Nara Chae
main character
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 52
- Episode length
- 24 min
- Total watch time
- 20 h 48 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- October 16, 2017 – December 3, 2018
- Source
- Original story
- Age rating
- PG
- Country
- South Korea
- AniList score
- 54/100
Estimated watch time
20h 48m
⚡ 11 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Idol60%Full CGI53%Female Protagonist40%Primarily Female Cast20%Fashion20%
overview details
Synopsis
At the prestigious Shining Star School, every girl dreams of becoming the best idol, called "Muse". Nara, an ordinary girl, decides to attend the school in order to fulfill her dream.
Should you watch Shining Star?
Shining Star has been poorly received, with an average AniList score of 54/100 — 36% of 106 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
Of the 316 AniList users who started it, 14.9% dropped it, so it is dropped more often than most; 170 have finished it.
At roughly 20 h 48 min in total, it is a long commitment — about 3 weeks at an hour a day.
Best for viewers who enjoy Music — especially idol.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
Episodes
52 episodes are listed.
Main cast & voice actors
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Shining Star FAQ
How many episodes does Shining Star have?
Shining Star has 52 episodes of about 24 minutes each, roughly 20 h 48 min in total.
How long does it take to watch Shining Star?
About 20 h 48 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 26 days; at one hour a day, about 21 days.
Is Shining Star finished?
Yes. Shining Star has finished airing — the final episode aired December 3, 2018.
Is there a season 2 of Shining Star?
No sequel is listed for Shining Star as of October 2026.
Is Shining Star based on a manga?
No. Shining Star is an original anime story, not adapted from a manga or novel.
Where can I watch Shining Star?
Shining Star is listed on YouTube, Tencent Video. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.