Top 50 Best Ice Skating Movies Of All Time

Shivam Parashar Shivam - Updated Jan 20, 2025

Ice skating is a thrilling, dangerous, competitive, and creative sport that has been around for decades. Even though it is practiced in most countries of the world, the mainstream media gives it attention only when the Olympic Games are going on.

There are thousands of people across the globe who practice the sport and have, therefore, dreamt of going pro on the ice.

It is not surprising to note then that a ton of motion pictures about ice and figure skating have hit the screens ever since the early 20th century.

Whether you are in the mood for romance, comedy, drama, documentaries, or biopics, there are several titles out there that attempt to reflect your ceaseless passion for ice skating.

Not only do these features offer a glimpse into the world of professional skating but they also showcase the hardwork it takes to become a true master of the game.

Luckily, we have done our research and come up with a story on the best ice skating credits of all time.

While some of these features might make you want to curl up in a blanket, others will motivate you to lace up and hit the ice with remarkable intensity.

1

I, Tonya

I, Tonya
R
imdb icon7.5
IMDb Rating7.5
Rotten Tomatoes Rating90
Metacritic Rating77

BiographyComedyDrama

Director:

Craig Gillespie

Release Date:

Fri Jan 19 2018

Star Cast:

Margot Robbie, Sebastian Stan, Allison Janney

Budget:

$11,000,000 (estimated)

Box Office (Worldwide):

$53,939,297

Casting
Excellent
Screenplay
Good
Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Sound
Average

Helmed by Craig Gillespie and starring the remarkable Margot Robbie and Allison Janney in pivotal roles, this biopic revolves around one of the most infamous scandals in sports history.

Even people who have never been fond of ice skating seem to be familiar with the story of a young, talented figure skater named Tonya Harding and her rival Nancy Kerrigan.

The Academy Award-nominated motion picture, which has been shot in mockumentary style, aims to trace Tonya's rise and fall in the sport.

In addition, it strives to showcase the grace and endurance required to make it big in skating. Not only that but the film also mixes narratives and an interview with its linear plot to tell an incredibly satiating story.

That being said, let's not forget that the occasional but required doses of dark comedy only add to the proceedings.

Over the next few minutes, we witness how an athlete's career was affected after the infamous incident. I, Tonya, which features Robbie's best performance to date, won Janney an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.

 

2

Who Knows?

Who Knows?
PG-13
imdb icon6.8
IMDb Rating6.8
Rotten Tomatoes Rating86
Metacritic Rating79

ComedyCrimeDrama

Director:

Jacques Rivette

Release Date:

Wed Oct 10 2001

Star Cast:

Jeanne Balibar, Sergio Castellitto, Marianne Basler

Box Office (Worldwide):

$2,039,644

Casting
Fair
Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Sound
Average

Since ice skating movies have found appreciation among the younger audience, Disney decided to double down on their production in the early 2000s.

Go Figure, one of the most underrated Disney Channel Original Movies of all time, introduces us to an Olympic figure skating hopeful, Katelin, who wishes to train under a famous Russian skating coach at a boarding school.

She tries to persuade the hockey coach to give her a scholarship so that she can attend the expensive school for her training to progress.

Helmed by Francine McDougall, this television movie might not be very realistic in its approach, but it certainly is amusing.

 

3

Blades of Glory

Blades of Glory
PG-13
imdb icon6.3
IMDb Rating6.3
Rotten Tomatoes Rating70
Metacritic Rating64

ComedySport

Director:

Josh Gordon, Will Speck

Release Date:

Fri Mar 30 2007

Star Cast:

Will Ferrell, Jon Heder, Amy Poehler

Budget:

$61,000,000 (estimated)

Box Office (Worldwide):

$145,710,347

Casting
Fair
Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Sound
Average

We all know that most ice skating movies do their best to do justice to the seriousness of the sport.

However, directors Josh Gordon and Will Speck's Blades of Glory takes a completely different approach to storytelling.

This absurd comedy feature tells the story of two Olympics ice skaters, who, after having been stripped of their medals and banned from single-men events, decide to team up and compete as an all-male pair to prove themselves.

A box office success and one of Will Ferrell's most entertaining productions, Blades of Glory thrives on the spirited performances of its talented cast members.

 

4
Quiz about The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two

The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two

The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two
PG
imdb icon6
IMDb Rating6
Rotten Tomatoes Rating65
Metacritic Rating51

AdventureComedyFamily

Director:

Chris Columbus

Release Date:

Wed Nov 25 2020

Star Cast:

Kurt Russell, Goldie Hawn, Darby Camp

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

In this John Stimpson directorial venture, we catch a former figure skater and a former hockey player falling in love with each other at a "frozen place".

At the same time, the duo is also seen devising a plan to thwart the mayor from shutting down the local ice skating rink.

Even though Christmas on Ice has a predictable storyline, its execution is not pretentious or insincere at all. Also, the fact that the film has been shot exactly where the story takes place makes it a bit more believable to watch.

While the dialogues certainly are cheesy, they are delivered rather confidently by the main protagonists; especially Abigail Klein, who truly lights up the screen with her presence.

 

5

The Ice King

The Ice King
imdb icon7.2
IMDb Rating7.2
Rotten Tomatoes Rating100
Metacritic Rating-

Documentary

Director:

James Erskine

Release Date:

Fri Feb 23 2018

Star Cast:

Freddie Fox, John Curry, Meg Streeter Lauck

Budget:

£400,000 (estimated)

Box Office (Worldwide):

$19,743

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Like any sport, figure and ice skating also come armed with their fair share of stories where athletes have defied all odds to scale new heights of success.

Written and directed by James Erskine, The Ice King attempts to tell one such story. The focus of this searing documentary is John Curry, who has been among the most popular ice skaters of all time.

However, aside from being a tale of the lost cultural icon, The Ice King is also pretty much a story about art, sport, sexuality, and rebellion.

Indeed, this documentary is the thing to sit through if you wish to learn how Curry went on to transform the world of skating with his remarkable presence.

There is a possibility that it may make you believe that there has perhaps never been a more artistically gifted skater than him.

Therefore, if you wish to gain more knowledge about the first openly gay Olympian, look no further than this acclaimed documentary feature.

6

Ice Princess

Ice Princess
G
imdb icon6
IMDb Rating6
Rotten Tomatoes Rating52
Metacritic Rating55

ComedyDramaFamily

Director:

Tim Fywell

Release Date:

Fri Mar 18 2005

Star Cast:

Michelle Trachtenberg, Kim Cattrall, Trevor Blumas

Box Office (Worldwide):

$27,645,491

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Even though it is one of the most popular ice skating movies made for younger audiences, this project, bankrolled by Disney, fell flat at the box office upon its theatrical release.

The story follows Casey Carlyle, a willing ivy league science student, who realizes her dream to be a champion ice skater.

In her pursuit of the same, she is supported by her coach, mother, and a boy who drives the Zamboni machine.

The skating sequences in the film have been well choreographed, which means that director Tim Fywell knows his way around the ice rink.

Needless to mention, his preparation for the film is more than apparent. That being said, actors Michelle Trachtenberg, Kim Cattrall, Joan Cusack, and Trevor Blumas deliver decent performances each in this one.

7

Nice Dreams

Nice Dreams
R
imdb icon6.1
IMDb Rating6.1
Rotten Tomatoes Rating50
Metacritic Rating54

ComedyCrime

Director:

Tommy Chong

Release Date:

Fri Jun 5 1981

Star Cast:

Cheech Marin, Tommy Chong, Benita Barrie

Box Office (Worldwide):

$37,000,000

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

In this David Burton Morris-helmed motion picture, we get to see a former Olympic ice skater Amy Clayton coaching a young student.

During the training, the former is compelled to confront troubling memories of the tragic accident that had, unfortunately, cut her career short.

That being said, Amy also tries to mend her relationship with her loved ones in the process.

Ice Dreams might come across as a formulaic sports feature on the surface, but it has been well cast and executed.

It's a feel-good drama that gets its point and emotion across without taking a lot of your time.

8

Ice Castles

Ice Castles
PG
imdb icon6.6
IMDb Rating6.6
Rotten Tomatoes Rating44
Metacritic Rating51

DramaRomanceSport

Director:

Donald Wrye

Release Date:

Sun Dec 31 1978

Star Cast:

Lynn-Holly Johnson, Robby Benson, Colleen Dewhurst

Sound
Fair
Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average

This romantic sports drama film has been helmed for the screen by Donald Wrye. It tells the story of an ambitious young skater who dreams of making it big at the Olympics.

Unfortunately for her, she is partially blinded by a tragic accident. However, her family and friends stand by her side at all times and make her believe that she can still fulfill her dreams.

Even though this motion picture suffers from a severe lack of continuity in some scenes, it works in its endeavor to show how one can turn a tragedy into victory.

Ice Castles has inspired quite a few young hopefuls to take up the sport. It relies on Lynn-Holly Johnson's wonderful skating sequences and Marvin Hamlisch's music to make an impression.

9

Sun Valley Serenade

Sun Valley Serenade
Approved
imdb icon7.1
IMDb Rating7.1
Rotten Tomatoes Rating84
Metacritic Rating-

Comedy

Director:

H. Bruce Humberstone

Release Date:

Fri Aug 29 1941

Star Cast:

Sonja Henie, John Payne, Glenn Miller

Cinematography
Good
Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Directed by H. Bruce Humberstone and headlined by actors such as Sonja Henie, John Payne, Glenn Miller, Milton Berle, and Lynn Bari, this motion picture strives to tell the story of a Norwegian war orphan, who, after having been adopted by a pianist as a mere publicity stunt, turns out to be a wonderful young woman.

The reason we are including Sun Valley Serenade on our list is that Sonja Henie's Karen can be seen partaking in an elaborate, yet, spontaneous ice show.

While the music in this vintage feature is toe-stepping and the dance enthralling, what keeps you hooked to the project is the fact that it is light-hearted and entertaining.

10

Christmas at the Ranch

Christmas at the Ranch
imdb icon5.5
IMDb Rating5.5
Rotten Tomatoes Rating100
Metacritic Rating-

Romance

Director:

Christin Baker

Release Date:

Wed Dec 1 2021

Star Cast:

Amanda Righetti, Lindsay Wagner, Laur Allen

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Director Peter Hewitt's Christmas at the Palace tells the story of Katie; an ice skating choreographer who is hired by Alexander, the king of San Senova, to train beloved his daughter for an ice skating performance during Christmas to celebrate an important event.

As Katie begins to spend more time in the castle and around the king, they end up falling in love.

What's good about this Hallmark project is that the romance, despite being predictable, doesn't come across as forced.

Also, the acting isn't too over the top and, therefore, does not play the spoilsport here. Those who like Hallmark movies will have a good time watching this one.

11

Falling for Christmas

Falling for Christmas
TV-PG
imdb icon5.2
IMDb Rating5.2
Rotten Tomatoes Rating62
Metacritic Rating40

ComedyRomance

Director:

Janeen Damian

Release Date:

Thu Nov 10 2022

Star Cast:

Lindsay Lohan, Chord Overstreet, George Young

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Helmed for the screen by Christie Will Wolf, Falling for Christmas tells the story of an injured champion figure-skater who is sent to a rehabilitation center in the mountains for her speedy recovery.

While there, she stumbles upon an ex-hockey player and his young daughter who teach her that there are more important things to cherish in life than competing.

Even though its execution is trite, Falling for Christmas succeeds in providing its viewers with a warm feeling of merriment.

It banks on its unconventional setting, sweet premise, and the spirit of Christmas to strike a chord with its targeted audience.

12

Sonja: The White Swan

Sonja: The White Swan
imdb icon5.9
IMDb Rating5.9
Rotten Tomatoes Rating89
Metacritic Rating-

BiographyDramaHistory

Director:

Anne Sewitsky

Release Date:

Tue Dec 25 2018

Star Cast:

Ine Marie Wilmann, Valene Kane, Eldar Skar

Box Office (Worldwide):

$1,334,497

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

In this chilly biopic that is based on the life of Sonja Henie, one of the world's greatest athletes, we get to see how the Norwegian figure skating star decided to join Hollywood in 1936 and leave her sporting career behind.

While her maiden motion picture manages to grab eyeballs, we notice how the spotlight starts to eventually fade as she continues to age.

However, staying true to her sportsman spirit, Sonja refuses to quit. Helmed for the screen by Anne Sewitsky, this title focuses primarily on Henie's life in America as a businesswoman.

13

The Mighty Ducks

The Mighty Ducks
PG
imdb icon6.5
IMDb Rating6.5
Rotten Tomatoes Rating23
Metacritic Rating46

ComedyDramaFamily

Director:

Stephen Herek

Release Date:

Fri Oct 2 1992

Star Cast:

Emilio Estevez, Joss Ackland, Lane Smith

Budget:

$10,000,000 (estimated)

Box Office (Worldwide):

$50,752,337

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Yes, we are more than aware of the fact that this popular Stephen Herek-helmed motion picture is not based on ice skating.

We are only including it on our list because two of the members of the team shown in the movie happen to be former ice skaters who use their special skills to assist the rest of the unit.

We get to see how Gordon, who lost a crucial game for his team back in the day, gets a second chance to redeem himself as a coach of an awful hockey squad.

The Mighty Ducks series, which has now officially become a cult classic, has found fans in several top professional athletes.

14

My Life on Ice

My Life on Ice
imdb icon6.5
IMDb Rating6.5
Rotten Tomatoes Rating67
Metacritic Rating-

ComedyDramaSport

Director:

Olivier Ducastel, Jacques Martineau

Release Date:

Wed Feb 26 2003

Star Cast:

Ariane Ascaride, Jimmy Tavares, Jonathan Zaccaï

Box Office (Worldwide):

$77,618

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

This French quasi-documentary film strives to tell the story of a 16-year-old lad who, aside from figure skating, also enjoys obsessively filming his friends and family with a video camera.

While we can deduce that he loves figure skating and intends to compete in National Figure Skating Championship, it is his camcorder that gives us a better understanding of his life.

As My Life on Ice inches closer to its finale, we can understand that the camera not only ends up lending meaning to his life but also allows him to understand the intricacies of the world around him.

15

Kiss and Cry

Kiss and Cry
imdb icon6.7
IMDb Rating6.7
Rotten Tomatoes Rating64
Metacritic Rating-

BiographyDramaMusic

Director:

Sean Cisterna

Release Date:

Thu Aug 31 2017

Star Cast:

Sarah Fisher, Luke Bilyk, Chantal Kreviazuk

Budget:

$1,100,000 (estimated)

Direction
Fair
Casting
Fair
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Sound
Average

Kiss and Cry is a touching romantic drama film that is based on the story of Carley Allison; a promising 18-year-old figure skater and singer who made medical history when she battled a rare 1 in 3.5 billion types of sarcoma.

Directed by Sean Cisterna, the feature film comprises characters that come across as beautiful from within. Seeing Carley getting constant support from her family and friends is sure to bring a smile to your face.

While the performances in Kiss and Cry are decent, the screenplay has also been peppered with comedy; something that adds to your experience of watching it unfurl.

16

Six Weeks

Six Weeks
PG
imdb icon5.6
IMDb Rating5.6
Rotten Tomatoes Rating68
Metacritic Rating-

Drama

Director:

Tony Bill

Release Date:

Fri Dec 17 1982

Star Cast:

Dudley Moore, Mary Tyler Moore, Katherine Healy

Budget:

$9,000,000 (estimated)

Box Office (Worldwide):

$6,668,025

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Based on Fred Mustard Stewart's novel of the same name, this drama film has been helmed by Tony Bill and features Dudley Moore and Mary Tyler Moore in crucial roles.

Also co-starring in the film is Katherine Healy, who was a professional figure skater and a ballerina, and her character can be seen demonstrating both of her talents in the motion picture.

Six Weeks, which thrives on the performances of its three leads, has an interesting plot that has been brought to life by its charismatic stars.

The film might just end up getting you all teary-eyed if you happen to catch it in the right frame of mind.

17

The Cutting Edge

The Cutting Edge
PG
imdb icon6.9
IMDb Rating6.9
Rotten Tomatoes Rating-
Metacritic Rating53

ComedyDramaRomance

Director:

Paul Michael Glaser

Release Date:

Fri Mar 27 1992

Star Cast:

D.B. Sweeney, Moira Kelly, Roy Dotrice

Box Office (Worldwide):

$25,105,517

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Released in 1992, The Cutting Edge was so well received by the audience that it had to be turned into a franchise.

One of the most underrated sports movies of all time, this Paul Michael Glaser directorial venture tracks the journey of a self-indulgent ex-hockey player and a champion figure skater, who become unlikely partners in pursuit of the coveted Olympic gold.

The feature film opened to mixed reviews at the time and was partially criticized for blending contrived romance with hackneyed sports drama.

While there has been some criticism regarding the alleged inaccuracies of skating in the motion picture, it is important to note that well-known skater Robin Cousins happened to be its skating scene coordinator and technical advisor.

Not only does the story thrive on some awesome skating sequences but also the delightful chemistry between its lead actors.

18

Ice Castles

Ice Castles
PG
imdb icon6.1
IMDb Rating6.1
Rotten Tomatoes Rating50
Metacritic Rating-

DramaRomanceSport

Director:

Donald Wrye

Release Date:

Tue Feb 9 2010

Star Cast:

Taylor Firth, Rob Mayes, Henry Czerny

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

An official remake of the 1978 film of the same title, this direct-to-DVD sports romantic drama movie has been directed by Donald Wrye and stars Taylor Firth and Rob Mayes in the lead.

We get introduced to promising figure skater Alexis, who ends up losing her eyesight in a terrible accident.

Thankfully for her, her boyfriend Nick and her family do their best in restoring her faith and making her believe that she shouldn't give up on her future so easily.

If you are yet to see the original, we are certain that you will end up appreciating this title for sure.

It tries its best to urge you to go out and acknowledge the many wonders of nature and life with nothing but endearment in your heart.

19

Silver Skates

Silver Skates
TV-MA
imdb icon7.1
IMDb Rating7.1
Rotten Tomatoes Rating40
Metacritic Rating-

AdventureDramaFamily

Director:

Michael Lockshin

Release Date:

Thu Dec 10 2020

Star Cast:

Fedor Fedotov, Sonya Priss, Yura Borisov

Budget:

RUR 500,000,000 (estimated)

Box Office (Worldwide):

$7,099,734

Cinematography
Fair
Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

This Russian epic period romantic adventure motion picture tells the story of a warm-hearted 18-year-old Matvey Polyakov, who meets a group of pickpockets and trains to learn how to pickpocket.

However, at the same time, he strives to win over the heart of an aristocrat's rebellious daughter as forces try to keep them apart at all costs.

Even though ice skating isn't the main focus of this Michael Lockshin directorial venture, it certainly serves as a whimsical, wintery theme throughout its screenplay.

Silver Skates does a memorable job of allowing its viewers to experience the beauty of Russia in the 1900s.

20

Snow White and the Three Stooges

Snow White and the Three Stooges
PG
imdb icon5.2
IMDb Rating5.2
Rotten Tomatoes Rating51
Metacritic Rating-

AdventureComedyFamily

Director:

Walter Lang, Frank Tashlin

Release Date:

Wed Jun 21 1961

Star Cast:

Moe Howard, Larry Fine, Carol Heiss

Budget:

$3,500,000 (estimated)

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Based on the popular classic fairy tale, this was the final film directed by Walter Lang before his retirement.

We see an ice-skating Snow White finding refuge from the Wicked Queen with the Three Stooges in this one.

While this motion picture is certainly for those who share an affinity for ice skating, it can and should also be seen by viewers who'd love to catch the Stooges in a tale of romance and fantasy.

Even though the film starred Olympic gold medalist figure skater Carol Heiss as Snow White, it failed to set the cash registers ringing.

The film pundits were not too happy about the trio getting limited screen time, and that too at the cost of their trademark slapstick comedy.

21

Suspense

Suspense
Approved
imdb icon6.4
IMDb Rating6.4
Rotten Tomatoes Rating25
Metacritic Rating-

DramaFilm-NoirRomance

Director:

Frank Tuttle

Release Date:

Sat Jun 15 1946

Star Cast:

Belita, Barry Sullivan, Bonita Granville

Budget:

$870,000 (estimated)

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

One of the most expensive feature films to be put out by Monogram Pictures at the time, Suspense is a film noir that has been helmed for the screen by Frank Tuttle.

The ice-skating-themed movie stars Barry Sullivan and former Olympic skater Belita in pivotal roles. It was also apparently the last screen appearance of actor Eugene Pallette.

Not only is Suspense an unjustly overlooked motion picture but it also comprises a rather underappreciated performance from Belita, who does her best to prove that besides being an astonishing beauty, she can also act and skate rather well.

22

Iceland

Iceland
Approved
imdb icon5.6
IMDb Rating5.6
Rotten Tomatoes Rating33
Metacritic Rating-

ComedyFamilyMusical

Director:

H. Bruce Humberstone

Release Date:

Thu Jan 28 1943

Star Cast:

Sonja Henie, John Payne, Jack Oakie

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Director H. Bruce Humberstone's Iceland tells the story of Marine James Murfin, who is unaware of Icelandic customs. So, when he starts to get flirtatious with Katina, her Icelandic family takes his actions as a proposal of marriage to her.

Finding himself in a dilemma and desperately wanting to get out of the situation, James seeks the help of one of his most reliable pals.

Even though it is one of the weakest titles starring Norway's ice queen Sonja Henie, Iceland can still be seen by fans of ice and figure skating; especially the ones who have seen most of the projects headlined by Henie.

23

Thin Ice

Thin Ice
Approved
imdb icon6.3
IMDb Rating6.3
Rotten Tomatoes Rating25
Metacritic Rating-

ComedyMusicalRomance

Director:

Sidney Lanfield

Release Date:

Fri Sep 3 1937

Star Cast:

Sonja Henie, Tyrone Power, Arthur Treacher

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Helmed for the screen by Sidney Lanfield, Thin Ice traces the journey of a Swiss hotel's ski instructor, who falls head over heels in love with a man who goes skiing every single day.

Starring Tyrone Power and figure skater Sonja Henie in crucial roles, this one is a light but fun watch.

It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Dance Direction for 'Prince Igor Suite'.

While the ice skating scenes have been shot ably, what is a bit frustrating about this motion picture is the fact that its storyline comes across as ridiculous and unconvincing from time to time.

24

Skating to New York

Skating to New York
PG-13
imdb icon5.6
IMDb Rating5.6
Rotten Tomatoes Rating32
Metacritic Rating-

DramaSport

Director:

Charles Minsky

Release Date:

Fri Dec 12 2014

Star Cast:

Connor Jessup, Wesley Morgan, Gage Munroe

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

This coming-of-age story tells the story of five Canadian teens who decide to leave their small town behind to skate across Lake Ontario to New York on the coldest day of the year.

While the Charles Minsky directorial venture opened to unfavorable reviews at the ticket counters, it does carry a moment or two that might resonate with teenagers.

Based on an exciting true story, Skating to New York banks heavily on its enticing cinematography to make an impact.

All we can say is that the highly unpredictable adventure of a group of teenagers shown in the movie will not disappoint you.

25

It's a Pleasure

It's a Pleasure
Approved
imdb icon5.8
IMDb Rating5.8
Rotten Tomatoes Rating25
Metacritic Rating-

ComedyDramaMusical

Director:

William A. Seiter

Release Date:

Sat Mar 3 1945

Star Cast:

Sonja Henie, Michael O'Shea, Marie McDonald

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

In this William A. Seiter-helmed feature film, we get introduced to a star hockey player, Don Martin, who spends most of his time drinking after having been banned for life.

While his lover, Chris, manages to get him a job at an ice rink, things go haywire when Don goes missing right before an important ice skating show.

This Technicolor comedy-drama musical motion picture was one of the several credits that allowed its lead star Sonja Henie to put her undeniable skating talent on display.

Even though it does not have anything extraordinary to offer, It's a Pleasure is an occasionally decent ice skating feature to pass your time with.

26

The Ice Follies of 1939

The Ice Follies of 1939
Passed
imdb icon5.2
IMDb Rating5.2
Rotten Tomatoes Rating31
Metacritic Rating-

DramaMusicRomance

Director:

Reinhold Schünzel

Release Date:

Fri Mar 10 1939

Star Cast:

Joan Crawford, James Stewart, Lew Ayres

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Released in 1939 and helmed for the screen by Reinhold Schünzel, this full-length feature stars Hollywood legends James Stewart and Joan Crawford as Larry Hall and Mary McKay, respectively.

Mary and Larry are a modestly successful skating team, who end up taking their love for the ice a step ahead when they decide to get married.

While Mary gets an opportunity to feature in a picture, Larry is seen sitting at home, mostly out of work.

One of the first mainstream movies to ever feature ice skating, The Ice Follies of 1939 was known to have included actual skaters from the national touring group Ice Follies in its storytelling.

27

Go Figure: the Randy Gardner Story

Go Figure: the Randy Gardner Story
imdb icon8
IMDb Rating8
Rotten Tomatoes Rating-
Metacritic Rating-

DocumentaryBiographySport

Director:

Sharidan Sotelo

Release Date:

Tue Feb 1 2022

Star Cast:

Tai Babilonia, Randy Gardner, Dorothy Hamill

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

This is filmmaker Sharidan Sotelo's praiseworthy attempt to bring the story of Randy Gardner, of the champion figure skating team Tai Babilonia and Randy Gardner, to the screen.

We get to catch hold of how the two-time Olympian and World Champion went on to explore his true identity while skating on the ice.

In addition, we also get a glimpse of the personal tragedy that Gardner experienced along with his skating partner of over fifty years, Tai Babilonia.

This hour-long feature is an endeavor to tell his magical and meaningful life story to the fans of the sport.

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The Petrichor

The Petrichor
imdb icon7.9
IMDb Rating7.9
Rotten Tomatoes Rating-
Metacritic Rating-

Drama

Director:

Junga Song

Release Date:

Fri Oct 2 2020

Star Cast:

Leanne Noelle Smith, Scott Barker, Olga Korsak

Direction
Fair
Cinematography
Fair
Casting
Fair
Visual
Average
Screenplay
Average
Sound
Average

Written and directed by Junga Song, this Canadian sports drama film tells the gritty and inspiring tale of Maya; a former figure skater who fails two attempts at a senior international competition.

However, she musters the courage to take inspiration from her skating idol Igor Rusky, and, therefore, decides to get back on the ice at the age of 30.

The Petrichor aims to convey the message that there is no specific age to either learn or chase your dreams.

It very implicitly asks us to do what we love and love what we do.

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Unbroken

Unbroken
imdb icon7.4
IMDb Rating7.4
Rotten Tomatoes Rating-
Metacritic Rating-

Documentary

Director:

Dan Grin

Release Date:

Thu Nov 12 2020

Star Cast:

Ashley Cain-Gribble, Timothy LeDuc, Alexandr Enbert

Budget:

$100,000 (estimated)

Box Office (Worldwide):

$461

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Filmmaker Danil Grinkin's Unbroken strives to tell its viewers just how gritty the sport of ice skating can be. It portrays how the skaters put their bodies through rigorous training, which affects them both physically and mentally over time.

The documentary introduces its viewers to two figure-skating pairs, one from Russia and one from the United States of America, who are both trained by the world's most renowned coaches.

The viewers get to see how the competitors and their coaches manage to tackle the highs and lows of the tough competition as they put everything on the line for gold.

30

David Icke: Beyond the Cutting Edge

David Icke: Beyond the Cutting Edge
imdb icon7.3
IMDb Rating7.3
Rotten Tomatoes Rating-
Metacritic Rating-

Documentary

Director:

Miki Zoric

Star Cast:

David Icke

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

The third installment in the Cutting Edge franchise documents the journey of an ice skater and his new partner, who develop feelings for each other while training to compete in Paris.

But, will they allow their sentiments to get the better of each other even before the fierce competition commences?

The best way to enjoy this Stuart Gillard directorial venture is perhaps by keeping your expectations to a bare minimum.

You will certainly find it to be a reasonable one-time watch; something that works for a film made exclusively for television.

31

A Brooklyn Love Story

A Brooklyn Love Story
imdb icon7
IMDb Rating7
Rotten Tomatoes Rating-
Metacritic Rating-

Director:

Steven Feder

Release Date:

Fri Dec 13 2024

Star Cast:

Charlotte Fountain-Jardim, Michael Rispoli, Vincent Pastore

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Helmed by John A. Alonzo, Champions: A Love Story tells the story of Carrie, whose mother is willing to do everything in her capacity to make her a champion figure skater.

However, despite being committed to the sport, Carrie seems to be failing at her singles career. Soon enough, she teams up with a converted ice hockey player named Peter, and her game visibly improves.

Expectedly, the duo ends up falling in love. But, there are plenty of hurdles to overcome both on the ice skating front and in the relationship.

If you're willing to sit through a sappy and innocent love story that blends sports into its storytelling, this television flick, which is full of the late 1970s atmosphere, might just get the job done for you.

32

Ice: The Movie

Ice: The Movie
imdb icon7
IMDb Rating7
Rotten Tomatoes Rating-
Metacritic Rating-

DramaSport

Director:

Peter Paul Basler, Maddison Bullock

Star Cast:

Maddison Bullock, Lisa Mihelich, Michael Monks

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

In this inspirational sports drama, the viewers get to enter the gripping and sensational world of two elite-level figure skaters, who learn to balance the complexities of life in the highly competitive space of women's elite figure skating.

Even though this motion picture has failed to make its presence felt among the mainstream audience, it should be given a try due to the positive energy that it exudes.

The heartwarming story focuses on how we all tend to make sacrifices to achieve something way beyond the superficial in the repetitive cycle of life.

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Lake Placid Serenade

Lake Placid Serenade
Approved
imdb icon6.4
IMDb Rating6.4
Rotten Tomatoes Rating-
Metacritic Rating-

MusicRomanceSport

Director:

Steve Sekely

Release Date:

Sat Dec 23 1944

Star Cast:

Vera Ralston, Eugene Pallette, Barbara Jo Allen

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

This musical romantic drama motion picture tells the story of a Czech figure skater, who falls in love with her rich U.S. uncle's junior partner.

Helmed for the silver screen by Steve Sekely and starring Vera Ralston, Eugene Pallette, and Barbara Jo Allen in crucial roles, it aims to cast a light on the German invasion of Czechoslovakia.

One of the major highlights of this title has to be its cinematography. John Alton's skilled use of backlighting creates a sense of warmth that goes amazingly with the spectacular music composed for the dazzling skating sequences.

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Wintertime

Wintertime
Approved
imdb icon6.2
IMDb Rating6.2
Rotten Tomatoes Rating-
Metacritic Rating-

ComedyMusicalRomance

Director:

John Brahm

Release Date:

Fri Sep 17 1943

Star Cast:

Sonja Henie, Jack Oakie, Cesar Romero

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Directed by John Brahm and distributed by 20th Century Studios, Wintertime tells the tale of Nora, who falls in love with the dashing owner of a rundown hotel.

Not only that but she also tries to convince her millionaire uncle to invest in the hotel to give it a new lease of life and attract visitors.

Even though it stars Sonja Henie and Cesar Romero in pivotal roles, the critics thought that the feature film lacks originality, humor, and verve.

While the story of Wintertime is sketchy and just an excuse for the few musical numbers, what one will appreciate the most about this title is Sonja Henie's scintillating athletic moves.

35

De hel van '63

De hel van '63
imdb icon6.2
IMDb Rating6.2
Rotten Tomatoes Rating-
Metacritic Rating-

AdventureComedyDrama

Director:

Steven de Jong

Release Date:

Thu Dec 17 2009

Star Cast:

Willeke van Ammelrooy, Pierre Bokma, Cees Geel

Box Office (Worldwide):

$2,689,252

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Helmed for the screen by Steven de Jong, this Dutch sports drama feature has been inspired by the 1963 edition of the Elfstedentocht, which is a 200-kilometer-long ice skating race in the Netherlands.

The tour has been considered so brutal by those who have read, seen, or participated in it that the few who have managed to complete it successfully have gone on to become legends of sorts.

While the cinematography is top-notch and the music is great, we would like to suggest this movie to people who'd love to see a real fight for survival on the ice.

36

One in a Million

One in a Million
Approved
imdb icon6
IMDb Rating6
Rotten Tomatoes Rating-
Metacritic Rating-

ComedyFamilyMusic

Director:

Sidney Lanfield

Release Date:

Fri Jan 1 1937

Star Cast:

Sonja Henie, Adolphe Menjou, Don Ameche

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Helmed for the screen by Sidney Lanfield, One in a Million outlines the journey of an American theatrical manager, Ted Spencer, who discovers a competent ice skater named Gretchen Muller preparing for the Olympics in Switzerland.

After being convinced that she can make them all rich with her heroics, he decides to make her a part of his line-up and brings her to Madison Square Garden.

It is imperative to mention that this motion picture was Sonja Henie's American film debut. It can be seen for its vintage skating technique and to gauge how the popular figure skater performed in her maiden screen appearance.

37

Everything's on Ice

Everything's on Ice
Approved
imdb icon5.1
IMDb Rating5.1
Rotten Tomatoes Rating-
Metacritic Rating-

ComedyMusic

Director:

Erle C. Kenton

Release Date:

Fri Oct 6 1939

Star Cast:

Irene Dare, Edgar Kennedy, Roscoe Karns

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

This Erle C. Kenton-helmed feature film, which hit the screens in the late 1930s, tells the story of the wise-cracking Roscoe Karns who turns his little niece into an ice skating star.

However, her success starts to take a toll on his mind and he starts to spend more money than she makes.

Even though the plot does not carry a lot of meat in this far-from-perfect motion picture, what our readers have to understand is that it can serve as an escape mechanism for those who like to revisit the middling flicks of the 1930s.

38

Nice Girls

Nice Girls
TV-MA
imdb icon4.2
IMDb Rating4.2
Rotten Tomatoes Rating-
Metacritic Rating-

ActionComedyCrime

Director:

Noémie Saglio

Release Date:

Wed Aug 21 2024

Star Cast:

Alice Taglioni, Stéfi Celma, Baptiste Lecaplain

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Not a lot of ice skating movies are known to have set the cash registers ringing, but they certainly do well when they premiere on television.

Yet another made-for-TV movie is Ice Girls, which tells the story of a 15-year-old figure skating champion, who makes the tough decision to let go of the sport after her mother loses her job.

Soon after, her family moves to a small town but she finds it incredibly difficult to fit in. However, her life changes for the better when she stumbles upon the owner of a local skating arena who goes on to help her in finding her true calling.

This feel-good feature, which is about competitive girls' figure skating, focuses on good sportsmanship.

39

The Nights Before Christmas

The Nights Before Christmas
imdb icon4
IMDb Rating4
Rotten Tomatoes Rating-
Metacritic Rating-

Horror

Director:

Paul Tanter

Release Date:

Sun Dec 6 2020

Star Cast:

Simon Phillips, Sayla de Goede, Keegan Chambers

Budget:

$1,500,000 (estimated)

Cinematography
Fair
Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Films or cartoons starring Mickey Mouse or Donald Duck in a prominent role have seldom gone wrong, and Mickey’s Twice Upon a Christmas is a testament to this statement.

The viewers get to relive the magic of both Christmas and ice skating in this feature. We see how Mickey and Minnie decide to teach Donald Duck the true meaning of Christmas after the latter refuses to be happy and excited about the beloved global festival.

While this anthology flick does not entirely deal with ice skating, its opening story showcases Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck competing in an ice skating competition.

This project has a festive vibe to it and should resonate with most of you out there for it ends with a message about friendship and teamwork.

40

Le Voyage à Milan (Carnet Filmé: 30 octobre 2014 - 1er novembre 2014)

Le Voyage à Milan (Carnet Filmé: 30 octobre 2014 - 1er novembre 2014)

Documentary

Director:

Gérard Courant

Star Cast:

Claudia Colella, Maurizio Conca, Gérard Courant

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Helmed by Nanette Burstein, this documentary aims to bring to the fore the events that followed the Kerrigan-Harding scandal that rocked the world of sports.

While the critically acclaimed Margot Robbie vehicle I, Tonya provided a clear-cut perspective of Tonya Harding about what transpired and what her role was in it, this documentary feature showcases the media coverage that followed the infamous incident.

The project doesn't make the final judgment on Tonya Harding, but it does elucidate the fact that sport is, indeed, stranger than fiction.

Just like I, Tonya, The Price of Gold is for anyone who continues to be interested in the Kerrigan-Harding saga.

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Bing Shang Qing Huo

Bing Shang Qing Huo

Drama

Director:

Yuan Deng

Star Cast:

Qiang Li, Jing Ning

Direction
Average
Visual
Average
Cinematography
Average
Screenplay
Average
Casting
Average
Sound
Average

Bradley Walsh's Love on Ice brings to us the charismatic on-screen pair of Julie Berman and Andrew W. Walker.

This mildly entertaining motion picture chronicles the life of Emily James; a 27-year-old lady who gets an improbable shot at reclaiming skating glory when a young coach figures out her true potential.

Together, they discover that the love that they share for ice skating goes beyond the realm of performing on the ice.

While Walker delivers a promising performance in this one, Julie takes her time to settle in with the storyline.

Once she does, the couple comes across as a bit more likable. That said, Love on Ice is a good-looking television film that manages to provide harmless entertainment to those looking for it.

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