Observed Signal · Jul 1, 2026 · Product Launch · Source: Cord Cutters News · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Video Streaming Platform Market: Peacock Adds STARZ Premium In-App Add-On
Peacock (owned by NBCUniversal) launched an in‑app STARZ premium add‑on that lets eligible subscribers access STARZ originals and movies without leaving the Peacock app. The STARZ add‑on is priced at $11.99/month after a 7‑day free trial (trial available only to customers billed directly through Peacock) and is available across Peacock Select, Premium, and Premium Plus plans. Content from STARZ appears alongside Peacock’s library on dedicated STARZ pages, removing the need for a separate STARZ app or additional login. Existing standalone STARZ subscriptions cannot be linked to Peacock accounts. The move follows Peacock’s prior bundling partnership with Apple and continues the service’s strategy to aggregate premium content within its platform.
Expands Peacock's content bundling and aggregation strategy, simplifying subscriber experience and slightly altering CTV content packaging and cross-promotion opportunities; limited direct impact on broader AdTech infrastructure.
Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Peacock now offers an in‑app STARZ add‑on for $11.99 per month.
- A 7‑day free trial is available to eligible customers billed directly through Peacock.
- The STARZ add‑on is available across Peacock Select, Premium, and Premium Plus plans.
- STARZ content is integrated into Peacock with dedicated STARZ pages—no separate STARZ app or login required.
- Existing standalone STARZ subscriptions cannot be linked to Peacock accounts.
Connected Companies & Entities
5 Entities mappedNBCUniversal
Diversified media group spanning TV, streaming, studios and advertising.
“Less than a year after teaming up with Apple to launch a discounted Apple TV and Peacock bundle, NBCUniversal is expanding its platform agai...”
STARZ
Premium subscription streaming platform for original series and films.
“Eligible Peacock subscribers can now add STARZ for $11.99 per month, with a 7-day free trial available for customers billed directly through...”
Peacock
Hybrid streaming platform monetised through subscriptions and advertising.
“Peacock is continuing its push to become more than just another streaming service....”
Apple
Consumer electronics giant with integrated software, services and advertising platforms.
“Less than a year after teaming up with Apple to launch a discounted Apple TV and Peacock bundle, NBCUniversal is expanding its platform agai...”
Cord Cutters News
Streaming news publisher monetised through affiliate commerce and advertising.
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