Starz features a diverse array of original series spanning numerous genres, including historical dramas and modern thrillers.

Below a compilation of 15 standout Starz shows, each accompanied by a brief overview:

1. Outlander
   1. Genre: Historical Drama, Romance
   1. Premise: Adapted from Diana Gabaldon’s book series,Outlander* narr the story of Claire Randall, a nurse from WWII who inexplicably finds herself transported to 18th-century Scotland. There, she navigates a passionate love affair with a Highland warrior amid the chaotic backdrop of the Jacobite uprisings.
2. Power
   1. Genre: Crime Drama, Thriller
   1. Premise: This series revolves around James “Ghost” St. Patrick, a nightclub owner leading a double life as a prominent drug lord in New York. As he attempts to escape his criminal past, he becomes increasingly enmeshed in danger and complexity within the underworld.
3. Power Book II: Ghost
   1. Genre: Crime Drama, Thriller
   1. Premise: A continuation of Power, this spinoff follows Ghost’s son, Tariq St. Patrick, who faces the challenges of his new reality while dealing with the repercussions of his father’s death and his risky choices in the drug trade.
4. P-Valley
   1. Genre: Drama
   1. Premise: Set against the backdrop of the Mississippi Delta, P-Valley chronicles the lives of the women working at a strip club named The Pynk. It delves into themes of ambition, love, struggle, and the fight for survival, offering an unvarnished view of the adult entertainment industry.
5. American Gods
   1. Genre: Fantasy, Drama
   1. Premise: Inspired by Neil Gaiman’s novel, American Gods examines the clash between traditional deities from ancient myths and contemporary gods symbolizing modern ideas like media, technology, and consumer culture. The narrative centers on Shadow Moon, who gets pulled into this celestial conflict.
6. Heels
   1. Genre: Drama, Sports
   1. Premise: Heels is set in the universe of independent professional wrestling, focusing on two brothers, Jack and Ace Spade, both wrestlers. The show explores the rivalries, familial relationships, and emotional conflicts within the wrestling scene, both inside and outside the ring.
7. The Girlfriend Experience
   1. Genre: Drama, Thriller
   1. Premise: Based on Steven Soderbergh’s 2009 film, The Girlfriend Experience is an anthology series that delves into the lives of upscale escorts. Each season portrays a different woman’s journey through transactional relationships, intimacy, and personal dilemmas.
8. Power Book III: Raising Kanan
   1. Genre: Crime Drama
   1. Premise: This prequel to Power chronicles the formative years of Kanan Stark, the series’ antagonist. Set in the 1990s, it depicts Kanan’s entry into the drug scene and the influences of his family and surroundings that shape him into a criminal mastermind.
9. Shining Vale
   1. Genre: Horror, Comedy
   1. Premise: A dark comedy-horror series starring Courteney Cox, Shining Vale follows a dysfunctional family that relocates to a house with a troubling history. The mother, Pat, begins suspecting her new home is haunted, but the real threats may stem from her own psyche as she confronts personal struggles.
10. BMF
    1. Genre: Crime Drama
    1. Premise: BMF draws on the true narrative of the Black Mafia Family, a drug trafficking organization operating in Detroit during the 1980s. It chronicles the ascent of brothers Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory and Terry “Southwest T” Flenory as they construct their empire while striving to uphold family values.
11. The White Queen
    1. Genre: Historical Drama
    1. Premise: Adapted from Philippa Gregory’s historical novels, The White Queen highlights the power conflicts among three women during the Wars of the Roses in 15th-century England. The story focuses on Elizabeth Woodville, Margaret of Anjou, and Anne Neville, each vying for the English throne.
12. Camelot
    1. Genre: Fantasy, Drama
    1. Premise: A fresh take on the famed legend of King Arthur and his knights, Camelot portrays Arthur’s ascent to kingship and his battles against both internal and external challenges, including the scheming Morgana, his sister. The series addresses themes of leadership, morality, and destiny.
13. The White Princess
    1. Genre: Historical Drama
    1. Premise: Continuing from The White Queen, this series chronicles the life of Elizabeth of York, who marries Henry VII, unifying the rival York and Lancaster houses. It explores her struggles with political matters, personal ambitions, and the legacy of the Wars of the Roses.
14. Party Down
    1. Genre: Comedy
    1. Premise: A beloved comedy, Party Down follows a team of caterers working for an event planning company in Los Angeles. Each episode highlights their encounters with quirky clients and humorous scenarios while they cope with their aspirations and disappointments.
15. The L Word: Generation Q
    1. Genre: Drama, LGBTQ+
    1. Premise: Serving as a sequel to the original The L Word, this series depicts the lives of a group of LGBTQ+ friends as they navigate relationships, career challenges, and identity in contemporary Los Angeles. The show delves into themes of love, family, and self-exploration.