It's a Wonderful Life

(1946)Directed by Frank Capra131 min · PGDrama, Family, Fantasy
It's a wonderful laugh! It's a wonderful love!

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.

James Stewartas George Bailey
Donna Reedas Mary Hatch
Lionel Barrymoreas Mr. Potter
Thomas Mitchellas Uncle Billy
Henry Traversas Clarence
Beulah Bondias Mrs. Bailey
Frank Faylenas Ernie
Ward Bondas Bert
H.B. Warneras Mr. Gower
Frank Albertsonas Sam Wainwright
Todd Karnsas Harry Bailey
Samuel S. Hindsas Pa Bailey
Mary Treenas Cousin Tilly
Virginia Pattonas Ruth Dakin
Charles Williamsas Cousin Eustace
Sarah Edwardsas Mrs. Hatch
William Edmundsas Mr. Martini
Argentina Brunettias Mrs. Martini
Robert J. Andersonas Little George
Ronnie Ralphas Little Sam
Jeanne Gailas Little Mary
Jeanine Ann Rooseas Little Violet