What AMC+ is and who runs it

AMC+ is a streaming service owned and operated by AMC Networks. It combines content from AMC's own channels — AMC, IFC, SundanceTV, BBC America, and WE tv — along with licensed shows and films. You pay a monthly fee to watch on-demand; there are no ads in the base plan, though a cheaper ad-supported tier exists.

AMC Networks also owns Acorn TV (British television), Shudder (horror), Sundance Now (independent film), and ALLBLK (Black cinema). Some of these can be bundled with AMC+ at a discount, or you can subscribe to them separately through the same account.

Key Takeaways

  • AMC+ costs $11.99 per month for ad-free viewing, or $6.99 per month with ads, and you can cancel anytime without penalty.
  • You can add Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, or ALLBLK to your AMC+ subscription for $2 to $3 extra per month each, or subscribe to them separately.
  • AMC+ is available on most major devices: phones, tablets, computers, smart TVs, Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, and gaming consoles.
  • New episodes of AMC original series usually premiere on Sunday nights; older seasons and films are available on-demand immediately after you subscribe.
  • You can share your account with household members on the same network, though simultaneous streaming limits vary by plan.

Monthly cost and payment options

AMC+ offers two pricing tiers. The ad-free plan is $11.99 per month. The ad-supported plan is $6.99 per month and shows brief advertisements before and during content, though fewer than traditional cable.

You can pay by credit card, debit card, or through third-party platforms. If you subscribe through Apple's App Store, Google Play, Amazon Prime Video Channels, or Roku, the charge appears on that platform's bill instead of directly from AMC. Switching between platforms does not carry over your subscription — you would need to cancel one and start fresh on the other.

There is no contract. You can cancel your subscription at any time, and your access ends at the end of your current billing cycle. No refunds are issued for partial months.

What content is included

AMC+ includes the full back catalog of AMC original series: Mad Men, Breaking Bad, The Walking Dead, Halt and Catch Fire, Preacher, Better Call Saul, and others. New seasons premiere on Sunday nights and are available the next day on-demand. Spinoffs and limited series also premiere here first.

The service includes films from AMC's library, independent films from IFC and Sundance, British television from BBC America, and reality and documentary content from WE tv. Licensed shows rotate; not every series available on cable AMC is on the streaming service at all times.

If you add Acorn TV ($2.99/month), you gain access to British and Irish television, including period dramas, mysteries, and comedies. Shudder ($5.99/month standalone, $2.99 bundled) focuses on horror films and series. Sundance Now ($6.99/month standalone, $2.99 bundled) offers independent and international films. ALLBLK ($5.99/month standalone, $2.99 bundled) specializes in Black cinema and television.

Devices and simultaneous streaming

AMC+ works on phones and tablets (iOS and Android), computers (web browser), smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Vizio, and others), streaming devices (Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV), and gaming consoles (PlayStation and Xbox). You can download episodes to watch offline on mobile devices.

The number of screens you can watch at the same time depends on your plan. The ad-free plan allows up to four simultaneous streams. The ad-supported plan allows up to two simultaneous streams. If a fifth person tries to watch while four are already streaming on the ad-free plan, they will see an error message and cannot start playback until someone else stops.

How to start and manage your account

Go to amcplus.com or download the AMC+ app. Create an account with an email address and password, choose your plan (ad-free or ad-supported), and enter payment information. Your access begins immediately.

You can change your plan anytime from your account settings — downgrading to the ad-supported tier takes effect at your next billing date, and upgrading to ad-free takes effect immediately. To add Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, or ALLBLK, go to the add-ons section of your account and select which ones you want.

If you subscribe through a third-party platform (Apple, Google, Amazon, Roku), manage your subscription through that platform's settings, not through AMC's website. Canceling through the wrong place will not stop your billing.

Regional availability and content differences

AMC+ is available in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and some other countries. The content library and pricing vary by region. If you travel outside your home country, you may not be able to stream due to licensing restrictions — this is called geoblocking.

The UK and Ireland version includes more BBC content and British television. The Australian and New Zealand version has a different mix of licensed films. Pricing also differs: for example, the service costs more in Canadian dollars and Australian dollars than in US dollars.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I watch AMC+ on multiple devices at the same time?

Yes, up to four devices at once on the ad-free plan, or two devices on the ad-supported plan. If you hit the limit, the oldest stream stops automatically. This is designed for household members, not for sharing passwords with people outside your home.

Do I have to watch ads on the cheaper plan?

Yes. The $6.99 ad-supported plan shows brief advertisements before and during content. The $11.99 ad-free plan has no ads. You can upgrade to ad-free anytime, and the change takes effect immediately.

What happens if I cancel my subscription?

Your access ends at the end of your current billing cycle. You can resubscribe anytime and your watchlist and viewing history will still be there. If you subscribed through a third-party platform, cancel through that platform's settings, not through AMC's website.

Can I download episodes to watch offline?

Yes, on the mobile app (iOS and Android). You can download episodes and watch them without an internet connection. Downloaded content expires after a set period, typically 30 days, and you must be connected to the internet at least once per month to refresh your subscription.

Is there a free trial?

AMC+ occasionally offers free trial periods, usually seven days, but this varies by region and changes over time. Check amcplus.com to see if a trial is currently available in your area. Trials require a payment method on file and will convert to a paid subscription unless you cancel before the trial ends.