Starz warns of imminent Verizon FiOS blackout without new deal

Starz warned Verizon FiOS viewers could lose all Starz channels, Starz on Demand and the Starz app imminently without a new distribution agreement, the contract setting fees and carriage terms, Deadline reported on 30 September 2026. Starz said it was negotiating in good faith. I see no confirmed blackout date yet, only the warning of removal.