It's a Wonderful Life

Name: It's a Wonderful Life
Genre: Drama, Family, Fantasy
Released: 1946-12-20
Duration: 131 min
Rating: 8.3
Cast: James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore, Thomas Mitchell, Henry Travers

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

8.3/ 10IMDb8.65.0K

19462h 11mPG

Overview

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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Director: Frank Capra
Writers: Philip Van Doren Stern, Frances Goodrich, Albert Hackett, Frank Capra
Producer: Frank Capra
Production: Liberty Films

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Frequently asked questions

What is It's a Wonderful Life rated?

It's a Wonderful Life has an audience rating of 8.3 out of 10 from 5.0K votes.

Who directed It's a Wonderful Life?

It's a Wonderful Life was directed by Frank Capra.

When was It's a Wonderful Life released?

It's a Wonderful Life was released in 1946.