A Star Brighter than the Sun 2025
- Status
- Returning Series
- First Aired
- October 2, 2025
- Last Aired
- December 18, 2025
- Format
- 1 season · 12 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~4.8 hours (24 min/ep)
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E5 "Jumping and Swinging" (★ 10/10)
- Networks
- MBS, TBS, CBC
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is A Star Brighter than the Sun?
A Star Brighter than the Sun is a television series that combines elements of animation, comedy, and drama. The story revolves around the relationship between two characters, Sae Iwata and Koki Kamishiro, who initially met in elementary school.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2025
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 12
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 2, 2025
- Last aired
- Dec 18, 2025
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- MBS, TBS, CBC, Tulip Television
- Genres
- Animation, Comedy, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.5/10 from 20 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 12 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~24 minutes
- Status
- Returning Series
- Networks
- MBS, TBS, CBC, Tulip Television, SBC, BSN, tys, NBC, HBC, RKK, i-Television, SBS, IBC, BSS, MRO, OBS, TUF, RSK, TUY, tbc, RKB, KUTV, RBC, UTY, RCC, MRT, ATV, MBC
Where to watch in United States
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 12 episodes and an average 24-minute runtime.
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A Star Brighter than the Sun is a television series that combines elements of animation, comedy, and drama. The story revolves around the relationship between two characters, Sae Iwata and Koki Kamishiro, who initially met in elementary school. As they enter junior high school, Koki's personality undergoes a transformation, becoming more charming and popular, which creates a sense of distance between the two. The series follows their interactions, particularly when they are assigned to work together on a project.
Should you watch it?
“A tougher-than-average girl reconnects with her elementary school crush when they join a school committee.”
- features an engaging school-based committee storyline
- explores a long-hidden first love
- limited plot details are available from the synopsis
- the character Koki may feel out of reach for Sae
Watch it if you enjoy animated stories about school crushes and committee work.
The tone is dramatic and comedic, suitable for general audiences interested in animated series.
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Episode guide
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Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 The Day I Reached Out My Hand Mytharc Oct 2, 2025
- E2 Call My Name Core Oct 9, 2025
- E3 No Matter How Far Core Oct 16, 2025
- E4 He's Still There Even When I Close My Eyes Core Oct 23, 2025
- E5 Jumping and Swinging Core Oct 30, 2025
- E6 Brains, Heart, and Courage Core Nov 6, 2025
- E7 Sun-Shower Core Nov 13, 2025
- E8 Ten Years Core Nov 20, 2025
- E9 Someone's Feelings Core Nov 27, 2025
- E10 Rumors Core Dec 4, 2025
- E11 A Star Without a Constellation Mytharc Dec 11, 2025
- E12 A Star Brighter than the Sun Mytharc Dec 18, 2025
Frequently asked questions
When was A Star Brighter than the Sun released?
It was released in 2025.
What genres does the series belong to?
It is classified under animation, comedy, and drama.
Who is the main female character?
The main character is Sae Iwata, a slightly tougher-than-average girl.
Who is Sae's crush?
Sae falls for Koki Kamishiro, a delicate boy from her elementary school days.
How do Sae and Koki reconnect in junior high school?
They are assigned to the sports festival committee together.
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