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STARZ app review
Can’t get enough of Outlander? STARZ cable and satellite television network now has an app that allows you to stream its library of popular films and original television series. The network is a global media and entertainment company that operates under a subscription basis.
With a STARZ cable or satellite subscription, you can enjoy the included streaming service through the app for free. But not all hope is lost if you don’t subscribe with your TV provider. Without a subscription, you can stream from the STARZ app as a standalone package for $8.99 per month.
Get caught up on old episodes or keep up with new STARZ original content from a number of smart devices or your computer using the STARZ app.
| Participating providers for STARZ | |
|---|---|
| DirecTV | Xfinity |
| Dish | AT&T |
| Verizon | Charter Spectrum |
| COX | Optimum |
| Mediacom | Suddenlink |
| Amazon Channels |
While the list above gives a few top TV providers, there are additional providers not listed that also participate. You can add on STARZ online or by phone.
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Compatible Devices with the STARZ app
You can access the STARZ app on a variety of different devices and platforms, including:
| Device/Platform Name: | Devices/Platforms: |
|---|---|
| Amazon devices | Kindle Fire Tablet 3rd generation or newer Kindle Fire Phone Amazon Fire Stick Amazon Fire TV |
| Android Phone and Tablets | Android TV running Android 4.0.3 or newer Nexus Player NVIDIA Shield Razer Forge |
| Apple TV | 3rd generation or newer running tvOS 9 or newer |
| Computer Operating System | Microsoft Window 7 or newer Apple OSX 10.5.7 or newer |
| Browsers | Current version of Edge Current version of Chrome Current version of Firefox Current version of Safari |
| iPhone, iPad and iPod | iOS 8 or newer |
| PlayStation | PlayStation 4 |
| Roku | 2nd generation or newer |
| Smart TVs | Sony TVs running Android 5 or newer Select Samsung Smart TVs |
| Xbox | One One X One S |
What are the benefits of the STARZ app?
- Stream on demand. With the STARZ app, you can access and watch original series, and most movies. Additionally, you can enjoy full downloads and search through every big genre. Downloads can be watched anytime, anywhere — even offline.
- Free trial. If you want to try out STARZ, you can take advantage of a free 7-day trial. To get the free trial, all you have to do is download the STARZ app or sign up online. Start your 7-day free trial by using your Apple, Google Play or Roku ID. Simply create your STARZ profile, and start streaming on a supported device. If you do not cancel your trial within the 7 days, you will be charged the $8.99 monthly subscription fee.
- Multiple devices. You can enjoy STARZ On Demand on multiple devices with many TV providers.
Pricing and packaging
While you have to purchase a STARZ cable or satellite subscription, you can download the STARZ app for free from the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, Roku Channel Store or PlayStation Store.
For access to STARZ through the mobile app without a cable subscription, you can purchase a standalone plan for $8.99 per month. By purchasing the $8.99 per month subscription, you can then use the STARZ app on any compatible devices. Subscriptions are paid in advance of the covered month.
To add STARZ onto your cable or satellite package, you will have to contact your TV provider to find out specific pricing. On average, adding STARZ on can cost anywhere from $10 to $29.99.
How many devices does a subscription support?
You can register a maximum of five devices at any one time. If you try to connect more than five devices, you’ll receive an error message. If you wish to add an additional device, you’ll have to delete one of the previously registered devices.
With a single STARZ subscription, you can simultaneously watch different streaming content on up to two devices. If you’d like to watch more than two simultaneous streams, you’ll need to sign up for another STARZ subscription at $8.99 per month.
Pros and cons of STARZ streaming subscription
Here are a few things you can expect from STARZ streaming subscription:
Pros
- STARZ streaming. The STARZ streaming service comes with your STARZ subscription.
- Media options. You can choose from the hottest and most popular movies and TV shows. Many are award-winning, and the hits of today’s pop culture.
- Family options. STARZ also brings back the classics suitable for everyone in the family, like Monster’s Inc.
- Register multiple devices. You can register a maximum of five devices at any one time and can simultaneously watch different streaming content on up to two devices.
Cons
- Subscription required. In order to start streaming, you need to select your cable, satellite or telco company TV provider, and enter in your STARZ account information. Or, you can subscribe to the streaming service as a stand-alone package.
- Internet connection. To stream with the STARZ app, you need a high-speed Internet connection. It’s required that you have wired Internet connection, Wifi or 4G. The minimum required bandwidth is 2.5 Mbps, but 6 Mbps is recommended for the best experience.
- Internet connected device. STARZ Play isn’t available on all Internet connected devices. In fact, it’s currently only available on a handful of devices. The network is working on adding more providers to the list.
Top movies
You can search through movies by genre. A few of the most popular movies you can stream include:
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You can also search each series by genre. A few genre options include: popular, originals, kids and classic TV. The following are popular shows right now:
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I’m leaving for deployment and was wondering if when downloading movies they will stay downloaded for months, or if it is like Netflix and you only get them for a short period of time?
Hi Emily,
Thanks for your question. With the Starz app, downloads can be watched anytime, anywhere — even offline. However, the app deletes all downloads if the subscriber logs out or if the app is deleted.
Hope this was helpful. Don’t hesitate to message us back if you have more questions.
Best,
Nikki
I added the Starz app to my Roku and signed in with my provider (Suddenlink) and some titles I am not allowed to view unless I upgrade. WTH is that all about? The movie I tried to watch was made in 2001. It always seems that to one movie you want is the one movie hidden in the vault.
Hi Robert,
Thanks for contact Finder.
Past and present seasons of STARZ Original Series plus movies currently on their channels can also be seen on the app. I’m unable to see any related articles regarding the request to upgrade your subscription to watch a certain movie. It would be a best to directly ask STARZ customer support about this.
Kind Regards,
Faye
I just downloaded the Starz subscription. Can I download movies and shows on my laptop? I do not have enough storage on my phone and I do not have an iPad. If so how do I download on my mac laptop?
Hi Lauren,
Thanks for getting in touch with Finder. I hope all is well with you. 😃
Regarding your question, you would need to download the Mac STARZ app from the Apple Store. From there, log into your account. Browse through the movie or show library and from there, you can start downloading your chosen videos. By doing this, you can now watch downloaded videos on your Mac laptop.
I hope this helps. Should you have further questions, please don’t hesitate to reach us out again.
Have a wonderful day!
Cheers,
Joshua
I downloaded the free trial of starz on my phone and downloaded an episode to watch on my train ride home, where do I find the download?
Hi Jill,
Thanks for getting in touch!
Downloaded titles can be viewed and managed on the “My Downloads” page. Note that the maximum number of downloads stored at any point of time is 25 per subscriber account. Of these, no more than 15 may belong to the same series. A downloaded title can be stored on a device for up to 30 days, or 48 hours once playback has commenced.
Hope this helps! For any further questions, feel free to reach out to us again, we’re here to help.
Best,
Nikki
I have the Starz app and subscription on my iPad. I have a Nneo TV Box on my TV. Can I watch Starz on my TV?
Hi Jeneen,
Thank you for contacting Finder.
To access the Stars content from your iPad to your TV, you need a cable that is like an Apple’s Digital AV Adapter which you will connect to the HDMI port of your TV.
I hope this helps.
Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have additional questions.
Cheers,
Ash
I just signed up for the free trial of STARZ and I am currently trying to set up profiles, is it possible to set up a profile only for kids so they see only shows/movies for kids and not all genres of movies?
Hi Jessica,
Thanks for your inquiry.
As I checked, Since Starz has “parental controls” yes it is possible to set up a profile for your kids and customize or manage the shows/movies that can be watched by your kids.
I hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Bella
I signed up for the 7 day free trial on my Amazon Fire Stick on one television. I turned that television off then went to a different room that also has Amazon Firestick and am now being asked for a username and password which I never had to provide the first time. Will I have to sign up for a second free trial to watch on a second television? Please help.
Hi Marisa,
Thank you for getting in touch with Finder.
If you were using 2 different Amazon Fire Sticks then that may be the reason it is asking for another username and password. Please try to use the same Amazon Fire Stick you used when you signed up for a 7-day free trial with on that TV you have in the other room and see if that works. If you need further assistance on this matter, please reach out to Amazon Fire TV support.
I hope this helps.
Thank you and have a wonderful day!
Cheers,
Jeni
I can’t find the download option on my Starz app on android or windows device. It only has a share button. How do I download episodes?
Hi Tina,
Thank you for getting in touch with Finder.
To download a title, just tap the series or movies download icon. If the one you’re considering to download doesn’t have the icon then you may not be able to download it them. The maximum number of downloads stored at any time is 25 per subscriber account. Of these, no more than 15 can belong to the same series.
I hope this helps.
Thank you and have a wonderful day!
Cheers,
Jeni
I just join a few minutes ago and STARZ will not let me sign , it states there is an error in I have already paid
Hi Barbara,
Thanks for your inquiry.
While we do not have the information what’s the cause of the error you are encountering. It’s best to get in touch with STARZ 855-247-9175 directly to give you further assistance on this.
I hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Bella
Why isn’t your app available on PlayStation 4? Shame really…you are losing out on a lot of customers. Started a trial today with the possible intent of subscribing but as I can’t watch it without jumping through hoops looks like I’ll go with HBO.
Hi Heather,
Thanks for getting in touch with Finder. I hope all is well with you. 😃
I’m sorry to hear about the issue you are encountering. However, you might want to check again. STARZ app is available on PS4. You can check by going from the home screen to TV & Video. From there, you should be able to find the STARZ app ready for download. If in case you don’t find it there, you can also go to the PlayStation Store.
Once you’re done downloading and installing, you should be able to stream videos through STARZ.
I hope this helps. Should you have further questions, please don’t hesitate to reach us out again.
Have a wonderful day!
Cheers,
Joshua