[s2e16] Star-crossed Apr 2026

Reviewers at the AV Club appreciated the "90s flair" brought by the guest casting of Hatcher and Sorbo, which added a layer of nostalgia for fans of classic superhero TV. Episode Statistics Original Air Date March 20, 2017 Director John Behring Guest Stars

The episode was lauded for allowing characters to grow as individuals rather than just as parts of a couple. However, some reviewers felt the core conflict—the secret of Mon-El's identity—was a predictable trope that could have been handled more creatively. [S2E16] Star-Crossed

More information on the revealed in this episode. Supergirl Season 2 Episode 16 Review: “Star-Crossed” Reviewers at the AV Club appreciated the "90s

In the Supergirl Season 2, Episode 16 installment, titled the series delivers a high-stakes narrative focused on trust, identity, and the weight of the past. This episode is notably recognized for introducing Teri Hatcher and Kevin Sorbo as Mon-El’s parents, the Queen and King of Daxam. Plot Overview and Themes More information on the revealed in this episode

A parallel B-plot follows Winn Schott and Lyra , whose relationship hits a rough patch after Lyra sets Winn up for an art heist. Critics highlighted the contrast between how Winn and Kara handle these betrayals—Winn eventually finds a path to forgiveness, while Kara ultimately breaks up with Mon-El, unable to reconcile with his long-term deception.

The primary conflict centers on and Mon-El after his royal lineage is revealed, a secret he had kept from Kara for months.

The arrival of Mon-El's parents brings his past into sharp focus, forcing him to choose between his royal duties on Daxam and his new life on Earth.