Where can I watch It's a Wonderful Life (1946)?

In US, It's a Wonderful Life is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and rent or buy from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is It's a Wonderful Life worth watching?

It's a Wonderful Life holds an audience score of 8.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.

Who stars in It's a Wonderful Life?

It's a Wonderful Life stars James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore, Thomas Mitchell and Henry Travers.

When was It's a Wonderful Life released?

It's a Wonderful Life was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.

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It's a Wonderful Life (1946): cast, story & where to watch

1946 · Film · ★ 8.3

Released in 1946, It's a Wonderful Life is a fantasy, drama and family film directed by Frank Capra, running about 130 minutes. “It's a wonderful laugh! It's a wonderful love!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. 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.

Who’s in it. It's a Wonderful Life stars James Stewart as George Bailey, Donna Reed as Mary Hatch, Lionel Barrymore as Mr. Potter and Thomas Mitchell as Uncle Billy, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.3/10, It's a Wonderful Life sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue. It went on to earn $9.6M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and rent or buy it from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch It's a Wonderful Life page.

If you liked it. Fans of It's a Wonderful Life tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch It's a Wonderful Life (1946)?: In US, It's a Wonderful Life is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and rent or buy from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is It's a Wonderful Life worth watching?: It's a Wonderful Life holds an audience score of 8.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in It's a Wonderful Life?: It's a Wonderful Life stars James Stewart, Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore, Thomas Mitchell and Henry Travers.
When was It's a Wonderful Life released?: It's a Wonderful Life was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.