Starz

Starz is operated by Starz Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Santa Monica, California, United States (Subsidiary of NASDAQ: STRZA / STRZB after Lions Gate spinoff May 2024). The product launched 1994 (Starz channel); STARZ streaming app 2016 and a premium standalone streaming service focused on original drama. This 2026 review covers operator context, the current tier ladder, the feature set that matters for buyers and the live signals to watch before subscribing.

Quick facts

• Operator: Starz Entertainment, LLC
• Headquarters: Santa Monica, California, United States
• Public-market status: Subsidiary of NASDAQ: STRZA / STRZB after Lions Gate spinoff May 2024
• Founded: 1994 (Starz channel); STARZ streaming app 2016
• Category: video streaming
• Current tiers: STARZ Standalone
• Anchor price (2026): $10.99/mo
• Competitive set: competing with HBO Max, Paramount+ and Hulu in US premium streaming

What is Starz?

Starz is a premium standalone streaming service focused on original drama. The product is competing with HBO Max, Paramount+ and Hulu in US premium streaming. Customers buy a tier that matches their usage profile — the entry tier handles Outlander, Power, P-Valley and Spartacus originals, while the mid and premium tiers add depth such as movie catalogue with theatrical premieres and STARZ app on iOS, Android, Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV. Subscription billing happens through the operator's checkout or partner billing surfaces.

Why choose Starz

Operator and market position

Starz Entertainment, LLC runs Starz from Santa Monica, California, United States. Its public-market status (Subsidiary of NASDAQ: STRZA / STRZB after Lions Gate spinoff May 2024) and category position (competing with HBO Max, Paramount+ and Hulu in US premium streaming) shape the credibility of the operator's roadmap and pricing decisions. Buyers should weigh that operator context alongside headline features — a well-capitalised parent typically translates into faster bug fixes, longer support cycles and more predictable price changes than a smaller indie operator.

Subscription ladder and pricing

The Starz tier ladder runs STARZ Standalone. Anchor pricing in 2026 starts around $10.99/mo for the entry tier and steps up by tier with named feature unlocks. Confirm the live regional price on the operator's site, then cross-check Subger's true-price tracker for Starz for the all-in renewal cost after taxes and FX conversion.

Apps and viewing experience

Apps and customer-experience surfaces matter as much as headline feature counts. Starz delivers its core workflow across the platform surfaces listed in the platform table below, with notifications and self-service flows handled in-app. The 2025-2026 differentiator to watch: STARZ separated from Lions Gate Entertainment in May 2024 — now independent NASDAQ-listed pure-play streamer.

Starz features that matter in 2026

Current feature set that buyers should weigh:

• Outlander, Power, P-Valley and Spartacus originals
• movie catalogue with theatrical premieres
• STARZ app on iOS, Android, Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV
• add-on via Hulu, Amazon Prime, Apple TV Channels
• download for offline viewing
• supports 4 simultaneous streams

Feature availability varies by region and tier; the headline list above reflects the operator's primary positioning. Confirm specific regional availability on the operator's marketing pages before committing.

Starz pricing in 2026

The Starz tier ladder in 2026 looks like:

Headline prices step up across the ladder; promotional first-period anchors and regional FX can change the all-in cost. Subger's tools reconcile the list price with the actual renewal cost:

Starz apps and platform support

Surface availability can vary by region and tier; confirm current app availability and supported devices on the operator's site before subscribing.

Who Starz fits

Starz is most likely a good match for the following buyers:

• Us streamers wanting outlander, power and adult-oriented prestige drama — the core target audience for the product.
• Category-focused subscribers who specifically want Outlander, Power, P-Valley and Spartacus originals from competing with HBO Max, Paramount+ and Hulu in US premium streaming rather than a generalist platform.
• Tier-comparing households or teams evaluating the STARZ Standalone → STARZ Standalone ladder and willing to pay up for add-on via Hulu, Amazon Prime, Apple TV Channels.
• Cross-device users who need apps across the surfaces in the platform table above.
• Price-sensitive shoppers who want to track promotional anchors via Subger's true-price tracker and deals page before committing to annual billing.

Frequently asked questions

Who runs Starz and where is it based?

Starz is run by Starz Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Santa Monica, California, United States. The operator's public-market status is: Subsidiary of NASDAQ: STRZA / STRZB after Lions Gate spinoff May 2024. The product was founded 1994 (Starz channel); STARZ streaming app 2016.

How much does Starz cost in 2026?

The 2026 tier ladder is STARZ Standalone, with anchor pricing starting around $10.99/mo. Regional currency and promotional cycles can shift the all-in cost; Subger's true-price tracker reconciles the headline price with renewal reality.

Is there a free tier or free trial for Starz?

There is no perpetual free tier listed for the standard Starz subscription; the operator may run introductory trials periodically. Check the live signup page for current trial promotions.

Where is Starz available?

Availability follows the operator's licensing and service footprint from Santa Monica, California, United States. Confirm regional availability on the official site before subscribing.

What 2025-2026 features set Starz apart right now?

The live differentiator to watch: STARZ separated from Lions Gate Entertainment in May 2024 — now independent NASDAQ-listed pure-play streamer. Pair that with the headline features (Outlander, Power, P-Valley and Spartacus originals, movie catalogue with theatrical premieres, STARZ app on iOS, Android, Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV) to judge whether the current roadmap fits your needs.

Which competitors should buyers compare Starz against?

Starz is most directly competing with HBO Max, Paramount+ and Hulu in US premium streaming. Run a side-by-side feature and price comparison with those alternatives — Subger's category pages help with the shortlist.

How do I cancel Starz?

Cancel through the account or subscription settings on the surface where you bought the plan: the operator's website for direct subscriptions, the App Store or Google Play for in-app purchases, or the partner billing portal for bundled subscriptions. Subger's cancellation guide for Starz walks through each route step-by-step.

Does Starz offer a team or multi-seat plan?

Multi-user, team or seat structure depends on the tier. Higher tiers commonly add admin controls and seat-sharing; entry tiers can restrict simultaneous usage. Confirm the per-tier seat limit on the live pricing page before committing.

How can I track price changes for Starz?

Subger's renewal tracker for Starz records list-price changes plus promotional anchors over time. Pair it with the deals page for current discount codes and the promo codes page for stackable savings at signup.

Get started with Starz

Confirm the current regional price on the Starz Entertainment, LLC signup page, choose the tier that matches your usage (STARZ Standalone or STARZ Standalone are the most common starting points), and check Subger's deals page for Starz for promotional anchors before completing checkout. Track the subscription's true renewal cost with the true-price tracker once you're signed up.

Related Subger guides

• Cancel Starz guide
• Latest Starz deals
• Starz promo codes
• Starz true price and renewal tracker
• Browse the video streaming category hub
• All services on Subger