Star-Crossed
Star-Crossed

Star-Crossed

2014TV ShowCanceled1 SeasonEnglish

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.

Read Reviews

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Various DirectorsGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Romance

Plot Summary

In a dystopian future, humanity is divided into two warring factions: the technologically advanced aliens from the planet Roman and the humans on Earth. When a Roman spacecraft crashes on Earth, a young Roman named Romanus is discovered by a human family. He finds himself falling for Emery, a human girl, despite the intense animosity between their peoples. Their forbidden love becomes a symbol of hope for peace, but it also puts them in grave danger from both sides.

Critical Reception

Star-Crossed received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some appreciated its ambitious premise and romantic storyline, many found the execution to be flawed, citing weak character development, predictable plot points, and an inconsistent tone. Audience reception was also largely lukewarm, with the show struggling to gain a significant following.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique sci-fi romance concept.
  • Criticized for its underdeveloped characters and plot.
  • Noted for its visually appealing production design.

Google audience: Google user reviews for Star-Crossed are sparse, but the general sentiment indicates a mixed reception. Many viewers found the central romance engaging, while others felt the show suffered from common teen drama tropes and a lack of originality in its sci-fi elements.

Fun Fact

The series was filmed in Albuquerque, New Mexico, utilizing its diverse landscapes to stand in for both Earth and the alien planet Roman.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review