It's a wonderful laugh! It's a wonderful love!
A holiday favourite for generations... 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.
small town
angel
suicide attempt
holiday
bank
great depression
family business
nervous breakdown
old house
newlywed
magic realism
told in flashback
alternative reality
guardian angel
high school dance
christmas
sentimental
cheerful
optimistic
xmas eve