Stream the latest movies, shows, sports on Paramount+ for May 2026
Don't let your watchlist overwhelm you. Here are the premier titles hitting Paramount+ this month.
David Hoffman
- Paramount+ offers a variety of movies, TV shows and live sporting events for May 2026.
- Upcoming major sporting events include UEFA Champions League, PGA Tour and WNBA basketball.
- New releases this month include "Survivor" and "Dutton Ranch."
- Subscription plans start at $7.99/month for the essential option.
Movie and TV show lovers have a difficult decision to choose which streaming platforms to use. At this point, you can't count the amount available on two hands.
However, one of the more popular ones, and for good reason, is Paramount+. Between live sporting events, award-winning original series and the ability to access Showtime with select plans, you really can't go wrong with a Paramount+ subscription.
New Paramount+ releases drop every month, so bookmark this page! We’ve curated a complete list of what’s currently streaming and what you should look out for in the month ahead.
What’s new on Paramount+ for May 2026?
When it comes to new entertainment, Paramount+ has plenty of options in May. For those who enjoy everything Yellowstone, the series premiere of Dutton Ranch is May 15 exclusively on Paramount+. The show follows Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler as they look to build a new life on a ranch in Texas while facing a fellow ranch foe.
New episodes continue to roll out weekly of the 50th season of Survivor as the game gets whittled down and the stakes get higher.
Also this month is the addition of all four seasons of Battlestar Galactica along with Battlestar Galactica: The Miniseries and the feature film, Battlestar Galactica: The Plan.
New movies and Paramount+ originals to watch this month
- 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi
- America’s Culinary Cup (Season finale May 13)
- Dutton Ranch (Season premiere May 15)
- Survivor (New episodes weekly, season finale May 20)
- Marshals (New episodes weekly, season finale May 24)
- Tracker (New episodes weekly, season finale May 24)
- Battlestar Galactica (Season 1-4)
- Friday Night Lights (Season 1-5)
Sports to watch on Paramount+this month
- UFC 328: Chimaev vs Strickland (May 9)
- UEFA Women’s Champions League Final (May 23)
- NWSL (May 24, Kansas City Current vs. Portland Thorns FC)
- WNBA basketball (throughout May)
- PGA Tour (throughout May)
- EFL Championship (throughout May)
- UEFA Champions League (throughout May)
- AVP Beach Volleyball (May 31)
- UFC Fight Night (throughout May)
Showtime shows to watch on Paramount+ this month
Paramount+ Premium plan subscribers instantly gain access to everything Showtime has to offer. Here's a look at what you can stream on Showtime this month:
- Coldwater
- The Chi Season 8 (Final season begins May 22)
- Couples Therapy
- Reunion
- Old Guy
- The Guest
- The World According to Football
How much does Paramount+ cost?
The Essential plan (with ads) costs just $8.99/month, and the Premium (ad-free, with Showtime) plan is $13.99/month.
The Annual plans are $89.99 for the Essential and $139.99 for Premium. And, at the moment, there are no longer any free trials being offered for Paramount+.
What do Paramount+ tiers include?
Paramount+ offers two tiers: the Essential and the Premium. Here is what you can expect with each:
- The Essential plan: Featuring 40,000+ episodes and movies. You can stream on up to 3 devices at once. Sports fans can enjoy the NFL on CBS, UFC and UCL action with the Essential plan, along with select Showtime original series.
- The Premium plan: Includes everything the Essential offers but with full access to Showtime. Plus, the ability to download movies, shows and stream CBS live.
Are there any ways to save on a Paramount+ streaming subscription?
Absolutely! Here are a few options to score additional savings on a Paramount+ subscription:
- Students: If you're a student, you can get 50% off any Paramount+ plan for the first 12 months.
- Walmart+ members: If you're a Walmart+ subscriber, you can get Paramount+ Essential for free. Not a Walmart+ subscriber? You can get a 30-day free trial before paying $98 ($8.17/month) for the annual plan.
- T-Mobile customers: T-Mobile's All-In Home internet plan has Paramount+ Essential included at no extra cost.
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