Pros
- New episodes release early
- Unlimited downloads for offline viewing
- Quality original shows
- Ad-free episodes
Cons
- Original aspect ratio cropped in some movies
- Choppy playback on phones
Starz first started in 1994 as a premium cable channel, but it’s since become recognized for its streaming platform. The company has made significant investments in creating original content, such as the Power universe, Mary & George and The Serpent Queen — a strategy that’s paid off with audiences. Fans, including me, enjoy P-Valley (which holds a 100% rating with Rotten Tomatoes critics), year-round Power spinoffs and the critically acclaimed Outlander. Plus, you can enjoy streaming Starz without any commercial interruptions.
While Starz may not have a large stable of content like Netflix, Disney Plus and Hulu, the company is locked in a deal with Universal to air films following their theatrical releases. It’s also the place to watch Lionsgate films — for now. But why should you download the app, let alone subscribe for $10 a month?Â
For one thing, it’s a low price for a service with Starz’s selection and no ads interrupting what you watch. The network also stands apart by promoting diversity and representation in its originals, elevating the voices of women and people of color. This approach contributes to its growing subscriber base and makes Starz an intriguing alternative to its better-known rivals.
Starz vs. Netflix, Max, Hulu, Disney Plus, Prime
Starz | Netflix | Max | Disney Plus | Prime Video | Hulu | |
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Monthly price | $10 | Starts at $7 | Starts at $10 | Starts at $8 | $9 (or included with $140/year Prime membership) | Starts at $8 |
Ads | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Top titles | Power Book II, Outlander, Power Book IV, P-Valley | Stranger Things, Queen Charlotte, Squid Game, Dahmer | Succession, House of the Dragon, Titans | The Simpsons, The Mandalorian, Bluey | Marvelous Mrs…. |
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