Movie details

It's a Wonderful Life

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

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

1946 2h 11m 8.3 rated Drama, Family, Fantasy

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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Starring

James Stewart George Bailey

Donna Reed Mary Hatch

Lionel Barrymore Mr. Potter

Thomas Mitchell Uncle Billy

Henry Travers Clarence

Beulah Bondi Mrs. Bailey

Made by

Director

Frank Capra

Studios

Liberty Films

Release

1946-12-20

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