Fans across the MENA region can watch new episodes
same time as the U.S., starting August 12
Excitement builds as fans eagerly anticipate the climactic conclusion of "Billions," the gripping drama that delves into the intricate world of high finance and politics. The wait is finally coming to an end as STARZPLAY, one of the region's top three subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) services, prepares to release the much-anticipated series finale.
Returning for its seventh and final season, "Billions" premieres on STARZPLAY from August 12, same time as the U.S. global premiere. Fans can enjoy the latest twists and turns in the lives of their favourite characters, including the charismatic hedge-fund king Bobby Axelrod, played by Damian Lewis, making his highly awaited return after departing in Season 5.
The intensity remains unchanged as the main cast comes back for Season 7, with Michael Thomas Aquinas Prince, portrayed by Corey Stoll, vying for the presidency, and Rhoads continuing to hold individuals responsible for their actions, regardless of the consequences.
Created by Brian Koppelman, David Levien, and Andrew Ross Sorkin, the long-running series has received the prestigious Satellite Award in 2021 and 2023 for Best Television Drama Series and was nominated for many other awards throughout its run, solidifying its status as a true fan favourite.
The 12-episode season promises to push the boundaries even further, delivering more explosive drama, high-stakes power struggles, and complex character dynamics that have captivated fans worldwide. The series has garnered a devoted following for its compelling exploration of the cutthroat world of finance and politics, making it a must-watch for anyone seeking a thrilling experience.
For those who haven’t watched the compelling drama yet, now is the time to catch up on Seasons 1-6 which are available on STARZPLAY to watch, anytime, anywhere, and from any device ahead of the global premiere of the final season on August 12.
With thousands of hours of premium content including the best western content, Arabic shows, Turkish favourites, anime, and live sports, STARZPLAY is available in 19 countries across the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan.
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About STARZPLAY
Ranked consistently among the region’s top three subscription video on demand services, STARZPLAY Arabia (www.starzplay.com) streams an extensive variety of premium content covering Hollywood movies, TV shows, documentaries and same-time-as-the-US series – plus live sports, dedicated kids’ entertainment and Arabic content – to 19 countries across MENA and Pakistan.
STARZPLAY has thousands of prime titles including exclusive STARZPLAY Arabia original content such as Kaboos, Say Yes to the Dress Arabia, Baghdad Central, STARZ Original content such as Power, Outlander, Spartacus and The White Queen as well as a range of content with add-ons such as AD Sports, Premier Sports (Rugby), NBA League Pass and STARZPLAY Sports, the dedicated sports package covering football (Italian Serie A and Dutch Eredivisie leagues), wrestling (All Elite Wrestling), cricket, UFC Arabia, boxing, basketball and more.
STARZPLAY Arabia has secured tie ups with a host of leading, global studios, including Lionsgate, MGM, Warner Bros, Universal, Discovery and Sony Studios along with regional producers such as UMS, Eagle Films and Falcon. Until 2022, STARZ (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) was the lead investor along with media and technology investment firms including SEQ Investors and Delta Partners. In early 2021, STARZPLAY Arabia secured its first independent financing in the region of US$25 million (approx. AED 92 million) from Abu Dhabi based Ruya Partners. In 2022, E-Vision, from e& and ADQ, an Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company acquired a majority equity stake of circa 57% in the company.
Reaching over 2.9 million subscribers, STARZPLAY Arabia allows subscribers to watch its full HD and 4K content via most internet-enabled devices, smart TVs and game consoles, and is widely available on regional IPTV services. Its iOS and Android apps – installed on over three million devices – also allow downloads for offline playback.
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