Romancing the Star
What it's about
A celebrity at the peak of his career falls for the one woman completely unimpressed by his fame. A light, funny reversal of the usual power dynamic with great comedic timing.
Like most ceo romance series in the short-drama format, Romancing the Star is built around the one-minute cliffhanger. Each of the 70 episodes lands on a turn, a reveal, or a confrontation designed to make you tap unlock just one more time. The first 6 episodes are free, and they're paced to hook you before the paywall kicks in.
It lives on DramaBox. The series is complete, so what you see is what you pay for.
Based on a 4.4 / 5 viewer rating, $12 to finish on coins, and 6 free episodes to sample before paying anything.
Pros
- ✓Cheap to finish for the category (~$12)
- ✓Full season available — no waiting for new episodes
Cons
- ✗Genre tropes are familiar — no major reinventions
Cost breakdown
| Free episodes | 6 of 70 |
| Locked episodes | 64 |
| Cost per locked episode (coins) | ~$0.19 |
| Total to finish on coins | ~$12 |
| Total watch time | 1.2–2.3 hours |
Coin prices are estimates based on the cheapest current pack on the host app. Subscribing is usually cheaper if you watch more than ~10–15 episodes a week. Try the cost calculator →
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Frequently asked
How many episodes does Romancing the Star have?▾
Romancing the Star has 70 episodes. Each episode runs roughly 1–2 minutes, for a total watch time of about 1.2–2.3 hours.
Is Romancing the Star free to watch?▾
The first 6 episodes are free. After that you either buy coins to unlock individual episodes or subscribe for unlimited access. Finishing the full series via coins costs approximately $12.
What app is Romancing the Star on?▾
Romancing the Star streams on DramaBox. You can watch on iOS, Android, or via the app's web player where available.
Is Romancing the Star worth watching?▾
Our verdict: Good if you love the genre. With a 4.4 / 5 viewer rating, it's a solid pick if you enjoy the genre.
Is it cheaper to buy coins or subscribe?▾
If you only plan to watch Romancing the Star and nothing else, coins (~$12) are usually fine. If you'll watch more than one full series in a month, an annual subscription on the host app is almost always cheaper per episode.
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