It's a Wonderful Life
1946, English. Directed by Frank Capra.
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.
- Runtime
- 2h 11m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Where to watch It's a Wonderful Life
It's a Wonderful Life isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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- Released
- 20 December 1946
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Frances Goodrich, Albert Hackett, Frank Capra
- Budget
- $3.2M
- Box office
- $9.6M
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What It's a Wonderful Life is based on
It's a Wonderful Life is based on The Greatest Gift (1945) by Philip Van Doren Stern.
1945
The Greatest Gift
By Philip Van Doren Stern
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It's a Wonderful Life: quick answers
Is It's a Wonderful Life worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.3/10 from 5,160 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is It's a Wonderful Life?
It's a Wonderful Life runs 131 minutes (2h 11m).
Does It's a Wonderful Life have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for It's a Wonderful Life. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
It's a Wonderful Life parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
It's a Wonderful Life is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is It's a Wonderful Life on?
It's a Wonderful Life isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like It's a Wonderful Life?
If you liked It's a Wonderful Life, try A Christmas Carol, The Good Witch's Destiny, The Good Witch.
Who directed It's a Wonderful Life?
It's a Wonderful Life (1946) was directed by Frank Capra and stars James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore.
What is It's a Wonderful Life based on?
It's a Wonderful Life is based on The Greatest Gift (1945) by Philip Van Doren Stern.