The Rooftop Christmas Tree Ending Explained: A legal team must work together to figure out the mystery behind a rooftop Christmas tree to keep the owner from going to jail for Christmas -- again. Directed by David Winning, this 2016 tv movie film stars Michelle Morgan (Sarah Wright), alongside Tim Reid as Dale Landis, Stephen Huszar as John Keaton, Roger Dunn as Judge Sam Conner. With a 6.1/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.

What Happens at the End of The Rooftop Christmas Tree?

A legal team must work together to figure out the mystery behind a rooftop Christmas tree to keep the owner from going to jail for Christmas -- again.

How Does Michelle Morgan (Sarah Wright)'s Story End?

  • Michelle Morgan: Michelle Morgan's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
  • Tim Reid (Dale Landis): Tim Reid's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
  • Stephen Huszar (John Keaton): Stephen Huszar's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of The Rooftop Christmas Tree Mean?

The Rooftop Christmas Tree's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Michelle Morgan may feel rushed. David Winning's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.