Paramount+ France: Library, Pricing, and Top Shows in 2026

Paramount+ costs €7.99/month (Standard, €79.90/year) or €10.99/month (Premium, €97.99/year) in France as of May 2026, with prices remaining unchanged since its launch in December 2022. The platform is also included in Canal+ Ciné Séries for €34.99/month and in Canal+ La Totale, with a catalog dominated by the Taylor Sheridan universe (Tulsa King, Yellowstone), Halo, Star Trek, and Paramount Pictures films.

Key points to remember

• Standard plan for €7.99/month (or €79.90/year) with 2 simultaneous Full HD screens and 6 user profiles
• Premium for €10.99/month (or €97.99/year) with 4 screens, 4K HDR, Dolby Atmos, and live sports
• Both plans are ad-free, which is becoming rare among SVOD services in 2026
• Prices have not increased since December 1, 2022, unlike Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, or HBO Max
• Included in Canal+ Ciné Séries (€34.99/month) and Canal+ La Totale (€59.99/month)

What is Paramount+ and what will it offer in 2026?

Paramount+ is the streaming service from Paramount Global, launched in France on December 1, 2022. It brings together original content from Paramount, CBS, Showtime, MTV, and Nickelodeon, as well as the Paramount Pictures film library, all ad-free on its two consumer plans.

As of May 2026, the service offers approximately 3,600 titles, with a clear focus on auteur dramas, blockbuster movies, and major franchises (Halo, Star Trek). For those interested in comparing it with other platforms, the comparison of Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, and Canal+ provides a comprehensive overview.

The cornerstones of the catalog

• The Taylor Sheridan Universe — Tulsa King (Season 4 in 2026), Lioness, Landman, MobLand starring Tom Hardy, Mayor of Kingstown
• Yellowstone Saga — Dutton Ranch (Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser, May 2026), Marshals (Luke Grimes), TV series spin-offs
• The Agency: Central Intelligence — produced by George Clooney
• Science Fiction — Halo, Star Trek (Discovery, Strange New Worlds, Picard)
• Paramount Pictures Films — Top Gun, Mission: Impossible, The Godfather, Forrest Gump
• Kids' channels — Nickelodeon, MTV, SpongeBob and PAW Patrol content

The service has successfully capitalized on the "Sheridan machine": six series set in the same narrative universe, which complement and reinforce one another. For many subscribers in 2026, this collection of series alone justifies the subscription, regardless of the rest of the catalog. This approach differs from Netflix, which focuses on volume, or Apple TV+, which focuses on individual blockbusters.

How much will Paramount+ cost in France in 2026?

Paramount+ offers two subscription plans, payable monthly or annually. Prices have remained unchanged since the service launched in December 2022, which is unusual in the French streaming market.

• Plan|Monthly price|Annual price|Simultaneous screens|Max quality
• Standard|$7.99|$79.90|2|Full HD
• Premium|$10.99|$97.99|4|4K HDR, Dolby Atmos

Over 12 months, the Standard annual subscription works out to about €6.66 per month. The Premium annual subscription costs less than €8.17 per month and unlocks live sports (including the Champions League, depending on the season).

• 6 profiles per account for both plans
• Offline downloads are allowed for viewing on the go
• No ads on Standard and Premium (a key differentiator from Netflix with ads or Disney+ Standard with ads)
• There is currently no "Basic with ads" plan in France, unlike in the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Ireland

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How do I subscribe to Paramount+ through Canal+ or MyCanal?

Paramount+ is Canal+'s exclusive partner in France for integrated distribution. Several Canal+ packages provide access to the Paramount+ catalog at no additional cost, which changes the equation for existing Canal+ subscribers.

Canal+ bundles that include Paramount+

• Canal+ Ciné Séries — €34.99/month, including Netflix Standard with ads, HBO Max Standard, Apple TV+, Ciné+ OCS, and Paramount+
• Canal+ La Totale — €59.99/month for 12 months, then €75.99/month, which includes the entire sports package
• Activation — Access is available through MyCanal at no additional cost if Paramount+ is included in your package

To understand the different Canal+ packages and find out which one best suits your needs, the comprehensive Canal+ guide breaks down the plans step by step and highlights the latest additions to the Canal+ lineup.

For Canal+ Ciné Séries subscribers, Paramount+ is already included in the €34.99/month subscription: signing up directly for an additional €7.99/month would mean paying twice for the same content. Checking your Canal+ plan before signing up directly will help you avoid paying twice.

What is the technical quality of Paramount+?

Technical quality is one of the Premium plan’s key selling points in 2026. 4K HDR with Dolby Atmos is no longer exclusive to Netflix Premium or Apple TV+, and Paramount+ Premium now offers this standard to subscribers with compatible devices.

• Basic|Standard|Premium
• Definition|Full HD (1080p)|4K HDR
• Audio|Stereo / 5.1|Dolby Atmos
• Simultaneous screens|2|4
• Live Sports|No|Yes (Champions League, depending on the season)
• Advertisement|None|None

Benefits

• A well-established catalog of premium series (Sheridan, HBO-style)
• Paramount Pictures films are available fairly soon after their theatrical release
• Both plans are ad-free, which is rare in 2026
• Rates have been frozen since 2022, providing budget predictability
• Native MyCanal integration for Canal+ subscribers

Disadvantages

• A smaller selection than Netflix or Prime Video
• No cheaper "ad-supported" plan in France (May 2026)
• The Premium plan at €10.99/month is expensive if you don't watch 4K content or sports
• Sports coverage varies depending on the rights held each season
• The children's catalog is less extensive than Disney+ for families
• No premium animated films in stock (since DreamWorks and Pixar are elsewhere)

How can you save money on Paramount+ in 2026?

The service does not offer an official student discount or a mobile bundle deal in France. The best ways to save money are therefore through an annual subscription, bundling with a Canal+ package, or legally sharing an account. None of these options is exclusive; they can often be combined to optimize your bill over 12 months. Note that several SVOD services reduced their student promotions in 2025–2026, so opting for the annual plan remains the safest bet.

• The Standard annual subscription for €79.90/year instead of €95.88, saving you about 17%
• The Canal+ Ciné Séries bundle — a good choice if you also want Netflix, HBO Max, and Apple TV+ all on one bill
• Sharing among household members —up to 2 screens with the Standard plan and 4 with the Premium plan, which helps spread the cost
• The Paramount+ shared subscription — through a dedicated platform like spliiit, which connects verified users to legally split the cost of a single subscription

For practical instructions, you can refer directly to the guide on how to share your Paramount+ subscription, which explains profiles and screen sharing.

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Paramount+ vs. its competitors: Who is it for?

Compared to Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, HBO Max, and Apple TV+, Paramount+ has a more niche focus. The service targets fans of adult "auteur" series, sci-fi, and classic American cinema—not the all-around family that watches everything.

• For fans of Taylor Sheridan — Paramount+ is a must-have; it’s the only platform streaming *Tulsa King*, *Yellowstone*, *Lioness*, and *MobLand*
• For sci-fi fans — Halo and the Star Trek universe are exclusive to Paramount+
• For mainstream movie fans —Paramount Pictures (Top Gun, Mission: Impossible) often releases its films on home video shortly after their theatrical run
• For Canal+ Ciné Séries subscribers —no need to sign up separately; it’s already included
• For families with children — the Nickelodeon/SpongeBob lineup works, but Disney+ remains the more comprehensive option
• For those who want a very extensive catalog —Netflix or Prime Video will still have a wider selection (see " Best SVOD Platform")
• For fans of Apple TV shows — pair with Apple TV+
• For HBO fans — see the evolution of Discovery+/HBO Max

When it comes to legality, as with any SVOD service, it’s best to stick to official subscriptions and regulated shared subscriptions rather than pirated streams. The 2026 Guide to Affordable Legal Streaming outlines the safe and affordable options.

Frequently asked questions

Is Paramount+ really ad-free in France?

Yes, both French plans (Standard at €7.99/month and Premium at €10.99/month) will be ad-free as of May 2026. This sets them apart from Netflix with ads, Disney+ Standard with ads, and HBO Max Basic with ads. A Basic plan with ads already exists in the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Ireland, and could arrive in France in 2026–2027.

What is the difference between Paramount+ Standard and Premium?

The Standard plan at €7.99/month offers streaming on two screens simultaneously in Full HD. The Premium plan at €10.99/month upgrades to four screens, 4K HDR, Dolby Atmos, and unlocks live sports (including the Champions League, depending on the season). For a four-person household with 4K TVs, the Premium plan is a better fit.

Is Paramount+ included with Canal+?

Yes, Paramount+ is included in the Canal+ Ciné Séries package for €34.99/month (which also includes Netflix Standard with ads, HBO Max Standard, Apple TV+, and Ciné+ OCS), as well as in the Canal+ La Totale package. If you’re already a Canal+ subscriber with one of these plans, there’s no need to sign up for Paramount+ separately.

Is live sports really available on Paramount+?

Live sports, including UEFA matches, are available only with the Premium plan at €10.99/month. Coverage varies by season and depending on the rights negotiated. It’s best to check the current sports schedule before subscribing based on this criterion.

Is it legal to share a Paramount+ account?

Yes, the Standard plan allows for 2 simultaneous screens, and the Premium plan allows for 4, across 6 profiles. Sharing within the household is therefore supported. To share with other verified users outside the household and split the cost, co-subscription through a platform like spliiit the safest option in terms of the Terms of Service.

Will Paramount+ raise its prices in 2026?

No official announcement has been made regarding France at this time. Paramount+ remains one of the very few SVOD services that has never raised its prices since its launch on December 1, 2022, while Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, and HBO Max have all implemented price increases. The potential introduction of an ad-supported Basic plan is more likely than a straightforward price hike.