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Starz and Sony’s Crunchyroll are rolling out a new bundle now available through Prime Video in the U.S. priced at $16.99/month for the pair — more than 23% off compared with buying the services separately.
It’s the first
U.S. bundle for Crunchyroll, the anime service owned by Sony. The launch arrives alongside new and returning programming from Starz and Crunchyroll, bringing audiences a mix of premium action, anime, thrillers, female-driven dramas, sci-fi and adventure.
Beginning July 29, eligible customers can purchase the Starz-Crunchyroll bundle through Prime Video. Existing Amazon customers can subscribe by visiting Prime Video, selecting the Starz-Crunchyroll bundle, and following the prompts to complete their purchase.
“This offering brings together two services with distinctive programming, giving viewers access to a range of stories and genres,” said Alison Hoffman, president of Starz Networks. “The way households discover and consume television continues to evolve. This bundle with Crunchyroll and Prime Video enables us to broaden our reach and introduce the Starz slate of premium programming to new viewers.”
“At Crunchyroll, we believe anime is a powerful medium for storytelling and connection, and our goal is to continue bringing it to more audiences in more accessible ways. This launch is a meaningful step in expanding how fans can discover and connect with the series they love, while opening the door for even more viewers to experience the breadth of anime storytelling,” said Terry Li, Chief Product Officer and EVP, Emerging Business, Crunchyroll.
“The addition of the Crunchyroll and Starz bundle reflects Prime Video’s commitment to delivering value and convenience for customers as we continue to expand the breadth of our bundle offerings,” said Matt Huntley, Director of U.S. Channels, Prime Video. “Whether it’s premium dramas, blockbuster films, or world-class anime, Prime Video is making it seamless for customers to access the entertainment they want, all in one place.”
Subscribers will gain access to fan-favorite franchises, new originals and exclusive premieres, including the complete “Power” Universe and the upcoming series finale of “Power Book III: Raising Kanan” (August 7), as well as a slate of action-packed originals and acclaimed dramas. The lineup includes “Fightland” (July 31), set in the high-stakes world of British boxing and STARZ’s first wholly owned original series; “S.W.A.T. Exiles” (September 25), the high-octane crime drama starring and executive-produced by Shemar Moore; and “Outlander: Blood of My Blood” (September 18), the newest chapter in the globally acclaimed “Outlander” franchise.
In addition to its lineup of series, subscribers can watch Starz’s library of movies, led by the exclusive first-run premieres of the global phenomenon biopic “Michael” (August 10), starring Jaafar Jackson, and the sports action drama “Beast” (August 8), starring Russell Crowe, Luke Hemsworth and Daniel MacPherson. Subscribers can also stream “The Housemaid,” starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, and “Shelter,” starring Jason Statham.
Now with the Crunchyroll bundle, fans who have long helped shape anime fandom into a powerful force in pop culture can dive into iconic series like Dragon Ball, including the the most recent chapter, Dragon Ball DAIMA, along with Naruto, Naruto Shippuden, Afro Samurai, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, My Hero Academia, and Cowboy Bebop, all of which remain fan favorites for their memorable characters, action, and enduring themes of perseverance and friendship. That same energy carries into Crunchyroll’s August 2026 season, with standout titles like BLACK TORCH, Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia, Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 3, Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You, and ONE PIECE HEROINES, offering a fresh mix of new stories, returning favorites, and must-watch moments for today’s anime fans.
