Star-Crossed (2014)
A forbidden interspecies romance unfolds against a backdrop of political tension and prejudice in this ambitious CW sci-fi drama.
Star-Crossed - Series Information
- Original Title: Star-Crossed
- First Air Year: 2014
- Last Air Year: 2014
- Created by: Meredith Averill
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (42 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 13
- Status: Canceled
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: February 17, 2014 (United States - TV-14), February 17, 2014 (United Kingdom - 12), February 17, 2014 (Germany - 12), February 17, 2014 (France - 12), February 17, 2014 (Spain - 13)
- Networks: The CW
- Production Companies: Isla Producciones
- Production Countries: United States of America
- Alternative Titles: Кръстосани звезди (BG), 跨星之恋 (CN)
Star-Crossed - Plot
Passion and politics threaten the peace and an epic romance ignites between a human girl and an alien boy when he and eight others of his kind (The Orion 9) are integrated into a suburban high school 10 years after they and hundreds of others landed on Earth and were immediately consigned to an internment camp where they've been imprisoned ever since.
Star-Crossed - Trailer
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Two worlds. Two lives. One hope.
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Star-Crossed - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Meredith Averill
Main Cast
- Aimee Teegarden
- Matt Lanter
- Grey Damon
- Greg Finley
- Chelsea Gilligan
- Brina Palencia
- Natalie Hall
- Tom Bui
- Jesse Luken
- Melise
Writers
- Meredith Averill
- Robert Hewitt Wolfe
- Jay Faerber
- Yolonda E. Lawrence
- Marc Halsey
Star-Crossed - FAQs
Is Star-Crossed based on a true story?
Star-Crossed is entirely fictional. Creator Meredith Averill drew inspiration from classic forbidden-romance narratives — most notably Romeo and Juliet — transplanting that timeless tension into a sci-fi setting where human-alien prejudice replaces feuding families as the central obstacle to love.
Why was Star-Crossed cancelled after one season?
The CW cancelled Star-Crossed in May 2014 after its single 13-episode run due to low ratings. Despite a passionate fan following, viewership numbers were not strong enough to justify renewal, making it one of several ambitious genre experiments the network ultimately could not sustain.
Where can you watch Star-Crossed online?
Star-Crossed is available to purchase digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. There is currently no subscription streaming option, so buying individual episodes or the full season is the most straightforward way to revisit or discover the series.
Who plays Roman and Emery in Star-Crossed?
Matt Lanter plays Roman, the Atrian alien boy at the heart of the series, while Aimee Teegarden portrays Emery Whitehill, the human girl who falls for him. Their on-screen chemistry was widely praised as one of the show's strongest assets by fans and critics alike.
What is Star-Crossed actually about?
Set a decade after alien refugees called Atrians crash-landed on Earth and were confined to internment camps, the series follows nine of them — the Orion 9 — as they integrate into a suburban high school. Romance, political tension, and prejudice collide as two worlds are forced to coexist.
How was Star-Crossed received by critics?
Critical reception was mixed. Reviewers appreciated the show's ambitious blend of sci-fi world-building and teen romance, and praised the lead performances, but some felt the pacing and dialogue leaned too heavily on genre conventions. Audience enthusiasm, particularly online, outpaced the critical consensus considerably.
What are some shows similar to Star-Crossed?
Fans of Star-Crossed often enjoy Roswell, which shares the alien-romance-in-a-small-town premise, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer for its blend of supernatural drama and high school life. Supergirl and Farscape also appeal to viewers drawn to character-driven sci-fi with strong emotional stakes.
Who created Star-Crossed and wrote for the series?
Star-Crossed was created by Meredith Averill, who also served as a writer on the series. The writing team included Robert Hewitt Wolfe, Jay Faerber, Adele Lim, and Yolonda E. Lawrence, among others — a diverse group of genre-experienced writers who helped shape the show's world and mythology.
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