STARZ AND BRITBOX LAUNCH NEW BUNDLE OFFERING TODAY ON STARZ.COM
The Curated Pairing is Timed to Highly Anticipated Premieres Including New STARZ Series "Sweetpea" Starring Ella Purnell & New BritBox Original Series "Passenger" Starring Wunmi Mosaku
Santa Monica, Calif. - October 10, 2024 - Today, STARZ and BritBox launched a complementary bundle (http://www.starz.com/buy-bundle/britbox) that allows new customers the ability to access both digital platforms easily from a single subscription through STARZ.com. A first-of-its-kind for the platform, the offering provides customers a seamless way to access the vast, premium libraries of both networks.
The launch coincides with the debut of new series from STARZ and BritBox, offering audiences access to STARZ's extensive lineup of premium action, thriller and female-driven programming alongside BritBox's expertly curated selection of classic and contemporary British television.
"Partnerships have always been key for us as a complementary premium service, and we are excited to now offer bundles through our own retail platform," said Alison Hoffman, President, STARZ Networks. "We believe this expanded offering adds value for adult audiences seeking prestige, high-quality premium programming and provides an incredibly seamless and low-friction consumer experience."
"It's a transformative time in the industry, but what audiences want remains the same: authentic, bold, exceptional storytelling," said Robert Schildhouse, President, BritBox North America and General Manager, BritBox International. "BritBox is excited to launch its first-ever bundle with STARZ, allowing us to introduce the inimitable qualities of British TV to a new audience."
The direct-to-consumer bundle is priced at $14.99/month - a 25 percent savings for both apps. This standalone offering is a first-of-its-kind for STARZ, and soon, STARZ subscribers will have the opportunity to curate a personalized bundle that aligns with their individual entertainment preferences.
Premiering today is the STARZ dark comedic drama series "Sweetpea," starring Ella Purnell as a seemingly ordinary woman living a dangerous double life. Subscribers can also watch STARZ's gripping new drama "Three Women," starring Shailene Woodley and Betty Gilpin, and the highly anticipated Season 7B premiere of the time-traveling series "Outlander," starring Sam Heughan and CaitrĂona Balfe, on November 22.
New series coming soon to BritBox include "Passenger," a crime drama from the producers of "Chernobyl" starring BAFTA-winner Wunmi Mosaku premiering October 17 and "Joan," starring Emmy(R) nominee Sophie Turner in the role of Joan Hannington, in a drama inspired by the life of the UK's most notorious jewel thief, premiering December 5. "Sherwood" from Olivier-winning writer James Graham and starring multi-award nominees David Morrissey, Lesley Manville, and David Harewood, returns for season 2 on November 14.
Viewers can enjoy each service's extensive library of movies and television series, including previous seasons of STARZ's "Outlander," "The Serpent Queen" and "Mary and George," and the upcoming six-part thriller "The Couple Next Door." And BritBox's "Archie," "Blue Lights," and the deep collection of Agatha Christie adaptations, including the forthcoming "Towards Zero."
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.
About BritBox
BritBox is the leading streaming destination for the best of British television, offering an unmatched collection of expertly curated entertainment. From critically acclaimed dramas and mysteries to comedies, documentaries, and lifestyle programming, BritBox invites audiences to step out of their everyday and into a world of exceptional British storytelling. Launched in 2017 and now owned by BBC Studios, BritBox is available in the US, Canada, Australia, and the Nordics. For more, visit britbox.com, or find the BritBox app on most mobile and connected TV devices.
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