"Sorry, fans of “Outlander” and “Power” and “American Gods (and Ash vs Evil Dead)” The Starz premium cable channel was dropped by Altice USA after the two sides failed to reach an agreement for a new carriage deal by the deadline of midnight on Dec. 31. The cable operator, which owns Optimum (formerly Cablevision), put out the following statement: “As of midnight December 31, 2017, Altice USA will no longer carry Starz or StarzEncore programming directly. Despite numerous attempts by Altice USA to reach a deal with Starz for continued carriage in video packages and a la carte carriage, Starz refused all offers, including an offer to extend our current arrangement.” Starz responded to the turn of events in a statement, saying, “Altice has shown an unwillingness to negotiate in good faith to the detriment of our shared customers, and they have removed STARZ from their platform. We remain available to discuss a fair and reasonable agreement that will serve the interests of our loyal subscribers." What a disappointing turn of events. Call Optimum NOW – 844-71-STARZ to complain! Refuse/Resist!