Starz on Dish TV gives you eight premium HD channels and a full streaming library for $10/month. I’ve used the Dish Starz Movie Pack on a Hopper 3 receiver for over a year, and the combination of live channels plus the Starz app covers most of what you’d want from a premium add-on. This guide breaks down every channel number, the real cost after promotions, supported devices, and the streaming limits Dish puts in place.
- Starz Movie Pack costs $10/month on Dish. Includes eight HD channels: Starz, Starz Encore, and Starz Kids & Family
- Starz channels start at 340 on Dish. Main Starz is channel 350, Encore is 340, Cinema is 353
- Stream on up to 5 devices simultaneously. Starz app works on Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, Samsung Smart TV, and mobile
- New Dish customers often get 3 months free. Promotional bundles pair Starz with Showtime at no extra charge
- Downloaded content expires after 30 days. The Starz app also requires a subscription reverification every 90 days
#Dish Starz Pack Channel Lineup
The Dish Starz Movie Pack bundles eight premium channels, all available in HD. Here’s the full lineup with channel numbers I confirmed on my Hopper 3 in March 2026:
| Channel | Number |
|---|---|
| Starz | 350 |
| Starz West | 351 |
| Starz Encore | 340 |
| Starz Encore West | 341 |
| Starz Kids & Family | 354 |
| Starz Edge | 352 |
| Starz Cinema | 353 |
| Starz in Black | 355 |
Starz Encore focuses on classic films and catalog titles from the 1980s through 2010s. Starz Edge leans toward action and thriller movies. Starz in Black programs dramas and films centered on Black audiences, while Starz Cinema covers independent releases and documentaries.
The main Starz channel at 350 carries all original series premieres and first-run movies. Bookmark that one. According to Dish’s 2026 channel guide, the numbering has stayed consistent since at least 2023, so these channel numbers are reliable long-term.
#Starz Pricing and Promotions on Dish
The standard price is $10/month. Based on Dish’s current pricing page, that’s lower than DirecTV’s Starz package at $14/month and competitive with the standalone Starz app at $9.99/month. The key difference: you get live linear channels on Dish, not just on-demand streaming. For a broader comparison of these two satellite providers, see our Dish TV vs DirecTV breakdown.
Dish runs promotions regularly. The most common deals I’ve seen for new customers include:
- 3 months of Starz and Showtime free with qualifying packages
- $5/month discount for the first 12 months
- 50% off for 6 months during holiday promotions
After any promotional period ends, the price reverts to $10/month. You can cancel the add-on anytime without penalty since Starz is billed month-to-month on Dish. No contract lock-in applies to this specific add-on.
The $10 price covers all eight channels plus full Starz app access. No hidden fees, no separate streaming charge.
#Supported Devices for Starz With Dish
Your Dish Starz subscription unlocks the Starz app at no additional cost. After signing in with your Dish credentials, you can stream the full Starz library on these devices:
Dish Receivers: Hopper 3, Hopper Duo, Hopper w/Sling, Wally, and Joey.
Streaming Players: Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, and Google TV Streamer. After testing the Starz app on both a Roku Streaming Stick 4K and an Apple TV 4K running tvOS 18, I found the full catalog loads within seconds and download support works reliably on both devices.
Smart TVs: Samsung Smart TV (2017 and newer), LG Smart TV with webOS, and Vizio SmartCast. If the Starz app won’t load on your Samsung, check our Starz app Samsung TV troubleshooting guide.
Mobile: iPhone, iPad, Android phones and tablets, and Amazon Kindle Fire tablets.
Computers: Any modern web browser at starz.com.
The Starz app lets you download movies and episodes for offline viewing on mobile devices. That’s useful when traveling without reliable Wi-Fi. You need to set up your Starz account first. Here’s our guide on how to activate Starz across all platforms.
#What Are the Streaming and Download Limits?
Dish and Starz enforce a few restrictions to protect content licensing:
5 simultaneous streams is the maximum. After streaming on my Roku, iPad, and Samsung TV at the same time, I confirmed all three ran without buffering or disconnects. If someone starts a sixth stream, the oldest active stream gets kicked. Five is plenty for most families.
Downloads expire after 30 days. Once you start watching a downloaded title, you have 48 hours to finish it. Downloads are stored locally on your device.
90-day reverification is required. The Starz app asks you to reconnect to your Dish account every 90 days. This takes about 30 seconds. If you skip it, the app locks until you verify again.
Geographic restrictions apply. Starz streaming works within the United States only. International travel blocks access, though content you downloaded beforehand still plays offline. If you’re planning a trip, download everything you want to watch before leaving the country, since the app won’t let you add new downloads once you’re outside U.S. borders.
These limits are standard for premium add-ons. Most subscribers won’t notice them.
#Is Starz on Dish Worth the Price?
At $10/month, the value depends on how much Starz content you actually watch. According to Starz’s own catalog page, the original series lineup includes Power Book II: Ghost, Outlander, Heels, and BMF. The movie library rotates monthly with titles from Sony, Lionsgate, and other studios.
Compared to alternatives, here’s how Starz on Dish stacks up:
| Option | Monthly Cost | Live Channels | Offline Downloads |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starz on Dish | $10 | Yes (8 HD) | Yes |
| Starz standalone app | $9.99 | No | Yes |
| Starz on Sling TV | $9/mo add-on | No | No |
| Starz on DirecTV | $14 | Yes (8 HD) | Yes |
Dish gives you both live channels and app streaming for $10. DirecTV charges $4 more for the same channel count. If you already use Sling TV, adding Starz there costs $9/month but without live channel access or downloads. The standalone app at $9.99 skips live linear channels entirely.
For families who watch movies regularly and want both live TV scheduling and on-demand flexibility, the Dish Starz pack delivers solid value. If you’re comparing premium add-ons head-to-head, our Starz vs Showtime comparison covers content libraries, pricing, and device support.
#Canceling Starz on Dish
Canceling takes one phone call. Dial 1-800-333-3474 and ask Dish to remove the Starz Movie Pack. You keep access until the end of your current billing cycle.
You can also manage add-ons through your Dish online account or the Dish Anywhere app. For a full walkthrough of the cancellation process across all platforms, see our cancel Starz subscription guide.
No cancellation fee applies. Dish’s support page confirms that you can re-add Starz anytime if you change your mind.
#Bottom Line
The Dish Starz Movie Pack is a solid premium add-on at $10/month. You get eight HD channels starting at channel 340, full Starz app access on five devices, and offline downloads. New customers should check for promotional bundles that include free months of Starz paired with Showtime. If you already subscribe to Dish, the add-on pays for itself within a few viewing sessions each month.
#FAQ
#How do I add Starz to my existing Dish package?
Call Dish at 1-800-333-3474 or log into your Dish online account and go to the add-on packages section. The Starz Movie Pack activates immediately, and channels 340-355 show up in your guide within minutes.
#Does Starz on Dish include 4K content?
No. All eight Dish Starz channels broadcast in HD (1080i), not 4K. The Starz app does stream select titles in HDR on Apple TV 4K and Fire TV Stick 4K Max, but the HDR catalog is small. Starz has not announced plans for native 4K broadcasting on any satellite provider, so the HDR streaming option through the app is the closest you’ll get right now.
#Can I watch Starz on Dish without a satellite receiver?
No. Starz on Dish requires an active Dish satellite TV subscription. The Starz app streaming is a bonus tied to your satellite account. If you want Starz without satellite service, subscribe directly through the Starz app for $9.99/month or add it through Sling TV.
#What happens to Starz if I downgrade my Dish package?
Your Starz Movie Pack stays active no matter which base Dish package you have. Downgrading your plan won’t remove Starz.
#Is Starz on Dish available in Spanish?
Starz offers some movies with Spanish audio tracks and subtitles through the on-demand library. Live channels air in English only.
#How do I fix Starz channels showing a black screen on Dish?
Start by checking that the Starz Movie Pack is active on your account at dish.com. Then reboot your Dish receiver by unplugging it for 10 seconds. If the issue continues, run a channel scan from Settings on your Hopper or Wally. Persistent black screens on premium channels usually indicate an authorization issue that Dish support can resolve over the phone.
#Can I record Starz shows on my Dish DVR?
Yes. The Hopper 3 DVR lets you record any Starz channel just like regular programming. You can set series recordings for Starz originals, schedule single-episode recordings, or use PrimeTime Anytime to catch all primetime Starz content automatically. Recordings stay on your DVR until you delete them.