Starz Programming Restored on Verizon Fios

Verizon Fios has resolved a programming dispute with Starz, restoring the premium channel's content to subscribers on October 3. Starz Networks president Alison Hoffman expressed relief over the agreement, stating that her company remains dedicated to producing diverse programming for women and underrepresented groups. The resolution comes after a blackout that began on October 1, following the inability to reach a new deal before their previous contract expired.

Hoffman had previously criticized Verizon's "unproductive" negotiations, while Verizon maintained that they were "actively engaged in constructive discussions" and condemned the use of public warnings as a "pressure tactic." The restored distribution agreement covers Starz's channels, on-demand service, and app, granting subscribers access to series like the "Power Universe," "Fightland," "Outlander," and prequel "Outlander: Blood of my Blood," as well as upcoming releases "Power: Origins," "P-Valley," "S.W.A.T.

Exiles," and the thriller "Tip Toe." Movies available through the partnership include "Michael," "Shelter," "In the Grey," and the musical comedy "Power Ballad." Starz has not reported subscriber numbers on a quarterly basis, but as of February, the channel had 12.7 million streaming subscribers and 5 million linear TV subscribers.