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Story summary
- The film’s revival began in the 1970s after It’s a Wonderful Life entered the public domain, sparking annual holiday broadcasts.
- On December 20, 1946, It’s a Wonderful Life premiered in New York City, directed by Frank Capra.
- The film follows George Bailey through an angel's intervention.
- The film initially received mixed reviews and underperformed at the box office, losing about $525,000.
- It received five Academy Award nominations but won none.
