Hey there! Are you looking to start streaming Showtime Anytime? Getting set up is easy once you know the steps. In this guide, I’ll walk you through how to activate Showtime Anytime on your Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, Xbox, Android, iPhone, and computer.
What is Showtime Anytime?
For those new to it, Showtime Anytime is an on-demand streaming service from Showtime that gives you access to all their original series, movies, comedy specials, and more.
To use it, you’ll need:
- A Showtime Anytime subscription through a participating TV provider
- An internet connection
- A supported device like Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, etc.
Here are some of the great shows and movies you can watch with a subscription:
- Original Series: Dexter, Billions, Shameless
- Comedy Specials: from stars like Pete Davidson and Nate Bargatze
- Movies: American Hustle, The Kingsman, Isle of Dogs
Ready to get started? Let’s go over how to activate your account.
Activate Showtime Anytime in 4 Steps
Activating Showtime Anytime just takes a few minutes. Follow these steps:
- Get the Showtime Anytime app on your device through its app store.
- Open the app and select your TV provider when prompted. Log into your provider account.
- Note the activation code. Your device will display a code on the TV screen.
- Go to showtimeanytime.com/activate and enter the code. Follow the instructions to finish linking your provider account.
Once you see the “Activation Successful” message, you’re all set to enjoy Showtime Anytime!
Below I’ll go into more detail on how to activate across specific devices.
Showtimeanytime.com/activate on Roku TV
- Get the Showtime Anytime app from the Roku Channel Store
- Open the app and select Activate
- Choose your TV provider and sign into your account
- Note the activation code shown on screen
- Go to showtimeanytime.com/activate and enter the code
- Select your provider and sign in again to link accounts
Once linked, Showtime Anytime content will start displaying on your Roku.
Activate on Fire TV and Firestick
- Search for Showtime Anytime in the Amazon Appstore and download it
- Open the app and click Activate
- Note the activation code on your TV screen
- Go to showtimeanytime.com/activate and enter the code
- Sign into your TV provider account
- You’ll see an “Activation Successful” message once complete
Activate on Apple TV
- Find Showtime Anytime in the Apple TV Channel Store
- Open the app, pick a video, and click Play
- Select your TV provider and sign in
- Note the activation code on screen
- Go to showtimeanytime.com/activate and enter the code
- Finish signing into your provider account
Once linked, you can watch Showtime Anytime on your Apple TV.
Activate on Your Computer
- Go to showtimeanytime.com
- Click Log In in the top right corner
- Pick your TV provider and sign into your account
Now you can start watching Showtime Anytime on your computer!
Activate on Your iPhone or Android
- Download the Showtime Anytime app from the App Store or Google Play Store
- Open the app and tap a video to play
- Select your TV provider and log in
- Note the activation code
- Go to showtimeanytime.com/activate and enter the code
- Finish signing into your provider account
Once linked, you’re ready to watch on your iPhone or Android!
Activate on Xbox 360 and Xbox One
- Get the Showtime Anytime app on your Xbox
- Open the app and click Activate or Play
- Pick your TV provider and sign in
- Note the activation code shown on your TV
- Go to showtimeanytime.com/activate and enter the code
- Sign into your provider account again
After linking accounts, you can start watching on your Xbox!
Troubleshooting Tips
If you run into any problems activating Showtime Anytime, try these troubleshooting tips:
- Double check that you entered the code correctly at showtimeanytime.com/activate
- Get a new activation code and try again
- Make sure your device is connected to the internet
- Re-install the Showtime Anytime app
- Restart your device
With a few quick steps, you can start streaming all of Showtime’s great programming. Sign up for Showtime Anytime today and enjoy hit movies, comedy specials, addicting series and more!
