It's a Wonderful Life

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It's a Wonderful Life (1947)

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

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83

PG 2 hr 10 minJan 7th, 1947Drama, Family, Fantasy

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.

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DirectorFrank Capra

StarringJames StewartDonna ReedLionel Barrymore

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as George Bailey

Lionel Barrymore

Thomas Mitchell

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:January 7th, 1947

Original Language:English

Production Companies:RKO Radio Pictures, Liberty Films

Movie Tags:christmas, bank, holiday, angel, newlywed

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