The BEST episodes of High School Star Musical
Every episode of High School Star Musical ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of High School Star Musical!
Hoshitani Yuta enters Ayanagi Academy, a school focusing on show business activities, specifically music. The academy has a group of the grade three students with the highest grades in the musical department, and they are known as the Kao Kai (Cherry Blossom Flower Association). This organization stands at the top of the pecking order within the academy. The shortcut to entering the musical department is to enter the Star Frame class, which is directly taught by the members, and to be recognized by them. Unfortunately, due to their own problems, students Nayuki Toru, Tsukigami Kaito, Tengenji Kakeru, Kuga Shu and Hoshitani Yuta are all struggling to even remain candidates for the musical department. By a stroke of luck, however, the five are spotted by Kao Kai member Otori, and they pique his interest.
#1 - Act 4
Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/22/2019
The plan of Hoshitani and the others to go on strike backfires, and, as a precaution, the Kao Council separates Team Hiragi from their friends. At a loss of what to do, the remaining company members are left feeling dejected, so Hoshitani takes off to go see the isolated Team Hiragi and his friends hear nothing else from him for the rest of the day. Meanwhile, within the monolithic Kao Council, Kasugano can't shake the sense of unease that he feels. He finds his attention drawn to Shiki, who is working extra hard in his position as leader.
#2 - Act 8
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 5/23/2017
The mood around the training camp has darkened considerably as everyone has noticed Ageha's absences at practice. After the shock of Haruto's scathing words Ageha has shut himself in his room and refuses to come out. No one feels Ageha's absence more than Hoshitani, who is concerned for a person he sees as a friend, but when he tries to speak with Ageha he is quickly turned away. Lamenting to his friends Hoshitani wonders if he can really do anything to help. The best advice comest from an unexpected source and Hoshitani is even determined to coax Ageha out of his room for sure.
#3 - Act 9
Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/30/2017
The announcement of the results of the training role auditions creeps ever closer as the boys change gears from team to individual auditions. Things are finally going well between Hoshitani and Ageha, but Hoshitani notices that Nayuki suddenly seems to be avoiding him. Naturally concerned Hoshitani tries to reach out to his friend but Nayuki only pushes him away more. With the auditions now an indiviual challenge Nayuki finds himself feeling inadequate compared to his diversely talented team mates and competitors. Just when it seems as though Nayuki is about to give up he finds that he is not alone in how he feels.
#4 - Act 10
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 6/6/2017
Suddenly being thrust into a main role has left Hoshitani reeling. While he is happy to finally be given the chance to perform on stage with his admired senpai, Otori, Hoshitani finds himself in an unusual slump when it comes to practicing the critical duet between Lambert and Alexis. No matter how many times they practice Hoshitani simply chokes in the middle of the song. His friends all assume it's just nerves but when Hoshitani mysteriously goes missing one day mild concern turns into panic as they each split up to find him. Will Hoshitani be able to shake off this slump and take on his new role as Lambert?
#5 - Act 11
Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 6/13/2017
With only a few days left until the graduation celebration performance the final details begin to fall into place. Thanks to Hiragi's prior encouragement and the support of all the treasured items from his friends, Hoshitani has found the confidence to step into the role of Lambert and go after his dream. Spirits are high during dress rehearsal and the stage is set for an amazing performance. As the show gets underway everything proceeds smoothly until an accident behind the scenes potentially puts one of the performers and the fate of the show at risk.
#6 - Act 12
Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 6/20/2017
Hoshitani has fallen into the trap room and injured his shoulder; yet, even in pain, he still wishes to continue on with the show despite the next scene involving a trying dance. Uozumi attempts to talk Hoshitani out of it ordering that Inumine go on in his place, however, once Inumine goes on stage, Hoshitani cannot take back the role. As Inumine readies himself to finish the play in Hoshitani's place, Ageha comes forward with a plan that would allow Hoshitani to go back out on stage, despite his injury. The fate of Hoshitani's dream and the finale of the show hangs in the balance...
#7 - Act 1
Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/1/2019
The start of the second term, Hoshitani and the others are prepping for their class production for the Ayanagi Festival. This will be their first production without their older mentors. Team Otori, Team Hiragi, Ageha, Hachiya, Kitahara, and Nanjo are all part of the same team this time and swear to do their best together. However, the current Kao Council is pushing for new reforms to the way things are usually done. The closing of the outdoor theater, former practice spaces that cannot be used anymore, and a school under transition... Does progress or chaos await? Now the curtain rises on the next chapter!
#8 - Act 2
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/8/2019
Team Hiragi has been removed from the class production on the orders of the Kao Council. The remaining members are at a loss, is the merry company already in the midst of a crisis?! Kitahara tells Hoshitani and the others to see the experience as a tough life lesson, while Tatsumi and Team Hiragi make it clear that they regret the circumstances, having wanted to perform with the others. Hoshitani finds himself conflicted, happy for his friends, but wanting to find some way to perform together. In the midst of his inner conflict, Hoshitani has an encounter with an unfamiliar and mysterious person.
#9 - Act 3
Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/15/2019
Instead of trying to get Team Hiragi back for their production, Hoshitani, Ageha, and Kitahara ask the Kao Council to join them in performing in Opening Ceremony. Sadly, however, their bold request is completely rejected. Hoshitani and the others refuse to give up and come up with a crazy gamble to try and break the deadlock. Meanwhile, Irinatsu has been tasked with composing the music for Opening Ceremony, but has been unable to find any inspiration and the song remains unfinished. Feeling the pressure from Fuyusawa, Irinatsu finds a distraction in Hoshitani and the others.
#10 - Act 7
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/16/2017
Now that Hoshitani realizes that Otori is his long admired high school student, he doesn't know what to do or how to act and his suddenly odd behavior begins to worry those around him. Meanwhile, Ageha is thrilled with finally getting to meet his "god", Tsukigami Haruto, and is eager to prove that he is the most suited for Haruto's former role. However, Haruto doesn't react to Ageha's performance as he had hoped and Ageha is thrown into doubt. As the Ancients get closer to make a decision on the training roles a surprise announcement is made that turns the entire audition on its head.
#11 - Act 5
Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/29/2019
Still unable to get permission to perform in Opening Ceremony and now facing the prospect that they will be excluded from the Ayanagi Festival all together, Hoshitani and the others try to at least get their class performance time slot back. However, through their exchanges with Irinatsu and Kasugano, positive feelings for wanting to be acknowledged by the Kao Council have begun to emerge in the group. Though others, such as Nanjo, voice their doubts and a past relationship between him and Fuyusawa lead the others to wonder where Nanjo's loyalties really lie.
#12 - Act 6
Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/5/2019
Using the information on the flash drive Nanjo procurred, Hoshitani and the others finally decide to take action to get approval from the Kao Council. However, in order for their plan to succeed, they need to communicate with Team Hiragi, and they're away at a training camp. Will they be able to reunite with Team Hiragi and execute their plan? An old friend conveniently appears right when things are looking precarious for this fateful stage.
#13 - Act 7
Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/12/2019
After Shiki appeared and said he will listen to what they have to say, Hoshitani can't help feeling somewhat nervous. He worries that his rudeness towards Shiki, when he didn't know who he was, will count against them. However, when Hoshitani consults with an old friend, he receives some surprising advice. Meanwhile, Shiki holds true to his promise to consider expanding the number of performers for Opening Ceremony. A meeting between the five members of the Kao Council takes place to discuss the matter.
#14 - Act 8
Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/19/2019
With Shiki's persuasion, the Kao Council decides to expand the number of performers for Opening Ceremony. Once again back to a 14-person company, Hoshitani and the others devote themselves to practice. Meanwhile, a slight rift is beginning to form between Shiki, who agreed to the second-years' request, and Fuyusawa, who is determined to avoid any risk of failure. The difference between their goals, ideals, and feelings becomes increasingly clear.
#15 - Act 9
Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/26/2019
Hoshitani and the other second-years have started to make progress, but an unsettling mood in the Kao Council threatens to disrupt things. Shiki and Fuyusawa have agreed to fight each other for their ideals, and their quarrel is messing with the other Kao Council members as well. At the same time, Tatsumi finds himself overtaken by certain feelings. Sawatari quietly watches over Tatsumi as he works out his thoughts. Sawatari takes a certain sense of pride in supporting Tatsumi as a childhood friend and a best friend.
#16 - Act 10
Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/2/2019
Opening Ceremony has been split into two stages. Rumors are spreading around the school that the Kao Council is divided and that Hoshitani and the other second-years are the cause. Shiki and Fuyusawa clash over their differences once again, and Fuyusawa angrily decides to take action. He completely calls into question Shiki's suitability to lead. "I'm with Shiki," Chiaki says, giving Fuyusawa one final warning now that he can no longer turn back.
#17 - Act 11
Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 9/9/2019
Team Otori is in low spirits due to Shiki's expulsion from the Kao Council. Knowing full well what it feels like to lose their coach, the boys do their best to reach out to Shiki and get through to him for the sake of his own team. Meanwhile, Fuyusawa can't help the empty feeling consuming him after his victory over Shiki. Tatsumi and the other members of Team Hiragi picks up on Fuyusawa's change and attempt to speak to him as well. Finally, the day of the Ayanagi Festival arrives...
#18 - Act 12
Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 9/16/2019
As the starting time for Opening Ceremony draws nearer, the seats in the theater begin to fill, yet there is no sign of Shiki. Worried, Hoshitani begs the others to give him time to go look for Shiki, but the rest of Team Otori insists on joining him. At the same time, Kasugano notices that Fuyusawa is acting strangely. The second-year students are hoping for all five members of the Kao Council to see their performance, and, in the face of their strong beliefs, Fuyusawa is finally moved. The curtain is now rising on the new future of Ayanagi Academy and the dreams of Hoshitani and company!
#19 - Act 10
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/8/2015
Otori suddenly left the school. Confusion, resentment, and suspicion swirl in Hoshitani's chest, which had not been told anything. However, the test stage will not wait ...! Team Otori tries to kill her anxiety and look in front of her, She thinks so, and the more she desperately feels, the more her hearts fall apart ... Meanwhile, Hoshitani invites Nayuki to "go out together once in a while!"
#20 - Act 2
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/13/2015
Hoshitani was able to remain a candidate for the musical department as a member of "team Otori" led by Otori, a heretic of the Hanasakurakai. However, although teammates Nayuki, Tengeji, Tsukiou, and Kukan are perfect, they all have some problems ... In the jerky air, an unusual practice by Otori begins. "Come on, Boys. It's time to play!"
#21 - Act 3
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/20/2015
After the first lesson, Hoshitani realized the difference in ability with his teammates, and every day he worked hard with the support of Nayuki. However, he couldn't keep up with the pace of training ... At last, the angry voice of Tengeji, the nobleman of the pear garden, flies to such Hoshitani! "Leave the team to survive" So pressed, Hoshiya-? And what is the mysterious secret of the angry Tengeji Temple? !!
#22 - Act 4
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/27/2015
The members of Team Otori have begun to be moved by Hoshitani, who continues to make efforts in a straightforward manner. However, only the Moon Emperor still did not try to get along with them. The pressure called "Thoroughbred in the musical world" and the complex to the great brother The moon emperor suffering alone. Knowing such anguish, Hoshitani ... And finally, the Star of Star frame, team Hiiragi, is here!
#23 - Act 5
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/3/2015
A test stage "Rookie unveiling performance" to survive as a musical department candidate Team Otori has finally begun to come together. However, Hoshitani's lack of power was still a big challenge for the team. At that time, Hoshitani and his friends witness the performance of Team Hiiragi, the Star of Star frame. Overwhelmed by its perfection, Hoshitani suddenly feels uneasy.
#24 - Act 6
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/10/2015
Finally, "Rookie unveiling performance". It is a tough test stage where half of the teams will drop out of the musical department candidates depending on the screening results. However, there are still uncertainties in Hoshitani's performance ... Even in the Shimouma criticism, team Otori, which is a gathering team, is "certainly dropped out" .... In order to support such students, Otori was planning a secret plan. As expected, the fate of team Otori is--!
#25 - Act 7
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/17/2015
Hoshitani and his colleagues have successfully completed the first semester as candidates for the musical department. However, the next test stage is coming up in the second semester. --so, At the suggestion of Otori, team Otori decided to hold an overnight training camp during the summer vacation. What was waiting for them in the villa area in the mountains that I visited-abandoned house? !! Bear? !! Or surprising people? !!