After a price increase in early 2026, the ad-supported Essential version runs $9 per month or $90 per year. The ad-free Premium version runs $14 per month or $140 per year. Paying more for Premium gives you downloads, the ability to watch more Showtime programming than Essential and access to your live, local CBS station.
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Why This Matters
This release schedule highlights the evolving pricing strategies and feature differentiation in streaming services, reflecting industry trends towards tiered subscriptions. It underscores how consumers can choose plans based on their content preferences and budget, shaping future streaming market dynamics.
Key Takeaways
- Essential plan costs $9/month with ads
- Premium plan costs $14/month without ads and offers additional features
- Premium subscribers gain access to downloads, more Showtime content, and local CBS stations
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