'Gaslit by My Husband' Ending Explained: Horrific abuse suffered by Morgan Metzer fully revealed
Contains spoilers for Lifetime's 'Gaslit by My Husband: The Morgan Metzer Story'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: In 'Gaslit by My Husband: The Morgan Metzer Story', Lifetime presents a harrowing and suspenseful narrative that leaves viewers on the edge of their seats until the very last moment.
Based on a true story, this thriller-drama delves into the life of Morgan Metzer, portrayed by the talented Jana Kramer, who finds herself trapped in a nightmarish web of manipulation and abuse orchestrated by her husband, Rodney Metzer, played by Austin Nichols.
As the story unfolds, viewers witness Morgan's journey from a hopeful young bride to a woman fighting for her survival against her husband's sinister machinations. The tension reaches its peak when a masked intruder brutally assaults Morgan, only for her to discover that the perpetrator is none other than Rodney himself.
This revelation propels the narrative into its final act, where the true extent of Rodney's manipulation and deceit is uncovered. The film's ending not only provides a resolution to Morgan's harrowing ordeal but also underscores the themes of resilience, justice, and the indomitable human spirit.
Terror unfolds in Morgan Metzer's bedroom on the New Year's night
The ending scene unfolds with Rodney, portrayed by Austin Nichols, stealthily entering the house wearing a mask. He creeps upstairs and sneaks into Morgan's room, where he chillingly photographs her before retrieving a gun from a drawer.
However, the sound alerts Morgan, who wakes up and sees the masked intruder. Rodney punches her multiple times, demanding to know her husband's whereabouts, despite Morgan's pleas for her husband's life, which she makes out of love and fear.
Morgan's recognition of Rodney's voice amidst the assault is heart-wrenching. She begs him not to kill her husband, despite the brutal reality that Rodney himself is the attacker. As he ransacks the drawers for valuables, she continues to plead, emphasizing that he doesn't have to do this.
Rodney's coldness is evident as he places a pillow cover over her head, intensifying the sense of dread. Rodney then drags Morgan into the hallway, threatening to kill her if she moves. In a twisted act of duplicity, he returns without the mask, feigning concern and pulling the pillow cover off her head, vowing to kill whoever harmed her.
But Morgan's intuition tells her that Rodney is pretending, and her suspicions grow.
Morgan Metzer gets justice served with Rodney Metzer's arrest
The arrival of the police adds another layer of tension. Rodney tries to deter them, but when the cops see Morgan's battered face, they immediately call for medical assistance. Morgan provides the officers with details of the assault, subtly hinting that Rodney is the perpetrator.
Her bravery is a stark contrast to Rodney's attempts to mislead the police. A turning point occurs when an officer, by sheer luck, checks Rodney's phone and discovers the incriminating photo he took of Morgan before the assault.
This evidence leads the cops to take Rodney upstairs for further questioning. Under pressure, Rodney fabricates a story about receiving a strange call that prompts him to check on Morgan. The police act swiftly, arresting Rodney as Morgan receives medical treatment.
In court, Rodney eventually admits his guilt, professing a twisted love and claiming he never wanted to harm Morgan. However, his actions speak louder than his words. Morgan's statement in court is powerful and moving. She speaks about love, resilience, and the betrayal she endured, leaving Rodney visibly shaken with guilt.
The film concludes on a hopeful note, showing Morgan moving forward with her two children, free from the shadow of Rodney's abuse.
'Gaslit by My Husband: The Morgan Metzer Story' is available for streaming on Lifetime.
