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Ice Castles

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1978 | 108 min | Drama, Romance

Weeknight Watchearly rating

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With middling reviews (44% on Rotten Tomatoes) and soft box office, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for romantics.
The mood
Warm and romantic.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 48 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated PG. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.
  • Made in 1978: an older pace and style.

Alexis is on top of the world until a tragic accident dashes her hopes and dreams of becoming a world-class figure skater. Only with the help of those who love her can she prove to the world — and herself — that she still has the potential to realize her dreams.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsBelow par

    44% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsSolid

    Nominated for 1 Oscar and 1 Golden Globe.. Plus: Nominated for 1 Razzie, the "worst of the year" awards.

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $18 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 89K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Donald Wrye

  • Robby BensonNick Peterson
  • Lynn-Holly JohnsonAlexis Winston
  • Colleen DewhurstBeulah Smith
  • Tom SkerrittMarcus Winston
  • Jennifer WarrenDeborah Mackland
  • David HuffmanBrian Dockett
  • Diane ReillySandy
  • Craig T. McCullenDoctor
  • Kelsey UffordCeciel Monchet
  • Leonard LilyholmHockey Coach