A Hitch in Time Ending Explained: Two children help an eccentric professor test his new time machine. Directed by Jan Darnley-Smith, this 1978 family film stars Michael McVey (Paul Gibson), alongside Pheona McLellan as Fiona Hatton-Jones, Patrick Troughton as Professor Wagstaff, Jeff Rawle as Sniffy Kemp. With a 6/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.

What Happens at the End of A Hitch in Time?

Two children help an eccentric professor test his new time machine.

How Does Michael McVey (Paul Gibson)'s Story End?

  • Michael McVey: Michael McVey's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
  • Pheona McLellan (Fiona Hatton-Jones): Pheona McLellan's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
  • Patrick Troughton (Professor Wagstaff): Patrick Troughton's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of A Hitch in Time Mean?

A Hitch in Time's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Michael McVey may feel rushed. Jan Darnley-Smith's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.