you wish. It's also worth checking our Paramount Plus coupon codes for the latest offers and discounts.
How to watch Paramount Plus abroad
NordVPN and SurfShark are our picks for accessing Paramount Plus outside the UK and US.
With excellent speeds, unrivalled location spoofing power and easy-to-use apps, it's the perfect choice for watching everything Paramount Plus offers. Plus, Tom's Guide readers can now claim three months free.
Things are a little different when you're outside a country that the service isn't yet offered in.
If you already have a subscription to Paramount Plus and you're out of the U.S. or U.K., the most efficient way of getting access is to use the best VPN to change your location. All you need to do is select a US VPN or UK VPN server, then head over to the Paramount Plus site or app as if you were back home. Then sign in with your details, and get watching.
You can do the same if you're in a country that has a limited Paramount Plus selection. For example, if you're in Canada and want to access a US-exclusive Paramount Plus show, all you need to do is sign up for the service and then use a VPN to change location to the USA. You'll then have access to everything on offer.
However, if you're looking for UFC, remember that CBS will only simulcast selected 'numbered' UFC events, and they have not been announced yet. Paramount is keeping us in the dark for now...
How to sign up to Paramount Plus
For those in the U.S., U.K., and other supported regions, signing up for Paramount Plus is super simple.
All you need to do is head over to the Paramount Plus website and pick your plan. Follow the steps, input your card details, and you're set.
How to sign up to Paramount Plus outside the US or UK
If you're a U.S. or U.K. resident (or at least have a US or UK credit card), you can sign up to Paramount Plus wherever you are.
All you need to do is sign up to NordVPN or SurfShark, change your location to the US or UK, and head over to the Paramount Plus website as usual. Then input your credit card details and get watching!
If you don't have a US or UK credit card, a workaround can be found in buying a digital Paramount Plus gift card from a retailer like Walmart. This will be emailed to you, and after you've connected to a US server with your VPN, you can use that to pay for Paramount Plus wherever you are.
How to watch Paramount Plus on Roku
If you've got a Paramount Plus subscription you'll be able to watch it on your Roku, too. All you need to do is install the Paramount Plus channel on your Roku, log in with your details, and get streaming.
However, if you want to use a VPN to watch Paramount Plus on Roku outside the US, you'll have to install a router VPN. This is because Roku devices don't support VPNs themselves. It's a little more complicated than on a desktop or smartphone, but our top choices SurfShark and NordVPN make it super easy with a dedicated router app and clear walkthroughs.
How to watch Paramount Plus on Fire TV stick
The Paramount Plus app is available on the Amazon Appstore, and all you need to do is download it and sign in with your relevant credentials on your Fire Stick. You'll also be able to watch Paramount Plus through your respective streaming provider's app.
Plus, because the Fire Stick is Android based, it supports VPNs. If you want to watch Paramount Plus on Fire Stick outside the US, check out our guide to the best Fire Stick VPN services available.
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