The BEST episodes of Star season 2

Every episode of Star season 2, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Star season 2!

Star, her sister Simone, and their friend Alex are three talented young singers who navigate the music business on their road to success in Atlanta, where Star and Simone's long lost godmother Carlotta lives. They'll soon learn that success is not only about the music, but also drama, sacrifice and pain.

Last Updated: 2/14/2024Network: FOXStatus: Ended
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Thirty Days to Famous
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8.48
151 votes

#1 - Thirty Days to Famous

Season 2 - Episode 18 - Aired 5/23/2018

Take 3’s future as a group is at risk; Noah’s substance abuse jeopardizes his relationships; Simone and Angel’s relationship is tested; Ayanna undergoes a major life change; Cassie and Carlotta’s sibling feud comes to a head.

Directors: John Krokidas
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Climax
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8.13
192 votes

#2 - 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.

Directors: Bille Woodruff
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Mrs. Rivera
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8.04
158 votes

#3 - 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.

Directors: Tamra Davis
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Take it to Church
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7.93
164 votes

#4 - 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.

Directors: Wiz Khalifa
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Forward (E)Motion
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7.92
162 votes

#5 - Forward (E)Motion

Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 4/18/2018

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.

Directors: Jamie Travis
Writer: Jen Klein
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Rise From the Ashes
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7.90
178 votes

#6 - 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

Directors: Kevin Tancharoen
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A House Divided
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7.90
192 votes

#7 - 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.

Directors: Paul McCrane
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Take It or Leave It
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7.85
137 votes

#8 - 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.

Directors: Paul McCrane
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The Winner Takes It All
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7.84
278 votes

#9 - The Winner Takes It All

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/27/2017

The girls with Carlotta as their manager – continue to face roadblocks, despite their victory at Atlanta NextFest. 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, causing the STAR and EMPIRE worlds to collide as Jamal Lyon is sought for advice. Crossover episode with Empire Season 4, Episode 1.

Directors: Lee Daniels
Writer: Karin Gist
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Insecure
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7.81
286 votes

#10 - 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.

Directors: Chris Robinson
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It Ain't Over
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7.80
253 votes

#11 - 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.

Writer: Tom Donaghy
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Faking It
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7.78
205 votes

#12 - 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.

Directors: Tamra Davis
Writer: Jen Klein
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Let the Good Times Roll
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7.76
152 votes

#13 - 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.

Directors: Chris Robinson
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After the Set, It's the Afterparty
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7.76
156 votes

#14 - 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.

Directors: John Krokidas
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Dreamers
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7.75
155 votes

#15 - 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.

Writer: Katie Wech
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Ghetto Symphony
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7.72
180 votes

#16 - Ghetto Symphony

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/29/2017

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

Directors: Chris Robinson
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May the Best Manager Win
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7.70
206 votes

#17 - 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.

Directors: Bille Woodruff
Writer: Katie Wech
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FUA...Good Night!
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7.66
257 votes

#18 - 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.

Directors: Paul McCrane
Writer: Robert Munic
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