Ice Castles (1978): Cast, Ratings & Plot
Ice Castles is a 1978 sports drama directed by Donald Wrye, starring Lynn-Holly Johnson, Robby Benson and Colleen Dewhurst. It runs 1 hour 48 minutes. It was nominated for 1 Oscar. Critics gave it 51 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.6/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 48m (108 min)
- Director
- Donald Wrye
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Ice Castles About?
The premise of Ice Castles without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A talented figure skater's promising career is threatened by a devastating accident that challenges her physical and emotional strength. Determined to overcome adversity, she fights to reclaim her passion and pursue her Olympic dreams, embarking on a deeply personal journey of resilience and self-discovery.
Ice Castles Themes & Keywords
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- female coach
- ice hockey player
- romantic rival
- romantic reunion
- disability
- blind teenage girl
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- figure skating
- figure skater
- small town
- skating rink
- ice skating
- ice castles
- perseverance
- verbal abuse
- believe in yourself
- woman wears a skating dress
- girl in tights
- female figure skater
- woman wears tights
- waverly iowa
- cedar rapids iowa
- reference to dorothy hamill
- reference to peggy fleming
- winter sports sport
- ice skating accident
- accidental blindness
- unfaithful girlfriend
- figure skating competiton
- ice hockey team
- ice skating rink
- tv sports reporter
- telephone call
- ambitious man
- publicity
- ice skating pond
- filming television show
- teenage girl as protagonist
- posing as sighted
- secret revealed
- public embarrassment
- tripping on stage
- triumph over adversity
- visually disabled
- disabled woman as protagonist
Ice Castles Cast
Lynn-Holly Johnson leads the cast, with Robby Benson and Colleen Dewhurst. Directed by Donald Wrye; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Donald Wrye
Also Starring in Ice Castles
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Ice Castles Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Ice Castles 51 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.6/10.
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IMDb 6.6 /10
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Metacritic 51 Metascore
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TMDB 73% User score
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Ice Castles Plot Summary
What happens in Ice Castles from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Alexis “Lexie” Winston, portrayed by Lynn-Holly Johnson, is a determined sixteen-year-old from Waverly, Iowa, with aspirations of becoming a champion figure skater. Her boyfriend, Nick Peterson, played by Robby Benson, harbors dreams of a future in hockey. Under the guidance of family friend and former skater Beulah Smith, brought to life by Colleen Dewhurst, Lexie defies her father’s wishes and enters a regional championship. It is here that she catches the eye of a prestigious coach, Jennifer Warren, who recognizes her immense potential despite her late start in serious training and relatively advanced age for the sport.
Full summary
The whole story of Ice Castles, scene by scene
Ice Castles Awards & Nominations
Ice Castles was nominated for 1 Oscar. The 3 nominations come from 2 ceremonies, the most at the Golden Globes 1980.
3 nominations2 ceremonies
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Golden Globes 1980 2 nominations- Nominated Best Original Song
- Nominated New Star of the Year – Actress – Lynn-Holly Johnson
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Oscars 1980 1 nomination- Nominated Music (Original Song)
Ice Castles Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Ice Castles.
How Well Do You Know Ice Castles?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is Lexie Winston's passion?
Cars in Ice Castles
11 cars on screen, including the 1978 Chevrolet Blazer and the 1977 BMW 6 E24.
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1978 Chevrolet Blazer Main role -
1977 BMW 6 E24 Minor role -
1975 Buick Electra 225 Background role -
Chevrolet Advance-Design Background role
Ice Castles Also Known As
7 alternative titles, including “Castelli di ghiaccio” and “Eisfieber”.
- Also known as
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- Castelli di ghiaccio
- Eisfieber
- Castillos de hielo
- Castelos de Gelo
- 사랑이 머무는 곳에
- 花逢月满永不残
- Château de rêves
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Ice Castles FAQ: Cast, Awards & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Ice Castles, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Ice Castles?
Ice Castles runs 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).
When was Ice Castles released?
Ice Castles was released on December 31, 1978.
Who directed Ice Castles?
Ice Castles was directed by Donald Wrye.
More films by Donald Wrye Who is in the cast of Ice Castles?
Ice Castles stars Lynn-Holly Johnson, Robby Benson and Colleen Dewhurst, among 10 credited actors.
How is Ice Castles rated?
Ice Castles has 6.6/10 on IMDb, 51 on Metacritic and 73% on TMDB.
Was Ice Castles nominated for any awards?
Ice Castles received 3 nominations across 2 ceremonies.
Does Ice Castles have a post-credit scene?
No. Ice Castles has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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