MGM Plus is a streaming service owned by MGM Holdings that costs $5.99 per month with ads or $11.99 per month ad-free

MGM Plus (formerly called MGM+) gives you access to movies and TV shows from MGM's library. The service includes original series, classic films, and licensed content. You can watch on phones, tablets, computers, and some smart TVs. The ad-supported tier plays commercials during playback; the ad-free tier does not.

The service is separate from Amazon Prime Video, though Amazon owns MGM Holdings. If you have a Prime Video subscription, you can add MGM Plus as an add-on channel for $5.99 per month instead of paying the standalone price. This is often cheaper than subscribing to MGM Plus directly if you already pay for Prime.

Key Takeaways

  • MGM Plus costs $5.99 monthly with ads or $11.99 monthly without ads when you subscribe directly.
  • If you have Amazon Prime Video, you can add MGM Plus as a channel for $5.99 per month, which is the lowest available price.
  • You can watch on multiple devices at once depending on your plan, though simultaneous streams vary by subscription tier.
  • MGM Plus offers a free trial period when you first sign up, though the length changes periodically.

How to subscribe directly to MGM Plus

Go to the MGM Plus website and click the subscription button. You will need to create an account with an email address and password. Enter your payment method—credit card, debit card, or PayPal. Choose between the ad-supported or ad-free plan. Your subscription begins immediately, and you can start watching right away.

You can cancel anytime through your account settings. There is no contract or cancellation fee. If you cancel, you lose access when your current billing period ends. MGM Plus does not refund partial months.

Adding MGM Plus to Amazon Prime Video

If you already subscribe to Amazon Prime Video, you can add MGM Plus without creating a separate account. Log into your Prime Video account, go to "Your Account," then "Memberships and Subscriptions." Select "Add a new membership" and choose MGM Plus. The charge appears on your Amazon bill each month.

This route costs $5.99 per month and includes ads. To remove ads through Prime Video, you would need to upgrade to the ad-free tier, which costs more than the standalone ad-free price. Many people find it cheaper to keep the ad-supported version through Prime rather than paying for ad-free separately.

What content is available on MGM Plus

MGM Plus carries original series like The Handmaid's Tale spinoffs, Godfather of Harlem, and Epix originals that moved to the service after Epix merged with MGM. The library also includes older MGM films, licensed movies from other studios, and some international content. The exact titles change monthly as licensing agreements shift.

The service does not carry current theatrical releases on the day they premiere. New movies typically arrive months after their cinema run ends. If you are looking for the newest releases, you may need a different service or to rent films separately.

Device compatibility and simultaneous streams

MGM Plus works on iPhones, iPads, Android phones and tablets, Mac and Windows computers, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, and select Samsung and LG smart TVs. You can download episodes to watch offline on mobile devices. The app is free once you have a subscription.

The number of devices you can stream on at the same time depends on your plan. With the ad-supported tier, you typically get two simultaneous streams. The ad-free tier allows four simultaneous streams. This means two people can watch different content at once on the cheaper plan, or four people on the premium plan.

How billing works and when charges appear

Your first charge appears when you complete signup. After that, MGM Plus bills you on the same date each month. If you subscribe on the 15th, you will be charged on the 15th of every following month. Your bill shows up as "MGM Plus" if you subscribe directly, or as an Amazon charge if you add it through Prime Video.

If your payment method fails, MGM Plus usually gives you a few days to update it before suspending your account. You can update your payment information anytime in your account settings. There is no grace period—if payment fails and you do not fix it, your access stops.

Comparing MGM Plus to other streaming services

MGM Plus is smaller than Netflix, Disney+, or Hulu and focuses on a narrower range of content. If you want a broad library of movies and shows across many genres, you might need multiple services. MGM Plus works best as an add-on to another service rather than as your only streaming subscription.

The ad-supported tier at $5.99 per month is competitively priced compared to ad-supported plans from larger services. The ad-free tier at $11.99 is in the middle range—cheaper than some services, more expensive than others. Your choice depends on whether you watch enough MGM content to justify the cost and whether you prefer to avoid ads.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I share my MGM Plus account with family members?

MGM Plus allows multiple simultaneous streams depending on your plan tier, so family members can watch at the same time. However, the terms of service restrict account sharing to people in your household. Sharing login credentials with people outside your home violates the terms and could result in account suspension.

Is there a free trial for MGM Plus?

MGM Plus periodically offers a free trial period when you first sign up, though the length varies. Check the MGM Plus website to see if a trial is currently available. You will still need to enter a payment method, and the subscription will begin charging after the trial ends unless you cancel.

What happens if I cancel my subscription?

You lose access to MGM Plus when your current billing period ends. If you cancel on the 10th of the month but were billed on the 1st, you can watch until the end of that month. MGM Plus does not refund unused time. You can resubscribe anytime without penalty.

Can I watch MGM Plus offline?

You can download episodes to your phone or tablet through the MGM Plus app and watch them without an internet connection. Downloaded content expires after a set period, typically 30 days. Desktop and smart TV apps do not support offline viewing.

Does MGM Plus have 4K or HDR content?

Some MGM Plus content is available in 4K and HDR, but not all titles. The availability depends on your device and internet speed. Check the details of each show or movie to see what quality options are available before you start watching.