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It's a Wonderful Life (1946)

Poster for It's a Wonderful Life

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

A holiday favourite for generations... 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

Director
Frank Capra
  • Profile picture of James Stewart
    George Bailey James Stewart
  • Profile picture of Donna Reed
    Mary Hatch Donna Reed
  • Profile picture of Lionel Barrymore
    Mr. Potter Lionel Barrymore
  • Profile picture of Thomas Mitchell
    Uncle Billy Thomas Mitchell
  • Profile picture of Henry Travers
    Clarence Henry Travers
  • Profile picture of Beulah Bondi
    Mrs. Bailey Beulah Bondi
  • Profile picture of Frank Faylen
    Ernie Frank Faylen
  • Profile picture of Ward Bond
    Bert Ward Bond

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