'The Ice Rink Murders' Ending Explained: Framed for murder, Megan Ryder fights to prove her innocence in Lifetime's thriller movie
Contains spoilers for 'The Ice Rink Murders'
KELOWNA, BRITISH COLUMBIA: 'The Ice Rink Murders', Lifetime's latest chilling mysteries film captivated viewers with its unique blend of athleticism and suspense. We followed Megan Ryder (Maddison Bullock), a talented figure skater, as her triumphant return to the ice was shattered by a series of shocking murders targeting her fellow competitors.
As the pressure of the competition mounted and paranoia gripped the rink, Megan found herself thrust into the heart of the investigation. Her determination to uncover the truth, coupled with the detective's relentless pursuit of justice, kept us guessing until the very end.
But did the climactic reveal leave you feeling a little lost on the ice? Were there lingering questions about the killer's motives or the fates of certain characters? Let's break down 'The Ice Rink Murders' and the ending that will take you through the final twists and turns, offering a clear picture of how the chilling case on the ice finally reached its resolution.
Megan gets accused of murdering her coach in 'The Ice Rink Murders'
'The Ice Rink Murders' kept viewers on the edge of their seats as Megan, a talented figure skater, navigated a chilling mystery. Let's unravel the final twists and turns. The pressure intensified as Megan Ryder faced distractions.
A reporter probed her relationship with Traver (Spencer Borgeson), while her coach, Diane Taylor, suspected him of hindering her focus. Diane's harsh methods escalated, forcing Megan to question her motives. A failed drug test and a car 'accident' with Traver further fueled suspicion.
As paranoia mounted, Megan confronted Diane, requesting a break. The tension escalated tragically. Later that night, Diane was found murdered, and suspicion naturally fell on Megan, especially with the failed drug test hanging over her.
Trevor's sister, Carly (Natasha Calis), accused Megan of being high on drugs and causing the car accident. Megan, however, insisted she was framed.
Megan exposes Carly's real motive in 'The Ice Rink Murders'
Carly's anger stemmed from a hidden truth: she was the one obsessed with fellow-skater, Brian, and Megan's presence fueled her rage. While Megan sought solace at home, Carly's murderous path continued. We learn that Carly was responsible for the "accident" and also the one who killed coach Diane Taylor.
Megan returned to the rink, only to be interrogated by police about her whereabouts during the murder. Carly, threatened by Megan's potential to expose her, took her captive. The shocking revelation arrived as Carly confessed to killing both Brian and Diane, driven by a warped sense of ownership over Traver.
The climax arrived with another skater Lyndsey (Brittany Clough) witnessing Carly's murderous intent and broadcasting it live. The cops later arrested Carly, and Megan was finally given a clean remark. The film concludes with a hopeful glimpse of Megan, ready to compete with Traver by her side.
'The Ice Rink Murders' is available for streaming on Lifetime.