Paramount+ is using Black Friday and Cyber Monday to run one of its deepest discounts before subscription prices climb in 2026. For a limited time, new and eligible returning subscribers in the US can get either of the main Paramount+ plans for $2.99 per month for the first two months.
Paramount+ Black Friday / Cyber Monday price and dates
The core promotion is simple:
| Plan | Standard monthly price (US) | Promo price | Promo length | Effective discount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paramount+ Essential (with ads) | $7.99 / month | $2.99 / month | First 2 months | Save $5 per month (≈63%) |
| Paramount+ Premium (mostly ad‑free, with Showtime content) | $12.99 / month | $2.99 / month | First 2 months | Save $10 per month (≈77%) |
The offer runs through the Black Friday and Cyber Monday window. Different outlets list cutoffs of December 1 or December 2, but the headline is the same: two months at $2.99, then billing climbs back to the standard monthly price unless you cancel.
There is no free trial attached to this promotion. When you redeem the offer on Paramount+, billing at the discounted rate starts immediately.
Who can claim the Paramount+ Black Friday deal
Eligibility is split by region and by your account history.
| Region | Who can claim | Key terms |
|---|---|---|
| United States (Essential & Premium promo) | New subscribers and “eligible returning” subscribers | Two months at $2.99, then renews at the then‑current monthly rate unless you cancel; no free trial with this offer. |
| Canada (Black Friday offer) | New and eligible former subscribers | 50% off Standard or Premium monthly plans for three months, or annual plans for one year; offer valid via web sign‑ups and supported TV/mobile platforms; no free trial. |
| Australia (Black Friday offer) | New and eligible former subscribers | Discounts on Standard or Premium monthly plans for three months, or annual plans for one year; no free trial. |
In all regions, you must be at least 18 years old (or the age of majority where you live) to subscribe. For international details, Paramount+ maintains a regional offer page in its support site, and each promotion is governed by its own terms and conditions.
“Eligible returning” generally means former subscribers who meet specific criteria laid out in the small print of the promotion—typically those who have been away for a defined period and who sign up directly through the Paramount+ website or supported apps rather than through third‑party billing.
What each Paramount+ plan includes during the deal
The $2.99 pricing applies to both core tiers, which differ mainly in ads, picture quality, and live TV features.
| Feature | Paramount+ Essential | Paramount+ Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Ads on on‑demand shows and movies | Yes (with ads) | Mostly ad‑free for on‑demand content; ads remain on live TV |
| Showtime programming | Select Showtime content | Access to the full Showtime library |
| Live CBS station | No | Yes, live CBS in eligible markets |
| Sports (NFL on CBS, UEFA Champions League) | Yes, live coverage | Yes, plus live CBS games and events |
| Offline downloads | No | Yes, for most on‑demand content |
| Resolution | HD | Up to 4K on supported titles and devices |
| Simultaneous streams | Up to three | Up to three |
At the promotional price, the Premium plan delivers a much larger absolute discount—dropping from $12.99 to $2.99—so it offers the stronger short‑term value if you want to sample everything the service can do.
Content you can watch while the deal is active
Paramount+ uses this window to showcase the breadth of its catalog. Even a two‑month run at $2.99 is long enough to sample several different corners of the platform.
| Category | Examples | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Current series and originals | Yellowjackets, MobLand, Lioness, Landman, Mayor of Kingstown, Tulsa King, new seasons of South Park | Heavy emphasis on dramas, sci‑fi, crime, and long‑running animated series. |
| Franchise libraries | Star Trek, Dexter, Mission: Impossible, Transformers, Top Gun, Scream | Multiple films and spin‑off series grouped by franchise. |
| Kids and family | SpongeBob SquarePants, Avatar: The Last Airbender, The Fairly OddParents, Nickelodeon and MTV back catalogs | Useful as a single hub for a large amount of Nickelodeon content. |
| Nature and science | Elephant King, Aerial America, Tiger Tales, Epic Yellowstone, David Attenborough's Great Barrier Reef, Earth From Outer Space, V‑Day: Volcanic Planet | Strong selection of nature documentaries and science‑focused specials. |
| Movies | Interstellar, Deep Impact, The Abyss, A.I. Artificial Intelligence, animal‑themed films like Seabiscuit and The Black Stallion | Rotating slate of studio titles, including recent Paramount Pictures releases. |
| Sports | NFL on CBS, UEFA Champions League, other live events | UFC is due to move onto Paramount+ from January 2026. |
Premium subscribers also unlock the Showtime catalog, which adds series such as Yellowjackets, Dexter: Resurrection, and other dramas and documentaries that typically sit behind a separate paywall.
Paramount+ price increases coming in 2026
The timing of the deal is linked directly to confirmed price changes in early 2026. Paramount+ has announced that:
- Monthly prices for both tiers in the US will rise by about $1.
- Yearly pricing for the Essential tier will climb significantly—by as much as 50% in some cases.
- There is internal discussion about reducing or even eliminating frequent discounting once the new pricing is in place.
Those changes put more weight on short‑term offers like this one. Using the two‑month window at $2.99 is a low‑commitment way to decide whether Paramount+ is worth carrying at full price once the higher rates arrive, and it can help you lock in an annual plan at the current rate if you choose to upgrade before the increases land.
Other ways to get Paramount+ cheaply or free
The direct $2.99 promotion is not the only way to cut the cost of Paramount+ around Black Friday and Cyber Monday. There are a few parallel routes worth noting.
| Route | Offer | Key details |
|---|---|---|
| Walmart+ benefit (US) | 12 months of Paramount+ Essential for no extra cost with a Walmart+ membership | Walmart+ is discounted to around $49 for the year during Black Friday, and includes a choice of Peacock Premium or Paramount+ Essential for 12 months. |
| Student discount (US) | 50% off for one year | Verified students can get any Paramount+ plan at roughly half price for the first year through the Paramount+ student offer page. |
| Military discount (US) | 50% off for life | Verified military members receive 50% off any subscription on an ongoing basis via the Paramount+ military verification flow. |
| International Black Friday deals (Canada, Australia) | Up to 50% off monthly and annual plans | Regional offers provide several months of discounted Standard or Premium pricing or reduced annual plans, with specific dates and terms documented per country. |
If Walmart+ or long‑term discounts fit your situation, they can easily beat two months at $2.99 on a cost‑per‑month basis, but they require more commitment. The Black Friday / Cyber Monday $2.99 deal is essentially a low‑risk test drive.
How to decide between Essential, Premium, and bundles
Picking the right path largely comes down to how you watch and what you care about most.
- Choose Paramount+ Premium with the $2.99 deal if you want to sample the entire feature set—4K where available, offline downloads, live CBS, full Showtime access—and you are comfortable cancelling before the higher monthly rate kicks in.
- Choose Paramount+ Essential with the $2.99 deal if ads do not bother you, you do not need offline viewing or live CBS, and you mainly want to binge a few shows or franchises quickly at minimal cost.
- Use Walmart+’s included Paramount+ Essential if you already see value in Walmart+ shipping and fuel benefits; the bundled 12 months of Paramount+ can be treated as a bonus.
- Lean on student or military discounts if you qualify; the 50% reductions last far longer than a two‑month promotion and can be applied to either tier.
Note: if you plan to stay beyond the promo window, it is worth considering an annual plan before the 2026 price changes, particularly on the Essential tier, where the jump in yearly pricing is expected to be steep.
For anyone trying to keep streaming costs under control while prices rise across the board, the Paramount+ Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotion is a straightforward way to squeeze a lot of viewing into a short window. Two months at $2.99 is enough time to clear several marquee series, explore the Showtime catalog with Premium, and decide whether Paramount+ deserves a permanent slot in your subscription lineup before the service becomes more expensive next year.
