Directed by Frank Capra
An Oscar-nominated drama family film directed by Frank Capra.
◈ CrunchScore
Top 1%
of all movies · weighted by audience size & source agreement
★ TMDB Audience Rating
8.3/10
5K ratings
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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Top 5% in every cohort we track — a consistent classic.
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