Murdered at 17 Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?

What Happens at the End of Murdered at 17?

Pretty and popular, seventeen-year-old Brooke Emerson is the envy of her classmates--and even some of her closest friends. But while she seems to have it all, Brooke has never felt so lost. Ever since she sustained a head injury during a cheerleading stunt the previous year, she's suffered from a disorder that causes her to fly into uncontrollable, sometimes violent rages. As hard as she tries to keep it together, she finds herself in danger of jeopardizing her seemingly perfect life. It isn't until Brooke meets Jake, a handsome and charismatic stranger, that she feels like she's found someone who not only understands her, but accepts her for who she is. As tempting as it is to get swept up in the romance, she can't help but feel like something in their relationship isn't quite right. When her best friend is brutally murdered, Brooke has no choice but to depend on her new love...especially because she's worried that she might be the killer.

Curtis Crawford's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Susan Walters (Carley Emerson)'s journey. But while she seems to have it all, Brooke has never felt so lost.

How Does Susan Walters (Carley Emerson)'s Story End?

• Susan Walters: Susan Walters's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
• Cristine Prosperi (Brooke Emerson): Cristine Prosperi's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
• Blake Burt (Jake Campali): Blake Burt's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Murdered at 17 Mean?

The ending of Murdered at 17 brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Susan Walters's story may not satisfy all audiences.