Paramount Global is a diversified media and entertainment company that operates across television, film, and streaming platforms. The company’s primary activities include the production and distribution of television programming through broadcast, cable, and digital networks, as well as the creation and release of feature films. Paramount Global’s portfolio encompasses iconic brands such as CBS, Paramount Pictures, MTV, Nickelodeon, BET, Comedy Central, and Showtime, positioning it as one of the leading content providers in the industry.
In the television segment, Paramount Global produces and airs content on its flagship CBS broadcast network and a range of cable channels. The company’s filmed entertainment division, anchored by Paramount Pictures, develops, finances and distributes motion pictures globally. Beyond traditional media, Paramount Global has been expanding its reach in consumer products, live events, and interactive gaming tied to its franchises, seeking to leverage its intellectual property across multiple platforms and audience touchpoints.
Streaming has become a central focus for Paramount Global, which operates the Paramount+ subscription service and the ad-supported Pluto TV platform. Paramount+ features original series, live sports, news programming, and an extensive library of legacy shows and films, while Pluto TV offers free, ad-supported streaming channels and on-demand content. These services aim to broaden the company’s digital footprint in North America, Latin America, Europe and other international markets, where it continues to invest in localized content and technology partnerships.
Paramount Global traces its roots back to the early 20th century through its predecessor companies, including Paramount Pictures and CBS. In December 2019, the company in its current form emerged from the merger of Viacom and CBS Corporation, combining decades of content creation and distribution expertise. Headquartered in New York City, Paramount Global is led by President and Chief Executive Officer Bob Bakish, with guidance from Chairman Shari Redstone, whose family has been instrumental in shaping the company’s direction and strategic vision.