| Starz Announces Early Release of "Outlander" Season Five Premiere on Valentine's Day, February 14, on Starz App and Starz on Demand The wildly popular time travel romance will air its linear premiere on Sunday, February 16 at 8:00/7:00c. | |
| [via press release from Starz] | |
| STARZ ANNOUNCES EARLY RELEASE OF "OUTLANDER" SEASON FIVE PREMIERE ON VALENTINE'S DAY, FEBRUARY 14, ON STARZ APP AND STARZ ON DEMAND The Season Five Linear Premiere of Sony Pictures Television's "Outlander" will be Sunday, February 16 on STARZ WHAT: Starz announced today the ultimate romantic gesture for "Outlander" fans with the early release of the "Outlander" season five premiere on Valentine's Day, Friday, February 14th, available exclusively to STARZ subscribers only on the STARZ app and STARZ On Demand. The announcement was made by "Outlander" stars Caitriona Balfe (Claire Fraser), Sam Heughan (Jamie Fraser), Sophie Skelton (Brianna Randall) and Richard Rankin (Roger Wakefield) during the "Outlander" season five premiere event via a Facebook Live stream of the red carpet at the Hollywood Palladium. A countdown to this announcement using a large hourglass was revealed on the carpet, effectively letting fans "travel through time" with the early release of the premiere episode at midnight on Valentine's Day. The wildly popular time travel romance will air its linear premiere on Sunday, February 16 at 8 PM ET /PT on STARZ, airing each episode week-to-week. WHEN: Friday, February 14 at Midnight WHERE: The STARZ app and STARZ On Demand About "Outlander" Season Five Season Five of "Outlander" finds the Frasers fighting for their family and the home they have forged on Fraser's Ridge. Jamie must find a way to defend all that he has created in America, and to protect those who look to him for leadership and protection - while hiding his personal relationship with Murtagh Fitzgibbons, the man whom Governor William Tryon has ordered him to hunt down and kill. With her family together at last, Claire Fraser must use her modern medical knowledge and foresight to prevent them from being ripped apart once again. However, while focusing on protecting others, she risks losing sight of what it means to protect herself. Meanwhile, Brianna Fraser and Roger MacKenzie have been reunited, but the spectre of Stephen Bonnet still haunts them. Roger strives to find his place - as well as Jamie's respect - in this new and dangerous time. The Frasers must come together, navigating the many perils that they foresee - and those they can't. The "Outlander" television series, executive produced by Ronald D. Moore, Maril Davis, Matthew B. Roberts, Toni Graphia, Andy Harries and Jim Kohlberg, is inspired by Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series that has sold an estimated 30 million copies worldwide, with all the books gracing the New York Times best-seller list. The "Outlander" television series has become a worldwide success with audiences, spanning the genres of history, science fiction, romance and adventure in one amazing tale. "Outlander" is produced by Tall Ship Productions, Left Bank Pictures and Story Mining & Supply Company, in association with Sony Pictures Television. Starz has renewed the "Outlander" series through its sixth season. "Outlander" Online For more information, go to the official "Outlander" Facebook Page and follow @Outlander_Starz on Twitter and Instagram. Join the conversation with #Outlander and #STARZ. Website: http://www.starz.com/originals/Outlander ABOUT STARZ Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming. |
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Friday, February 14, 2020
Starz Announces Early Release of "Outlander" Season Five Premiere on Valentine's Day, February 14, on Starz App and Starz on Demand
Monday, February 10, 2020
Starz Announces "Power Book II: Ghost" Cast Following Highly-Anticipated Finale of "Power"
| Starz Announces "Power Book II: Ghost" Cast Following Highly-Anticipated Finale of "Power" Reprising their roles will be, Michael Rainey Jr. as "Tariq St. Patrick," Shane Johnson as "Cooper Saxe," and Naturi Naughton as "Tasha St. Patrick." | |
| [via press release from Starz] | |
| #POWER NEVER ENDS STARZ ANNOUNCES "POWER BOOK II: GHOST" CAST FOLLOWING HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED FINALE OF "POWER" Fans Get First Look At The First "Power" Sequel with New Teaser Santa Monica, Calif. - February 10, 2020 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), announced today that in addition to the previously announced series stars Mary J. Blige and Cliff "Method Man" Smith, some familiar faces will remain in the "Power" universe to star in the STARZ Original series "Power Book II: Ghost" from series creator and showrunner Courtney A. Kemp and Executive Producer Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson. Reprising their roles will be, Michael Rainey Jr. as "Tariq St. Patrick," Shane Johnson as "Cooper Saxe," and Naturi Naughton as "Tasha St. Patrick." Following the series finale television event of the two-time NAACP Image Award-winning drama "Power," Starz also released today a first look tease into the first new series in the "Power" universe. "Power Book II: Ghost" will pick up the narrative just days after the "Power" finale. The sequel then follows Tariq navigating his new life, in which his desire to shed his father's legacy comes up against the mounting pressure to save his family. Additional returning cast from "Power" includes "Tariq's" dorm-mate, "Brayden" played by Gianni Paolo (Ma, "The Fosters"), and NYC's favorite defense attorney "Tameika Washington" played by Quincy Tyler Bernstine ("Ray Donovan," "Modern Love"). New to the cast is Daniel Bellomy (The Real MVP: The Wanda Durrant Story) as "Ezekiel 'Zeke' Cross," Paige Hurd ("The Oval," "Hawaii Five-O") as "Lauren," Melanie Liburd ("This is Us," "Gypsy") as "Caridad 'Carrie' Milgram," Justin McManus ("Star") as "Jabari Reynolds," Woody McClain ("The Bobby Brown Story," "The New Edition Story") as "Cane Tejada," Lovell Adams-Gray ("Coroner," "Slasher") as "Dru Tejada," and LaToya Tonedeo ("The Oath") as "Diana Tejada." "Power Book II: Ghost" is executive produced by series creator and showrunner Courtney A. Kemp through her company End of Episode, and Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson through his G-Unit Film and Television. Also serving as executive producers on the series are Mark Canton through his Atmosphere Entertainment MM, End of Episode's Chris Salek and Danielle DeJesus, Shana Stein and Bart Wenrich. Lionsgate TV produces the series for STARZ. ABOUT STARZ Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming. |
The Expansion of the "Power" Universe Continues with the Reveal of Three New Series
| The Expansion of the "Power" Universe Continues with the Reveal of Three New Series "Power Book III: Raising Kanan," "Power Book IV: Influence" and "Power Book V: Force" will follow the previously announced "Power Book II: Ghost." | |
| [via press release from Starz] | |
| #POWER NEVER ENDS THE EXPANSION OF THE "POWER" UNIVERSE CONTINUES WITH THE REVEAL OF THREE NEW SERIES "POWER BOOK III: RAISING KANAN" "POWER BOOK IV: INFLUENCE" "POWER BOOK V: FORCE" Santa Monica, Calif. - February 9, 2020 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), announced today the continued expansion of the "Power" universe from prolific creator, writer, producer and showrunner Courtney A. Kemp and executive producer Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson with three additional distinctive, gripping chapters that will have audiences captivated for years to come following the "Power" series finale tonight. "Power" has been one of the most successful series in premium pay television during its six-year run, garnering more than 10 million multiplatform views in its last two seasons. With the launch of the expanded "Power" Universe, all of the new "Power" series will be available exclusively across Starz' global footprint on its international platform STARZPLAY, giving subscribers worldwide access to episodes day and date with the U.S. for the first time. "In television history, only a select few shows have inspired four consecutive series extensions, launched into active production and development at the same time," said Jeffrey Hirsch, President and CEO of Starz. "These new and exciting chapters will continue the journey of some of Power's most controversial characters while featuring a growing ensemble of complex, distinct characters along with the high-octane drama that set Power in a class of its own." In addition to the previously announced "POWER BOOK II: GHOST," which will pick up where the original series leaves off, starring world-renowned recording artist and Oscar(R) nominee Mary J. Blige, Method Man and several members of the original "Power" cast, a prequel and two spinoff sequels have been greenlit. All four series will be produced by Lionsgate Television. "POWER BOOK III: RAISING KANAN" - the prequel story that takes viewers back to the '90s and the early years of iconic "Power" character Kanan Stark. "POWER BOOK IV: INFLUENCE" which follows Rashad Tate (played by Larenz Tate) in his ruthless pursuit of political power. "POWER BOOK V: FORCE" in which fans will ride along with Tommy Egan (played by Joseph Sikora) after he cuts ties and puts New York in his rearview mirror for good. The "Power" series are executive produced by series creator and showrunner Courtney A. Kemp through her company End of Episode, and Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson through his G-Unit Film and Television. Also serving as executive producers on the series are Mark Canton through his Atmosphere Entertainment MM, End of Episode's Chris Salek and Danielle DeJesus, Shana Stein and Bart Wenrich. Lionsgate TV produces the series for STARZ. ABOUT STARZ Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming. |
Thursday, January 30, 2020
Starz Picks Up Comedy Pilot "Run the World" to Series from Showrunner and Executive Producer Yvette Lee Bowser
| Starz Picks Up Comedy Pilot "Run the World" to Series from Showrunner and Executive Producer Yvette Lee Bowser The previously announced cast include Amber Stevens West, Andrea Bordeaux, Bresha Webb, Corbin Reid and Stephen Bishop. | |
| [via press release from Starz] | |
| STARZ PICKS UP COMEDY PILOT "RUN THE WORLD" TO SERIES FROM SHOWRUNNER AND EXECUTIVE PRODUCER YVETTE LEE BOWSER Santa Monica, Calif. - January 30, 2020 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), today announced it has given an eight-episode series order for "Run the World." The half-hour comedy is created and written by Leigh Davenport (The Perfect Find, untitled Wendy Williams biopic) who will executive produce with showrunner Yvette Lee Bowser (Lionsgate's "Dear White People," "Living Single") and Lionsgate Television, where Bowser's SisterLee Productions is under an overall deal. Millicent Shelton ("black-ish," "P-Valley") directed the pilot. "Run the World" is the story of a group of Black, vibrant, fiercely loyal best friends who work, live and play in Harlem as they strive for world domination. At its core, it's an unapologetically female show about enviable friendship and not only surviving - but thriving together. "'Run the World' is exactly the kind of bold, authentic, inclusive storytelling that Starz is committed to delivering to our global audience," said Jeffrey Hirsch, President and CEO of Starz. "We feel as though we have captured lightning in a bottle with the energy and chemistry of this cast and their portrayal of these distinct characters in this modern-day view of four female friends in New York City and we look forward to bringing the series to the platform." The previously announced cast include Amber Stevens West ("The Carmichael Show") as "Whitney," Andrea Bordeaux ("NCIS: Los Angeles") as "Ella," Bresha Webb ("Marlon") as "Renee," Corbin Reid ("Valor") as "Sondi" and Stephen Bishop (Moneyball, Imposters) as "Matthew." ABOUT Starz Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming. |
Thursday, December 5, 2019
Starz Announces Exclusive "Outlander" Season Five Clip Reveal During "Page to Screen" Weekend December 14-15
Starz Announces Exclusive "Outlander" Season Five Clip Reveal During "Page to Screen" Weekend December 14-15
The new fifth season of "Outlander" premieres on Starz on Sunday, February 16.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE "OUTLANDER" SEASON FIVE CLIP REVEAL DURING "PAGE TO SCREEN" WEEKEND DECEMBER 14-15
Weekend Showcase will Feature a Lineup of Original Series Adaptations including "The Spanish Princess" and a New Episode of "Dublin Murders," Among Others
"Outlander" Marathon of Top Episodes from Prior Seasons to air on December 7
Santa Monica, Calif. - December 5, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), announced today that "Outlander" fans will get an early glimpse at season five with an exclusive clip of the award-winning series airing on Sunday, December 15 as part of the STARZ "Page to Screen" weekend. In addition to the sneak peek clip, "Outlander" will be among the highly popular book to series adaptations STARZ will be showcasing that weekend along with the newest STARZ Original series "Dublin Murders," which is drawn from the novels by Tana French.
The "Page to Screen" weekend will kick off on Saturday, December 14 at 10 AM ET/PT with the first three episodes from the acclaimed collection of limited series drawn from the best-selling novels by Phillipa Gregory, "The White Queen," "The White Princess" and "The Spanish Princess."
The weekend continues with the first three episodes from "Outlander" season one on Sunday, December 15 at 11:45 AM ET/PT followed by the first five episodes of the new STARZ Original series "Dublin Murders." The exclusive "Outlander" season five clip, which will feature the first four minutes of the season five premiere episode, will air at 8 PM ET/PT followed by the premiere of "Dublin Murders" episode 106.
In hopes of bringing some additional relief to those currently feeling the effects of "Droughtlander," STARZ will also air the top episode from each of the prior four seasons on Saturday, December 7 beginning at 12:15 PM ET/PT. Fans may re-watch "The Wedding" from season one, season two's "Dragonfly in Amber," Claire and Jamie's reunion in season three's "A. Malcolm" and Jamie and Brianna's meeting in "The Birds & The Bees" from season four. The fan-favorite "Outlander" Yule Log will wrap up the day at 5 PM ET/PT. The new fifth season of "Outlander" premieres on STARZ on Sunday, February 16, 2020.
ABOUT "DUBLIN MURDERS"
Adapted from Tana French's Dublin Murder Squad series of novels, "Dublin Murders" is created by Sarah Phelps, who executive produced the series alongside Euston Films' Kate Harwood and Noemi Spanos, as well as Element Pictures' Ed Guiney, Veritas Entertainment's Alan Gasmer and Peter Jaysen, and Saul Dibb, who also serves as lead director.
Set during the height of the Celtic Tiger financial boom of the millennium, "Dublin Murders" focuses on two murder investigations led by ambitious and charismatic detectives Rob Reilly (Killian Scott of The Commuter, "Ripper Street") and Cassie Maddox (Sarah Greene of "Penny Dreadful," "Ransom"). The victims are seemingly unrelated, but as audiences will discover, they are knitted together by powerful shared themes - the macabre "red in tooth and claw" elements of both stories and their heart-thumping psychological thriller qualities.
ABOUT "OUTLANDER" SEASON FIVE
Season Five of "Outlander" finds the Frasers fighting for their family and the home they have forged on Fraser's Ridge. Jamie must find a way to defend all that he has created in America, and to protect those who look to him for leadership and protection - while hiding his personal relationship with Murtagh Fitzgibbons, the man whom Governor William Tryon has ordered him to hunt down and kill. With her family together at last, Claire Fraser must use her modern medical knowledge and foresight to prevent them from being ripped apart once again. However, while focusing on protecting others, she risks losing sight of what it means to protect herself. Meanwhile, Brianna Fraser and Roger MacKenzie have been reunited, but the spectre of Stephen Bonnet still haunts them. Roger strives to find his place - as well as Jamie's respect - in this new and dangerous time. The Frasers must come together, navigating the many perils that they foresee - and those they can't.
The "Outlander" television series, executive produced by Ronald D. Moore, Maril Davis, Matthew B. Roberts, Toni Graphia and Andy Harries is inspired by Gabaldon's Outlander series that has sold an estimated 30 million copies worldwide, with all the books having graced the New York Times best-sellers list. "Outlander" is produced by Tall Ship Productions and Left Bank Pictures in association with Sony Pictures Television.
ABOUT "THE SPANISH PRINCESS"
"The Spanish Princess" is the third installment following the Golden Globe(R) and Emmy(R)-nominated STARZ Original Miniseries "The White Queen" and the critically acclaimed STARZ Original Limited Series "The White Princess." Produced by Playground and All3 Media's New Pictures, the limited series is drawn from the global best-selling novels, The Constant Princess and The King's Curse, written by Philippa Gregory.
ABOUT STARZ
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
The new fifth season of "Outlander" premieres on Starz on Sunday, February 16.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE "OUTLANDER" SEASON FIVE CLIP REVEAL DURING "PAGE TO SCREEN" WEEKEND DECEMBER 14-15
Weekend Showcase will Feature a Lineup of Original Series Adaptations including "The Spanish Princess" and a New Episode of "Dublin Murders," Among Others
"Outlander" Marathon of Top Episodes from Prior Seasons to air on December 7
Santa Monica, Calif. - December 5, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), announced today that "Outlander" fans will get an early glimpse at season five with an exclusive clip of the award-winning series airing on Sunday, December 15 as part of the STARZ "Page to Screen" weekend. In addition to the sneak peek clip, "Outlander" will be among the highly popular book to series adaptations STARZ will be showcasing that weekend along with the newest STARZ Original series "Dublin Murders," which is drawn from the novels by Tana French.
The "Page to Screen" weekend will kick off on Saturday, December 14 at 10 AM ET/PT with the first three episodes from the acclaimed collection of limited series drawn from the best-selling novels by Phillipa Gregory, "The White Queen," "The White Princess" and "The Spanish Princess."
The weekend continues with the first three episodes from "Outlander" season one on Sunday, December 15 at 11:45 AM ET/PT followed by the first five episodes of the new STARZ Original series "Dublin Murders." The exclusive "Outlander" season five clip, which will feature the first four minutes of the season five premiere episode, will air at 8 PM ET/PT followed by the premiere of "Dublin Murders" episode 106.
In hopes of bringing some additional relief to those currently feeling the effects of "Droughtlander," STARZ will also air the top episode from each of the prior four seasons on Saturday, December 7 beginning at 12:15 PM ET/PT. Fans may re-watch "The Wedding" from season one, season two's "Dragonfly in Amber," Claire and Jamie's reunion in season three's "A. Malcolm" and Jamie and Brianna's meeting in "The Birds & The Bees" from season four. The fan-favorite "Outlander" Yule Log will wrap up the day at 5 PM ET/PT. The new fifth season of "Outlander" premieres on STARZ on Sunday, February 16, 2020.
ABOUT "DUBLIN MURDERS"
Adapted from Tana French's Dublin Murder Squad series of novels, "Dublin Murders" is created by Sarah Phelps, who executive produced the series alongside Euston Films' Kate Harwood and Noemi Spanos, as well as Element Pictures' Ed Guiney, Veritas Entertainment's Alan Gasmer and Peter Jaysen, and Saul Dibb, who also serves as lead director.
Set during the height of the Celtic Tiger financial boom of the millennium, "Dublin Murders" focuses on two murder investigations led by ambitious and charismatic detectives Rob Reilly (Killian Scott of The Commuter, "Ripper Street") and Cassie Maddox (Sarah Greene of "Penny Dreadful," "Ransom"). The victims are seemingly unrelated, but as audiences will discover, they are knitted together by powerful shared themes - the macabre "red in tooth and claw" elements of both stories and their heart-thumping psychological thriller qualities.
ABOUT "OUTLANDER" SEASON FIVE
Season Five of "Outlander" finds the Frasers fighting for their family and the home they have forged on Fraser's Ridge. Jamie must find a way to defend all that he has created in America, and to protect those who look to him for leadership and protection - while hiding his personal relationship with Murtagh Fitzgibbons, the man whom Governor William Tryon has ordered him to hunt down and kill. With her family together at last, Claire Fraser must use her modern medical knowledge and foresight to prevent them from being ripped apart once again. However, while focusing on protecting others, she risks losing sight of what it means to protect herself. Meanwhile, Brianna Fraser and Roger MacKenzie have been reunited, but the spectre of Stephen Bonnet still haunts them. Roger strives to find his place - as well as Jamie's respect - in this new and dangerous time. The Frasers must come together, navigating the many perils that they foresee - and those they can't.
The "Outlander" television series, executive produced by Ronald D. Moore, Maril Davis, Matthew B. Roberts, Toni Graphia and Andy Harries is inspired by Gabaldon's Outlander series that has sold an estimated 30 million copies worldwide, with all the books having graced the New York Times best-sellers list. "Outlander" is produced by Tall Ship Productions and Left Bank Pictures in association with Sony Pictures Television.
ABOUT "THE SPANISH PRINCESS"
"The Spanish Princess" is the third installment following the Golden Globe(R) and Emmy(R)-nominated STARZ Original Miniseries "The White Queen" and the critically acclaimed STARZ Original Limited Series "The White Princess." Produced by Playground and All3 Media's New Pictures, the limited series is drawn from the global best-selling novels, The Constant Princess and The King's Curse, written by Philippa Gregory.
ABOUT STARZ
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
New Starz Original Series "Becoming Elizabeth" Succeeds to the Throne
New Starz Original Series "Becoming Elizabeth" Succeeds to the Throne
"Becoming Elizabeth" is the fascinating story of the early life of England's most iconic Queen.
[via press release from Starz] NEW STARZ ORIGINAL SERIES "BECOMING ELIZABETH" SUCCEEDS TO THE THRONE
Santa Monica, Calif. - December 3, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), today announced it has greenlit the series "Becoming Elizabeth," created and written by award-winning playwright and television screenwriter Anya Reiss (Spur of the Moment, The Acid Test) who will executive produce with The Forge's George Ormond ("National Treasure," "Great Expectations") and George Faber ("Shameless," "Generation Kill").
Reiss will serve as lead writer on the 8-episode season and be joined by an all-female writing team including Emily Ballou ("Traitors," "Taboo," "Humans"), Anna Jordan ("Succession") and Suhayla El- Bushra ("Ackley Bridge," "Hollyoaks").
"The world of 'Becoming Elizabeth' is visceral and dangerous - judgments are rendered quickly and no one is safe," said Starz CEO Jeffrey A. Hirsch. "This series explores the Tudor Reign and young Elizabeth, who would become England's 'Gloriana' and one of history's most dynamic figures, through a new lens which we think viewers will find highly engaging."
"Becoming Elizabeth" is the fascinating story of the early life of England's most iconic Queen. Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor was an orphaned teenager who became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court. With no clear heir, the death of King Henry the VIII sets into motion a dangerous scramble for power. His surviving children find themselves pawns in a game between the great families of England and the powers of Europe who vie for control of the country.
Elizabeth struggles to control her own destiny and take real power as the men around her attempt to claim her sovereignty. Her fascinating and factual journey to secure the crown is filled with scheming, betrayal and illicit relationships that threaten to bring forth her demise at a time in which every man or woman of the court is on the wheel of fortune, which may take them to a position of great power one moment, or the executioner's block the next.
"This is Elizabeth as you've never seen her before, a teenager finding her way in a treacherous world, and in Anya's hands she's a truly electrifying character," said Ormond. "Starz immediately embraced the ambition and vision of the series and we're thrilled to be collaborating with them on it."
Reiss added, "Drama seems to skip straight from Henry VIII's turnstile of wives to an adult white faced Gloriana. Missing out boy kings, religious fanatics, secret affairs and a young orphaned teenager trying to save herself from the vicious scramble to the top. I should have found it hard to relate to 500 year old royalty but Elizabeth lived in dangerous, polarising times and often made terrible hormone-fuelled decisions. I've found writing her story a thrilling experience."
Senior Vice President of Original Programming Karen Bailey is the Starz executive in charge of "Becoming Elizabeth."
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
About The Forge
The Forge, established by George Faber, is one of the UK's preeminent drama producers, with a reputation for original, innovative and high-quality programming. The Forge's production credits include?Jack Thorne's multi-BAFTA-winning trilogy NATIONAL TREASURE, KIRI? and THE ACCIDENT, Ayub Khan Din's ACKLEY BRIDGE, Peter Moffat's THE LAST POST, Jessie Burton's?THE MINIATURIST, David Hare's COLLATERAL starring Carey Mulligan and?Levi David Addai's DARK MONEY. Currently in production is David Hare's political thriller ROADKILL, a mini-series starring Hugh Laurie. Most recently greenlit is Ben Wheatley's zombie comedy series GENERATION Z.
"Becoming Elizabeth" is the fascinating story of the early life of England's most iconic Queen.
[via press release from Starz] NEW STARZ ORIGINAL SERIES "BECOMING ELIZABETH" SUCCEEDS TO THE THRONE
Santa Monica, Calif. - December 3, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), today announced it has greenlit the series "Becoming Elizabeth," created and written by award-winning playwright and television screenwriter Anya Reiss (Spur of the Moment, The Acid Test) who will executive produce with The Forge's George Ormond ("National Treasure," "Great Expectations") and George Faber ("Shameless," "Generation Kill").
Reiss will serve as lead writer on the 8-episode season and be joined by an all-female writing team including Emily Ballou ("Traitors," "Taboo," "Humans"), Anna Jordan ("Succession") and Suhayla El- Bushra ("Ackley Bridge," "Hollyoaks").
"The world of 'Becoming Elizabeth' is visceral and dangerous - judgments are rendered quickly and no one is safe," said Starz CEO Jeffrey A. Hirsch. "This series explores the Tudor Reign and young Elizabeth, who would become England's 'Gloriana' and one of history's most dynamic figures, through a new lens which we think viewers will find highly engaging."
"Becoming Elizabeth" is the fascinating story of the early life of England's most iconic Queen. Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor was an orphaned teenager who became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court. With no clear heir, the death of King Henry the VIII sets into motion a dangerous scramble for power. His surviving children find themselves pawns in a game between the great families of England and the powers of Europe who vie for control of the country.
Elizabeth struggles to control her own destiny and take real power as the men around her attempt to claim her sovereignty. Her fascinating and factual journey to secure the crown is filled with scheming, betrayal and illicit relationships that threaten to bring forth her demise at a time in which every man or woman of the court is on the wheel of fortune, which may take them to a position of great power one moment, or the executioner's block the next.
"This is Elizabeth as you've never seen her before, a teenager finding her way in a treacherous world, and in Anya's hands she's a truly electrifying character," said Ormond. "Starz immediately embraced the ambition and vision of the series and we're thrilled to be collaborating with them on it."
Reiss added, "Drama seems to skip straight from Henry VIII's turnstile of wives to an adult white faced Gloriana. Missing out boy kings, religious fanatics, secret affairs and a young orphaned teenager trying to save herself from the vicious scramble to the top. I should have found it hard to relate to 500 year old royalty but Elizabeth lived in dangerous, polarising times and often made terrible hormone-fuelled decisions. I've found writing her story a thrilling experience."
Senior Vice President of Original Programming Karen Bailey is the Starz executive in charge of "Becoming Elizabeth."
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
About The Forge
The Forge, established by George Faber, is one of the UK's preeminent drama producers, with a reputation for original, innovative and high-quality programming. The Forge's production credits include?Jack Thorne's multi-BAFTA-winning trilogy NATIONAL TREASURE, KIRI? and THE ACCIDENT, Ayub Khan Din's ACKLEY BRIDGE, Peter Moffat's THE LAST POST, Jessie Burton's?THE MINIATURIST, David Hare's COLLATERAL starring Carey Mulligan and?Levi David Addai's DARK MONEY. Currently in production is David Hare's political thriller ROADKILL, a mini-series starring Hugh Laurie. Most recently greenlit is Ben Wheatley's zombie comedy series GENERATION Z.
Tuesday, November 26, 2019
Starz Announces International Direct to Consumer Streaming App
Starz Announces International Direct to Consumer Streaming App
For approximately $5 (US) per month, subscribers in select countries have the opportunity to enjoy instant access to hundreds of movies and series.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ ANNOUNCES INTERNATIONAL DIRECT TO CONSUMER STREAMING APP
STARZPLAY App Currently Provides Streaming Subscriptions Directly to Consumers in Five Countries with Additional Countries Expected to Roll Out through 2020
Santa Monica, Calif. - November 25, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), announced today the successful rollout of the all-new international STARZPLAY app in Brazil, France, Germany, Mexico and the UK with plans to launch an additional 20 countries in 2020.
"Starz has experienced great success with the STARZ app domestically, remaining ahead of the streaming curve with more than 5.6 million OTT customers to date, and that number continues to climb," said Starz CEO Jeffrey A. Hirsch. "Expanding our direct-to-consumer product into the global arena with the launch of the STARZPLAY app gives subscribers seamless entry to our platform and premium content on their device of choice, while also providing us with access to key consumer data insights as we continue to position ourselves for success in the evolving content ecosystem."
For approximately $5 (US) per month*, subscribers in select countries have the opportunity to enjoy instant access to hundreds of movies and series, including STARZ Originals such as the recently debuted "The Spanish Princess" and "Dublin Murders," as well as critically acclaimed, curated series including "The Act" and drama "Mr. Mercedes" and hit movies like Hitch, Ferris Bueller's Day Off and No Country for Old Men.
The STARZPLAY app allows up to four users to watch simultaneously and enjoy offline downloads of select shows and movies. App users can enjoy personalized recommendations of shows and movies based on users' previous viewing interests and select their preferred language for audio or captions. The premium pay TV streaming service is available through iPhone, iPad, as well as on a wide range of Android supported devices.
STARZ subscribers from Totalplay (MX) can currently authenticate and stream content using the STARZPLAY app. Other select international cable, satellite and telco partners will soon be able to authenticate into the app.
STARZPLAY is currently available in Europe and Latin America on Apple TV, in France, Germany, Mexico and the UK on Amazon Prime Video channels and on the following local platforms: in Mexico on izzi and Totalplay; in Spain on Orange and Vodafone; in the UK on Virgin Media; in France on Orange and as Starz in Canada in alliance with Bell Media.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly-rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
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*Monthly fees vary per country:
· 4.99 GBP - UK
· 4.99 Euros - France and Germany
· 89 pesos - Mexico
· 14.90 realis - Brazil
For approximately $5 (US) per month, subscribers in select countries have the opportunity to enjoy instant access to hundreds of movies and series.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ ANNOUNCES INTERNATIONAL DIRECT TO CONSUMER STREAMING APP
STARZPLAY App Currently Provides Streaming Subscriptions Directly to Consumers in Five Countries with Additional Countries Expected to Roll Out through 2020
Santa Monica, Calif. - November 25, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), announced today the successful rollout of the all-new international STARZPLAY app in Brazil, France, Germany, Mexico and the UK with plans to launch an additional 20 countries in 2020.
"Starz has experienced great success with the STARZ app domestically, remaining ahead of the streaming curve with more than 5.6 million OTT customers to date, and that number continues to climb," said Starz CEO Jeffrey A. Hirsch. "Expanding our direct-to-consumer product into the global arena with the launch of the STARZPLAY app gives subscribers seamless entry to our platform and premium content on their device of choice, while also providing us with access to key consumer data insights as we continue to position ourselves for success in the evolving content ecosystem."
For approximately $5 (US) per month*, subscribers in select countries have the opportunity to enjoy instant access to hundreds of movies and series, including STARZ Originals such as the recently debuted "The Spanish Princess" and "Dublin Murders," as well as critically acclaimed, curated series including "The Act" and drama "Mr. Mercedes" and hit movies like Hitch, Ferris Bueller's Day Off and No Country for Old Men.
The STARZPLAY app allows up to four users to watch simultaneously and enjoy offline downloads of select shows and movies. App users can enjoy personalized recommendations of shows and movies based on users' previous viewing interests and select their preferred language for audio or captions. The premium pay TV streaming service is available through iPhone, iPad, as well as on a wide range of Android supported devices.
STARZ subscribers from Totalplay (MX) can currently authenticate and stream content using the STARZPLAY app. Other select international cable, satellite and telco partners will soon be able to authenticate into the app.
STARZPLAY is currently available in Europe and Latin America on Apple TV, in France, Germany, Mexico and the UK on Amazon Prime Video channels and on the following local platforms: in Mexico on izzi and Totalplay; in Spain on Orange and Vodafone; in the UK on Virgin Media; in France on Orange and as Starz in Canada in alliance with Bell Media.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly-rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
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*Monthly fees vary per country:
· 4.99 GBP - UK
· 4.99 Euros - France and Germany
· 89 pesos - Mexico
· 14.90 realis - Brazil
Thursday, October 3, 2019
Starz Acquires Six Titles Including Geena Davis' "This Changes Everything" Documentary and Series "In the Long Run" Created by and Featuring Idris Elba
Starz Acquires Six Titles Including Geena Davis' "This Changes Everything" Documentary and Series "In the Long Run" Created by and Featuring Idris Elba
"This series is a semi-autobiographical comedy that tackles stereotypes and racial divisions while having a laugh about it," said Elba.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ ACQUIRES SIX TITLES INCLUDING GEENA DAVIS' "THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING" DOCUMENTARY AND SERIES "IN THE LONG RUN" CREATED BY AND FEATURING IDRIS ELBA
Santa Monica, Calif. - October 3, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), today announced the recent acquisition of six titles including the documentary This Changes Everything from executive producer, Academy Award(R)-winning actor and gender equality advocate Geena Davis, slated to air on STARZ and available for download or streaming via the STARZ app in December.
The documentary uncovers one of the most confounding dilemmas in the entertainment industry - the underrepresentation and misrepresentation of women told first-hand by some of Hollywood's top talent behind and in front of the camera. Leading voices interviewed in the documentary include Meryl Streep, Cate Blanchett, Anita Hill and STARZ Original series "Power" creator, co-showrunner and executive producer Courtney A. Kemp, among others.
"I'm thrilled to see This Changes Everything coming to nationwide audiences on STARZ later this year," said Davis. "This documentary eloquently makes the case for the need to improve gender balance, diversity and inclusion onscreen and behind the scenes. It's important that industry leaders and the public are aware of the impact the media has as we rally together toward the goal of gender equality."
In addition to This Changes Everything, Starz also acquired The River and the Wall documentary about five friends who embark on a 1,200-mile journey down the Rio Grande to document the US-Mexico border before construction of a wall, learning how it would impact immigration, wildlife, culture and landowners.
Idris Elba's (Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, "Turn Up Charlie") family comedy "In the Long Run," inspired by his experience growing up in east London in the 80's, will premiere exclusively on STARZ in November.
"This series is a semi-autobiographical comedy that tackles stereotypes and racial divisions while having a laugh about it," said Elba. "There's a genuineness to this story with which I hope audiences engage and connect."
The Professor and the Madman, Stockholm and My Days of Mercy will also be available this fall for download or streaming via the STARZ app, which offers subscribers access to more than 7,500 selections including STARZ Originals "Power," "The Spanish Princess," "Outlander," "Vida," among others, along with critically-acclaimed blockbuster movies.
Series premiere dates and descriptions below:
The Professor and the Madman - October 5, 2019
The Professor and the Madman tells the unbelievable true story of a murderer confined to an insane asylum and his unlikely bond with a brilliant Oxford professor. Drawn together by the fine line between madness and genius, these remarkable men form an unbreakable friendship in pursuit of changing the course of history. Academy Award(R) winners Sean Penn and Mel Gibson star with Natalie Dormer and Steve Coogan.
The River and the Wall - October 21, 2019
Conservation filmmaker Ben Masters, NatGeo Explorer Filipe DeAndrade, ornithologist Heather Mackey, river guide Austin Alvarado and conservationist Jay Kleberg document the borderlands and explore the potential impacts of a wall on the natural environment. They come face-to-face with the human side of the immigration debate and enter uncharted emotional waters as the wilderness gives way to the more populated and heavily trafficked Lower Rio Grande Valley.
"In the Long Run" Season 1 - November 1, 2019
"In the Long Run" Season 2 - December 6, 2019
"In the Long Run" Xmas Special - December 20, 2019
Loosely based on actor-writer Idris Elba's childhood, the series examines the lives of the Easmon family living in London in 1985, led by factory worker Walter (Idris Elba) whose home is turned upside down when his party-loving, responsibility-challenged DJ younger brother arrives from Sierra Leone.
Stockholm - December 14, 2019
Based on the absurd but true 1973 bank heist and hostage crisis in which hostages bonded with their captors, giving rise to the term "Stockholm Syndrome," Stockholm focuses on the relationship between a bank teller and her captor, an unhinged U.S. outlaw, as they try to escape together. A Tribeca Film Festival premiere, Stockholm stars Academy Award(R) nominee Ethan Hawke, Noomi Rapace and Mark Strong.
This Changes Everything - December 16, 2019
A Toronto International Film Festival premiere, This Changes Everything takes an incisive look at the history, empirical evidence, and systemic forces that foster gender discrimination and reinforce disparity in our culture. Most importantly, the film seeks pathways and solutions from within and outside the industry. The doc features interviews with Geena Davis, Meryl Streep, Natalie Portman, Taraji P. Henson, Reese Witherspoon, Cate Blanchett, Jill Soloway, Shonda Rhimes, Yara Shahidi, Chloe Moretz, Amandla Stenberg, Alan Alda, Sandra Oh, Tiffany Haddish, Anita Hill, Jessica Chastain, Rose McGowan, Judd Apatow, Rosario Dawson and Courtney A. Kemp.
My Days of Mercy - December 27, 2019
After a female activist (Ellen Page) protesting the death penalty befriends a woman (Kate Mara) with opposing views, they begin a passionate relationship that tests their beliefs and their values. My Days of Mercy also premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly-rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
"This series is a semi-autobiographical comedy that tackles stereotypes and racial divisions while having a laugh about it," said Elba.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ ACQUIRES SIX TITLES INCLUDING GEENA DAVIS' "THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING" DOCUMENTARY AND SERIES "IN THE LONG RUN" CREATED BY AND FEATURING IDRIS ELBA
Santa Monica, Calif. - October 3, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), today announced the recent acquisition of six titles including the documentary This Changes Everything from executive producer, Academy Award(R)-winning actor and gender equality advocate Geena Davis, slated to air on STARZ and available for download or streaming via the STARZ app in December.
The documentary uncovers one of the most confounding dilemmas in the entertainment industry - the underrepresentation and misrepresentation of women told first-hand by some of Hollywood's top talent behind and in front of the camera. Leading voices interviewed in the documentary include Meryl Streep, Cate Blanchett, Anita Hill and STARZ Original series "Power" creator, co-showrunner and executive producer Courtney A. Kemp, among others.
"I'm thrilled to see This Changes Everything coming to nationwide audiences on STARZ later this year," said Davis. "This documentary eloquently makes the case for the need to improve gender balance, diversity and inclusion onscreen and behind the scenes. It's important that industry leaders and the public are aware of the impact the media has as we rally together toward the goal of gender equality."
In addition to This Changes Everything, Starz also acquired The River and the Wall documentary about five friends who embark on a 1,200-mile journey down the Rio Grande to document the US-Mexico border before construction of a wall, learning how it would impact immigration, wildlife, culture and landowners.
Idris Elba's (Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, "Turn Up Charlie") family comedy "In the Long Run," inspired by his experience growing up in east London in the 80's, will premiere exclusively on STARZ in November.
"This series is a semi-autobiographical comedy that tackles stereotypes and racial divisions while having a laugh about it," said Elba. "There's a genuineness to this story with which I hope audiences engage and connect."
The Professor and the Madman, Stockholm and My Days of Mercy will also be available this fall for download or streaming via the STARZ app, which offers subscribers access to more than 7,500 selections including STARZ Originals "Power," "The Spanish Princess," "Outlander," "Vida," among others, along with critically-acclaimed blockbuster movies.
Series premiere dates and descriptions below:
The Professor and the Madman - October 5, 2019
The Professor and the Madman tells the unbelievable true story of a murderer confined to an insane asylum and his unlikely bond with a brilliant Oxford professor. Drawn together by the fine line between madness and genius, these remarkable men form an unbreakable friendship in pursuit of changing the course of history. Academy Award(R) winners Sean Penn and Mel Gibson star with Natalie Dormer and Steve Coogan.
The River and the Wall - October 21, 2019
Conservation filmmaker Ben Masters, NatGeo Explorer Filipe DeAndrade, ornithologist Heather Mackey, river guide Austin Alvarado and conservationist Jay Kleberg document the borderlands and explore the potential impacts of a wall on the natural environment. They come face-to-face with the human side of the immigration debate and enter uncharted emotional waters as the wilderness gives way to the more populated and heavily trafficked Lower Rio Grande Valley.
"In the Long Run" Season 1 - November 1, 2019
"In the Long Run" Season 2 - December 6, 2019
"In the Long Run" Xmas Special - December 20, 2019
Loosely based on actor-writer Idris Elba's childhood, the series examines the lives of the Easmon family living in London in 1985, led by factory worker Walter (Idris Elba) whose home is turned upside down when his party-loving, responsibility-challenged DJ younger brother arrives from Sierra Leone.
Stockholm - December 14, 2019
Based on the absurd but true 1973 bank heist and hostage crisis in which hostages bonded with their captors, giving rise to the term "Stockholm Syndrome," Stockholm focuses on the relationship between a bank teller and her captor, an unhinged U.S. outlaw, as they try to escape together. A Tribeca Film Festival premiere, Stockholm stars Academy Award(R) nominee Ethan Hawke, Noomi Rapace and Mark Strong.
This Changes Everything - December 16, 2019
A Toronto International Film Festival premiere, This Changes Everything takes an incisive look at the history, empirical evidence, and systemic forces that foster gender discrimination and reinforce disparity in our culture. Most importantly, the film seeks pathways and solutions from within and outside the industry. The doc features interviews with Geena Davis, Meryl Streep, Natalie Portman, Taraji P. Henson, Reese Witherspoon, Cate Blanchett, Jill Soloway, Shonda Rhimes, Yara Shahidi, Chloe Moretz, Amandla Stenberg, Alan Alda, Sandra Oh, Tiffany Haddish, Anita Hill, Jessica Chastain, Rose McGowan, Judd Apatow, Rosario Dawson and Courtney A. Kemp.
My Days of Mercy - December 27, 2019
After a female activist (Ellen Page) protesting the death penalty befriends a woman (Kate Mara) with opposing views, they begin a passionate relationship that tests their beliefs and their values. My Days of Mercy also premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly-rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
Starz Casts Julia Goldani Telles as Lead in Third Installment of Steven Soderbergh's Seductive Anthology Series "The Girlfriend Experience"
Starz Casts Julia Goldani Telles as Lead in Third Installment of Steven Soderbergh's Seductive Anthology Series "The Girlfriend Experience"
Telles will play Iris, a young neuroscientist who begins to explore the transactional world of The Girlfriend Experience, only to find herself deep inside the Uncanny Valley with the relationships she creates.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ CASTS JULIA GOLDANI TELLES AS LEAD IN THIRD INSTALLMENT OF STEVEN SODERBERGH'S SEDUCTIVE ANTHOLOGY SERIES "THE GIRLFRIEND EXPERIENCE"
10-Episode London-Based Series to be Written, Directed and Co-Executive Produced by Anja Marquardt
Santa Monica, Calif. - October 1, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), announced today that Julia Goldani Telles ("The Affair") has been cast as the lead in the third installment of Steven Soderbergh's critically-acclaimed anthology series "The Girlfriend Experience."
Telles will play Iris, a young neuroscientist who begins to explore the transactional world of The Girlfriend Experience, only to find herself deep inside the Uncanny Valley with the relationships she creates. Set in the London tech scene, Iris quickly learns that her client sessions provide her with an edge in the tech world, and vice versa...until, that is, she begins to question whether her actions are driven by free will, or something else altogether.
Telles stars as Whitney on "The Affair" and is also known for her role on Amy Sherman Palladino's "Bunheads" opposite Sutton Foster. Telles most recently starred in the supernatural western The Wind, which premiered at the Toronto Film Festival, Lionsgate's Most Likely To Murder and Sony's Slender Man opposite Joey King. Telles is repped by UTA, Principal LA and attorney Stewart Brookman.
Soderbergh (Ocean's Eleven, Magic Mike, The Laundromat, "The Knick") and Philip Fleishman ("The Girlfriend Experience") executive produce the series with Jeff Cuban (The China Hustle). Written and directed by Anja Marquardt (She's Lost Control) who also serves as co-executive producer, the 10-episode scripted anthology series is a Transactional Pictures of NY LP Production in Association with Populist Pictures and Magnolia Pictures.
The STARZ Limited series "The Girlfriend Experience" was a reimagining of Steven Soderbergh's 2009 critically acclaimed movie of the same name. Season one of "The Girlfriend Experience" followed Christine Reade (Riley Keough), a second-year law student. Working hard to establish herself as an intern at a prestigious law firm, her focus quickly shifts when a classmate introduces her to the world of transactional relationships. The second season of the anthology series followed two parallel stories each focusing on entirely new characters, relationships, plotlines and locations while exploring the price of intimacy and its emotional consequences. Starring Anna Friel, Louisa Krause and Carmen Ejogo, the storylines for season two were juxtaposed between Washington, D.C. and New Mexico.
Vice President of Original Programming Samantha Offsay is the Starz executive in charge of the third season of "The Girlfriend Experience."
Starz will retain all domestic multiplatform pay TV rights and Lionsgate shall serve as the worldwide distributor of all other rights to the series.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly-rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
Telles will play Iris, a young neuroscientist who begins to explore the transactional world of The Girlfriend Experience, only to find herself deep inside the Uncanny Valley with the relationships she creates.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ CASTS JULIA GOLDANI TELLES AS LEAD IN THIRD INSTALLMENT OF STEVEN SODERBERGH'S SEDUCTIVE ANTHOLOGY SERIES "THE GIRLFRIEND EXPERIENCE"
10-Episode London-Based Series to be Written, Directed and Co-Executive Produced by Anja Marquardt
Santa Monica, Calif. - October 1, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), announced today that Julia Goldani Telles ("The Affair") has been cast as the lead in the third installment of Steven Soderbergh's critically-acclaimed anthology series "The Girlfriend Experience."
Telles will play Iris, a young neuroscientist who begins to explore the transactional world of The Girlfriend Experience, only to find herself deep inside the Uncanny Valley with the relationships she creates. Set in the London tech scene, Iris quickly learns that her client sessions provide her with an edge in the tech world, and vice versa...until, that is, she begins to question whether her actions are driven by free will, or something else altogether.
Telles stars as Whitney on "The Affair" and is also known for her role on Amy Sherman Palladino's "Bunheads" opposite Sutton Foster. Telles most recently starred in the supernatural western The Wind, which premiered at the Toronto Film Festival, Lionsgate's Most Likely To Murder and Sony's Slender Man opposite Joey King. Telles is repped by UTA, Principal LA and attorney Stewart Brookman.
Soderbergh (Ocean's Eleven, Magic Mike, The Laundromat, "The Knick") and Philip Fleishman ("The Girlfriend Experience") executive produce the series with Jeff Cuban (The China Hustle). Written and directed by Anja Marquardt (She's Lost Control) who also serves as co-executive producer, the 10-episode scripted anthology series is a Transactional Pictures of NY LP Production in Association with Populist Pictures and Magnolia Pictures.
The STARZ Limited series "The Girlfriend Experience" was a reimagining of Steven Soderbergh's 2009 critically acclaimed movie of the same name. Season one of "The Girlfriend Experience" followed Christine Reade (Riley Keough), a second-year law student. Working hard to establish herself as an intern at a prestigious law firm, her focus quickly shifts when a classmate introduces her to the world of transactional relationships. The second season of the anthology series followed two parallel stories each focusing on entirely new characters, relationships, plotlines and locations while exploring the price of intimacy and its emotional consequences. Starring Anna Friel, Louisa Krause and Carmen Ejogo, the storylines for season two were juxtaposed between Washington, D.C. and New Mexico.
Vice President of Original Programming Samantha Offsay is the Starz executive in charge of the third season of "The Girlfriend Experience."
Starz will retain all domestic multiplatform pay TV rights and Lionsgate shall serve as the worldwide distributor of all other rights to the series.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly-rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Starz Holds Court with New and Returning Cast for "The Spanish Princess"
Starz Holds Court with New and Returning Cast for "The Spanish Princess"
Ray Stevenson, Sai Bennett, Andrew Buchan and Peter Egan join a returning class which includes Laura Carmichael, Georgie Henley and Stephanie Levi-John.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ HOLDS COURT WITH NEW AND RETURNING CAST FOR "THE SPANISH PRINCESS"
Laura Carmichael, Georgie Henley and Stephanie Levi-John Return Alongside New Cast Members Ray Stevenson, Sai Bennett, Andrew Buchan and Peter Egan
Emma Frost and Matthew Graham Continue as Showrunners, with Chanya Button Leading Female Director Line-up
Santa Monica, Calif. - September 26, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), today announced the start of production on the eight-episode conclusion of "The Spanish Princess," with returning leads Charlotte Hope ("The English Game," "Game of Thrones") and Ruairi O'Connor ("Delicious," Teen Spirit) reprising their roles as the ruling couple Catherine of Aragon and Henry VIII. Other key cast also returning are Stephanie Levi-John (Diversion, Striking Out) as Catherine's trusted confidante Lina de Cardonnes, Georgie Henley (The Chronicles of Narnia Trilogy) as Henry's younger sister and Queen of Scotland Margaret ("Meg") Tudor and Laura Carmichael ("Downton Abbey," A United Kingdom) as Margaret ("Maggie") Pole.
New cast members joining the limited series include Ray Stevenson ("Rome," The Thor Franchise) as Meg's boorish husband, King James IV of Scotland and Sai Bennett ("Mr. Selfridge," "Close to the Enemy") as Henry and Meg's sister Princess Mary, now of age to forge a political alliance for the Tudors through her own marriage. Andrew Buchan ("Broadchurch," "The Honourable Woman") joins as the upwardly mobile Sir Thomas More and Peter Egan ("Downton Abbey," "The Unforgotten") is set to play Tudor stalwart General Howard.
Emma Frost (STARZ Originals "The White Queen" and "The White Princess;" "The Man in High Castle") and Matthew Graham ("Life on Mars," "Electric Dreams," "Dr. Who") will continue their role as showrunners and Executive Producers. These concluding episodes will feature a three female director lineup, beginning with Chanya Button ("World on Fire," Vita & Virginia) in the first block, followed by Lisa Clarke ("The Spanish Princess," "Sanditon") and Rebecca Gatward ("Dublin Murders," "Traces").
"The Spanish Princess" is the third installment following the Golden Globe(R) and Emmy(R) award-nominated STARZ Original Miniseries "The White Queen" and the critically acclaimed STARZ Original Limited Series "The White Princess." Produced by All3 Media's New Pictures and Playground, the Limited Series is drawn from the global best-selling novels, The Constant Princess and The King's Curse, written by Philippa Gregory.
"The Spanish Princess" continues the story of Queen Catherine and Henry VIII. Presiding over the most glamorous court in Europe and beloved by their people, together they create an England that is proud, confident and strong enough to withstand threat from abroad. Catherine's struggle to produce an heir places her marriage and position in the court at risk, and she is haunted by her choices from the past. Despite proving herself a politician, a diplomat, a national inspiration and even a military commander, Catherine must battle to save her love with the King, and to preserve the peace and prosperity of their reign. Shooting takes place on location and in The Bottle Yard Studios, Bristol, UK.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
About Playground
Playground is a New York and London based television, film and theatre production company founded in 2012 by award-winning producer Colin Callender. It is committed to producing smart, entertaining drama for the screen and the stage bringing together the finest US and UK talent from the worlds of theatre, film, and television.
Playground has produced over 75 hours of primetime television drama garnering 16 Emmy nominations, 27 BAFTA nominations, and 12 Golden Globe nominations, including winning a Golden Globe for Best Miniseries.
Recent productions include Wolf Hall, the BAFTA, Golden Globe and Peabody Award winning miniseries starring Mark Rylance, Damian Lewis and Claire Foy for the BBC and Masterpiece, and The Dresser, the RTS winning television adaptation of Ronald Harwood's acclaimed play starring Ian McKellen and Anthony Hopkins and directed by Richard Eyre for the BBC and Starz, The White Princess, a limited series for Starz drawn from the bestselling book by Philippa Gregory, Howards End, Academy Award-winner Kenneth Lonergan's adaptation of E.M. Forster's classic novel starring Hayley Atwell, Matthew Macfadyen and Tracey Ullman directed by Hettie Macdonald for the BBC and Starz, Little Women adapted by Heidi Thomas and starring Emily Watson, Michael Gambon and Angela Lansbury for the BBC and Masterpiece, and King Lear starring Anthony Hopkins and Emma Thompson and directed by Richard Eyre for the BBC and Amazon.
Playground's previous theatre productions on Broadway include: Nora Ephron's Tony-nominated Lucky Guy directed by George C. Wolfe starring Tom Hanks in his Broadway debut, Harvey Fierstein's Tony-nominated Casa Valentina directed by Joe Mantello, the Tony award-winning revival of musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Jez Butterworth's The River directed by Ian Rickson starring Hugh Jackman, and Kenneth Branagh and Rob Ashford's critically acclaimed groundbreaking production of Macbeth at The Park Avenue Armory in New York, and, in the West End, John Tiffany's The Glass Menagerie and Casey Nicholaw's Dreamgirls.
Playground, in partnership with Sonia Friedman Productions, is currently producing Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in the West End where it won a record-breaking 9 Olivier Awards, on Broadway where it won 6 Tony Awards, including Best Play, and in Melbourne. Other current theatre productions include the Tony Award-winning best musical Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway.
About New Pictures
New Pictures was established by Charlie Pattinson, Elaine Pyke, Willow Grylls and Richard Nelson in 2013 to produce television drama for all markets.
In its first years of operation New Pictures produced two seasons of the critically acclaimed The Missing for BBC One and Starz, and two seasons of Indian Summers for Channel 4 and WGBH.
New Pictures productions have included crime thriller series Rellik for BBC One and Cinemax, supernatural drama Requiem for BBC One and Netflix, and The Innocents; a shape-shifting love story for Netflix Originals. New Pictures recently completed Catherine the Great - a sweeping historical epic starring Helen Mirren for Sky and HBO airing October 3rd in the UK and October 21st in the US. They have also completed Cobra (6x60) for Sky starring Robert Carlyle and Victoria Hamilton airing next year.
Between them, the executive team have produced or commissioned over a thousand hours of award winning drama for every major UK broadcaster and for HBO, Cinemax, WGBH, CBS, MTV and Showtime in the USA.
Ray Stevenson, Sai Bennett, Andrew Buchan and Peter Egan join a returning class which includes Laura Carmichael, Georgie Henley and Stephanie Levi-John.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ HOLDS COURT WITH NEW AND RETURNING CAST FOR "THE SPANISH PRINCESS"
Laura Carmichael, Georgie Henley and Stephanie Levi-John Return Alongside New Cast Members Ray Stevenson, Sai Bennett, Andrew Buchan and Peter Egan
Emma Frost and Matthew Graham Continue as Showrunners, with Chanya Button Leading Female Director Line-up
Santa Monica, Calif. - September 26, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), today announced the start of production on the eight-episode conclusion of "The Spanish Princess," with returning leads Charlotte Hope ("The English Game," "Game of Thrones") and Ruairi O'Connor ("Delicious," Teen Spirit) reprising their roles as the ruling couple Catherine of Aragon and Henry VIII. Other key cast also returning are Stephanie Levi-John (Diversion, Striking Out) as Catherine's trusted confidante Lina de Cardonnes, Georgie Henley (The Chronicles of Narnia Trilogy) as Henry's younger sister and Queen of Scotland Margaret ("Meg") Tudor and Laura Carmichael ("Downton Abbey," A United Kingdom) as Margaret ("Maggie") Pole.
New cast members joining the limited series include Ray Stevenson ("Rome," The Thor Franchise) as Meg's boorish husband, King James IV of Scotland and Sai Bennett ("Mr. Selfridge," "Close to the Enemy") as Henry and Meg's sister Princess Mary, now of age to forge a political alliance for the Tudors through her own marriage. Andrew Buchan ("Broadchurch," "The Honourable Woman") joins as the upwardly mobile Sir Thomas More and Peter Egan ("Downton Abbey," "The Unforgotten") is set to play Tudor stalwart General Howard.
Emma Frost (STARZ Originals "The White Queen" and "The White Princess;" "The Man in High Castle") and Matthew Graham ("Life on Mars," "Electric Dreams," "Dr. Who") will continue their role as showrunners and Executive Producers. These concluding episodes will feature a three female director lineup, beginning with Chanya Button ("World on Fire," Vita & Virginia) in the first block, followed by Lisa Clarke ("The Spanish Princess," "Sanditon") and Rebecca Gatward ("Dublin Murders," "Traces").
"The Spanish Princess" is the third installment following the Golden Globe(R) and Emmy(R) award-nominated STARZ Original Miniseries "The White Queen" and the critically acclaimed STARZ Original Limited Series "The White Princess." Produced by All3 Media's New Pictures and Playground, the Limited Series is drawn from the global best-selling novels, The Constant Princess and The King's Curse, written by Philippa Gregory.
"The Spanish Princess" continues the story of Queen Catherine and Henry VIII. Presiding over the most glamorous court in Europe and beloved by their people, together they create an England that is proud, confident and strong enough to withstand threat from abroad. Catherine's struggle to produce an heir places her marriage and position in the court at risk, and she is haunted by her choices from the past. Despite proving herself a politician, a diplomat, a national inspiration and even a military commander, Catherine must battle to save her love with the King, and to preserve the peace and prosperity of their reign. Shooting takes place on location and in The Bottle Yard Studios, Bristol, UK.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
About Playground
Playground is a New York and London based television, film and theatre production company founded in 2012 by award-winning producer Colin Callender. It is committed to producing smart, entertaining drama for the screen and the stage bringing together the finest US and UK talent from the worlds of theatre, film, and television.
Playground has produced over 75 hours of primetime television drama garnering 16 Emmy nominations, 27 BAFTA nominations, and 12 Golden Globe nominations, including winning a Golden Globe for Best Miniseries.
Recent productions include Wolf Hall, the BAFTA, Golden Globe and Peabody Award winning miniseries starring Mark Rylance, Damian Lewis and Claire Foy for the BBC and Masterpiece, and The Dresser, the RTS winning television adaptation of Ronald Harwood's acclaimed play starring Ian McKellen and Anthony Hopkins and directed by Richard Eyre for the BBC and Starz, The White Princess, a limited series for Starz drawn from the bestselling book by Philippa Gregory, Howards End, Academy Award-winner Kenneth Lonergan's adaptation of E.M. Forster's classic novel starring Hayley Atwell, Matthew Macfadyen and Tracey Ullman directed by Hettie Macdonald for the BBC and Starz, Little Women adapted by Heidi Thomas and starring Emily Watson, Michael Gambon and Angela Lansbury for the BBC and Masterpiece, and King Lear starring Anthony Hopkins and Emma Thompson and directed by Richard Eyre for the BBC and Amazon.
Playground's previous theatre productions on Broadway include: Nora Ephron's Tony-nominated Lucky Guy directed by George C. Wolfe starring Tom Hanks in his Broadway debut, Harvey Fierstein's Tony-nominated Casa Valentina directed by Joe Mantello, the Tony award-winning revival of musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Jez Butterworth's The River directed by Ian Rickson starring Hugh Jackman, and Kenneth Branagh and Rob Ashford's critically acclaimed groundbreaking production of Macbeth at The Park Avenue Armory in New York, and, in the West End, John Tiffany's The Glass Menagerie and Casey Nicholaw's Dreamgirls.
Playground, in partnership with Sonia Friedman Productions, is currently producing Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in the West End where it won a record-breaking 9 Olivier Awards, on Broadway where it won 6 Tony Awards, including Best Play, and in Melbourne. Other current theatre productions include the Tony Award-winning best musical Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway.
About New Pictures
New Pictures was established by Charlie Pattinson, Elaine Pyke, Willow Grylls and Richard Nelson in 2013 to produce television drama for all markets.
In its first years of operation New Pictures produced two seasons of the critically acclaimed The Missing for BBC One and Starz, and two seasons of Indian Summers for Channel 4 and WGBH.
New Pictures productions have included crime thriller series Rellik for BBC One and Cinemax, supernatural drama Requiem for BBC One and Netflix, and The Innocents; a shape-shifting love story for Netflix Originals. New Pictures recently completed Catherine the Great - a sweeping historical epic starring Helen Mirren for Sky and HBO airing October 3rd in the UK and October 21st in the US. They have also completed Cobra (6x60) for Sky starring Robert Carlyle and Victoria Hamilton airing next year.
Between them, the executive team have produced or commissioned over a thousand hours of award winning drama for every major UK broadcaster and for HBO, Cinemax, WGBH, CBS, MTV and Showtime in the USA.
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Video: Starz Announces Premiere Date for Original Series "Dublin Murders" on November 10th with Official Trailer and Key Art
Video: Starz Announces Premiere Date for Original Series "Dublin Murders" on November 10th with Official Trailer and Key Art
Set during the height of the Celtic Tiger financial boom of the millennium, "Dublin Murders" focuses on two murder investigations led by ambitious and charismatic detectives.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ ANNOUNCES PREMIERE DATE FOR ORIGINAL SERIES "DUBLIN MURDERS" ON NOVEMBER 10th WITH OFFICIAL TRAILER AND KEY ART
Psychological Thriller "Dublin Murders" to Debut Sunday, November 10, 2019 on STARZ and STARZPLAY
image: http://thefutoncritic.com/images/shows/starz20190910.jpg
Santa Monica, Calif., September 10, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), announced today that the STARZ Original series "Dublin Murders" will premiere on Sunday, November 10, 2019, at 8 PM ET/PT on STARZ. In addition, the network unveiled the official trailer as well as the original key art.
Adapted from Tana French's Dublin Murder Squad series of novels, "Dublin Murders" is a psychological thriller created by Sarah Phelps, who executive produced the series alongside Euston Films' Kate Harwood and Noemi Spanos, as well as Element Pictures' Ed Guiney, Veritas Entertainment's Alan Gasmer and Peter Jaysen, and Saul Dibb, who also serves as lead director. "Dublin Murders" makes its world premiere as part of the Content Canada festival in Toronto, Ontario, today.
"Dublin Murders" will debut the first of its eight episodes on STARZ on Sunday, November 10, 2019, at 8 PM ET/PT, followed by successive episodes each week. Simultaneously, the series will debut on the STARZ app, STARZ On Demand and STARZPLAY across Europe and Latin America.
Set during the height of the Celtic Tiger financial boom of the millennium, "Dublin Murders" focuses on two murder investigations led by ambitious and charismatic detectives Rob Reilly (Killian Scott of The Commuter, "Ripper Street") and Cassie Maddox (Sarah Greene of "Penny Dreadful," "Ransom"). The victims are seemingly unrelated, but as audiences will discover, they are knitted together by powerful shared themes - the macabre "red in tooth and claw" elements of both stories and their heart-thumping psychological thriller qualities. Additional cast members include Conleth Hill ("Game of Thrones") and Tom Vaughan-Lawlor (Avengers: Infinity War, Avengers: Endgame, "Love/Hate").
Follow "Dublin Murders" Online Twitter: @DublinSTARZ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DublinMurdersSTARZ/ Instagram: @dublinmurdersstarz Join the conversation with #DublinMurdersSTARZ
ABOUT STARZ
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
Set during the height of the Celtic Tiger financial boom of the millennium, "Dublin Murders" focuses on two murder investigations led by ambitious and charismatic detectives.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ ANNOUNCES PREMIERE DATE FOR ORIGINAL SERIES "DUBLIN MURDERS" ON NOVEMBER 10th WITH OFFICIAL TRAILER AND KEY ART
Psychological Thriller "Dublin Murders" to Debut Sunday, November 10, 2019 on STARZ and STARZPLAY
image: http://thefutoncritic.com/images/shows/starz20190910.jpg
Santa Monica, Calif., September 10, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), announced today that the STARZ Original series "Dublin Murders" will premiere on Sunday, November 10, 2019, at 8 PM ET/PT on STARZ. In addition, the network unveiled the official trailer as well as the original key art.Adapted from Tana French's Dublin Murder Squad series of novels, "Dublin Murders" is a psychological thriller created by Sarah Phelps, who executive produced the series alongside Euston Films' Kate Harwood and Noemi Spanos, as well as Element Pictures' Ed Guiney, Veritas Entertainment's Alan Gasmer and Peter Jaysen, and Saul Dibb, who also serves as lead director. "Dublin Murders" makes its world premiere as part of the Content Canada festival in Toronto, Ontario, today.
"Dublin Murders" will debut the first of its eight episodes on STARZ on Sunday, November 10, 2019, at 8 PM ET/PT, followed by successive episodes each week. Simultaneously, the series will debut on the STARZ app, STARZ On Demand and STARZPLAY across Europe and Latin America.
Set during the height of the Celtic Tiger financial boom of the millennium, "Dublin Murders" focuses on two murder investigations led by ambitious and charismatic detectives Rob Reilly (Killian Scott of The Commuter, "Ripper Street") and Cassie Maddox (Sarah Greene of "Penny Dreadful," "Ransom"). The victims are seemingly unrelated, but as audiences will discover, they are knitted together by powerful shared themes - the macabre "red in tooth and claw" elements of both stories and their heart-thumping psychological thriller qualities. Additional cast members include Conleth Hill ("Game of Thrones") and Tom Vaughan-Lawlor (Avengers: Infinity War, Avengers: Endgame, "Love/Hate").
Follow "Dublin Murders" Online Twitter: @DublinSTARZ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DublinMurdersSTARZ/ Instagram: @dublinmurdersstarz Join the conversation with #DublinMurdersSTARZ
ABOUT STARZ
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
Friday, August 30, 2019
Starz Announces "Outlander" Season Five Premiere Date and New York Comic Con 2019 Panel
Starz Announces "Outlander" Season Five Premiere Date and New York Comic Con 2019 Panel
Look for the new season Sunday, February 16 on the pay channel.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ ANNOUNCES "OUTLANDER" SEASON FIVE PREMIERE DATE AND NEW YORK COMIC CON 2019 PANEL
"Outlander" Season Five to Premiere Sunday, February 16, 2020 on STARZ
Starz Brings "Outlander" Panel featuring Caitriona Balfe, Sam Heughan, Author Diana Gabaldon, Series Creators and more to New York Comic Con on October 5
Santa Monica, Calif. - August 29, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), in association with Sony Pictures Television, today announced that the fifth season of the Golden Globe(R)-nominated STARZ Original series "Outlander" will premiere on Sunday, February 16, 2020 on STARZ.
Starz also announced the official "Outlander" panel presentation at New York Comic Con 2019 (NYCC) will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at 5:30pm ET in The Hulu Theatre at Madison Square Garden. "Outlander" stars Caitriona Balfe (Claire Fraser) and Sam Heughan (Jamie) are confirmed to attend with Comic Con first-timers Duncan LaCroix (Murtagh), Maria Doyle Kennedy (Jocasta) and David Berry (Lord John Grey). Diana Gabaldon, author of the bestselling Outlander book series, plus Executive Producers Ronald D. Moore and Maril Davis, will attend with Ginger Zee, chief meteorologist on "Good Morning America" (ABC), moderating the panel.
In addition to the "Outlander" panel, the cast will do an autographing session exclusively for NYCC Fans. NYCC will send information on how to sign up for the autographing lottery in the coming weeks via their website, social media pages, and newsletter. You must have a valid Saturday or 4-Day badge to enter. Be on the lookout for details.
About "Outlander" Season Five
Season Five of "Outlander" finds the Frasers fighting for their family and the home they have forged on Fraser's Ridge. Jamie must find a way to defend all that he has created in America, and to protect those who look to him for leadership and protection - while hiding his personal relationship with Murtagh Fitzgibbons, the man whom Governor William Tryon has ordered him to hunt down and kill. With her family together at last, Claire Fraser must use her modern medical knowledge and foresight to prevent them from being ripped apart once again. However, while focusing on protecting others, she risks losing sight of what it means to protect herself. Meanwhile, Brianna Fraser and Roger MacKenzie have been reunited, but the spectre of Stephen Bonnet still haunts them. Roger strives to find his place - as well as Jamie's respect - in this new and dangerous time. The Frasers must come together, navigating the many perils that they foresee - and those they can't.
Season Five of "Outlander" is currently in production in Scotland. The fifth season will play out over 12 episodes and is based on material from Diana Gabaldon's international best-selling Outlander series.
The "Outlander" television series, executive produced by Ronald D. Moore, Maril Davis, Matthew B. Roberts, Toni Graphia, and Andy Harries, is inspired by Gabaldon's Outlander series that has sold an estimated 30 million copies worldwide, with all the books having graced the New York Times best-sellers list. The "Outlander" television series has become a worldwide success with audiences, spanning the genres of history, science fiction, romance and adventure in one amazing tale.
"Outlander" is produced by Tall Ship Productions and Left Bank Pictures in association with Sony Pictures Television.
Starz recently renewed the "Outlander" series through its sixth and forthcoming season.
"Outlander" Online
For more information, go to the official "Outlander" Facebook Page and follow @Outlander_Starz on Twitter and Instagram. Join the conversation with #Outlander and #STARZ. Website: http://www.starz.com/originals/Outlander
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly-rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
About Sony Pictures Television
Sony Pictures Television (SPT) is one of the television industry's leading content providers, producing, distributing and carrying programming worldwide in every genre and for every platform. In addition to managing one of the industry's largest libraries of award-winning feature films, television shows and formats, SPT is home to a thriving global content business, operating 24 wholly-owned or joint-venture production companies in 12 countries, as well as linear and digital channels around the world. Sony Pictures Television is a Sony Pictures Entertainment Company.
Look for the new season Sunday, February 16 on the pay channel.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ ANNOUNCES "OUTLANDER" SEASON FIVE PREMIERE DATE AND NEW YORK COMIC CON 2019 PANEL
"Outlander" Season Five to Premiere Sunday, February 16, 2020 on STARZ
Starz Brings "Outlander" Panel featuring Caitriona Balfe, Sam Heughan, Author Diana Gabaldon, Series Creators and more to New York Comic Con on October 5
Santa Monica, Calif. - August 29, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), in association with Sony Pictures Television, today announced that the fifth season of the Golden Globe(R)-nominated STARZ Original series "Outlander" will premiere on Sunday, February 16, 2020 on STARZ.
Starz also announced the official "Outlander" panel presentation at New York Comic Con 2019 (NYCC) will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at 5:30pm ET in The Hulu Theatre at Madison Square Garden. "Outlander" stars Caitriona Balfe (Claire Fraser) and Sam Heughan (Jamie) are confirmed to attend with Comic Con first-timers Duncan LaCroix (Murtagh), Maria Doyle Kennedy (Jocasta) and David Berry (Lord John Grey). Diana Gabaldon, author of the bestselling Outlander book series, plus Executive Producers Ronald D. Moore and Maril Davis, will attend with Ginger Zee, chief meteorologist on "Good Morning America" (ABC), moderating the panel.
In addition to the "Outlander" panel, the cast will do an autographing session exclusively for NYCC Fans. NYCC will send information on how to sign up for the autographing lottery in the coming weeks via their website, social media pages, and newsletter. You must have a valid Saturday or 4-Day badge to enter. Be on the lookout for details.
About "Outlander" Season Five
Season Five of "Outlander" finds the Frasers fighting for their family and the home they have forged on Fraser's Ridge. Jamie must find a way to defend all that he has created in America, and to protect those who look to him for leadership and protection - while hiding his personal relationship with Murtagh Fitzgibbons, the man whom Governor William Tryon has ordered him to hunt down and kill. With her family together at last, Claire Fraser must use her modern medical knowledge and foresight to prevent them from being ripped apart once again. However, while focusing on protecting others, she risks losing sight of what it means to protect herself. Meanwhile, Brianna Fraser and Roger MacKenzie have been reunited, but the spectre of Stephen Bonnet still haunts them. Roger strives to find his place - as well as Jamie's respect - in this new and dangerous time. The Frasers must come together, navigating the many perils that they foresee - and those they can't.
Season Five of "Outlander" is currently in production in Scotland. The fifth season will play out over 12 episodes and is based on material from Diana Gabaldon's international best-selling Outlander series.
The "Outlander" television series, executive produced by Ronald D. Moore, Maril Davis, Matthew B. Roberts, Toni Graphia, and Andy Harries, is inspired by Gabaldon's Outlander series that has sold an estimated 30 million copies worldwide, with all the books having graced the New York Times best-sellers list. The "Outlander" television series has become a worldwide success with audiences, spanning the genres of history, science fiction, romance and adventure in one amazing tale.
"Outlander" is produced by Tall Ship Productions and Left Bank Pictures in association with Sony Pictures Television.
Starz recently renewed the "Outlander" series through its sixth and forthcoming season.
"Outlander" Online
For more information, go to the official "Outlander" Facebook Page and follow @Outlander_Starz on Twitter and Instagram. Join the conversation with #Outlander and #STARZ. Website: http://www.starz.com/originals/Outlander
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly-rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
About Sony Pictures Television
Sony Pictures Television (SPT) is one of the television industry's leading content providers, producing, distributing and carrying programming worldwide in every genre and for every platform. In addition to managing one of the industry's largest libraries of award-winning feature films, television shows and formats, SPT is home to a thriving global content business, operating 24 wholly-owned or joint-venture production companies in 12 countries, as well as linear and digital channels around the world. Sony Pictures Television is a Sony Pictures Entertainment Company.
Tuesday, August 27, 2019
Starz Ratings
Starz Original Series "Power" Premiere Ranks #1 for the Summer and #2 for Premium Cable Series in 2019 Among Total Viewers
Starz spins the numbers for Sunday, August 25.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ ORIGINAL SERIES "POWER" PREMIERE RANKS #1 FOR THE SUMMER AND #2 FOR PREMIUM CABLE SERIES IN 2019 AMONG TOTAL VIEWERS
THE SEASON SIX PREMIERE DROVE MORE THAN 40% RISE IN VIEWERSHIP ON STARZ OTT OVER LAST SEASON
"Power" was the #1 Most Social Series of the Night, Trending in the U.S. and Worldwide on Twitter
Santa Monica, Calif. - August 27, 2019 - The season six premiere of the STARZ Original series "Power" delivered the largest audience for a scripted premium cable series premiere this summer with 2.3 million total viewers (P2+) on Sunday night. This also ranks as the second largest audience for a scripted premium series debut this year.
The premiere episode of "Power" was watched by 1.47M total viewers at 8 p.m., with subsequent airings making up the balance of viewing.
"Power" also drove over 40% higher viewership on OTT for premiere day compared to season five, with additional platforms still to report. All of this activity made the STARZ App the #1 entertainment app on IOS, ahead of Netflix, Hulu and Amazon, on Sunday, August 25.
On Sunday, "Power" was the #1 most social primetime series across all broadcast, cable, and syndicated networks according to Nielsen Social Ratings and ListenFirst Interest Score. #PowerTV trended organically at #1 in the US on Twitter, while other Power related hashtags trended worldwide throughout the day. The "Power" premiere celebration at Madison Square Garden last week generated over 1.43B potential Twitter impressions, up 40% from season five's premiere event. To date, the Power season 6 trailer has received over 21M views across social and digital platforms, up 130% from season 5.
"Power Confidential," the official "Power" after-show hosted by Terrence J made a solid debut retaining 55% of the "Power" audience. The premiere episode featured series star Lela Loren, whose fate as AUSA Angela Valdes was sealed in the season six premiere, Executive Producer Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson and writer Andre Ferguson.
In 2018, "Power" averaged 10.8 multiplatform viewers per episode and was the #1 rated premium series last summer in A18-49 and African American viewers.
Significant increases are expected with the addition of Live +3, Live +7, VOD and OTT viewing in the coming days.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly-rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
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Starz spins the numbers for Sunday, August 25.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ ORIGINAL SERIES "POWER" PREMIERE RANKS #1 FOR THE SUMMER AND #2 FOR PREMIUM CABLE SERIES IN 2019 AMONG TOTAL VIEWERS
THE SEASON SIX PREMIERE DROVE MORE THAN 40% RISE IN VIEWERSHIP ON STARZ OTT OVER LAST SEASON
"Power" was the #1 Most Social Series of the Night, Trending in the U.S. and Worldwide on Twitter
Santa Monica, Calif. - August 27, 2019 - The season six premiere of the STARZ Original series "Power" delivered the largest audience for a scripted premium cable series premiere this summer with 2.3 million total viewers (P2+) on Sunday night. This also ranks as the second largest audience for a scripted premium series debut this year.
The premiere episode of "Power" was watched by 1.47M total viewers at 8 p.m., with subsequent airings making up the balance of viewing.
"Power" also drove over 40% higher viewership on OTT for premiere day compared to season five, with additional platforms still to report. All of this activity made the STARZ App the #1 entertainment app on IOS, ahead of Netflix, Hulu and Amazon, on Sunday, August 25.
On Sunday, "Power" was the #1 most social primetime series across all broadcast, cable, and syndicated networks according to Nielsen Social Ratings and ListenFirst Interest Score. #PowerTV trended organically at #1 in the US on Twitter, while other Power related hashtags trended worldwide throughout the day. The "Power" premiere celebration at Madison Square Garden last week generated over 1.43B potential Twitter impressions, up 40% from season five's premiere event. To date, the Power season 6 trailer has received over 21M views across social and digital platforms, up 130% from season 5.
"Power Confidential," the official "Power" after-show hosted by Terrence J made a solid debut retaining 55% of the "Power" audience. The premiere episode featured series star Lela Loren, whose fate as AUSA Angela Valdes was sealed in the season six premiere, Executive Producer Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson and writer Andre Ferguson.
In 2018, "Power" averaged 10.8 multiplatform viewers per episode and was the #1 rated premium series last summer in A18-49 and African American viewers.
Significant increases are expected with the addition of Live +3, Live +7, VOD and OTT viewing in the coming days.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly-rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
All sources subject to further qualifications available upon request.
"Power" Season Finale Powers Starz to #1 for the Night Among Premium Networks
Starz spins the numbers for Sunday, September 9.
[via press release from Starz] "POWER" SEASON FINALE POWERS STARZ TO #1 FOR THE NIGHT AMONG PREMIUM NETWORKS
App Audience Grows 42% over Season Four to Record Viewing
Santa Monica, Calif. - September 11, 2018 - The Sunday night finale of the fifth installment of the STARZ Original series "Power" finished off another successful season ranking #1 for the night in premium (1.5M P+2, L+SD), setting new highs for the season in households (1.16M) and up 5% across platforms from its season premiere.
Throughout the fifth season, the "Power" viewing audience on the STARZ app grew by 42% and app customers streamed 55% more episodes than in the same period versus season four. Additionally, "Power" continues to be a strong acquisition driver across platforms with the STARZ app adding 21% more customers during the season compared to season four.
"Power" is the #1 premium cable series this summer among P18-49 and P25-54*, and among African American households, it is the #1 premium cable series this year in Households, P2+, P18-49 and P25-54, more than doubling the audience of the #2 watched series.*
Significant increases are expected as L+3, L+7 and additional platform viewing data is made available in the coming days.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that provides premium subscription video programming on domestic U.S. pay television networks and produces and distributes content for worldwide audiences, including its investment in the STARZ PLAY Arabia OTT service. Starz is home to the flagship STARZ(R) brand and STARZ ENCORE channels and provides high-quality, entertaining premium subscription video programming with 17 premium pay TV channels and associated on-demand and online services, including the STARZ app. Sold through U.S. multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 5,000 distinct premium television episodes and feature films every year and up to 1,500 every month, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular movie and television programming.
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*Nielsen Npower. L+SD. US Rating. 5/24/18-9/9/18, excludes repeats
**Nielsen Npower. L+SD. US Rating. 1/1/18-9/9/18, excludes repeats
Starz Original Series "Power" Season Five Premiere More Than Doubles Acquisition and Viewership on the Starz App Over Season 4
Starz further spins the numbers for Sunday, July 1.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ ORIGINAL SERIES "POWER" DOUBLES DOWN ON THE STARZ APP
THE SEASON FIVE PREMIERE MORE THAN DOUBLES ACQUISITION AND VIEWERSHIP ON THE STARZ APP OVER SEASON 4
Power's Premiere Episode Grows 40% in VOD Viewing and 9% in Total Average Audience Season over Season
Santa Monica, Calif. - July 9, 2018 - The STARZ Original series "Power" continues to expand its empire, growing its audience across platforms, more than doubling the record-breaking acquisition and viewership performance from Season 4 on the STARZ App and driving a 40% increase in On Demand viewing on premiere night. Additionally, the series continued to grow in total average audience, climbing 9% season over season.
Fueled by the return of "Power," the STARZ App saw 110% more new and returning customers signing up over premiere weekend compared to previous period last year and 115% more streams of the "Power" season premiere episode v. season four on premiere day. All of this activity made the STARZ App the #1 entertainment app on IOS, ahead of Netflix, on Sunday, July 1. Strong performance on the App continued from Monday to Thursday following the premiere as well, with 84% higher customer adds than the same period last year, resulting in more than 2.8 million streams of the episode.
The premiere episode of "Power" saw a 41% lift in Live +3, bringing it from a 4.31 in HH Live+SD coverage rating to a 6.06, and delivering total average audience of 2.1M viewers.
"Power" also ranked as the highest rated cable program for the night, #1 in P2+ Coverage Rating (Live+3) and #1 most social primetime series episode across all broadcast, cable, and syndicated networks according to Nielsen social on its premiere night.
In 2017, "Power" averaged 9.3 multiplatform viewers per episode and was the #3 ranked premium series in L+7 HH coverage rating behind only "Game of Thrones" and "Shameless."
Significant increases are expected as additional platform viewing data is made available in the coming days.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com) a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that provides premium subscription video programming on domestic U.S. pay television networks and produces and distributes content for worldwide audiences, including its investment in the STARZ PLAY Arabia OTT service. Starz is home to the flagship STARZ(R) brand and STARZ ENCORE channels and provides high-quality, entertaining premium subscription video programming with 17 premium pay TV channels and associated on-demand and online services, including the STARZ app. Sold through U.S. multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 5,000 distinct premium television episodes and feature films every year and up to 1,500 every month, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular movie and television programming.
Starz Original Drama Series "Outlander" Returned to Starz on Sunday Night to Record Viewership
Starz spins the numbers for Sunday, September 10.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ ORIGINAL DRAMA SERIES "OUTLANDER" RETURNED TO STARZ ON SUNDAY NIGHT TO RECORD VIEWERSHIP
Second Most Watched Scripted Series Episode on All Premium Pay TV With Women 35+
Starz has 2nd and 3rd Most Watched Premium Pay TV Scripted Drama Premieres for all of 2017 with "Outlander" and "Power"
Beverly Hills, Calif. - September 14, 2017 - The groundbreaking STARZ Original series, "Outlander," returned this past Sunday to series record high viewership of nearly 1.5 million (1.49M) Live+SD viewers for the 8PM premiere and 2.1 million (2.09M) Live+SD viewers on Sunday night in total over the three STARZ airings.1
"Outlander" saw strong gains in overall viewership in its third season, despite facing heavy TV competition on Sunday night, as well as the impact of millions of households tragically affected by the recent hurricanes.
The "Outlander" season three premiere episode performance of 1.49M viewers is the most at Starz for a season premiere after "Power" season 3 (2.26M) and "Power" season 4 (1.68M).
Based on historical "Outlander" viewing from the recently hurricane-affected markets, "Outlander" season three viewership could likely have been roughly equivalent to that for the season premiere of "Power" season four."
The "Outlander" season three total Sunday night premiere episode viewership performance of 2.09M is the most ever for "Outlander," besting the series' landmark "The Wedding" episode (2.04M)2
"Outlander's season three premiere was the 3rd largest in 2017 for scripted dramas in premium pay TV (following "Game of Thrones," "Power")
Additional premiere episode series-high viewership records achieved were with women: W18+ (948K) and W35+ (899K), and adults ages 50 and over: P50+ (1.05M). These series-high benchmarks represent gains versus the second season premiere of "Outlander" of 8% for W18+ (878K), 13% for W35+ (799K), and P50+ 15% (911K).
The viewership performance with women 35+ and adults 50+ puts this episode of "Outlander" as the most watched scripted series in all premium pay TV in 2017, behind only "Game of Thrones," and are all-time highs at Starz.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that provides premium subscription video programming on domestic U.S. pay television networks and produces and distributes content for worldwide audiences, including its investment in the STARZ PLAY Arabia OTT service. Starz is home to the flagship STARZ(R) brand and STARZ ENCORE channels and provides high-quality, entertaining premium subscription video programming with 17 premium pay TV channels and associated on-demand and online services, including the STARZ app. Sold through U.S. multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 5,000 distinct premium television episodes and feature films every year and up to 1,500 every month, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular movie and television programming.
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(1) Nielsen NPower Live +SD P2+, W18+, W35+, P50+ Projections
(2) Source: Nielsen NPower Live +SD P2+ GAA Projections by Premiere Night
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
Starz Picks Up "Shining Vale" Horror Comedy Pilot
Starz Picks Up "Shining Vale" Horror Comedy Pilot
The half-hour comedy is written and executive produced by Jeff Astrof and Sharon Horgan.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ PICKS UP "SHINING VALE" HORROR COMEDY PILOT
Half-hour Pilot Produced by Other Shoe Productions, Merman and Kapital Entertainment in association with Warner Bros. Television and Lionsgate Television
Santa Monica, Calif. - August 21, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), today announced the pilot pick-up of the horror comedy "Shining Vale" from Other Shoe Productions, Merman and Kapital Entertainment in association with Warner Bros. Television and Lionsgate Television.
The half-hour comedy is written and executive produced by Jeff Astrof ("Trial & Error," "Ground Floor") from Other Shoe Productions and Sharon Horgan ("Divorce," "Catastrophe") from Merman. Clelia Mountford ("This Way Up," "Women on the Verge") from Merman will also executive produce alongside Aaron Kaplan ("Life in Pieces," "The Chi") and Dana Honor ("A Million Little Things," "The Neighborhood") for Kapital Entertainment.
"Shining Vale" is a horror comedy about a dysfunctional family that moves from the city to a small town into a house in which terrible atrocities have taken place. But no one seems to notice except for Pat, the mom, who's convinced she's either depressed or possessed - turns out, the symptoms are exactly the same. Everyone has their demons - but are Pat's real? Or is this the portrait of a typical family torn apart by mental illness. Done in a funny, scary way.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly-rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
The half-hour comedy is written and executive produced by Jeff Astrof and Sharon Horgan.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ PICKS UP "SHINING VALE" HORROR COMEDY PILOT
Half-hour Pilot Produced by Other Shoe Productions, Merman and Kapital Entertainment in association with Warner Bros. Television and Lionsgate Television
Santa Monica, Calif. - August 21, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), today announced the pilot pick-up of the horror comedy "Shining Vale" from Other Shoe Productions, Merman and Kapital Entertainment in association with Warner Bros. Television and Lionsgate Television.
The half-hour comedy is written and executive produced by Jeff Astrof ("Trial & Error," "Ground Floor") from Other Shoe Productions and Sharon Horgan ("Divorce," "Catastrophe") from Merman. Clelia Mountford ("This Way Up," "Women on the Verge") from Merman will also executive produce alongside Aaron Kaplan ("Life in Pieces," "The Chi") and Dana Honor ("A Million Little Things," "The Neighborhood") for Kapital Entertainment.
"Shining Vale" is a horror comedy about a dysfunctional family that moves from the city to a small town into a house in which terrible atrocities have taken place. But no one seems to notice except for Pat, the mom, who's convinced she's either depressed or possessed - turns out, the symptoms are exactly the same. Everyone has their demons - but are Pat's real? Or is this the portrait of a typical family torn apart by mental illness. Done in a funny, scary way.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly-rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
Saturday, July 27, 2019
Starz Announces Oscar(R) Nominee and Grammy Winner(R) Mary J. Blige to Star in "Power" Sequel Series "Power Book II: Ghost"
Starz Announces Oscar(R) Nominee and Grammy Winner(R) Mary J. Blige to Star in "Power" Sequel Series "Power Book II: Ghost"
The network will also air "Power Confidential," the exclusive companion piece to the ultimate season of the hit series.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ ANNOUNCES OSCAR(R) NOMINEE AND GRAMMY WINNER(R) MARY J. BLIGE TO STAR IN "POWER" SEQUEL SERIES "POWER BOOK II: GHOST"
STARZ ANNOUNCES "POWER" SEASON SIX TO AIR IN TWO PARTS
STARZ SETS EXCLUSIVE "POWER" AFTER SHOW "POWER CONFIDENTIAL"
Beverly Hills, Calif. - July 26, 2019 - Today at the Television Critics Association (TCA) Summer 2019 Press Tour, Carmi Zlotnik, President of Programming for Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), along with "Power" executive producers Courtney A. Kemp and Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, announced Grammy(R) winner and Oscar(R) nominated megastar Mary J. Blige (Mudbound, "The Umbrella Academy") is joining the cast of the first "Power" sequel, "Power Book II: Ghost."
"We have alluded previously to various spin-offs, prequels and other expansions of the 'Power' Universe," Kemp and Jackson said during the network's "Power" panel. "Today we are pleased to announce that we are in pre-production on the first of what we know will be a collection of series inspired by the dynamic world of 'Power.' 'Power Book II: Ghost' will continue the journey of some of 'Power's' most controversial characters. Joining the cast of the new series and the 'Power' family, please welcome world-renowned recording artist and Oscar nominee Mary J. Blige."
Also announced during the TCA session, "Power" season six will be broadcast in two parts. The 10-episode Part I will debut as previously announced on Sunday, August 25th. Part II, which will consist of the final five episodes, will debut in January.
STARZ will also air "Power Confidential," the exclusive companion piece to the ultimate season of STARZ #1 hit series "Power." The after-show will air immediately following the premiere of each new episode of "Power." "Power Confidential" will highlight the most memorable and jaw-dropping moments from that week's episode, provide exclusive behind-the-scenes insights and give viewers a taste of what's to come. The cast and creators of "Power" will be joined by celebrity fans and surprise guests.
Blige signed an exclusive first-look television deal with global content leader Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) in June 2019 to develop and produce television series under her newly-launched Blue Butterfly productions. The multifaceted singer-songwriter-actress will also have the opportunity to create content across Lionsgate's array of business platforms.
Mary J. Blige is represented by APA, The Lede Company and Grubman Shire & Meiselas.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly-rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
The network will also air "Power Confidential," the exclusive companion piece to the ultimate season of the hit series.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ ANNOUNCES OSCAR(R) NOMINEE AND GRAMMY WINNER(R) MARY J. BLIGE TO STAR IN "POWER" SEQUEL SERIES "POWER BOOK II: GHOST"
STARZ ANNOUNCES "POWER" SEASON SIX TO AIR IN TWO PARTS
STARZ SETS EXCLUSIVE "POWER" AFTER SHOW "POWER CONFIDENTIAL"
Beverly Hills, Calif. - July 26, 2019 - Today at the Television Critics Association (TCA) Summer 2019 Press Tour, Carmi Zlotnik, President of Programming for Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), along with "Power" executive producers Courtney A. Kemp and Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, announced Grammy(R) winner and Oscar(R) nominated megastar Mary J. Blige (Mudbound, "The Umbrella Academy") is joining the cast of the first "Power" sequel, "Power Book II: Ghost."
"We have alluded previously to various spin-offs, prequels and other expansions of the 'Power' Universe," Kemp and Jackson said during the network's "Power" panel. "Today we are pleased to announce that we are in pre-production on the first of what we know will be a collection of series inspired by the dynamic world of 'Power.' 'Power Book II: Ghost' will continue the journey of some of 'Power's' most controversial characters. Joining the cast of the new series and the 'Power' family, please welcome world-renowned recording artist and Oscar nominee Mary J. Blige."
Also announced during the TCA session, "Power" season six will be broadcast in two parts. The 10-episode Part I will debut as previously announced on Sunday, August 25th. Part II, which will consist of the final five episodes, will debut in January.
STARZ will also air "Power Confidential," the exclusive companion piece to the ultimate season of STARZ #1 hit series "Power." The after-show will air immediately following the premiere of each new episode of "Power." "Power Confidential" will highlight the most memorable and jaw-dropping moments from that week's episode, provide exclusive behind-the-scenes insights and give viewers a taste of what's to come. The cast and creators of "Power" will be joined by celebrity fans and surprise guests.
Blige signed an exclusive first-look television deal with global content leader Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) in June 2019 to develop and produce television series under her newly-launched Blue Butterfly productions. The multifaceted singer-songwriter-actress will also have the opportunity to create content across Lionsgate's array of business platforms.
Mary J. Blige is represented by APA, The Lede Company and Grubman Shire & Meiselas.
About Starz
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Starz Swipes Right on Third Season of Limited Series "The Girlfriend Experience," Announces Provocative New Original Series "Dangerous Liaisons" and New Unscripted Series "Leavenworth"
Starz Swipes Right on Third Season of Limited Series "The Girlfriend Experience," Announces Provocative New Original Series "Dangerous Liaisons" and New Unscripted Series "Leavenworth"
The third season is set amidst the London tech scene where a young female neuroscientist begins to explore the transactional world of "The Girlfriend Experience."
[via press release from Starz] STARZ SWIPES RIGHT ON THIRD SEASON OF LIMITED SERIES "THE GIRLFRIEND EXPERIENCE," ANNOUNCES PROVOCATIVE NEW ORIGINAL SERIES "DANGEROUS LIAISONS" AND NEW UNSCRIPTED SERIES "LEAVENWORTH"
Steven Soderbergh and Philip Fleishman to Executive Produce "The Girlfriend Experience" Third Season
"Dangerous Liaisons" Produced by Playground and Flame Ventures in Association with Lionsgate Television
Military Justice Docu-Series "Leavenworth" Executive Produced by Steven Soderbergh
Beverly Hills, Calif. - July 26, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), announced today at the Television Critics Association (TCA) Summer 2019 Press Tour three new STARZ Original series including a third installment of Steven Soderbergh's critically-acclaimed limited series "The Girlfriend Experience," the new original drama series "Dangerous Liaisons," produced by Playground and Flame Ventures in association with Lionsgate Television and the true-crime docu-series "Leavenworth" from Executive Producer Steven Soderbergh.
Jeffrey Hirsch, STARZ Chief Operating Officer, who made the announcements during his executive session also confirmed that "Leavenworth" will premiere on STARZ on October 20, 2019.
Please see below for more information on each new series.
"The Girlfriend Experience"
"The Girlfriend Experience" third season is set amidst the London tech scene where a young female neuroscientist begins to explore the transactional world of The Girlfriend Experience, only to find herself deep inside the Uncanny Valley with the relationships she creates.
Soderbergh (Ocean's Eleven, Magic Mike, "The Knick") and Fleishman return as executive producers with Jeff Cuban serving as executive producer. Written and directed by Anja Marquardt (She's Lost Control) who also serves as co-executive producer, the 10-episode scripted anthology series is a Transactional Pictures of NY LP Production in Association with Populist Pictures and Magnolia Pictures.
The STARZ Limited series "The Girlfriend Experience" was a reimagining of Steven Soderbergh's 2009 critically acclaimed movie of the same name. Season one of "The Girlfriend Experience" followed Christine Reade (Riley Keough), a second-year law student. Working hard to establish herself as an intern at a prestigious law firm, her focus quickly shifts when a classmate introduces her to the world of transactional relationships. The second season of the anthology series followed two parallel stories each focusing on entirely new characters, relationships, plotlines and locations while exploring the price of intimacy and its emotional consequences. Starring Anna Friel, Louisa Krause and Carmen Ejogo, the storylines for season two were juxtaposed between Washington, D.C. and New Mexico.
Vice President of Original Programming Samantha Offsay is the Starz executive in charge of the third season of "The Girlfriend Experience."
"Dangerous Liaisons"
Inspired by the novel of the same name, the STARZ Original series "Dangerous Liaisons" tells the origin story of the early years of the iconic characters Merteuil and Valmont when they meet as passionate young lovers in the slums of 18th century Paris.
Written and reimagined by Harriet Warner ("Tell Me Your Secrets", "Call the Midwife"), who also serves as executive producer and showrunner, this is "Dangerous Liaisons" for a 21st century audience told from the perspective of Merteuil, informed by her line from the novel: "Born to avenge my sex and conquer yours, I have succeeded in inventing strategies for doing so that before me had never been conceived." Thrilling, sexy and provocative, this story of seduction and betrayal follows the dangerous liaisons of the rich and powerful in the court of Louis VXI, as they wreak havoc on society, and each other along the way.
The series is executive produced by Playground's Colin Callender ("Wolf Hall," "Howards End"), Tony Krantz ("24," "Blood & Oil"), Bethan Jones ("Les Misérables," "Sherlock") Scott Huff (STARZ Original series "The Spanish Princess," "The Missing"), and Christopher Hampton (Dangerous Liaisons, Atonement). Coline Abert ("Les Revenants"), James Dormer ("Medici") and Rita Kalnejais (Babyteeth) will also write for the series.
"Dangerous Liaisons" will be available on STARZ in the U.S. and Canada, as well as on the STARZPLAY international streaming service via the Apple TV app in Europe and Latin America. The eight episode season will also be available locally on STARZPLAY in the UK via Prime Video Channels and Virgin Media; Germany and France via Prime Video Channels; and in Spain via Vodafone and Orange TV.
Senior Vice Presidents of Original Programming Kathryn Tyus-Adair and Karen Bailey are the Starz executives in charge of production.
"Leavenworth"
The STARZ Original docu-series "Leavenworth" from executive producers Paul Pawlowski, David Check, and Academy Award(R)-winning filmmaker Steven Soderbergh (Ocean's Eleven, Magic Mike, "The Knick"), centers on a controversial true-crime story playing out in the military justice system. Clint Lorance is serving a 19-year sentence for murder at The United States Penitentiary, Leavenworth. While deployed in Afghanistan in July 2012, the former lieutenant ordered fire on three local men riding a motorcycle, killing two of them and outraging his platoon. In a first-hand account of a soldier navigating the US Army's legal system, Lorance seeks to overturn his conviction, provoking emotional debate between supporters and detractors that rises to the national stage. As determinations on Lorance's fate unfold, questions probe not only the merits of his conviction, but analyze the system at large and ultimately test the balance of guilt and innocence in the inscrutable circumstances of today's wars.
Senior Vice President, Head of Unscripted Programming, Alice Dickens-Koblin and Senior Vice President, Original Programming Susan Lewis are the Starz executives in charge of production.
About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly-rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
The first major new studio in decades, Lionsgate is a global content leader whose films television series, digital products and linear and over-the-top platforms reach next generation audiences around the world. In addition to its filmed entertainment leadership, Lionsgate content drives a growing presence in interactive and location-based entertainment, video games, esports and other new entertainment technologies. Lionsgate's content initiatives are backed by a nearly 17,000-title film and television library and delivered through a global sales and distribution infrastructure. The Lionsgate brand is synonymous with original, daring and ground-breaking content created with special emphasis on the evolving patterns and diverse composition of the Company's worldwide consumer base.
The third season is set amidst the London tech scene where a young female neuroscientist begins to explore the transactional world of "The Girlfriend Experience."
[via press release from Starz] STARZ SWIPES RIGHT ON THIRD SEASON OF LIMITED SERIES "THE GIRLFRIEND EXPERIENCE," ANNOUNCES PROVOCATIVE NEW ORIGINAL SERIES "DANGEROUS LIAISONS" AND NEW UNSCRIPTED SERIES "LEAVENWORTH"
Steven Soderbergh and Philip Fleishman to Executive Produce "The Girlfriend Experience" Third Season
"Dangerous Liaisons" Produced by Playground and Flame Ventures in Association with Lionsgate Television
Military Justice Docu-Series "Leavenworth" Executive Produced by Steven Soderbergh
Beverly Hills, Calif. - July 26, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), announced today at the Television Critics Association (TCA) Summer 2019 Press Tour three new STARZ Original series including a third installment of Steven Soderbergh's critically-acclaimed limited series "The Girlfriend Experience," the new original drama series "Dangerous Liaisons," produced by Playground and Flame Ventures in association with Lionsgate Television and the true-crime docu-series "Leavenworth" from Executive Producer Steven Soderbergh.
Jeffrey Hirsch, STARZ Chief Operating Officer, who made the announcements during his executive session also confirmed that "Leavenworth" will premiere on STARZ on October 20, 2019.
Please see below for more information on each new series.
"The Girlfriend Experience"
"The Girlfriend Experience" third season is set amidst the London tech scene where a young female neuroscientist begins to explore the transactional world of The Girlfriend Experience, only to find herself deep inside the Uncanny Valley with the relationships she creates.
Soderbergh (Ocean's Eleven, Magic Mike, "The Knick") and Fleishman return as executive producers with Jeff Cuban serving as executive producer. Written and directed by Anja Marquardt (She's Lost Control) who also serves as co-executive producer, the 10-episode scripted anthology series is a Transactional Pictures of NY LP Production in Association with Populist Pictures and Magnolia Pictures.
The STARZ Limited series "The Girlfriend Experience" was a reimagining of Steven Soderbergh's 2009 critically acclaimed movie of the same name. Season one of "The Girlfriend Experience" followed Christine Reade (Riley Keough), a second-year law student. Working hard to establish herself as an intern at a prestigious law firm, her focus quickly shifts when a classmate introduces her to the world of transactional relationships. The second season of the anthology series followed two parallel stories each focusing on entirely new characters, relationships, plotlines and locations while exploring the price of intimacy and its emotional consequences. Starring Anna Friel, Louisa Krause and Carmen Ejogo, the storylines for season two were juxtaposed between Washington, D.C. and New Mexico.
Vice President of Original Programming Samantha Offsay is the Starz executive in charge of the third season of "The Girlfriend Experience."
"Dangerous Liaisons"
Inspired by the novel of the same name, the STARZ Original series "Dangerous Liaisons" tells the origin story of the early years of the iconic characters Merteuil and Valmont when they meet as passionate young lovers in the slums of 18th century Paris.
Written and reimagined by Harriet Warner ("Tell Me Your Secrets", "Call the Midwife"), who also serves as executive producer and showrunner, this is "Dangerous Liaisons" for a 21st century audience told from the perspective of Merteuil, informed by her line from the novel: "Born to avenge my sex and conquer yours, I have succeeded in inventing strategies for doing so that before me had never been conceived." Thrilling, sexy and provocative, this story of seduction and betrayal follows the dangerous liaisons of the rich and powerful in the court of Louis VXI, as they wreak havoc on society, and each other along the way.
The series is executive produced by Playground's Colin Callender ("Wolf Hall," "Howards End"), Tony Krantz ("24," "Blood & Oil"), Bethan Jones ("Les Misérables," "Sherlock") Scott Huff (STARZ Original series "The Spanish Princess," "The Missing"), and Christopher Hampton (Dangerous Liaisons, Atonement). Coline Abert ("Les Revenants"), James Dormer ("Medici") and Rita Kalnejais (Babyteeth) will also write for the series.
"Dangerous Liaisons" will be available on STARZ in the U.S. and Canada, as well as on the STARZPLAY international streaming service via the Apple TV app in Europe and Latin America. The eight episode season will also be available locally on STARZPLAY in the UK via Prime Video Channels and Virgin Media; Germany and France via Prime Video Channels; and in Spain via Vodafone and Orange TV.
Senior Vice Presidents of Original Programming Kathryn Tyus-Adair and Karen Bailey are the Starz executives in charge of production.
"Leavenworth"
The STARZ Original docu-series "Leavenworth" from executive producers Paul Pawlowski, David Check, and Academy Award(R)-winning filmmaker Steven Soderbergh (Ocean's Eleven, Magic Mike, "The Knick"), centers on a controversial true-crime story playing out in the military justice system. Clint Lorance is serving a 19-year sentence for murder at The United States Penitentiary, Leavenworth. While deployed in Afghanistan in July 2012, the former lieutenant ordered fire on three local men riding a motorcycle, killing two of them and outraging his platoon. In a first-hand account of a soldier navigating the US Army's legal system, Lorance seeks to overturn his conviction, provoking emotional debate between supporters and detractors that rises to the national stage. As determinations on Lorance's fate unfold, questions probe not only the merits of his conviction, but analyze the system at large and ultimately test the balance of guilt and innocence in the inscrutable circumstances of today's wars.
Senior Vice President, Head of Unscripted Programming, Alice Dickens-Koblin and Senior Vice President, Original Programming Susan Lewis are the Starz executives in charge of production.
About Starz
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The first major new studio in decades, Lionsgate is a global content leader whose films television series, digital products and linear and over-the-top platforms reach next generation audiences around the world. In addition to its filmed entertainment leadership, Lionsgate content drives a growing presence in interactive and location-based entertainment, video games, esports and other new entertainment technologies. Lionsgate's content initiatives are backed by a nearly 17,000-title film and television library and delivered through a global sales and distribution infrastructure. The Lionsgate brand is synonymous with original, daring and ground-breaking content created with special emphasis on the evolving patterns and diverse composition of the Company's worldwide consumer base.
Sunday, July 7, 2019
Video: Starz Releases First Footage of "Power" Season Six with Official Trailer Drop and Key Art Reveal
Video: Starz Releases First Footage of "Power" Season Six with Official Trailer Drop and Key Art Reveal
Created by Courtney A. Kemp, season six premieres Sunday, August 25 and culminates with the Final Betrayal played out across an extended 15-episode season.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ RELEASES FIRST FOOTAGE OF "POWER" SEASON SIX WITH OFFICIAL TRAILER DROP AND KEY ART REVEAL
Official Trailer and Key Art for the Final Betrayal Debuted First to Fans During Cast Appearance at Essence Festival
image: http://thefutoncritic.com/images/shows/starz20190706.jpg
New Orleans - July 6, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), today released the official season six trailer for its #1 hit series "Power" timed to a celebrated cast appearance at Essence Festival. Cast members Omari Hardwick, Lela Loren, Joseph Sikora, Rotimi, La La Anthony and Larenz Tate appeared together at the festival's Center Stage to give thousands of fans their very first glimpse into season six. Created by Courtney A. Kemp, "Power" season six premieres Sunday, August 25, 2019 on STARZ, the STARZ app and STARZ ON DEMAND, and culminates with the Final Betrayal played out across an extended 15-episode season.
Season six will feature the directorial debut of Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson who also serves as Executive Producer as well as the return of Emmy(R) award-winning director Anthony Hemingway ("The People v. OJ Simpson: American Crime Story," "Underground"), who helmed the first two episodes of the series when it debuted in 2014, to take the reins for the finale.
The two-time NAACP Image Award-winning drama, which premiered on the premium cable network in 2014, garnered over 10 million multiplatform views in its fifth season and is the most-watched franchise for Starz. "Power" currently airs in more than 120 countries around the world, including Spain, where it airs exclusively on Starz' premium international streaming platform STARZPLAY.
Joining Omari Hardwick, Lela Loren, Naturi Naughton, Joseph Sikora, Rotimi, Alani "La La" Anthony, Jerry Ferrara, Shane Johnson, Michael Rainey Jr. and Larenz Tate as series regulars for its final season are the previously announced Evan Handler, Michael J. Ferguson, Monique Gabriela Curnen and Mike Dopud.
Season Six Synopsis
"Power" season six picks up with James "Ghost" St. Patrick seeking vengeance. His former drug partner and brother in arms must pay for the ultimate betrayal. Rocked to his core by the perfidiousness and cruelties of those he once called his family, Ghost devotes himself to one notion: Success is the best revenge, with all intentions of getting both. Ghost aims to get even with Tommy, get the Queens Child Project built to consecrate Raina's legacy, and finally achieve a thriving legitimate lifestyle with no criminal strings attached. Ghost's need to wrest satisfaction and happiness from this world by any means necessary - is the most dangerous he's ever faced. As the Feds grow closer to convicting him, Ghost must remain vigilant toward those wanting to take him down for his past criminal enterprises.
About "Power"
"Power" is a visionary drama that straddles the glamorous Manhattan lifestyles of the rich and infamous and the underworld of the international drug trade. The cast is led by Omari Hardwick as James "Ghost" St. Patrick, a man trying to escape his role as a drug kingpin for a legitimized life in the elite of NYC; Joseph Sikora as his brother in arms in the drug business, Tommy Egan; Naturi Naughton plays Ghost's fierce wife Tasha St. Patrick; and Lela Loren is his first love, Assistant U.S. Attorney Angela Valdes.
"Power" was created by Courtney A. Kemp, who serves as co-showrunner and executive producer alongside Gary Lennon. Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson executive produces the series through his production company G-Unit Film and Television, as does Mark Canton through his production company Atmosphere Entertainment MM. Randall Emmett, Shana Stein and Bart Wenrich also serve as executive producers.
For more information on "Power" and access to press materials and show assets, please visit the STARZ Media Room: https://mediaroom.starz.com/
Check out "Power" online Facebook Page and follow @Power_STARZ on Twitter and @Power_Starz on Instagram. Join the conversation with #PowerTV and #STARZ. Website: https://www.starz.com/series/power/episodes
ABOUT STARZ
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
Created by Courtney A. Kemp, season six premieres Sunday, August 25 and culminates with the Final Betrayal played out across an extended 15-episode season.
[via press release from Starz] STARZ RELEASES FIRST FOOTAGE OF "POWER" SEASON SIX WITH OFFICIAL TRAILER DROP AND KEY ART REVEAL
Official Trailer and Key Art for the Final Betrayal Debuted First to Fans During Cast Appearance at Essence Festival
image: http://thefutoncritic.com/images/shows/starz20190706.jpg
New Orleans - July 6, 2019 - Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), today released the official season six trailer for its #1 hit series "Power" timed to a celebrated cast appearance at Essence Festival. Cast members Omari Hardwick, Lela Loren, Joseph Sikora, Rotimi, La La Anthony and Larenz Tate appeared together at the festival's Center Stage to give thousands of fans their very first glimpse into season six. Created by Courtney A. Kemp, "Power" season six premieres Sunday, August 25, 2019 on STARZ, the STARZ app and STARZ ON DEMAND, and culminates with the Final Betrayal played out across an extended 15-episode season.Season six will feature the directorial debut of Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson who also serves as Executive Producer as well as the return of Emmy(R) award-winning director Anthony Hemingway ("The People v. OJ Simpson: American Crime Story," "Underground"), who helmed the first two episodes of the series when it debuted in 2014, to take the reins for the finale.
The two-time NAACP Image Award-winning drama, which premiered on the premium cable network in 2014, garnered over 10 million multiplatform views in its fifth season and is the most-watched franchise for Starz. "Power" currently airs in more than 120 countries around the world, including Spain, where it airs exclusively on Starz' premium international streaming platform STARZPLAY.
Joining Omari Hardwick, Lela Loren, Naturi Naughton, Joseph Sikora, Rotimi, Alani "La La" Anthony, Jerry Ferrara, Shane Johnson, Michael Rainey Jr. and Larenz Tate as series regulars for its final season are the previously announced Evan Handler, Michael J. Ferguson, Monique Gabriela Curnen and Mike Dopud.
Season Six Synopsis
"Power" season six picks up with James "Ghost" St. Patrick seeking vengeance. His former drug partner and brother in arms must pay for the ultimate betrayal. Rocked to his core by the perfidiousness and cruelties of those he once called his family, Ghost devotes himself to one notion: Success is the best revenge, with all intentions of getting both. Ghost aims to get even with Tommy, get the Queens Child Project built to consecrate Raina's legacy, and finally achieve a thriving legitimate lifestyle with no criminal strings attached. Ghost's need to wrest satisfaction and happiness from this world by any means necessary - is the most dangerous he's ever faced. As the Feds grow closer to convicting him, Ghost must remain vigilant toward those wanting to take him down for his past criminal enterprises.
About "Power"
"Power" is a visionary drama that straddles the glamorous Manhattan lifestyles of the rich and infamous and the underworld of the international drug trade. The cast is led by Omari Hardwick as James "Ghost" St. Patrick, a man trying to escape his role as a drug kingpin for a legitimized life in the elite of NYC; Joseph Sikora as his brother in arms in the drug business, Tommy Egan; Naturi Naughton plays Ghost's fierce wife Tasha St. Patrick; and Lela Loren is his first love, Assistant U.S. Attorney Angela Valdes.
"Power" was created by Courtney A. Kemp, who serves as co-showrunner and executive producer alongside Gary Lennon. Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson executive produces the series through his production company G-Unit Film and Television, as does Mark Canton through his production company Atmosphere Entertainment MM. Randall Emmett, Shana Stein and Bart Wenrich also serve as executive producers.
For more information on "Power" and access to press materials and show assets, please visit the STARZ Media Room: https://mediaroom.starz.com/
Check out "Power" online Facebook Page and follow @Power_STARZ on Twitter and @Power_Starz on Instagram. Join the conversation with #PowerTV and #STARZ. Website: https://www.starz.com/series/power/episodes
ABOUT STARZ
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic STARZ(R) brand, STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services, including the highly rated STARZ app. With the launch of the STARZPLAY international premium streaming platform and STARZ PLAY Arabia, Starz is expanding its global footprint in a growing number of territories. Sold through multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 7,500 distinct premium television episodes and feature films, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular programming.
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