Star-crossed - [s2e16]

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

Teri Hatcher (Rhea), Kevin Sorbo (Lar Gand), Darren Criss (Music Meister) Approximately 6.8/10 based on critic consensus

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. [S2E16] Star-Crossed

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.

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 primary conflict centers on and Mon-El after

Critics from TV Overmind singled out Chris Wood’s performance, noting his ability to portray a more vulnerable and repentant side of Mon-El.

The specific and how it connects to The Flash crossover. The fan reaction to the Kara and Mon-El breakup. The episode was lauded for allowing characters to

More information on the revealed in this episode. Supergirl Season 2 Episode 16 Review: “Star-Crossed”