It's a Wonderful Life
“It's a wonderful laugh! It's a wonderful love!”
9.2 / 10
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.
Cast
James Stewart·George Bailey
Donna Reed·Mary Hatch
Lionel Barrymore·Mr. Potter
Thomas Mitchell·Uncle Billy
Henry Travers·Clarence
Beulah Bondi·Mrs. Bailey
Frank Faylen·Ernie
Ward Bond·Bert
Gloria Grahame·Violet
H.B. Warner·Mr. Gower
Average shot length
9.5s per shot
Frank Capra's career average is 8.4s across 20 measured films —see the full picture.