The Girl on the Train

In the climactic moments of The Girl on the Train, it’s revealed that Tom, Rachel’s ex-husband, is the real murderer of Megan. Throughout the story, Rachel uncovers clues and memories that point to Tom’s involvement, especially after remembering seeing Megan with Tom the night she was killed. It turns out that Megan was pregnant with Tom’s child, and when she threatened to tell him, Tom’s anger escalated and he murdered her in a fit of rage. This revelation shocks Rachel and explains much of the mystery surrounding Megan’s death.

In the final scenes, Rachel rushes to warn Anna, Tom’s current wife, about Tom’s violent nature. Confronted with the truth, Anna and Rachel team up in a tense and dangerous encounter with Tom. When Tom becomes aggressive and reveals his true darker side, the women are forced to defend themselves. In a tragic turn, they end up killing Tom in self-defense, ensuring he cannot hurt anyone else.

This ending underscores the destructive power of secrets, abuse, and lies, as well as showing how Rachel finally takes control of her life by exposing the truth and defending herself and Anna from an unimaginable threat. It’s a dramatic conclusion that ties together the themes of obsession, betrayal, and justice.

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 at 08:58