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The Worst Episodes of Star

Every episode of Star ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst 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 tracks down her sister, Simone, and her Instagram bestie, Alexandra, and together, the trio journeys to Atlanta with the hope of becoming music superstars.

Genre:Drama
Network:FOX

Lowest Rated Episodes Summary

The worst episode of "Star" is "Pilot", rated 6.6/10 from 166 user votes. It was directed by Lee Daniels and written by Lee Daniels, Tom Donaghy. "Pilot" aired on 12/14/2016 and is rated 0.3 point(s) lower than the second lowest rated, "The Devil You Know".

  • Pilot
    6.6/10 166 votes

    #1 - Pilot

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 12/14/2016

    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

    Writer: Lee Daniels, Tom Donaghy

  • The Devil You Know
    6.9/10 133 votes

    #2 - The Devil You Know

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 1/4/2017

    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

  • Black Wherever I Go
    7.0/10 93 votes

    #3 - Black Wherever I Go

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 2/8/2017

    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: N/A

  • Infamous
    7.1/10 89 votes

    #4 - Infamous

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 2/1/2017

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Mama's Boy
    7.2/10 92 votes

    #5 - Mama's Boy

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 2/15/2017

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Code of Silence
    7.3/10 103 votes

    #6 - Code of Silence

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 1/18/2017

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • New Voices
    7.3/10 96 votes

    #7 - New Voices

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 1/25/2017

    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: N/A

    Writer: Thomas Westfall

  • The Winner Takes It All
    7.3/10 85 votes

    #8 - The Winner Takes It All

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 9/27/2017

    While still dealing with the repercussions of Hunter's death, Star goes to great lengths to assure that the group gets a release date for their album. A frustrated Simone struggles with bullying and Alexandra moves in with Derek despite the hardships they've experienced. Meanwhile, Carlotta faces difficult decisions when it comes to managing the group and turns to Jamal Lyon for advice.

    Director: Lee Daniels

    Writer: N/A

  • Saving Face
    7.4/10 84 votes

    #9 - Saving Face

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 3/8/2017

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Next of Kin
    7.5/10 117 votes

    #10 - Next of Kin

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 1/11/2017

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Insecure
    7.5/10 76 votes

    #11 - Insecure

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 10/4/2017

    The girls receive a rude awakening when the fierce new label head, Ayanna, demands they re-brand their image in order to have a shot at competing with the label's other talented artists. A disgruntled Star chooses to take matters into her own hands, causing tensions between her and Carlotta to escalate. Meanwhile, Alex, Simone and Cotton all struggle with adjusting to some major life changes.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Alibi
    7.6/10 83 votes

    #12 - Alibi

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 2/22/2017

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Boy Trouble
    7.7/10 92 votes

    #13 - Boy Trouble

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 3/1/2017

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Showtime
    7.8/10 93 votes

    #14 - Showtime

    Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 3/15/2017

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Toxic
    7.8/10 38 votes

    #15 - Toxic

    Season 3 Episode 12 - Aired 3/27/2019

    Alex and Gigi's rivalry heats up; Star struggles with being away from Davis; Noah battles his old vice; Miss Bruce, Simone and Cotton make a startling discovery that could help Star get out of jail.

    Director: Tasha Smith

    Writer: Leo Richardson

  • Amazing Grace
    7.9/10 40 votes

    #16 - Amazing Grace

    Season 3 Episode 14 - Aired 4/10/2019

    Carlotta and Gravity throw a Legend Tribute concert to campaign for the ASA Awards. When Star's health takes a turn for the worse, Simone is put in a difficult decision. Meanwhile, Alex attempts to trust her family again, Cassie and Maurice's relationship reaches new heights and Noah grapples with his reality after a visit from his mother, Dianne. Gigi makes a career changing choice and Cassie takes matters into her own hands with her father.

    Director: Mario Van Peebles

    Writer: Nina Gloster

  • When the Levee Breaks
    7.9/10 55 votes

    #17 - When the Levee Breaks

    Season 3 Episode 18 - Aired 5/8/2019

    The ASAs finally arrive and Take 3 fights Amber Drake for the top spot. Alex prepares for her wedding, but someone from her past returns to wreak havoc on her big day. Meanwhile, Star finally makes a decision about Davis, Carlotta continues to mend things with Rashad and the season ends with a bang.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Faking It
    8.0/10 51 votes

    #18 - Faking It

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 11/15/2017

    With all of the flack the label is catching from the tragic police incident, Ayanna must quickly restore Midtown's image. Desperate for a spot in the showcase, the girls work on convincing hot recording artist Joyce Sheree to sing a featured verse on one of their songs. Carlotta continues to fight for custody of Simone, a misleading photo of Noah and Alex goes viral and Cotton juggles two relationships. Meanwhile, Brody's motivation for his return to Atlanta is revealed.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Square One
    8.0/10 39 votes

    #19 - Square One

    Season 3 Episode 16 - Aired 4/24/2019

    To campaign for the ASA Awards, Gravity throws an Easter brunch showcasing their artists, but as the awards draw nearer, the future of Take 3 and their solo careers are on the line. As the label faces possible bankruptcy, Carlotta must rally the troops to woo Empire executive, Giselle, in hopes she will invest. Star struggles to juggle Davis and her career, and clashes with Noah's mom, Dianne. Meanwhile, Alex plans for her future and Simone doubles down on her activism, which puts Angel in danger.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Ghetto Symphony
    8.1/10 55 votes

    #20 - Ghetto Symphony

    Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 11/22/2017

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Forward (E)Motion
    8.1/10 44 votes

    #21 - Forward (E)Motion

    Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 4/17/2018

    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

  • Rise From the Ashes
    8.2/10 48 votes

    #22 - Rise From the Ashes

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 3/28/2018

    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: N/A

  • Watch the Throne
    8.2/10 40 votes

    #23 - 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 Reckoning
    8.2/10 36 votes

    #24 - The Reckoning

    Season 3 Episode 13 - Aired 4/3/2019

    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

    Writer: Kimberly A. Harrison, Ruth Ferrera

  • FUA...Good Night
    8.3/10 58 votes

    #25 - 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