Series synopsis
Starstruck is a British comedy television series that premiered on BBC Three on April 25, 2021. It ended on September 11, 2023. It was created by Rose Matafeo. It stars Rose Matafeo, Nikesh Patel, Emma Sidi and Lorne MacFadyen.
A drunken New Year's Eve hook-up becomes far more complicated for Jessie when she discovers her one night stand is actually a film star.
Premise
A drunken New Year's Eve hook-up becomes far more complicated for Jessie when she discovers her one night stand is actually a film star.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Rose Matafeo as Jessie
- Nikesh Patel as Tom
- Emma Sidi as Kate
- Lorne MacFadyen as Liam
Guest cast
- Inaya Miah as Poppy
- Rohan Kumar as Hugo
- Paul G. Raymond as Horace
- Daniel Copeland as Paparazzo
- Joelle Rae as Waitress
- Jack Barry as Random Guy
- Dean Price as Fan
- Helen Chan as Fan
- Robin Mills as Quizmaster
- Jon Pointing as Dan
- Abraham Popoola as Jacob
- Karen Maine as Lonely Girl
Episodes
This series spans 3 seasons with 18 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | April 25, 2021 | April 25, 2021 |
| Season 2 | 6 | February 7, 2022 | February 7, 2022 |
| Season 3 | 6 | August 28, 2023 | September 11, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 A drunken New Year's Eve hook-up becomes far more complicated for Jessie when she discovers her one night stand is actually a film star. What she thought would become an amusing anecdote soon turns into something else. |
April 25, 2021 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Three months after Jessie fled Tom’s flat, a chance encounter clears the air. As they enjoy their long awaited second date, Tom can’t help but listen to outside warnings about their possible romance. |
April 25, 2021 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Kate and Jessie’s murder mystery party is interrupted by the arrival of Tom, in need of help. Jessie struggles to juggle her multiple love interests. |
April 25, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Stay Jessie and Tom spend the day in London, but her decision to stay sends her spiralling as she deals with the real world consequences of her grand gesture. With no job, no home and now no bags, has she made a huge mistake? |
February 7, 2022 |
| 2 |
Christmas, Again Having turned down Tom’s invitation to spend Christmas with his family, Jessie finds herself alone. She realises that the letters she wrote when she thought she was leaving forever may have been a bad idea, so sets out to get them back. |
February 7, 2022 |
| 3 |
Housewarming Tom hosts a New Year's housewarming party. An unexpected visit from Vinay wreaks havoc, as he tries to stop his drunk brother from meeting his new girlfriend. As their worlds collide, Jessie can’t escape the feeling that she doesn’t belong. |
February 7, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 Jessie and Tom come face to face unexpectedly at Kate and Ian’s wedding. The initially awkward meeting finds the two former lovers wondering if there is a lingering spark. |
August 28, 2023 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Tom’s engagement party with new partner puts pressure on Kate as she has to decide where her loyalties lie. Jessie distracts herself on a date with Liam, and the pair bond. |
August 28, 2023 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Jessie and Tom’s connection sparks up again. Jessie has to decide if pursuing an old flame is a good idea, while Cath the agent gives her a harsh grilling. |
September 4, 2023 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BBC Three |
|---|---|
| First aired | April 25, 2021 |
| Last aired | September 11, 2023 |
| Runtime | 22 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | at 22:00:00 |