What is Starz
Service overview
STARZ is a subscription streaming service offering movies, original series, and documentaries. It provides on-demand access to branded content such as dramas and feature films.
Availability note
Starz is primarily a US-based service and may not be officially available in every country. Availability, price and sign-up options can vary by region and distributor.
How to cancel Starz
If you subscribed directly to Starz
- Sign in to your STARZ account via web or the STARZ app.
- Go to Settings (Account or Profile) and follow the "Cancel Subscription" prompts.
- Follow on-screen confirmation to complete cancellation; cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period.
If you subscribed through a distributor
- Cancel through the distributor where you started the subscription (for example Apple App Store, Google Play, or a telecom provider).
- Common cancellation paths: Apple ID → Subscriptions; Google Play Store → Subscriptions; or your provider’s billing portal.
- If unsure, check your subscription receipts or payment statements to identify the billing source before cancelling.
What happens when you cancel
Access to content
After you cancel, you retain access to STARZ content until the end of the paid billing cycle. You can continue streaming until that date.
Billing and renewal
Cancellation prevents future auto-renewal of the subscription at the end of the current billing period. Your account and profile remain available for reactivation.
Will I get a refund?
Standard refund policy
Starz does not provide credits, refunds, or prorated billing upon cancellation, unless required by applicable law or at Starz’s or a distributor’s discretion.
Exceptions and cooling-off
- Some jurisdictions provide a statutory cooling-off period (for example a 14-day window) allowing a full refund if no content has been streamed; this depends on local consumer law.
- Refunds after service has begun are generally not provided unless required by law or agreed by Starz or the distributor.
Starz plans and pricing
Pricing snapshot
Below are recorded pricing items and promotional examples derived from USD-based offers. These are estimates and availability may vary.
Important note
Starz is not officially available in Singapore. Prices shown are conversions from USD and may not reflect local availability or taxes.
| Plan | Price | Period | Features |
| Annual Promotional (reddit reported) | ≈ S$16.19 / year (~S$1.35/mo average) | Annual | Limited‑time offer via Starz.com (new/returning subscribers); auto‑renews at USD 69.99/year |
| Standard Monthly (direct) | ≈ S$14.85 / month | Monthly | Standard USD 10.99/mo direct rate |
| Promotional Monthly (limited time) | ≈ S$1.35 - 6.75 / month | Monthly | Limited‑time promo, possibly USD 1 - 5/mo; availability uncertain |
Your consumer rights in Singapore
General position
Consumer protection for digital subscriptions varies by jurisdiction. Some places require a cooling-off period; others do not.
Practical guidance for Singapore
In Singapore, statutory refunds or a mandatory 14‑day cooling‑off period for digital streaming subscriptions are not universally guaranteed.
If you believe you have a legal entitlement to a refund, contact your payment provider or local consumer-protection authority for guidance.
Customer experiences
Positive feedback
- Users often praise the app quality, content variety and availability of subtitles.
- There are reports of successful cancellation and billing issue resolution when support is contacted.
Negative feedback
- Complaints include ads on some experiences, streaming instability, and slow or poor customer support responses.
- Common problems reported are difficulty cancelling, charges after cancellation, and delayed or missing refunds.
Documentation checklist
Before contacting support
- Account email / username used to subscribe.
- Subscription receipts or billing statements showing charge dates and merchant name.
- Payment method details (last four digits), subscription start date, and billing period.
Helpful extras
- Screenshots of subscription screens, cancellation attempts, and confirmation messages.
- Notes of any communication with support, including dates, names, and reference numbers.
Common mistakes
Using the wrong cancellation path
Many users try to cancel inside the STARZ app but were billed through Apple, Google or a provider; cancelling in the app does not stop distributor billing.
Assuming immediate refunds or service loss
Users sometimes expect an immediate refund or immediate access loss. Cancellation typically stops renewal but access continues until the billing period ends and refunds are not guaranteed.
Comparative recap
Quick comparison
The table below summarizes key differences between cancelling via Starz directly versus cancelling through common distributors.
When to use which path
Identify the merchant on your billing statement to choose the correct cancellation route below.
| Subscription method | How to cancel | Refund likelihood | Access after cancel |
| Direct (Starz web or app) | Account Settings → "Cancel Subscription" in your STARZ account | Low (no refunds typically unless required by law) | Access until end of current billing period |
| Distributor (Apple, Google, telecom) | Cancel through the distributor’s subscription settings (e.g., Apple ID → Subscriptions) | Depends on distributor policy and local law | Access generally continues until end of paid cycle |
After cancelling
If you need support
If you need further clarification of Starz’s terms or refund policy consult Starz’s official terms of use and legal pages linked below.
If you subscribed via a third party, contact that provider (Apple, Google, or your telecom) for billing-specific help.
Official references
Address
Corporate address
Starz Entertainment, LLC
1647 Stewart Street, Santa Monica, California 90404, United States
Mailing and legal correspondence
Use the corporate address above for general correspondence. For specific legal or copyright matters consult the STARZ legal pages before sending documents.