Rated 7+ IMDb · 70%+ RT Little-known finds Curated by humans
Rated 7+ IMDb · 70%+ RT Little-known finds Curated by humans
Starz and MGM+, more or less, are cut from the same cloth. They both have classics and current blockbusters, and both are available as add-ons on Prime Video. However, Starz happens to have more originals under its belt, many of them critically acclaimed, while MGM+ has a deeper catalog of old films. It’s also slightly cheaper than Starz. Which of them is better depends on what you prefer: original shows or classic films? You can read more about the two services in our breakdown below.
| Feature | StarzOur pick | MGM+ |
|---|---|---|
| Base price | $11.99/mo | $6.99/mo |
| Free trial | None | 7 days |
| Try Starz | Try MGM+ free for 7 days |
If you just want the lowest possible bill, here is exactly what each service’s cheapest plan gets you.
| Feature | Starz Starz | MGM+ MGM+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price / month | $11.99 | $6.99 |
| Annual Price | $69.99 | $58.99 |
| New User Deal | 73% off 1st month | – |
| Streams at Home | 4 | 4 |
| Streams Outside Home | 4 | 4 |
| Profiles | 5 | 1 |
| Max Quality | 1080p | 1080p |
| Audio | 5.1 surround sound | Standard stereo |
| Min. Speed | 6 Mbps | 5 Mbps |
| Get Starz → | Get MGM+ → |
| Starz 1 plan | MGM+ 1 plan | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest Starz | Cheapest MGM+ | |
| Price / month | $11.99 | $6.99 |
| Annual Price | $69.99 | $58.99 |
| New User Deal | 73% off 1st month | – |
| Streams at Home | 4 | 4 |
| Streams Outside Home | 4 | 4 |
| Profiles | 5 | 1 |
| Max Quality | 1080p | 1080p |
| Audio | 5.1 surround sound | Standard stereo |
| Min. Speed | 6 Mbps | 5 Mbps |
| Get plan → | Get plan → |
Also available as an add-on on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, and Roku
Also available as an add-on for Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, The Roku Channel, Sling TV, and Xfinity
Both services support most major devices. Here’s a breakdown based on the device apps each service lists.
| Device / Platform | Starz | MGM+ |
|---|---|---|
| Airplay | ✓ | Not listed |
| Amazon Fire TV | ✓ | ✓ |
| Android | Not listed | ✓ |
| Android TV | ✓ | ✓ |
| Apple TV | ✓ | ✓ |
| LG TV | ✓ | Not listed |
| Roku | ✓ | ✓ |
| Samsung TV | ✓ | Not listed |
| Xbox | ✓ | Not listed |
| iOS | ✓ | ✓ |
“Not listed” means the service doesn’t list an app for that device; it may still work via casting or a browser.
MGM+ starts at $6.99/month, while Starz starts at $11.99/month. That’s $5.00 more per month for Starz, or $60.00 more per year.
Before you pick either one, here is the drawback of each service, plainly stated.
Starz is a movie-first channel with a small originals slate; if its film library does not appeal to you, there is not much else here.
MGM+ has a small catalog and few originals; it works as an add-on channel, not as anyone's main service.
Is MGM+ cheaper than Starz?
Yes. MGM+ starts at $6.99/month, while Starz starts at $11.99/month. That's a difference of $5.00/month, or $60.00 per year.
Do Starz or MGM+ offer a free trial?
Starz does not currently offer a free trial. MGM+ offers a 7-day free trial.
Are Starz and MGM+ the same company?
No. Starz is owned by Starz Entertainment, a separate company spun off from Lionsgate, while MGM+ is owned by Amazon (MGM+). They are separate, competing subscriptions.
Is Starz included with MGM+?
No. Neither service includes the other: a MGM+ subscription does not give you Starz content, and vice versa. You need a separate subscription for each.
Can I cancel Starz or MGM+ anytime?
Yes. Both Starz and MGM+ are month-to-month subscriptions with no long-term contracts. You can cancel either service at any time.
Original programming: While Starz doesn't have as many original shows and movies as Netflix or HBO, it does produce some acclaimed entertainment, including movies like Ash Evil Dead and shows such as American Gods, Power, to name but a few.
Sharing devices: Starz lets you have four simultaneous streams per account, for about $7 less than Netflix's most expensive Premium plan which allows the same.
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