The Ice Capades with Jason Bateman and Alyssa Milano

A struggling ice skating rink is on the verge of closing. To save it, the owner's daughter, a talented skater, enlists the help of a former champion and a charming but clumsy young man. Together, they plan a spectacular ice show to attract crowds and secure the rink's future.

This made-for-television movie was primarily aimed at a young audience and received mixed to negative reviews from critics, though it was generally well-received by its target demographic. It is often remembered for its prominent young stars of the time.

• Praised for its energetic musical numbers and performances by its young stars.

• Criticized for a predictable plot and somewhat cheesy execution.

• Seen as a lighthearted family entertainer with nostalgic appeal.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's age and made-for-TV nature, but where available, viewers often recall it fondly as a childhood favorite, appreciating the skating sequences and the presence of Bateman and Milano.

The film was one of many made-for-television productions targeting family audiences in the late 1980s and early 1990s, capitalizing on the popularity of its young lead actors.