Star Stories

Star Stories (2006-2008)

EndedScripted showComedy

Star Stories, the Comedy Award-winning series from the makers of Peep Show, presses its nose against the steamy window of fame. Recreating the bust-ups, love-ins and fall-outs of major league celebrities, Star Stories is a hilarious romp through the stories behind the tabloid splashes. It reveals the warts and all revelations of the personal drama, behind the tabloid representation of celebrity figures such as Posh & Becks, Bitnet Spears, Simon Cowell, George Michael, Kate Moss and Peter Andre and Jordan. It's packed with the latest celebrity news, the hottest lurrve tips and the juiciest gossip the starts do not want published! Discover who really wears the trousers in Madonna's house, why Take That really split up, and why George Michael is the most influential artist of the Twentieth Century! In each episode a different celebrity is put under the microscope in a sacrilegious biopic of their lives to date. But these are the stories our stars would never want anyone to see.

Network
Scheduleevery Friday at 21:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E05BonoDec 26, 2008
S03E04Kate MossDec 24, 2008
S03E03Peter Andre and JordanDec 18, 2008
S03E02Heather MillsDec 11, 2008
S03E01Sir Elton JohnDec 4, 2008
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Star Stories premiere?

Star Stories premiered on October 15, 2006.

Which famous British actress was credited as a writer for the show?

Kate O'Sullivan, a British actress, was credited as a writer for Star Stories.

Which famous American socialite was impersonated in the show's first episode?

Paris Hilton was impersonated in the show's first episode.

Who played David Bowie in Season 2's 'Starman: The David Bowie Story'?

Adam Long played David Bowie in Season 2's 'Starman: The David Bowie Story'.

Which British actor played Elton John in the show?

Kevin Bishop played Elton John in Star Stories.

Which episode featured an impersonation of the band 'Queen'?

'Queen-We Will Rock You' was the title of the episode that featured an impersonation of the band 'Queen'.

Who portrayed Simon Cowell in the 'Pop Idol' episode?

Peter Kay portrayed Simon Cowell in the 'Pop Idol' episode.

What was the title of the episode that featured an impersonation of Victoria Beckham?

'Victoria Beckham - Coming to America' was the title of the episode that featured an impersonation of Victoria Beckham.

Which season's finale episode featured an impersonation of Amy Winehouse?

Season 2's finale episode titled 'Fabulous Life of Amy Winehouse' featured an impersonation of Amy Winehouse.

Which episode featured an impersonation of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes?

'Mission: Implausible' was the title of the episode that featured an impersonation of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes.

Which legendary British actor played the role of King Lear in a Star Stories episode?

Brian Blessed, a British actor, played the role of King Lear in a Star Stories episode.

Which episode featured an impersonation of Marilyn Monroe?

'Marilyn's Final Hours' was the title of the episode that featured an impersonation of Marilyn Monroe.

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