{"id":331761,"date":"2025-11-07T21:19:26","date_gmt":"2025-11-08T02:19:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/?page_id=294176"},"modified":"2025-11-07T21:19:26","modified_gmt":"2025-11-08T02:19:26","slug":"starz-review","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/entertainment\/streaming\/starz-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Starz Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n <\/span>\n \n\n\n

Starz is a premium streaming network focused on adult\u2011skewing originals and first\u2011pay Lionsgate films. In the U.S., you can subscribe directly for $9.99 per month or $74.99 per year (\u2248$6.25 per month effective; ~37% savings vs. paying monthly), as listed on the STARZ subscribe page<\/a> [pricing and offers change]. Starz is also widely sold as a premium add\u2011on you watch inside other apps, including Prime Video Channels<\/a>, Hulu<\/a>, Apple TV Channels<\/a>, YouTube TV<\/a>, Sling TV<\/a>, Philo<\/a>, Fubo<\/a>, and DIRECTV STREAM<\/a>. Outside the U.S., look for the service under the Lionsgate+ brand in select countries (Lionsgate+<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n <\/span>\n \n\n\n

Starz Service In A Nutshell<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Price<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Free trial length<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Number of channels<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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On-demand content<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Simultaneous
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Starz<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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$9.99\/mo. or $74.99\/yr (verify<\/a>)<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Varies by platform; limited-time promos\u2014check current offer at purchase (STARZ<\/a>)<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Linear STARZ channels available in-app and via partners; counts differ by provider (YouTube TV add-ons<\/a>)<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Large on-demand library of Lionsgate films and STARZ originals (e.g., Power, BMF, Outlander) (Power<\/a>; BMF<\/a>; Outlander prequel<\/a>)<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Varies by where you subscribe; see STARZ Help Center<\/a> and partner rules<\/center>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n <\/span>\n \n\n\n

How We Evaluated Starz<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We assessed STARZ across two common paths: subscribing directly in the STARZ app\/site and buying it as a premium add\u2011on through major aggregators. Direct pricing is $9.99\/month or $74.99\/year on starz.com<\/a>, while most partners list STARZ at about $9.99\/month (Hulu, YouTube TV, Philo) and Sling commonly at $9\/month; promotions and trials vary by platform and time (Hulu<\/a>; YouTube TV<\/a>; Philo<\/a>; Sling<\/a>). We also considered where you actually watch (inside the host app for Channels-style subscriptions like Prime Video Channels<\/a> and Apple TV Channels<\/a>) and how linear channels\/on-demand work on live TV bundles (YouTube TV<\/a>; Fubo<\/a>; DIRECTV STREAM<\/a>). Internationally, the service operates as Lionsgate+<\/a> with country\u2011specific pricing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To put value in context, we factored 2025 market dynamics\u2014ad\u2011supported growth, rebundling\/aggregation, and price sensitivity\u2014which influence whether STARZ is best as a standalone subscription or an add\u2011on in your primary app. Industry sources highlight the shift toward ad tiers and bundles to manage churn and cost (Antenna<\/a>; Deloitte Digital Media Trends<\/a>; PwC E&M Outlook<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n <\/span>\n \n\n\n

Starz vs. Other Video Streaming Services<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Starz<\/a><\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Amazon Prime Video<\/a><\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Hulu<\/a><\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Apple TV+<\/a><\/center>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n
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Price<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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$9.99\/mo. or $74.99\/yr (STARZ<\/a>)<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Prime Video plan required; pricing varies by membership (details<\/a>)<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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$7.99+\/mo. depending on plan (price tracker<\/a>)<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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$9.99\/mo. (price tracker<\/a>)<\/center>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n
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Starz add-on price<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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N\/A<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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$9.99\/mo. (typical); verify in-app (Prime Video Channels<\/a>)<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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$9.99\/mo. (Hulu Add-ons<\/a>)<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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$9.99\/mo. via Apple TV Channels (learn more<\/a>)<\/center>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n
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Free trial length<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Varies; seasonal promos change\u2014confirm at checkout (STARZ<\/a>)<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Varies by platform; check in-app (Prime Video Channels<\/a>)<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Varies by offer; confirm during signup (Hulu<\/a>)<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Varies by offer; confirm during signup (Apple TV Channels<\/a>)<\/center>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n
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Simultaneous streams<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Depends on where you subscribe; see STARZ Help Center<\/a><\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Follows Amazon\/Prime Video rules for Channels<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Follows Hulu plan rules and device limits<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Follows Apple TV app account\/device rules<\/center>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n
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Starz channels available<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Linear feeds in STARZ app and on partners where available<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Included as a Channel inside Prime Video; linear availability per Amazon<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Premium add-on within Hulu; linear\/on-demand per Hulu<\/center>\n <\/td>\n
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Available within Apple TV Channels; availability can vary<\/center>\n <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n <\/span>\n \n\n\n

Starz Key Considerations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Loaded with blockbusters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

STARZ leans into a focused slate\u2014adult\u2011targeted originals and first\u2011pay Lionsgate features\u2014positioning it as a value\u2011priced, ad\u2011free complement to broader four\u2011quadrant services. Versus majors that raised ad\u2011free prices and expanded ad tiers in 2024\u20132025, STARZ competes on a lower monthly headline price and franchise depth (cross\u2011service pricing tracker<\/a>). This makes it a strong secondary pick if you mainly want crime sagas, period epics, and relationship\u2011driven dramas, with fresh films rotating in the first pay window (pricing context<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Curation also matters: viewers can browse within focused genres and franchise hubs (e.g., the Power Universe, BMF, Outlander), which helps discovery and binge paths compared with sprawling mega\u2011catalogs (Power universe<\/a>; BMF<\/a>; Outlander prequel<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Multiple subscription options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Direct subscribers pay $9.99\/month or $74.99\/year on STARZ<\/a>. If you prefer everything in one app, add STARZ via Prime Video Channels<\/a>, Hulu<\/a>, or Apple TV Channels<\/a>\u2014most price the add\u2011on at $9.99\/month. Live TV bundles such as YouTube TV<\/a>, Sling<\/a>, Philo<\/a>, Fubo<\/a>, and DIRECTV STREAM<\/a> also offer STARZ\u2014useful if you want linear channels and DVR inside one interface. Note: Channels\u2011style subscriptions are typically watched inside the host app and may not provide separate STARZ app sign\u2011in; live\u2011TV add\u2011ons include linear feeds and on\u2011demand within that provider\u2019s app (Apple TV Channels<\/a>; YouTube TV Help<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For long\u2011term value, the direct annual plan (~$6.25\/month effective) is ~37% cheaper than 12 months at $9.99. If you\u2019re price\u2011sensitive and flexible, compare seasonal promos on STARZ<\/a> and your preferred partner; introductory discounts and trials change frequently (renewals usually revert to standard rates).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

High-quality viewing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

STARZ publicly documents HD streaming (up to 1080p) with 5.1 surround on supported devices and offline downloads; it does not advertise broad 4K\/HDR or Atmos in consumer help pages (STARZ Help Center<\/a>). Video and audio features follow the app you use: if you subscribe through a third party, playback capabilities and limits depend on that provider. Across the industry, services are adopting newer codecs and delivery tech (e.g., AV1 on TVs, LL\u2011HLS, HTTP\/3) to improve quality and startup times, and some offer \u201cenhanced 1080p\u201d profiles for better HD (AV1 on TVs<\/a>; Apple HLS spec<\/a>; HTTP\/3 adoption<\/a>). Expect STARZ to play best on modern devices and solid connections; if you prioritize HDR\/4K today, confirm your expectations before subscribing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Original content<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

STARZ continues to invest in franchise\u2011led series and book\u2011based dramas: Power Book II: Ghost concludes with Season 4 across 2024\u20132025, while prequel Power: Origins has been ordered<\/a>; Power Book III: Raising Kanan is renewed for Season 5<\/a>; BMF is renewed for Season 4<\/a>; Spartacus: House of Ashur<\/a> revives legacy IP; new adaptations include The Hunting Wives<\/a> and Three Women (premiering in 2025)<\/a>. The Outlander universe expands with prequel Blood of My Blood<\/a> in production. Taken together, this franchise\u2011first approach keeps a steady cadence to reduce churn.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/span>\n \n\n\n

The Bottom Line<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For U.S. viewers who want premium dramas and fresh Lionsgate films without ads, STARZ is a competitively priced add\u2011on or standalone buy at $9.99\/month\u2014or better value on the $74.99 annual plan (STARZ<\/a>). In a 2025 market defined by ad\u2011tier growth, rebundling, and price sensitivity, STARZ works best as a supplemental channel inside the app you already use\u2014or as a discounted annual direct subscription (Antenna<\/a>; Deloitte<\/a>; PwC<\/a>). Recent CX research shows users value speed, ease, and discovery; before you commit, confirm device support and playback expectations on your platform of choice and review any intro promo\u2019s renewal rate (Zendesk CX Trends<\/a>; Salesforce: Connected Customer<\/a>). Outside the U.S., look for the service as Lionsgate+<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Starz is a premium streaming network focused on adult\u2011skewing originals and first\u2011pay Lionsgate films. In the U.S., you can subscribe directly for $9.99 per month or $74.99 per year (\u2248$6.25 per month effective; ~37% savings vs. paying monthly), as listed on the STARZ subscribe page [pricing and offers change]. Starz is also widely sold as […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":345,"featured_media":0,"parent":2286,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"page-templates\/template-reviews.php","meta":[],"categories":[1315],"tags":[],"post_author":[],"yoast_head":"\nStarz Review - Reviews.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"We have evaluated multiple streaming services. 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