It's a Wonderful Life

Film - 1946 - Drama, Fantasy, Kids & Family

The story

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.

Directed by

Frank Capra

Starring

James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore, Thomas Mitchell, Henry Travers, Beulah Bondi

Where to watch

binge

Ratings

IMDb 8.6 out of 10

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Film · 1946 · Drama · Fantasy · Kids & Family

It's a Wonderful Life

79% match2h 11mG
B
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✦ Christmas✦ Critically loved
The story

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.

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IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE | Official Trailer | Param
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Ratings
IMDb
8.6 / 10
558k votes
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94%
Tomatometer
4.44 / 5
760k ratings · Letterboxd
TMDB
8.3 / 10
TMDB users
Details
TypeFilm
GenreDrama, Fantasy, Kids & Family
Runtime2h 11m
RatedG
Release1946-12-20
Where to watch
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