Key Takeaways
- To install Starz on Samsung TV: Turn on your TV → Apps → Search icon → Starz → Install → Activate →Done.
- You can use the Mirror Screen feature on the SmartThings app to watch the Starz content on your TV.
Starz is one of the popular TV channels that telecast movies and TV shows on its platform. Fortunately, the Starz app is compatible with Samsung TV. The cache is you can download the app on your Samsung TV from the Smart Hub Store only on select models launched after 2014 & above. Those don’t find the app officially can rely on alternative approaches such as screen mirroring or
By purchasing the Starz premium account, you can enjoy premium services like ad-free, 4 device simultaneous streams, watching offline, and many more. You can either subscribe to Starz by using your existing TV provider or sign up for its standalone subscription.
By following this guide, you will learn how to install, activate, and stream Starz on all model Samsung Smart TVs.
How to Install Starz on Samsung Smart TV
To watch the premium content of Starz on your Samsung Smart TV, go to the official website of Starz and sign up for the premium account that starts from $8.99/month. If you are an existing user, you can skip the sign-up process and move on to the installation steps.
1. Power on your Samsung TV and navigate to the home screen.
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2. Select the Apps tile on the home screen and tap the Search icon.
3. Type Starz on the search field and browse the app.
4. Highlight the app and select the Install button to get Starz on Smart TV.
Within a few minutes, the app will be installed on your TV.
How to Activate Starz on Samsung Smart TV
To access the premium content of Starz on your TV, you need to activate its app in the first place. The activation can be done using two possible methods.
1. Launch the Starz app on your TV and click the Log In button.
2. Select your subscription type and click on the Use a Device option to get the activation code on your TV.
3. Now, launch the browser on your device and visit the activation website of Starz [activate.starz.com].
4. Enter the 4-digit activation code and click the Submit button.
5. Now, select any of the log in options as listed below.
- TV Providers
- Starz Streaming
6. Once you have selected your subscription type, login with the Starz account credentials to complete the activation process.
7. Now, relaunch the app on your TV and stream the Starz content on your TV.
How to Screen Mirror Starz on Samsung Smart TV from Android & iPhone
To screen mirror Starz on your Samsung TV, install the SmartThings application from the Play Store and App Store on your device.
1. Search and install the Starz app on your Android or iOS smartphones.
2. Open the app log in with your account, and make it ready for screen mirroring.
3. Connect your smartphone and Samsung TV to the same WiFi network.
4. Now, launch the SmartThings app and log in with your Samsung account credentials.
5. Tap on the + icon to pair your Samsung TV with the SmartThings app.
6. Now, choose your Samsung TV from the home screen of the SmartThings app to launch the virtual remote.
7. Tap the three dots option and choose the Mirror Screen (Smart View) button.
8. Now, select your TV from the available devices.
9. Click Allow from the popup on your TV to mirror your smartphone’s screen on the TV.
9. After this, launch the Starz app and start streaming it on your Samsung TV.
How to Cast Starz to Samsung TV
Starz app has no built-in cast support, so you should rely on the device settings to screen mirror to Samsung TV.
1. Connect your Samsung TV and smartphone to the same internet connection.
2. Download the Satrz app from the Google Play Store on your device.
3. Launch the app and select the content you need to stream on your TV.
4. Navigate to the Notification Panel of your smartphone and tap the Screencast icon.
5. Now, choose your Samsung TV from the available devices.
6. Tap Allow on your Samsung TV and start watching the Starz content on your TV.
How to AirPlay Starz to Samsung TV
Starz iOS app has no direct built-in AirPlay support. However, you can AirPlay to Samsung TV from the Control Center of your iPhone or iPad.
1. Pair your Samsung TV and iOS device with the same internet connection.
2. Get the Satrz app from the App Store on your iOS device.
3. Play any content on the Satrz app and tap the Screen Mirroring icon from the Control Center of your iOS.
4. Select your Samsung TV from the active devices.
5. Finally, the content on your iOS device will stream on your TV.
Note: If you are a Mac user, you shall screen mirror Starz content by visiting its official website to play content and then go to the Control Center to mirror it.
How to Stream Starz without Cable
If you’re not a cable user, you can go with streaming services to watch Starz on your Samsung Smart TV. Some of the streaming services that support Starz are mentioned below in the table.
Streaming Services | No of Channels | Cloud DVR | Pricing | Website |
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Sling TV | 41+ TV channels | 50-200 hour | Starz Add-on: $9 / month | Website |
fuboTV | 250+ TV channels | 1000 hours | Starz Add-on: $9.99 / month | Website |
Hulu | 90+ TV channels | Unlimited DVR | Starz Add-on: $9.99 / month | Website |
YouTube TV | 100+ TV channels | Unlimited DVR | Starz Add-on: $9.99 / month | Website |
DirecTV Stream | 140+ TV channels | Unlimited DVR | Premier: $154.99 / month | Website |
How to Watch Starz on Samsung TV using Streaming Devices
If the Starz app is not available on your Smart TV, then go with a supported streaming or connecting device and connect it to your TV. Here, we have listed the devices you can watch Starz on your TV.
- Roku
- Apple TV
- Firestick
- Google TV with Chromecast
How to Fix Starz App Not Working on Samsung Smart TV
If your Starz app is not working, responding, or loading in a loop, then there is a technical glitch or bug with your app. To fix this Starz app not working issue on your Samsung TV, try the troubleshooting steps listed in the table.
Issues | Fixes |
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Starz app won’t work / loading on Samsung Smart TV | ◘ Restart your Samsung TV ◘ Reboot the Starz app ◘ Update the app on your Samsung TV |
The Starz Samsung TV App Not Opening | ◘Clear Cache files on Samsung TV ◘Update your Samsung TV ◘Reboot your Starz app ◘Reset Samsung TV |
Starz App buffering on Samsung Smart TVs | ◘Check the internet connection ◘Check Starz server status using Downdetector |
Starz app Freezing the Content on Samsung Smart TV | ◘ Cross-check whether your subscription is active ◘ Uninstall and reinstall the Starz app |
FAQ
Yes, you can easily install the Starz app on your Samsung Smart TVs from the Smart Hub store.
No, currently, the service doesn’t offer any free trial for its premium plans.
Yes. You can install the Starzplay app on your Samsung TV.
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