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The Best Episodes of Star

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Star is a tough-as-nails young woman who came up in the foster care system and decides one day to take control of her destiny. She tracks down her sister, Simone, and her Instagram bestie, Alexandra,

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Star Season 2 Episode 17 - Mrs. Rivera
    9.1/10(56 votes)

    #1 - Mrs. Rivera

    S2:E17

    While attending an important event together, Alex ditches Noah when he needs her the most to mingle with DJ Dash. Meanwhile, Jahil revisits his love for Carlotta; Simone and Angel consider fleeing town after receiving a discouraging letter from immigration; Cassie's heated relationship with Andy is at odds; and Cotton's son Jayden finds an unlikely savior.

    Director:Tamra Davis
    Writers:Nina Gloster, Kimberly A. Harrison

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  2. Star Season 3 Episode 1 - Secrets & Lies
    9.0/10(69 votes)

    #2 - Secrets & Lies

    S3:E1

    Three months later, Star returns home from touring, and Alex and Simone's fates are finally answered. Carlotta and Cassie's sibling rivalry continues, as the two grapple with the aftermath of Cassie's big mistake, and Christine is caught in the middle. When Carlotta's back is against the wall, Midtown Sound's strength and future is tested by Mateo Ferrera, and Star's big announcement leaves a lot of questions unanswered.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Star Season 2 Episode 9 - Climax
    8.9/10(65 votes)

    #3 - Climax

    S2:E9

    With the showcase finally here, it's time for the Midtown artists to put all their hard work to the test and prove they have what it takes to win. In the process, relationships are tested, ruined and sparked. Meanwhile, Carlotta's salon is under fire in more ways than one, turning everyone's world upside-down.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Star Season 3 Episode 4 - All Falls Down
    8.9/10(51 votes)

    #4 - All Falls Down

    S3:E4

    Still stressed and grieving, Carlotta lands celebrity host Ryan J to host Gravity Media's Snowball event, but it doesn't come easy. Meanwhile, Star finds out that Maurice stole from her, and Derek becomes skeptical about Alex's super-fan-turned-bestie, Olivia. Then, Simone is asked to speak at the Orange Ball; Cassie does business with her ex, Xander; Maurice gets a blast from the past; and someone's fate is revealed.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Star Season 2 Episode 8 - A House Divided
    8.8/10(58 votes)

    #5 - A House Divided

    S2:E8

    Although Carlotta enjoys spending more time with Maurice, her family remains her No. 1 priority and she'll let nothing stop her from protecting them. Meanwhile, things don't go as planned during an interview with radio hosts Headkrack and Da Brat, which Midtown had arranged for its artists to promote the upcoming showcase. Also, Elliot is eager to take his relationship with Cotton to the next level, Jahil realizes he and Brody have a lot more in common than expected and the love triangle drama between Noah, Alex and Star intensifies.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Star Season 3 Episode 2 - Who's the Daddy
    8.8/10(52 votes)

    #6 - Who's the Daddy

    S3:E2

    When Mateo pulls a shocking stunt to reveal Star's pregnancy, the social media trolls go wild. Meanwhile, Simone faces a choice between her marriage and career, Carlotta and Cassie continue to battle it out and Maurice and Cassie team up for an unlikely ploy. Then, Derek returns home to find Miss Ruby in trouble.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Star Season 3 Episode 6 - Ante Up
    8.7/10(49 votes)

    #7 - Ante Up

    S3:E6

    In an effort to boost ticket sales, Mateo brings on controversial rapper Lil Dini, who clashes with Take 3. Star and Noah confide in each other about their relationship issues and Simone is put in a sticky situation when Jackson is cast as her co-star in a movie. Meanwhile, Derek's keeping a secret, Cotton's suspicions about Cassie grow and Xander pushes Cassie to find the rat in her organization.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Randy Huggins

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  8. Star Season 3 Episode 8 - Roots and Wings
    8.7/10(50 votes)

    #8 - Roots and Wings

    S3:E8

    Carlotta returns to Gravity Records, but finds out a lot has changed. Star meets Jackson's mother, Becky, and makes a shocking discovery. Meanwhile, Simone asks Nina for help when Angel returns in an unlikely way; Alex, still reeling from her fight with Derek, struggles with writing her own music; and Noah becomes dangerously paranoid and enlists his father, Bobby, as his new manager. Then, Cassie and Carlotta take steps towards making amends and Carlotta finds healing in confronting her father, Calvin.

    Director:Scott Peters
    Writer:Jewel McPherson

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  9. Star Season 3 Episode 9 - Zion
    8.7/10(49 votes)

    #9 - Zion

    S3:E9

    Carlotta does what she can to make the Rhythm and Bells Festival a success. However, challenges arise when Star ends up in a legal bind, Alex makes a major career move, Simone is hiding a secret and Cassie gets out of jail seeking revenge. Meanwhile, Derek and Ruby volunteer at the shelter, where Ruby comes face-to-face with the man who attacked her. Then, tempers flare as Carlotta and Cassie's father, Calvin, shows up unexpectedly.

    Director:Bille Woodruff
    Writer:Karin Gist

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  10. Star Season 2 Episode 18 - Thirty Days to Famous
    8.6/10(62 votes)

    #10 - Thirty Days to Famous

    S2:E18

    When egos clash, Take 3's future as a group is at risk. Noah's continued substance use jeopardizes his relationships with the people who care about him most and Simone and Angel's relationship faces the biggest test yet. Meanwhile, Ayanna undergoes a major life change and Cassie and Carlotta's sibling feud comes to a head.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Star Season 3 Episode 13 - The Reckoning
    8.6/10(37 votes)

    #11 - The Reckoning

    S3:E13

    Under Mateo's hand, Gravity Media's finances are in the gutter and the team must pull off a successful ASA party to get back in the game. Carlotta returns and jumps right back into cleaning up everyone's mess. Cassie closes in on Xander and digs into the past, after her father's bombshell. Meanwhile, Simone watches over Star as Noah wrestles with his demons, and Alex and GiGi's rivalry takes a new turn.

    Director:Joe Leonard
    Writers:Kimberly A. Harrison, Ruth Ferrera

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  12. Star Season 2 Episode 5 - May the Best Manager Win
    8.5/10(63 votes)

    #12 - May the Best Manager Win

    S2:E5

    Ayana is quickly reminded of the tremendous pressure she is under to make her family proud, when her father - a legendary music label executive - pays a visit to Midtown. Alex continues to be haunted by her lies to Derek; Star and Simone differ on how best to deal with Brody's mysterious return; and Noah faces a tense encounter with the police during an event thrown by the label. Meanwhile, Jahil works on a plan to debut a new duo he's discovered, featuring his nephew, Angel, and Ayanna's assistant.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Star Season 2 Episode 15 - Let the Good Times Roll
    8.5/10(45 votes)

    #13 - Let the Good Times Roll

    S2:E15

    Next up for the Midtown Sound artists is a scheduled performance at a Pride Parade in New Orleans, but when a safety threat puts them on lockdown, they are forced to face their issues head-on. Meanwhile, Alex's mother, Rose Crane, makes a selfish surprise visit to see her daughter in light of recent news surrounding her husband. Then, Maurice's job is on the line when Ayanna returns to the label and quickly learns that Natalie, the regional promoter he's brought on, is up to no good. Also, Cotton tries to connect her identity and her past, and Derek is at odds with grandma Ruby.

    Director:Chris Robinson
    Writers:Jewel McPherson, Leo Richardson

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  14. Star Season 2 Episode 16 - Take It or Leave It
    8.5/10(45 votes)

    #14 - Take It or Leave It

    S2:E16

    Tired of sitting on the sidelines, Star seizes an opportunity to stand out. Meanwhile, Maurice is presented with a task to help redeem himself, but is faced with an ultimatum that may cause even more drama for the Midtown Sound artists. Then, Andy and Angel clash with Jahil, and Cotton is put in a tough situation to help someone she loves.

    Director:Paul McCrane
    Writer:Moisés Zamora

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  15. Star Season 3 Episode 3 - A Family Affair
    8.5/10(55 votes)

    #15 - A Family Affair

    S3:E3

    In an attempt to "go legit," Cassie embarks on a new venture with a businessman, that interferes with Carlotta's work. Meanwhile, Noah struggles with making a contract decision under the watch of his father, Bobby, who is now back in his life. Then, still struggling with the death of a super-fan's sister, Alex helps the fan start a music career. Also, a shocking discovery causes Star to take family a little more seriously, Simone finds out a secret about Mateo she can't keep to herself and Andy is back in trouble.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Star Season 3 Episode 7 - Karma
    8.5/10(48 votes)

    #16 - Karma

    S3:E7

    Gravity Media recruits social media influencer Chloe David to attract more attention to Carlotta's festival, but Take 3's plan to hijack attention to their album doesn't go as planned. Cassie's relationship with Xander gets more complicated and Star must face her fears in order to build her family with Jax. Meanwhile, Detective Montero puts Derek in a dangerous position that could cost him everything.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Star Season 3 Episode 10 - When Stars Fall
    8.5/10(42 votes)

    #17 - When Stars Fall

    S3:E10

    After giving birth, Star ends up jeopardizing everything she has worked for, while Simone fights for her family. Meanwhile, Carlotta opens up about buried trauma from her past, Cassie puts her neck on the line to save her nephew, Alex's career is skyrocketing and the team begins to think about the future of their musical careers.

    Director:Chris Robinson
    Writer:Ester Lou Weithers

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  18. Star Season 3 Episode 11 - Watch the Throne
    8.5/10(42 votes)

    #18 - Watch the Throne

    S3:E11

    Star's situation with the law intensifies, while Noah juggles new priorities. Gigi and Alex face off to see who will be number one at the label. Meanwhile, Simone, Mateo and Derek fight city council to make Atlanta a sanctuary city in order to get Angel home.

    Director:Anna Mastro
    Writer:Michael C. Martin

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  19. Star Season 2 Episode 4 - It Ain't Over
    8.4/10(67 votes)

    #19 - It Ain't Over

    S2:E4

    A rattled Star is reeling with emotions, while dealing with the sudden reappearance of her father. A huge opportunity for the girls to perform at the record label party is put into jeopardy after they react to learning that Ayanna has hired Rachel Wells as the label's new social media strategist. Meanwhile, Derek struggles with facing the truth about his fate; Carlotta finds a place of solace; and Cotton begins to bond with her father, Jahil, over their shared pain.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Star Season 2 Episode 7 - Ghetto Symphony
    8.4/10(58 votes)

    #20 - Ghetto Symphony

    S2:E7

    Star's jealousy finally kicks in when Noah and Alex begin spending more time together, both inside and outside of the studio. Ayanna throws a curveball, moving the showcase date up - giving everyone only two weeks to prepare. Worried about Cotton, Carlotta and Jahil team up to get to the bottom of her recent change in behavior. Meanwhile, Maurice steps in to help Noah get back on his feet, when he notices him struggling to catch a break.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Star Season 2 Episode 10 - Rise From the Ashes
    8.4/10(50 votes)

    #21 - Rise From the Ashes

    S2:E10

    Carlotta is devastated after the fire that resulted in someone's death. As she tries to pick up the pieces, her mother, Miss Christine, and sister, Cassie, unexpectedly show up. Meanwhile, Star struggles to hide her jealousy and feelings for Noah, while Gigi decides to do "Take 3" a favor that could put them back on the map

    Director:Kevin Tancharoen
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Star Season 2 Episode 11 - Take it to Church
    8.4/10(55 votes)

    #22 - Take it to Church

    S2:E11

    Charles makes a decision about Noah's upcoming tour that leaves Take 3 in a tough spot. Jahil remains committed to doing whatever it takes to make sure Andy and Angel get to the top. Meanwhile, Ayanna returns and drops a bombshell that will have a major effect on Simone's future, and Carlotta's past is relived through one of the girls.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Star Season 2 Episode 12 - Dreamers
    8.4/10(52 votes)

    #23 - Dreamers

    S2:E12

    Rapper Quavo is recruited to join Midtown Sound, which causes drama with Noah, who is still harboring ill feelings towards him from their past. Meanwhile, secrets about Angel's family are revealed when his mother, Paola returns. Then, Arlene's twin sister, Charlene, visits Atlanta to learn the truth about her sister's death, and Star has a revelation about her mother's final days.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Star Season 2 Episode 13 - Forward (E)Motion
    8.4/10(46 votes)

    #24 - Forward (E)Motion

    S2:E13

    Major competition ensues between Midtown Sound artists Take 3 and Noah Brooks when they fight for a coveted track produced by one of the industry's hottest producers. Blasts from the past are in full effect when Paola and Jahil explore their complicated history, Noah and Alex revisit their time together and Derek invites a date to the salon's reopening celebration.

    Director:Jamie Travis
    Writer:Jen Klein

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  25. Star Season 2 Episode 14 - After the Set, It's the Afterparty
    8.4/10(42 votes)

    #25 - After the Set, It's the Afterparty

    S2:E14

    Maurice brings in an old friend and regional promoter, Natalie, to help put the artists of Midtown Sound on the map. Competition and jealousy rise among the artists on their first gig as a collective, while Andy struggles with his dreams versus his parents' expectations. Alex and Noah finally get Star's approval, but the relationship is tested by a run-in with groupies. Meanwhile, Cassie offers Miss Bruce a job and Cotton makes a life-changing discovery about her past.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Mrs. Rivera" is the best rated episode of "Star". It scored 9.1/10 based on 56 votes. Directed by Tamra Davis and written by Nina Gloster, Kimberly A. Harrison, it aired on 5/16/2018. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Secrets & Lies".