How long has Showtime been in business?

Showtime has come a long way since its launch in 1976, evolving from a 24-hour premium channel (that was HBO's first competitor) into the eight 24-hour multiplex channels, multiple streaming platforms, and video-on-demand service that it is today.

Is Showtime a premium service?

Showtime is an over-the-top (OTT) premium subscription service that provides a commercial-free experience similar to HBO and Starz. Launched in 1976, Showtime has developed into one of the most successful premium services on the market. Owned by ViacomCBS, formerly Viacom, Showtime is now one of the most popular premium channels available.

Is Showtime a standalone streaming service?

Neither SHOWTIME or HBO exist solely as standalone streaming services, although both are still available as cable add-ons and parts of bizarre streaming service bundles. The better comparison is Max (HBO’s current streaming home, which combines it with Discovery+) vs. Paramount+ with SHOWTIME.