Star Channel (Latin America)
| Company type | Pay television network |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television broadcasting |
| Predecessor | Fox Channel |
| Founded | 1993-08-14 |
| Fate | Rebranded from Fox Channel in 2021 |
| Headquarters | Latin America |
Area served | Latin America |
| Products | Television programming |
| Owner | The Walt Disney Company Latin America |
| Parent | Disney Media Networks Latin America |
Star Channel—previously known as Fox and Fox Channel—is a Latin American pay television network managed by Disney Media Networks Latin America, a division of The Walt Disney Company Latin America. Its programming is designed for family audiences, in contrast to its sister channel FX, which primarily targets young male viewers. The majority of shows maintain their original English titles.
History
Originally launched as Fox, a regional adaptation of the American Fox Broadcasting Company, the Spanish-language broadcast commenced on 14 August 1993, followed by the Portuguese-language version on 17 September 1994.
The channel took part in the worldwide debut of The Walking Dead on November 1, 2010, including the promotional Zombie Invasion Event. After the conclusion of the first season, Fox released an uncensored edition of the premiere episode.
In December 2010, the network implemented Mexico’s RTC ratings.
During November 2012, contract disagreements caused temporary removal from providers such as Cablevision Monterrey and Cablemás, though these issues were swiftly resolved.
In November 2018, the channel was rebranded as Fox Channel. Following Disney’s acquisition of 21st Century Fox in March 2019, it became part of Disney’s portfolio.
On November 27, 2020, Disney announced that Fox-branded channels in Latin America would be renamed Star to prevent confusion with Fox Corporation. This rebranding was implemented on February 22, 2021.
On December 2, 2024, Disney revealed plans to discontinue Star Channel and its sister networks (excluding ESPN) in Brazil as of February 28, 2025. However, the channel will continue broadcasting throughout Hispanic America.
Star MegaWeekend
MegaWeekend is a weekend programming segment showcasing Star Channel Latin America's most popular series such as The Simpsons, followed by a feature film.
¡No Molestar!
¡No Molestar! (translated as Do Not Disturb!) is a prime-time block initiated in 2005 that airs reruns of Futurama and The Simpsons. It replaced the previous "Domingo Animado" block and generally features three to four episodes of The Simpsons alongside one episode of Futurama. Aimed primarily at teenage and adult audiences, it draws inspiration from Animation Domination, with select programs like Bob's Burgers and Family Guy broadcast on FX Latin America's ¡No Molestar! segment.
To celebrate its first anniversary in 2006, an online contest was launched inviting viewers to submit their most outrageous videos. That same year, it was temporarily renamed ¡No Molestar! Mundial during the 2006 FIFA World Cup.
The block expanded onto sister network FX in 2007 but was discontinued there in 2011. In September 2021, its runtime was reduced from two hours to one hour.
Star Cine
Star Cine (previously CineFOX) presents daily movie programming including direct-to-video titles.
Hora Hulu
Hora Hulu premiered on October 8, 2025, aligning with Hulu’s launch in the region and features original Hulu series available on Disney+.
Sister channels
Following Star Channel’s commercial achievements, several related channels have been introduced:
- FX (Latin American TV channel): Serving as a counterpart to the main FX channel, it took over series such as Prison Break and Bones from Fox. Its primary demographic is male viewers.
- Star Life (Latin American TV channel) (formerly Fox Life): Targeted female audiences; ceased operations on April 1, 2022.
- Star Premium (formerly Fox Premium): Discontinued on February 1, 2022.