From a flop in 1946 to one of the most beloved and acclaimed films of all time and a perennial holiday favorite - that is the singular journey of "It's a Wonderful Life." ...

George Bailey dove into icy water to save an angel—and saved himself. Research explains why: Altruism activates the brain's spiritual network, especially when we are in despair.

Jimmy Hawkins wasn’t even 5 years old when he played Tommy Bailey in It’s a Wonderful Life, but if there’s an unofficial spokesperson for the 1946 Frank Capra movie, it’s him. Now 84, the actor-turned ...

There's a little town in Central New York that our old colleague, Bill Geist visited 14 years ago, when he said, "On Christmas morning, what better place to be than Seneca Falls, N.Y.? The town loudly ...

Prime Video features a few versions of the film, including one that cuts out a key sequence in the life of protagonist George ...

It’s the most nostalgic time of the year, where the early, pitch-dark and cold nights inspire people to snuggle and turn on some classic, heartwarming Christmas movies and TV. Arguably the greatest ...

In time for the holidays, NBC is airing a plethora of Christmas movie classics, from the animated "How The Grinch Stole Christmas" to the black-and-white classic "It's a Wonderful Life." Released in ...