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It's a Wonderful Life
Directed by Frank Capra
1946•2h 11m•PG•★ 8.3
Drama / Family / Fantasy
Synopsis
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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Cast & Crew
DirectorFrank Capra
WriterFrank CapraAlbert HackettFrances Goodrich
CinematographyJoseph F. BirocJoseph Walker
MusicDimitri Tiomkin
Principal Cast
James StewartGeorge Bailey
Donna ReedMary Hatch
Lionel BarrymoreMr. Potter
Thomas MitchellUncle Billy
Henry TraversClarence
Beulah BondiMrs. Bailey
Frank FaylenErnie
Ward BondBert
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Runtime2h 11m (131 mins)
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DirectorFrank Capra
LanguagesEnglish
CountryUS
StudioLiberty Films
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