It's a Wonderful Life
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It's a Wonderful Life

It's a wonderful laugh! It's a wonderful love!

8.3 / 10 1946 2h 11mPG English
DramaFamilyFantasy

Storyline

George Bailey has spent his entire life giving to the people of Bedford Falls. All that prevents rich skinflint Mr. Potter from taking over the entire town is George's modest building and loan company. But on Christmas Eve the business's $8,000 is lost and George's troubles begin.

Cast & Crew

James Stewart

James Stewart

George Bailey

Lead
Donna Reed

Donna Reed

Mary Hatch

Lionel Barrymore

Lionel Barrymore

Mr. Potter

Thomas Mitchell

Thomas Mitchell

Uncle Billy

Henry Travers

Henry Travers

Clarence

Beulah Bondi

Beulah Bondi

Mrs. Bailey

Frank Faylen

Frank Faylen

Ernie

Ward Bond

Ward Bond

Bert

What People Are Saying

5.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Frank Capra's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
4.0
Every frame feels alive. It's a Wonderful Life is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker