MGM+ is not automatically or permanently included for free with a standard Amazon Prime subscription, as it operates as a separate premium subscription channel requiring an additional monthly add-on fee. While Amazon owns the underlying MGM film and television studio, accessing the live feeds and on-demand library of MGM+ through Prime Video requires purchasing the specific channel upgrade. However, Prime members frequently encounter promotional introductory discounts or bundled trial offers that allow them to sample the premium network's cinematic library and original television series for a limited duration before regular billing rates apply.