The Best Episodes of Star Season 1

Episode Rankings

1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   6.7/10(177 votes)

   #1 - Pilot

   S1:E112/14/2016

   Star, a tough-as-nails young woman who came up in the foster care system, tracks down her sister, Simone, and her Instagram bestie, Alexanndra, and together, the trio journeys to Atlanta with the hope of becoming music superstars.

   Director:Lee Daniels

   Writers:Tom Donaghy, Lee Daniels

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   Director:Lee Daniels

   Writers:Tom Donaghy, Lee Daniels
2. 

   7.0/10(135 votes)

   #2 - The Devil You Know

   S1:E21/4/2017

   While Star, Alexandra and Simone work on a demo for their chance to perform at a music festival, Roland Crane and his wife, Rose come into town, revealing a big secret that threatens to destroy the group. Star then goes to extreme measures and risks it all to try to get her music produced by Roland. Meanwhile, Carlotta and Jahil go head-to-head, each trying to keep their secrets buried as someone's life hangs in the balance.

   Director:Lee Daniels

   Writer:Lee Daniels

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   Director:Lee Daniels

   Writer:Lee Daniels
3. 

   7.6/10(119 votes)

   #3 - Next of Kin

   S1:E31/11/2017

   Carlotta's protective nature is in full force as someone close to her is in jeopardy. Trying to raise enough money for a recording session, Jahil finds himself in great danger. Meanwhile, Simone's past continues to haunt her and Star goes to great lengths to make sure her sister is safe.

   Director:Unknown

   Writer:Unknown

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4. 

   7.5/10(105 votes)

   #4 - Code of Silence

   S1:E41/18/2017

   Carlotta continues to search for the truth about Simone and Star's past, as a familiar face reaches out for Jahil's help. Meanwhile, Miss Bruce works on preparing the salon to compete in an upcoming hair show.

   Director:Unknown

   Writer:Unknown

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5. 

   7.4/10(98 votes)

   #5 - New Voices

   S1:E51/25/2017

   After getting a glimpse of their local competition, tensions rise between the three girls as they work on revamping their style. Simone discovers old tapes of her mother's, but Carlotta wants nothing to do with them - and she isn't the only one who feels that way. Meanwhile, Star puts her new relationship in jeopardy and Jahil finds himself in a sticky situation of his own.

   Director:Unknown

   Writer:Thomas Westfall

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   Writer:Thomas Westfall
6. 

   7.2/10(91 votes)

   #6 - Infamous

   S1:E62/1/2017

   When Star, Simone and Alex are invited to perform at a fancy charity event, Jahil puts Alex in the lead and strongly encourages Star to ditch Hunter. Ultimately, Star still manages to be the star, while Jahil dodges a debt.

   Director:Unknown

   Writer:Unknown

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   7.2/10(95 votes)

   #7 - Black Wherever I Go

   S1:E72/8/2017

   Things get out of control during a rally Derek organizes in response to the sudden loss of a close friend. Then, when Star doesn't show up for an important rehearsal, Alex and Simone are forced to have someone else step in for her.

   Director:Kevin Tancharoen

   Writer:Unknown

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   Director:Kevin Tancharoen

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8. 

   7.4/10(94 votes)

   #8 - Mama's Boy

   S1:E82/15/2017

   During a neighborhood block party fundraiser, Hunter surprises Star by inviting superstar recording artist/producer Pumpkin to the event. Alexandra revaluates her dreams of stardom when her mother, Rose Spencer, shows up with an irresistible proposal. Meanwhile, Jahil explores a new opportunity and Cotton agrees to meet with Pastor Harris, hoping to mend her relationship with her mother.

   Director:Unknown

   Writer:Unknown

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9. 

   7.7/10(85 votes)

   #9 - Alibi

   S1:E92/22/2017

   Otis' murder wreaks havoc on God's Blessings Beauty Salon, and threatens to break up the family. More information is revealed about Carlotta's troubled past, Jahil is faced with an ultimatum and Cotton moves out.

   Director:Unknown

   Writer:Unknown

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10. 

    7.9/10(94 votes)

    #10 - Boy Trouble

    S1:E103/1/2017

    As the girls get ready for Atlanta Next Fest, a shocking development puts the group and their dreams in jeopardy. Meanwhile, Carlotta and Cotton are still at odds, but when a secret comes out, it changes things forever and the girls learn some shocking news.

    Director:Unknown

    Writer:Unknown

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11. 

    7.6/10(87 votes)

    #11 - Saving Face

    S1:E113/8/2017

    Star and Hunter take their relationship to the next level, while Rose returns to help Alex and Derek deal with the aftermath of a traumatic experience. Carlotta reveals her reasoning for keeping a secret to herself for all of these years, and Cotton does the unthinkable to the one person she trusts the most. Meanwhile, the girls have a publicity photo shoot with social media guru Rachel Wells, and someone is finally arrested and charged for Otis' murder.

    Director:Unknown

    Writer:Unknown

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12. 

    7.9/10(95 votes)

    #12 - Showtime

    S1:E123/15/2017

    Star is troubled as she deals with the aftermath of Hunter's actions, while Derek and Alex struggle to make an important decision about their future. With Atlanta NextFest quickly approaching, the girls are putting the finishing touches on their routine. Will it be enough or will this be the end of their musical dream? Carlotta is determined to mend broken relationships, while Jahil tries to get back in the good graces of the girls.

    Director:Unknown

    Writer:Unknown

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