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STARZ AND YOUTUBE STRIKE MULTI-YEAR DEAL EXTENSION
Santa Monica, Calif. - October 29, 2024 - STARZ and YouTube are thrilled to announce the extension of their partnership through a multi-year deal that includes additional bundling opportunities, special offers and more. This continued alliance aims to deliver additional value to subscribers while celebrating the unique strengths of both companies.
STARZ, known for its premium programming, original series and blockbuster movies, continues to drive culture through its bold and inclusive storytelling for, by, and about women and underrepresented audiences. As a leading destination for video content, YouTube continues to grow as a vital platform for entertainment. Together, they are dedicated to delivering exceptional programming and making it accessible to viewers in the ways they want to enjoy.
"We are excited to deepen our partnership with YouTube TV, the fastest-growing Pay TV distributor," said Alison Hoffman, President, STARZ Networks. "This partnership further enhances our ability to deliver STARZ's extensive collection of premium programming to broader audiences at an exceptional value."
YouTube TV is a subscription streaming service that lets viewers watch live and on-demand TV from over 100 channels through a simple and award-winning experience. Viewers have access to local and national live sports, breaking news, shows, movies and more, and can tune in on any screen (phone, tablet, TV, computer). With over 8 million subscribers, YouTube TV offers features such as unlimited cloud DVR storage space, multiview, the ability to view key sports plays, hide spoilers and check out real-time stats.
About STARZ
STARZ (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company, is a leading media streaming platform committed to delivering premium content that amplifies narratives by, about and for women and underrepresented audiences. STARZ is home to the highly rated and first-of-its-kind STARZ app that offers the ability to stream or download STARZ premium content, as well as the flagship domestic STARZ(R) service, including STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels, and the associated on-demand and online services. STARZ is available across digital OTT platforms and multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, and telecommunications companies. In February 2021, STARZ launched #TakeTheLead, a multi-faceted and innovative inclusion initiative expanding its existing efforts to improve representation on screen, behind the camera and throughout the company.
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