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Starz released the trailer for S.W.A.T. Exiles, a high‑stakes spin-off that brings Shemar Moore back as LAPD S.W.A.T. Sgt. Hondo Harrelson, who helps form a new LA unit from discarded talent after a fatal botched raid; the cast includes new recruits and returning alums, with the series debuting Sept. 25 on Starz.
Starz released the trailer for S.W.A.T. Exiles, a spinoff in which Shemar Moore returns as LAPD S.W.A.T. Sgt. Hondo Harrelson to lead a new LA unit of talented rejects, as redemption unfolds amid internal leaks and external dangers.
Crunchyroll and Starz rolled out a US bundle via Amazon Prime Video priced at $16.99 per month, with Starz’s standalone bundle at $11.99. The move follows Crunchyroll’s recent price hikes across its tiers, and the bundle allows access to Crunchyroll and Starz through Prime Video with the usual tier perks for Crunchyroll (Fan to Ultimate Fan).
The musical biopic Michael will stream on Starz on Aug. 10 after grossing over $1 billion worldwide; directed by Antoine Fuqua with Jaafar Jackson starring as Michael, the film traces Jackson's rise from the Jackson 5 to the Bad era, supported by a star-studded ensemble.
Starz has ordered S.W.A.T. Exiles, a 10-episode spin-off of CBS’s S.W.A.T., which will debut September 25, 2026. Shemar Moore returns as Daniel 'Hondo' Harrelson, leading a new, untested recruits’ unit after a high-profile mission goes sideways. Starz will be the first U.S. home for the series, with talks of a Netflix window later; the ensemble includes Ronen Rubinstein, Freddy Miyares, Lucy Barrett, Zyra Gorecki, and Adain Bradley, with guest stars like Selma Blair and Jerry O’Connell. Jason Ning serves as showrunner, with Kevin Tancharoen directing the pilot and Neal H. Moritz among executive producers.
Starz has snagged U.S. rights to Sony Pictures Television’s S.W.A.T. Exiles, a 10-episode spinoff starring Shemar Moore as Hondo, with a Sept. 25 U.S. premiere and a global sales push that will launch the series day-and-date in major markets worldwide; the project reunites core cast members and is produced by Original Film with Jason Ning as showrunner and Neal H. Moritz as an executive producer.
Deadline recaps the Starz finale of Outlander: Jamie leads Fraser's Ridge into the Battle of Kings Mountain, is fatally shot by Ferguson, and Claire's powerful connection revives him as her hair turns white; the episode closes with a possible future path for the story and a nod to Diana Gabaldon, who is writing the final novel.
In Outlander’s May 8 penultimate episode, Percy Beauchamp and Captain Richardson are killed—Richardson is shot by Lord John Grey after Grey foils his plan to aid the British, and Beauchamp later dies by suicide after agreeing to sign a confession; the deaths set the stage for the May 15 series finale, which stars describe as highly emotional.
In Outlander’s final season, Fergus Fraser dies a hero after a house fire engulfs his home; he sacrifices himself to save his family, prompting Marsali to tell his parents and Jamie to mourn as he’s laid to rest. The episode’s events align with book lore, which would have the family faced with tragedy through Henri-Christian instead of Fergus, underscoring how the show diverges from the source material.
Damon and Affleck headline Netflix’s The Rip as Power Book IV: Force wraps with its series finale on Starz; The Nowhere Man premieres on Starz, while Stumble returns and the Pro Cheer League launches, accompanied by a slate of Friday TV highlights and streaming picks.
Starz has acquired the U.S. rights to the six-part South African drama series 'The Nowhere Man,' starring Naturi Naughton-Lewis and Bonko Khoza, which premieres on January 16. The series follows a former mercenary dealing with PTSD who gets pulled back into a violent world after witnessing a home invasion, with Naughton-Lewis also serving as an executive producer.
Spence Moore II and Charlie Mann have been cast as the young versions of Ghost and Tommy in the Starz prequel series 'Power: Origins,' which explores the early lives of these iconic characters from the 'Power' franchise, focusing on their rise as ambitious entrepreneurs in New York City.
Lionsgate and Starz split to unlock value, with mixed results; Starz's stock has risen while Lionsgate's has fallen, fueling speculation about potential mergers or acquisitions, especially with companies like Legendary or other media giants. Both companies are focusing on their assets and strategic growth, with Lionsgate considering partnerships and cost-cutting, and Starz emphasizing its content and data capabilities.
Starz's "Mary & George" sheds light on the Jacobean era, focusing on King James I of England and VI of Scotland, his wife Mary Villiers, and her son George. The series explores the complex dynamics of the royal court, including James' relationships and the power struggles among courtiers. It delves into the historical context of James' ascension to the English throne and the influence of key figures like Robert Carr, Earl of Somerset.
Starz's new historical drama "Mary & George" premiered on April 5, featuring a scheming mother-and-son duo seducing Britain's King James I. The cast includes Julianne Moore as Mary Villiers, a widow determined to elevate her family's status, and Nicholas Galitzine as her son George, whose striking looks are used to gain power. The series follows their rise in 17th-century English society and the impact of their actions on Britain and beyond.