USA,
1946, 130 min
Directed by:
Frank CapraComposer:
Dimitri TiomkinCast:
James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore, Thomas Mitchell, Henry Travers, Beulah Bondi, Frank Faylen, Ward Bond, Gloria Grahame, H.B. Warner (more)VOD (4)
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Frank Capra’s heart-warming masterpiece has been embraced as a cherished holiday tradition by families around the world! George Bailey (James Stewart) sets aside his dreams of world travel to run his father’s small community bank, and protect the people of Bedford Falls from greedy businessman Mr. Potter (Lionel Barrymore). When a costly mistake pushes George to the brink of despair, a visit from a kindly angel (Henry Travers) will show George how the life of one good man can change the world forever. (Paramount Home Entertainment)
(more)Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Academy Awards
- 1947 - Best Motion Picture of the Year
- 1947 - Frank Capra (Best Achievement in Directing)
- 1947 - James Stewart (Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role)
- 1947 - Best Achievement in Film Editing
- 1947 - Best Sound Mixing
Golden Globes
- 1947 - Frank Capra (Best Director)
New York Film Critics Circle Awards
- 1946 - Frank Capra (Best Director)