Showtime, the premium network behind hits like 'Yellowjackets' and 'Billions', has been around since 1976, but its streaming service really took off around 2015 before merging into Paramount+. Maybe you signed up just to see what all the buzz was about with the 'Yellowjackets' season finale and now you're done. It happens. This guide will help you cancel your subscription, which now runs through Paramount+ and costs from $5.99 to $11.99 a month. We'll walk you through canceling on desktop, iOS, and Android, potentially saving you up to $144 a year. Just cancel it.
How to Cancel Showtime Subscription on Desktop
Canceling on a computer is usually the most straightforward way. You go directly to the source without dealing with third-party app stores. Honestly, I had to refresh the page once because the 'Account' section wasn't loading properly, so be patient if it glitches.
1 Go to the Paramount+ Website
Head over to the Paramount+ website. This is where Showtime lives now. Don't go looking for a separate Showtime site, it'll just confuse you.
2 Log In to Your Account
Find the Sign In button, usually at the top right. Enter the email and password you used when you signed up.
3 Navigate to Your Account Page
In the top-right corner, hover over your profile name or icon and select Account from the dropdown menu. Simple enough.
4 Find Subscription & Billing
Once you're on the account page, scroll down until you see the 'Subscription & Billing' section. This is where the important stuff is hidden.
5 Click 'Cancel Subscription'
You should see a link or button that says Cancel Subscription. Click it. They might ask you why you're leaving with a survey. You can ignore it if you want.
6 Confirm the Cancellation
Of course, they'll probably show you a last-ditch offer to try and keep you. Just confirm your decision to cancel. You should receive an email confirming the cancellation shortly after.
How to Cancel Showtime Subscription on iOS
If you signed up using your iPhone or iPad, you have to cancel through Apple. You can't cancel it on the Showtime or Paramount+ website. This is a classic mistake that costs people money, so make sure you do it this way.
1 Open the Settings App
Find and open the gray gear icon on your iPhone or iPad's home screen.
2 Tap Your Apple ID
Your name and profile picture are right at the top. Tap on it to get into your Apple ID settings.
3 Select 'Subscriptions'
On this menu, you'll see an option for Subscriptions. This is where Apple keeps track of all your app-based subs.
4 Find Your Showtime Subscription
Scroll through the list of active and expired subscriptions to find the one for Paramount+ or Showtime. Tap on it.
5 Tap 'Cancel Subscription'
At the bottom of the subscription details page, there will be a red Cancel Subscription button. Tap it, and then confirm your choice. Done.
How to Cancel Showtime Subscription on Android
Canceling on Android is similar to iOS. If you subscribed through the Google Play Store, you must cancel it there. Don't even bother trying to cancel on the Showtime website, it won't work.
1 Launch the Google Play Store
Open the Google Play Store app on your Android phone or tablet. It's the app you use to download everything else.
2 Tap Your Profile Icon
Tap on your profile picture or initial in the top-right corner of the screen to open the menu.
3 Choose 'Payments & subscriptions'
From the menu, select Payments & subscriptions. It's pretty clearly labeled.
4 Tap 'Subscriptions'
In the next screen, tap on Subscriptions to see all the services you're paying for through Google Play.
5 Select the Showtime Subscription
Look for your Paramount+ or Showtime subscription in the list and tap on it to manage it.
6 Tap 'Cancel subscription'
You'll see an option at the bottom that says Cancel subscription. Tap that and follow any final prompts to confirm. Weirdly, a friend said this button didn't work on their first try, so just tap it again if it doesn't register.
Cancel Showtime Subscription with Help Center
Showtime is now part of Paramount+, so you'll need to go through their help channels. They really push you to use their online Help Center first. You can submit a request via a contact form on their website. Don't expect an immediate reply, it can take a day or two. A user on Reddit mentioned, 'Good luck getting a human. It's all automated replies at first.'
Before you cancel, know this. Showtime (Paramount+) will not give you a refund for a partial month. If you cancel, your subscription will remain active until the end of your current billing cycle, so you can keep watching until the last day. Also, they don't offer a way to 'pause' your subscription, you can only cancel it outright.
Showtime Plans and Pricing 2025
| Plan | Monthly Price | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Paramount+ Essential | $5.99 | Includes ads, access to the Paramount+ library, but does not include the full Showtime library or your live local CBS station. |
| Paramount+ with SHOWTIME | $11.99 | Mostly ad-free (live TV has commercials), includes the complete Showtime library, and allows you to stream your local CBS station live. |
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Chloe Anne-Bennett
Streaming & Entertainment Editor
Chloe Anne-Bennett is the Streaming & Entertainment Editor at Pine AI. Chloe is a leading voice on the business of streaming, entertainment and the evolving landscape of digital media. Before contributing to Pine AI, Chloe was an entertainment correspondent for a major news outlet, where she reported on everything from box office trends to the impact of streaming services on traditional media. At Pine AI, Chloe leverages her deep industry knowledge to provide our readers with insightful analysis of the latest trends, helping them make sense of their subscriptions and where to hit the sweet spots in how to handle customer service reps.
