MTDb โบ Best of โบ 1946 โบ It's a Wonderful Life
It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
โถ Trailer, images & where to streamOverview
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
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
Gloria Grahameas Violet
H.B. Warneras Mr. Gower
Frank Albertsonas Sam Wainwright
Todd Karnsas Harry Bailey
Samuel S. Hindsas Pa Bailey
Mary Treenas Cousin Tilly
Facts
| Release date | December 20, 1946 |
| Runtime | 131 min (2h 11m) โ longer as the 1946 average of 115 min |
| Genres | Fantasy, Drama, Family |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $3,180,000 |
| Box office | $9,644,124 (3.0ร budget) |
| IMDb | tt0038650 |
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Questions
How long is It's a Wonderful Life?
It's a Wonderful Life runs 131 minutes (2h 11m).
Is It's a Wonderful Life worth watching?
TMDB users give it 8.3/10 across 5,081 votes, which places it #1 of 8 films released in 1946 in this index (top 100%) and #16 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed It's a Wonderful Life?
It's a Wonderful Life was directed by Frank Capra. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939), It Happened One Night (1934), Arsenic and Old Lace (1944).
Who stars in It's a Wonderful Life?
James Stewart as George Bailey; Donna Reed as Mary Hatch; Lionel Barrymore as Mr. Potter; Thomas Mitchell as Uncle Billy; Henry Travers as Clarence; Beulah Bondi as Mrs. Bailey.
What is It's a Wonderful Life rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for It's a Wonderful Life?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/20896.