The YouTube Team has issued a statement indicating that both parties collaborated to reach a fair agreement. This agreement aimed to allow YouTube to retain the Paramount channels, which will feature major sporting events quickly approaching, such as March Madness and The Masters. However, these channels will no longer be available on YouTube TV after a deal was not reached.
The YouTube Team said in the statement, ‘Despite their good faith negotiations, they have not been successful yet. The reasons for the failed negotiations have not been disclosed.’
Here is what we know about the channels that will no longer be available on YouTube TV, as negotiations continue.
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YouTube TV streaming update
After February 13, 2025, all Paramount channels, including CBS and CBS Sports, will no longer be available on YouTube TV. This also includes all existing Paramount content, including Paramount+ with SHOWTIME and BET+.
YouTube TV will provide an $8 credit to users if Paramount’s content is unavailable for a prolonged period. As of February 2024, YouTube TV has more than 8 million subscribers, according to CEO Neal Mohan.
However, viewers can still access these channels through other streaming services or traditional cable TV providers.
List of the channels that will go dark
Here is a list of Paramount channels that will no longer be available on YouTube TV as negotiations continue. CBS News affiliates will also no longer be available in selected areas. A comprehensive list can be found here.
- CBS
- CBS Sports
- Nickelodeon
- Comedy Central
- MTV
- TV Land
- Paramount Network
- CMT
- VH1
- BET
