9.2/1052 votesLoading...#1 - Mrs. Rivera
Season 2 Episode 17 - Aired 5/16/2018
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
Writer: Kimberly A. Harrison, Nina Gloster
9.1/1065 votesLoading...#2 - Secrets & Lies
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 9/26/2018
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: N/A
Writer: N/A
9.1/1050 votesLoading...#3 - All Falls Down
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 10/17/2018
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: N/A
Writer: N/A
9.0/1055 votesLoading...#4 - A House Divided
Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 12/6/2017
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: N/A
Writer: N/A
9.0/1061 votesLoading...#5 - Climax
Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 12/13/2017
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: N/A
Writer: N/A
9.0/1050 votesLoading...#6 - Who's the Daddy
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 10/3/2018
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: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.9/1046 votesLoading...#7 - Ante Up
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 11/7/2018
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: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.9/1047 votesLoading...#8 - Zion
Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 12/5/2018
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
8.8/1048 votesLoading...#9 - Roots and Wings
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 11/28/2018
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
8.7/1042 votesLoading...#10 - Take It or Leave It
Season 2 Episode 16 - Aired 5/9/2018
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
8.7/1053 votesLoading...#11 - A Family Affair
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 10/10/2018
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: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.7/1040 votesLoading...#12 - When Stars Fall
Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 3/13/2019
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
8.7/1039 votesLoading...#13 - Proud Mary Keep On
Season 3 Episode 17 - Aired 5/1/2019
Everyone is on edge, but the girls must stay focused on the events leading up to the ASAs. Star and Noah struggle with parenthood while being in the spotlight, as Alex deals with her father's retaliation for her refusing his "gifts." Meanwhile, Cassie continues to manage Rashad's music career and Carlotta makes a shocking discovery that will change the lives of many.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.6/1064 votesLoading...#14 - It Ain't Over
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 10/18/2017
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: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.6/1060 votesLoading...#15 - May the Best Manager Win
Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 11/8/2017
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: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.6/1052 votesLoading...#16 - Take it to Church
Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 4/4/2018
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: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.6/1049 votesLoading...#17 - Dreamers
Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 4/11/2018
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: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.6/1039 votesLoading...#18 - After the Set, It's the Afterparty
Season 2 Episode 14 - Aired 4/25/2018
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: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.6/1041 votesLoading...#19 - Let the Good Times Roll
Season 2 Episode 15 - Aired 5/2/2018
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
Writer: Leo Richardson, Jewel McPherson
8.6/1045 votesLoading...#20 - Someday We'll All Be Free
Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 11/1/2018
Carlotta goes missing, suspicions about Olivia rise as she continues to pursue a friendship with Alex to cope with the loss of her sister. Maurice and Mateo settle on an agreement that tests Noah's loyalty. Miss Bruce and Bobby connect over their similar pasts and Noah, Simone, and Star try to keep Carlotta's Music Festival afloat in her absence.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.6/1046 votesLoading...#21 - Karma
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 11/14/2018
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: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.6/1038 votesLoading...#22 - Lean On Me
Season 3 Episode 15 - Aired 4/17/2019
Simone and Alex prepare to compete against newcomer Amber for their ASA performance. Noah's father, Bobby, returns to help Noah with his sobriety and fatherhood. Meanwhile, Miss Christine, Cousin Duke and Cousin Rashad come to town, much to the chagrin of Carlotta and Cassie. Then, Leon makes Cotton an offer.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.5/1058 votesLoading...#23 - FUA...Good Night
Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 10/11/2017
While preparing for an upcoming TV appearance with recording artist Noah Brooks, the girls quickly learn that they will be singing backup instead of co-headlining the performance. Anxious for the girls' next big move, Carlotta turns to the new A&R executive, Maurice, for help on a new deal. Meanwhile, Jahil tries his hand at producing music, Cotton struggles with starting her new job and Star comes face-to-face with an unexpected person from her past.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.5/1057 votesLoading...#24 - Thirty Days to Famous
Season 2 Episode 18 - Aired 5/23/2018
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: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.5/1040 votesLoading...#25 - Watch the Throne
Season 3 Episode 11 - Aired 3/20/2019
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
The Best Episodes of Star
Every episode of Star ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Star!
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...
Genre:Drama
Network:FOX
Best Episodes Summary
"Mrs. Rivera" is the best rated episode of "Star". It scored 9.2/10 based on 52 votes. Directed by Tamra Davis and written by Kimberly A. Harrison, Nina Gloster, it aired on 5/16/2018. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Secrets & Lies".