It may not be set exclusively at Christmas, but no movie is associated with the holidays quite like Frank Capra's 1946 classic It's a Wonderful Life. The film failed to find an audience on release, but when it began airing on TV in later decades it resonated with new generations of film fans and has become a staple of Christmas viewing.
Capra's film plays in cinemas every December, but this year it's celebrating its 80th anniversary with a new 4K restoration playing in UK/ROI cinemas from December 11th.
Check out the new trailer and poster below.
The official synopsis reads:
Embraced as a cherished holiday tradition by families around the world, Frank Capra’s heart-warming masterpiece IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE now celebrates 80 years. George Bailey (James Stewart) sets aside his dreams of world travel to run his father’s small community bank, and protect the people of Bedford Falls from greedy businessman Mr. Potter (Lionel Barrymore). When a costly mistake pushes George to the brink of despair, a visit from a kindly angel (Henry Travers) will show George how the life of one good man can change the world forever.
