As a 92 year old man... I thank god for the many times over the years I got to watch this film with my wife... we were married for 68 years...

@michaelpowers6784

Жыл бұрын

That’s amazing! God bless you and your wife!

@michaelpowers6784

Жыл бұрын

Sorry, may your wife R.I.P.

@faulknersealock5575

Жыл бұрын

God bless both of you sir I know watch this with my wife every Christmas eve after we put the presents out its probably one of my very favorite things about Christmas now

@mr.ramfan8100

Жыл бұрын

God bless you, sir!!

@adamhauskins6407

Жыл бұрын

You sir where every lucky in life

“To my big brother George, the richest man in town.” Tears and chills every time.

@RockSmithStudio

Жыл бұрын

Water over the Dam

@carriefischer9552

Жыл бұрын

ME TOO I WATCH TOO WITH MY MOM AND AT THE OF THE MOVIE ITS A WONDERFUL LIFE I GET GOOSEBUMPS FROM THE WATCHING THE END OF THE ITS A WONDERFUL LIFE ITS A GOOD CHRISTMAS MOVIE EVERY YEAR AROUND CHRISTMAS TIME AND NOW BEING THAT CHRISTMAS IS OVER WITH, ITS A NEW YEARS WEEKEND OF 2023 AND IM SURE THE CHRISTMAS MOVIE ITS A WONDERFUL LIFE WILL BE BACK AGAIN NEXT YEAR IN 2023

@MrOrangefuse

Жыл бұрын

This movie never meant much to me until I grew up and went through some stuff of my own.

@mckenna8663

Жыл бұрын

I could have written this reply. It doesn't matter which point of the movie I come in on. When Harry says his line, I am an instant puddle.

@fredblahblah.6352

Жыл бұрын

All full of tears and much blah blah ... yet not one mention of God, who happens to be at the centre of the story!

The single line that has never ever failed to make me cry is when the uncle says “they didn’t ask any questions, just heard you were in trouble and they were all in”

@jdcsiahaan

Жыл бұрын

yeah that always make me cry too. with friends like that, George Bailey really is, as Harry put it, the richest man in town!

@MiltRodgers

9 ай бұрын

To my big brother George, the richest man in town

@chrisarseneault5617

8 ай бұрын

The one that I really love and is so funny is when Annie says " I'm saving this money for a divorce if ever I get a husband!"

@rogue7723

8 ай бұрын

​@chrisarseneault5617 That line and "I busted the jukebox" _always_ got a big laugh out of me.

@joeblaumer2085

7 ай бұрын

That IS one of my favorite lines ever!

“No man is a failure who has friends “ every time I read that I burst into tears

@lesschoenberger3070

2 жыл бұрын

"Attaboy Clarence!".......

@geeebuttersnap2433

Жыл бұрын

I must be a failure than.

@luistenma85

Жыл бұрын

​@@geeebuttersnap2433 I was going to say the same thing and then I saw your comment. I've drawn people out of my life for many reasons, but mainly by hating myself and thinking unconsciously I don't deserve happiness. I don't think we should think we are a failure though... Because I don't think the main meaning of the movie should be for that quote to be taken literally, but that in the end, all that matters is to keep in mind that we should try and care of others, the same way that many people have tried to take care of us. To look for the George Baileys in our worlds. Things will be good, my friend, and I hope you have such happy holidays :)

@josaml791

Жыл бұрын

@@geeebuttersnap2433 same

@christophersmyth1908

Жыл бұрын

Me too! Everytime!!

"To my big brother George, the richest man in town"...the tears commence.

@CJ87317

4 жыл бұрын

The line that gets me every damn time.

@population-_-420

3 жыл бұрын

🤧😔😭🤧

@osmanyousif7849

3 жыл бұрын

That and, "Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings.".

@JuanDavid-ke2xq

2 жыл бұрын

Harry viewed his brother George as rich because he had so many friends to help him and had a family. Yes this scene makes me tear up too.

@jimmysamson3511

2 жыл бұрын

Everytime I read the quote, "Remember, no man is a failure who has friends." I always cry

The part with the message from Sam always gets to me. $25,000 in 1946 is equivalent to almost $380,000 today. His friend trusts him so much that the second he hears he's in trouble, he is offering him a small fortune. Doesn't know what is going on, doesn't need to know, just wants to make sure George is okay. Love that moment.

@jayteegamble

Жыл бұрын

And also he probably wants to show of a little bit for Mary :-)

@worstv6418

Жыл бұрын

Well, he did help him out providing info at the start, which helped his business a lot.

@melianna999

Жыл бұрын

If we all were like George world would be heaven.

@AleisterCrowleyMagus

Жыл бұрын

I know - it’s beautiful. That and war hero Harry just kill me every time -

@RockSmithStudio

Жыл бұрын

@@jayteegamble naw IMO Sam is suppose to show that having lots of money doesn't make you a bad person like Mr. Potter and how you can use that wealth to help people

The fact that despite all the horrible things he said when he came home the first time, she knew that wasn't him, didn't take it personally, and then turned around and sought immediate help is quite amazing. That's the kind of spouse you want.

@kimquinn7728

4 ай бұрын

In Scripture we are cautioned to deal with one another according to knowledge. Knowledge. Today, people have a disagreement or a bad day, "It must not be working out for us! I don't need this!" They leave. Mary Bailey knew what kind of man her husband was at heart. That he was speaking and acting from stress and fear and frustration. She never doubted him. This is how we al b should treat those we love. He was a good man.

@TechnologyMod

4 ай бұрын

❤​@@kimquinn7728

This movie has such a brilliant payoff. The whole thing builds for about 3/4 of its runtime, simply showing the life of this man and the sacrifices he's made for the benefit of others. Only after all this is Clarence introduced and George's wish of never been born realised. And then the final 10 minutes of uplift that bring it all together. I can't really think of another script like it. It's hard not to feel this wave of emotion.

@manuelorozco7760

Жыл бұрын

I remember crying the first time and feeling happy to have seen it

@stephenpassaggio9975

Жыл бұрын

Batman begins is similar

@clydedoris5002

6 ай бұрын

The buildup shows how he actually has a million dollars

@billymarino4452

6 ай бұрын

You summed it up perfectly. I watched the film for the first time Christmas morning and I won't lie; the first 3/4 of the movie drags at points and I was thinking "when is the angel going to show up?" By the time George is about to commit suicide and Clarence shows up my interest increased dramatically. By the time he's running around town yelling "Merry Christmas" I was ready to jump and cheer too. The ending is also phenomenal. The buildup may be slow but it's so worth it if you stick with the film to the final act. And I understand that we as an audience have to get to know George and his family otherwise his attempted suicide wouldn't be as impactful.

I went from completely disregarding this as a child, to being drawn to tears as an adult. Growing older makes you appreciate happiness.

@diosantana2659

7 жыл бұрын

Did you really compare this to "Home Alone". Jesus Christ.

@chelsmac3179

5 жыл бұрын

Same experience. From being forced to watch it with my parents, to bawling every time.

@jongon0848

5 жыл бұрын

Same my dad showed this to me as a kid and being dumb I couldn't get into it but now that I'm older it's a film that makes me tear up every time I watch it

@jamessibson7453

5 жыл бұрын

You have become enlightened about life !! Your first big step in a new direction for you perhaps !!!

@barbaranelson8617

5 жыл бұрын

TheAwesomeDarkNinja I know exactly what you mean. I really didn’t care about this movie when I was a kid but when I got older I began to fall in love with it. Now it’s one of my holiday favorites.

Without a doubt, the best ending to any movie.

@holden6104

7 жыл бұрын

No doubt in my mind. The perfect culmination of every event in the movie, small or large, leading up to that one joyous moment. Can't be surpassed.

@keythdanielsen8316

5 жыл бұрын

@@holden6104 I have to say the ending of Casablanca matches this for pure emotional intensity. That why this movie and that are my 2 favorite ones.

@megamoviez

5 жыл бұрын

@Sammy R. I'd put Gladiator up there too in my opinion at least

@megamoviez

5 жыл бұрын

@Sammy R. Because it ends beautifully with a man giving his life and avenging his family and while the AMAZING music plays he passes to go and see them again. It makes me cry everytime due to its execution.

@Lava1964

5 жыл бұрын

You've obviously never seen City Lights (1931).

A movie line for all time, "Remember George no man is a failure that has friends." All the money and fame in this world are as fleeting and fragile as dust in the wind. Friendship and the support of others can steer any ship through the deepest waters. It's a wonderful life, it's a wonderful film. Like the great classic, A Christmas Carol our hero is brought from the very depths of despair to the deepest joy imaginable. Nothing is more uplifting than that. A true classic.

@Heylilvelvet

2 жыл бұрын

Amen!! 🙌

@alangranville

Жыл бұрын

A wonderful post Don. To lift a remark that John Wayne made about westerns "Maybe everyday life isn't like that but it should be"

@fredblahblah.6352

Жыл бұрын

Wrong message. The truth is otherwise: No man is a failure who has LOVE.

@karmatt3098

Жыл бұрын

I have to imagine that quote would be very difficult for those unfortunate to feel they have no friends.

@harrellt1405

10 ай бұрын

Experience is truly a lasting thing. And love from your friends and family is a memory to last

You never know how much of an impact you can make in a person’s life just by being kind.

This is not A Christmas movie.This is THE Christmas movie

@MegaJustGeorge

4 жыл бұрын

Giorgio, this is the Greatest Christmas Movie of All Time. Period.

@seanettles657

4 жыл бұрын

It is THE movie, period.

@sggfaith6179

3 жыл бұрын

200th like ur welcome

@giorgiofedeli764

3 жыл бұрын

@@sggfaith6179 Amazing!

@hectorcolin2008

3 жыл бұрын

This is THE New Year movie. Die Hard is THE Christmas movie.

I'm a Navy vet with PTSD. This movie literally saved my life.

@GenericWhiteBitch1980

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service and your sacrifice 💕

@RollTide1987

2 жыл бұрын

It probably saved Jimmy Stewart's life, too. He had just come back home from the war and was struggling with PTSD himself.

@mykiethomas

2 жыл бұрын

That is absolutely amazing. Thank you for your service to our country, sir. ♥️

@radiof00le

2 жыл бұрын

Be safe. Care.

@pytcindy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 4 ur service 💕💕💕💕

This movie saved me. I was very suicidal two years ago, and watching this made me realize that everyone in your life you have touched some how. And that’s what kept me going. Merry Christmas to all.

Written by Alan Berens - I realized something while watching "It's a Wonderful Life" recently. It was something I missed the first 326 times I watched it. That is, I think the hero of the story isn't George, it's Mary. The movie starts off with Mary praying for God to be with George. Her prayer (and others) is the catalyst for the angel, Clarence, being sent to George. Mary is the one who sees the beauty of the old broken down house. "It's full of romance, that old place." George sees empty space; Mary sees a space that can be filled with a family's love. That's why George kisses the broken banister knob in the end; he finally sees what Mary always saw in that house. Mary saw it on the day of their wedding. She was the one who transformed the house into "honeymoon suite." Of course, that happened after she had the idea to offer her $2000 honeymoon money to the people of the town during the bank run. When George is depressed by his friends moving onward and upward in the world and think he's a disappointment to his wife because of it, Mary makes it clear that she "didn't want to marry anybody else in town." Never complaining, she worked "day after day remaking the old Granville house into a home." This while having 4 children and running the USO. Finally, Mary is the one who goes all over town to ask for help for her husband. Uncle Billy remarks, "Mary did it, George! Mary did it!" I had never noticed her expression before when Uncle Billy says this. She's in the background as he says it, and she mouths "No..." while she shakes her head and moves further into the background. It's an incredibly subtle but important feature of her character: do good for others, but let others receive the credit. She moves fully into the background so that everyone giving money to George can come front and center. This was all orchestrated by Mary but she fades into the background. Now look at the picture below where Mary is again in the background. Note where she's positioned: over George's shoulder. The one watching over George all these years was Mary. She was as much a guardian angel to George as Clarence was. In the end, George was a good man; even a great one. He was after all, "The richest man in town." But would he have accomplished all he did, and been the man he was without Mary? I think the answer is definitely not. And there are many such Marys in this world who quietly go about, offering their prayers, works, and sufferings; raising their children; praying for their husbands and making them 10x the men they would have been without them. I know. I'm married to one. Most of their deeds won't be known this side of heaven. Until they're known, we, the Georges of this world, offer to you Marys our profound thank you. And we promise to keep trying to lasso the moon for you. You deserve nothing less.

@echostik

Ай бұрын

Wow great inspection ❤👏🏻

@BruceHurley

Ай бұрын

That's beautiful, brother! Thanks for sharing this.

“They didn’t even ask any questions, just said George is in trouble!” I bawl everytime

@TheBtstephens

2 жыл бұрын

And the look on Mary’s face when Uncle Billy says it was all her idea

@williamlattanziobill2475

2 жыл бұрын

Same here...

@jogman262

2 жыл бұрын

Mary was George’s strength.

@Hawksforever99

Жыл бұрын

If only people cared about their fellow man, today, as they did in this movie!!!

@cathyprichard182

Жыл бұрын

same here

Harry may have done everything that George wanted to do in life, but he still looked up to his big brother

@MegaJustGeorge

4 жыл бұрын

I hope this doesn't offend any of us - but, to quote Harry, "To my big brother George - the richest man in town!"

@randomnessanimation6831

3 жыл бұрын

Take that Henry Potters!

@jaydendhaliwal8238

3 жыл бұрын

I like to think George was now able to do everything he wanted to do in life after the end of the movie

@christopherstewart3558

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, because he sacrificed his dreams and ambitions for the betterment of his family and friends!

@user-mv1jt4qn2g

3 жыл бұрын

Yes and his brother came home when he thought his big brother needed him

George's face right after his brother toasts him and the entire room starts singing is one of the most priceless and heartwarming expressions I've ever seen in my life.

@faithandhappiness

7 ай бұрын

George has the most amazing expressions this whole movie. You can feel his emotions

@spkanava

6 ай бұрын

1946

@dr.zahraasaad8644

4 ай бұрын

This is the beauty of James Stewart acting, such an amazing actor that you can not take your eyes off of him when he is on screen because if you do for a seconed you will miss an expression thats how great he was, a beautiful, amazing, and extra talented artist with extraordinary emotion and feelings.

This film has literally saved my life.

@manuelorozco7760

Жыл бұрын

I remember that feeling. I still think of hurting myself or others. They are just random thoughts. But I always think, any day can be like Xmas as long as there’s nothing to celebrate with others

@spkanava

Ай бұрын

1946

"Remember, no man is a failure who has friends."

@thegirlinquestion

5 жыл бұрын

Jim B what does it mean when you have no friends :(

@carleavesceo709

5 жыл бұрын

That is so true about friends.

@jameswarren3467

5 жыл бұрын

suzuki sinclair if you have no friends it dosn't mean your a faluire! Your not a failure.

@thedarknutsackreturns431

5 жыл бұрын

Amen

@daveicc495

5 жыл бұрын

It would be nice if one had some friends

"I've been saving this money for a divorce, if ever I get a husband!" I love that line!

@brendagray9296

5 жыл бұрын

John Clark yeah me too, RIP Lillian Randolph

@TheLAKERSareGodsTeam

5 жыл бұрын

RIP Buffalo Soldier

@carlotheatheist

5 жыл бұрын

That's mommy two shoes from Tom and Jerry.

@joel8583

4 жыл бұрын

Thomas!

@steveendicott1855

4 жыл бұрын

That was the maid btw!

My old English teacher from high school told our class she didn’t want to show this movie to us because she didn’t want to make all the boys cry, as a 16 year old boy I thought that was ridiculous because I had never cried at a movie but I was home on Friday night that week and watched it with my mom and I’ve never cried from happiness so hard. This will forever go down as one of my top 5 all time movies. No man is a failure if he has friends.😢

@oooh19

5 ай бұрын

That’s really sexist of the teacher tbh

@spkanava

2 ай бұрын

1946

I’m an addict in recovery. Since I was a little boy, I’ve watched this movie every Christmas Eve with my family. From 2018-2021, I’d be drunk or high on Christmas, or coming down. I’d watch this movie with no love or feeling in my heart. My family knew it. They were hurt and confused by me and still desperate to help me. I hit a low point in 2021. I watched this movie with my then-girlfriend. I was high and felt nothing, not a thing. This year was a turning point. I got clean and I will stay clean, I don’t have a doubt. I bought presents for my family. I participate in their lives. I feel love and give as well as receive. I watched this movie on Christmas Eve as usual this year, and I felt so much emotion at the end. It’s amazing to feel human again. Grateful to be alive and to feel love in my life, and to be able to share it with others.

@mmgubin

Жыл бұрын

Congrats and God Bless!

@bestof3994

Жыл бұрын

I hope you fully enjoy a wonderful life. Best of luck 👍😄

@user-jz3lk1oo5e

10 ай бұрын

God bless you brother

This ending gets me every time. I remember when I was a kid, my father lost his business he worked so hard for. He was devastated. Our church went all out to help us. Soon people were dropping off food, money, stuff for the kids. Just the power of a local community pulling together. I think of that every time I see this ending.

@mikeneufield2855

3 жыл бұрын

Amazing story ,so good to hear that.. still are good people in the world .jus finished watching Its a wonderful life. Gets me every time ..

@genenash394

3 жыл бұрын

I remember when I was 5 year's old . My Dad lost his job . About 2 weeks before Christmas . We went to my grandpa's for Christmas week ... I did not know anything was wrong at all , to young . Well when we got home . The house was full of gifts a Christmas tree . All that I knew at the time . Was that Santa had come while we were gone . It was the best Christmas that we ever had . All the people that my Dad worked with and many of my Mom's friend's made that Christmas for us . That was 1955 .

@michiamamomimi

2 жыл бұрын

My mom broke her ankle when I was in high school and my dad was stationed elsewhere.o7r church and neighbors got me school supplies etc

@robertwilliams7842

2 жыл бұрын

@@genenash394 That story was great to hear to know people still care I in this world

@robertwilliams7842

2 жыл бұрын

That story you said brought Me to tears,,

…to my brother George! The richest man in town!

@CJ87317

7 жыл бұрын

That's the line where I lose it every time.

@vardastarkindler

5 жыл бұрын

Same, it gets me everytime

@jacksonpope3955

5 жыл бұрын

Literally and figuratively

@floydhebert3684

5 жыл бұрын

To Ned Flanders, the richest left-handed man in town

@Andy13april64

4 жыл бұрын

@@CJ87317 Me too.

I've watched it today and consider, by far, the best movie made in all times. Timeless message: faith, family, friendship, real happiness. Not surprisingly that is considered the golden era of American cinema.

@meeper46

2 жыл бұрын

Those were the good old days

@spkanava

6 күн бұрын

1946

Something to keep in mind, Jimmy Stewart by his own admission was going through some real bad PTSD after coming back from Europe in WWII and flying B-29s for 3 years. The role of George Bailey helped him cope with coming home and the survivors guilt of coming back alive.

Moral of this story, you don't really know what you have until its gone..........

@cammonnette1783

7 жыл бұрын

MrJimmy3459 the most Beautiful thing ever said

@troyandrew7443

7 жыл бұрын

and be happy with what god has given u

@trippcory

7 жыл бұрын

It's main moral is that God puts everyone on earth for a reason, be it a small one that only helps a few people or a major one that saves hundreds of lives. Nevertheless, we all have a purpose, and George's was to save Bedford Falls from falling under the control of Potter.

@operation1968

6 жыл бұрын

tripp cory or that you don't know how much impact you've had on the people around you, and that you don't know how far small and random acts of kindness can go

@shelbyfoote7904

6 жыл бұрын

MrJimmy3459 "All you can take with you is that which you've given away."

a man is not rich with money. A man is rich with a loving family and friends.

@PatrickRsGhost

3 жыл бұрын

A man who loves his neighbor as he loves himself has more riches than every monarch in the known world.

@panteraxenos4789

3 жыл бұрын

Amen

@drrd4127

2 жыл бұрын

I don't have money, friends or family but I am incredibly happy in life so yeah, happiness is what you make of what you got.

@Amp661

2 жыл бұрын

Not to everyone. Rich means being happy and loving yourself. That wife and kid crap is a compliment to loving your life.

@ernestkovach3305

2 жыл бұрын

A man or woman is rich by being ...Good.

I cannot control crying when his young brother arrives home ..and when he says "A toast to my big brother George the richest man in town"

This movie is more relevant today than ever. An unsuccessful film in 1946 when it was released, but is now considered to be director Frank Capra's masterpiece.

When Harry says:"To my big brother George, the richest man in town." The following expression on Jimmy Stewarts face to one of my favourite lines in this film is one of the most honest, pure and amazing acting reactions I have ever seen. I cannot stop watching it over and over again. Thank you Jimmy, you were a wonderful actor.

@raymondlapointe2288

8 жыл бұрын

+Kate Wi Same with the part when they read the telegram from Sam Wainwright.

@zachedwards92

8 жыл бұрын

+Raymond LaPointe I agree. Complete happiness that he knows she knows he knows that she knows she didn't want money or Sam, but wanted true love instead. What a beautiful lady

@BitterBosh

8 жыл бұрын

That's the moment that always gets to me. No matter how cynical or jaded I'm feeling, that line & that moment you described makes my bawl.

@user-cf7pe3qg1c

7 жыл бұрын

Agreed Kate. I remember seeing that scene for the first time about 30 years ago and thought the exact same thing.

@doozerace

6 жыл бұрын

Been watching it every year for 35 years, and that telegraph part fucks me up every time. I go outta the room so my wife doesn't see me. Straight up kills me every Xmas.

- I bet it's a warrant for my arrest. Isn't it wonderful? I'm going to jail! That line cracks me up. Every. Single. Time.

@WinstonAug

4 жыл бұрын

Ha! That one and "My mouth's bleedin' Burt!"

@brandonallen3289

3 жыл бұрын

I also love how the one guy tears it up later with a smile on his face.

@RockSmithStudio

3 жыл бұрын

haha same. George got a wonderful gift from Clarence called Perspective. Ya going to jail would suck for a time but his family and friends would still be there for him(especially once he got out) even if they didn't chip in at the end to get him out. Still better than being dead/not being born at all.

@waynejohanson1083

3 жыл бұрын

The line is a classic.

@foxboi327

3 жыл бұрын

I thought it was great too. One of my favorite lines in all of cinema.

I'm 18, on December 30, 2021 I saw this film for the first time in my life. Although I'm emotional, I never really cry about sad film moments, until this one. This was truly the moment I started crying. I must say that this is definitely, the best Christmas movie ever made, so emotional films just are not made nowadays. This really made me think about my life choices, made me appreciate everything I have and made me think that it's really up to myself what I want to do in life. Truly a masterpiece

@ardeshirirani7061

Жыл бұрын

Yes everyone has had impact from you in your life in someway shape or form. If you ever feel down watch this movie

@manuelorozco7760

Жыл бұрын

I discovered the movie at age 17 in 2010

@davidahlstrom7533

Жыл бұрын

Yes and made by the great Frank Capra. He often had church bells ringing at the end of his films and documentaries (from the Bible -- 'Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land Unto All the Inhabitants thereof.' On the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia). Check out some of his other films also. Usually quite touching.

@manuelorozco7760

Жыл бұрын

@@davidahlstrom7533 I’ve also seen You Can’t Take It With You, It Happened One Night and Mr Smith Goes to Washington

@mandalahigherplanes9044

Жыл бұрын

It’s always “now”. You don’t know what you’ve got until it’s gone. Salvation is found within.

I felt down, depressed, and stressed out from work. Watched this whole movie today and it lifts me right back up again. This film is better than antidepressant drugs. I am a grown man in his 50s and this film is one of a few that brings a tear to my eyes. Thanks for uplifting this

@wolfie8748

10 ай бұрын

Very true 😢 ıt saved my life

Just the way he quietly delivers “Please God, let me live again.” Always rips my heart out and I’m drowning in tears. He truly has been given the greatest gift; a chance to see a world that has never been touched by him, to see how many lives he has saved and changed for the best and how when he was on the brink of taking his own life, everyone prayed, wept, searched, and tried to help him in any way they could.

@johnnynevermind8595

3 жыл бұрын

100 percent agreed.,. Fantastic and emotional on so many levels

@oolooo

2 жыл бұрын

Frankly , I am in there .I ask God that I may be alive again .That I may be a Person again .I want to be alive .

@strangebrew1231

2 жыл бұрын

And notice how it switches back as soon as he invokes God

@ernestkovach3305

2 жыл бұрын

Real. Truth .

@jeffjahns1974

2 жыл бұрын

As I laid in the hospital with 4 IV s and oxygen while trying to fight off covid pneumonia and blood clots, I prayed hard, just like George. I felt the love and prayers from so many friends and relatives, just like George. 2021 and this movie has new meaning for me.

It’s a tradition in my family to watch this movie every Christmas Eve. As I’ve gotten older, I understand the meaning even more. This year, the ending brought me to tears

@SagaofaCrew

3 жыл бұрын

Don't miss 'Christmas Eve in Cricketville' starring Jiminy Stewart and Donna Chirp - kzread.info/dash/bejne/g5iDp5KzmbPMh7A.html

@beccagregory3586

2 жыл бұрын

My family has a similar tradition except ours is A Christmas Story

@ElCid48

2 жыл бұрын

I first watch this movie as a teen when it was shown TV, and I watched it again and again. I love it it means more to me now.

@peggystoutemorin4529

2 жыл бұрын

It's a tradition in our family as well. We will watch it tonight.

@eye492

2 жыл бұрын

you watch it tonight? i did!

Wouldn't have given this movie a chance when I was a kid. As a 35 year old, this is the one that hits deep every year and leaves me with watery eyes. Time is a funny thing.

@manuelorozco7760

Жыл бұрын

I’m 29 and I first watched the movie when I was 17

@cloverg7821

11 ай бұрын

Agreed, watched this for the 1st time today as a 30 year old and it made me feel so much more emotional than I expected. I would have never thought to watch this when I was younger.

Probably one of the most wholesome sequences I’ve seen in a movie before. A true masterpiece this movie is

“I wouldn’t have a roof over my head if it weren’t for you, George!” Not sure why, but this line always starts the uncontrollable sobbing for me.

@WinstonAug

4 жыл бұрын

Definitely a choke up moment for me. Mr. Gower also gets me.

@millypoo7713

3 жыл бұрын

For me... it's when his brother Harry walks in. Flew all the way in a blizzard just to help his older brother. Makes me cry every time.

@michiamamomimi

2 жыл бұрын

Both that and Harry get me crying

@MrSmellySmell

2 жыл бұрын

It's great. I think this line helps him understand what his father was telling him years ago. Working at the building and loan does not feel like he's making much of a difference, it's not a glamourous job. But through this monotonous, thorn in his side type of job he is able to help people in such a fundamental way. Great movie. Every moment at the end of this movie ties in so well to the rest of the movie.

@NoName-zb1gm

2 жыл бұрын

Yep George was more than just a guy who sold mortgages. He sold security and a better life.

“I’ve been saving this money for a divorce in case I ever get a husband.” Best line ever!!!

"Remember, no man is a failure who has friends" Unforgettable ! ❤️

Im 16 years old, living and 2023, obsessed with old fims, and I can truly say that this is the oldest film ive watched that's ever made me cry. A true classic. Beautiful ending.

@saking91kingsley43

3 ай бұрын

I'm an English teacher of high school sophomores around your age. I'm showing this film to them next week. I hope it resonates with them and some of them have a similar reaction. I'm heartened that it resonated with you!

@53mamakat

2 ай бұрын

I'm 70 years old in 2023 n I love old, black n white films...esp that move me to tears...have you watched a 'A Tale of Two Cities' with Ronald Coleman 1935...? It's worth it as well ☺️

It's amazing how a movie can make your heart warm from seeing a man get excited over seeing his car crashed.

@megamoviez

6 жыл бұрын

FilmToaster This ending affects me every time I see it!

@jamessibson7453

5 жыл бұрын

Yes!! This whole scene made the movie !!!

@x00p3

5 жыл бұрын

@Jean v Voted Britain's favorite Christmas Movie! LOL

@128mrboss

4 жыл бұрын

Or get excited about being about being alive and not being dead

@fab4fan5

4 жыл бұрын

And going to jail 😭

I love the look on his face when Claerence tells him that every man on the transport died because his brother wasn't there to save them. He understood how such a seemingly unimportant act can ripple in time.

@ladyfire44

2 жыл бұрын

George started to understand that without him to save Harry's life from drowning in the icy waters, his parents grieved for his death, Bailey's Loaning company went belly up after his father's death, his uncle was put into in insane asylum and his mom turned the former Bailey home into a lodging facility.

@jeffrutt6331

2 жыл бұрын

Even better was when he told him, you see Geroge you really had a wonderful life, it would be such a waste to throw it all away for $8,000.

@christopher6673

2 жыл бұрын

ladyfire44 … sounds like 2021

@lie5196

2 жыл бұрын

If we take one of the C4 Liberty ships used during WW2 for sake of argument, they tended to carry roughly 6,000 troops. So not only did George's indirect action all them years ago save many people around Bedford falls but it also save an additional 6,000 + Christmas's!

@Kharkovkid

2 жыл бұрын

My Old Man was a deck gunner on troop transports for the invasion of Sicily and the Philippine Liberation. that line always hits me.

The little moment at 6:08 where Mary has a subtle look like, "You know I did this for you, right?" And George looks at her like, "Yes, you're amazing. This is amazing." No words exchanged, just a subtle glance and smile between both of them. Movies just don't carry this kind of weight anymore. What an amazing film.

My favorite part is when the bank examiner rips up the warrant with a smile and joins in on the singing. You can tell just how far George’s kindness reached that everyone (except potter) was ecstatic to see him get better

This is one of my favorite cinema moments of all time Think about it. The whole town came to safety for this man. The man who worked tirelessly through the entirety of his entire life Helping people serving his community. This man is a prime example of what a model citizen should be. The people care about this man so much they would literally This man touched so many lives. saving his brother's life, the pharmacist, the police officer, dozens of his neighbors for Bedford Falls. Giving his children such a great life. Additionally, after seeing the impact he would have if he wasn't there, his absence. Then when Clarence shows him the absence his life would have made. At the bridge, he begs for his old life back, even if it means he goes to jail forever. His gentleness, his kindness, his integrity, his HONOR The ending is one of the most emotional moments. The GLORY this man must feel in this moment absolutely takes my breath away. Seeing his community rally behind them. The community he's served his entire life. It is my wish one day to feel as this man does. To have your life mean something, to know your presence made such an impact on so many dozens of lives. Probably this man's finest hour...

@ambrosemclaren145

Жыл бұрын

His father gave him the example. A good father is a great blessing.

@joseruba1081

Жыл бұрын

And don’t forget Mary. Since they were kids she believed in his potential and good nature. As his uncle said, “Mary did it!”

@raoularmagnac2037

Жыл бұрын

@@joseruba1081 "George Bailey, I'll love you till the day I die." ❤️

@fredblahblah.6352

Жыл бұрын

@@joseruba1081 It was their FATHER who instilled proper values in them.

@fredblahblah.6352

Жыл бұрын

All talk and tears ... yet not one of you thanks God, who happens to be at the centre of the story, and who saved George miraculously after he prayed (and others prayed).

The only movie that makes me tear up. Every damn time

@MegaJustGeorge

4 жыл бұрын

I've wept over this movie quite a few times, friend - it really does make you feel that we all count in this life, one way or the other.

@gerardromagnoli5663

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree

@daves7079

4 жыл бұрын

Why is Mary so anxious to start drinking wine?

@joeytheslimeboi8900

4 жыл бұрын

Dave S well that was unexpected

@kevinhanratty8202

4 жыл бұрын

Atlantaaaaaa

Greatest movie ending ever. The emotions it invokes are unparalleled.

This is one of those endings that becomes more and more meaningful the older you get.

@realrembrandt8273

Жыл бұрын

So true 👍

The older I get the more this scene touches my heart.

@stephenfricke9298

2 жыл бұрын

So true, IRON SHARPENS IRON.

@melianna999

Жыл бұрын

I watched this movie 7-8 times and memorise some lines. Always wet eyes in the end.

December 27th, 2019 I had a dream that a voice was telling me I was soon to die. (I am a recovering alcoholic and was drinking heavily at the time) No emotion was in the words, just “your number is up and if you don’t change your course, you will be dead.” I was then shown what I believe to be a doorway to Death itself. I knew that’s where I was heading and it was unbelievably terrifying. I was shook for a couple of days afterwards but continued my path of self-destruction. A week later I had a blackout and was almost shot dead by the police. They told me it was a miracle that I was still alive. I realized the dream was a warning and I haven’t touched a drop in 20 months. Every time I hear Clarence say “You’ve been given a great gift George.” I think about it. That was my gift. A chance to see death without having to experience it yet.

@razzledazzle7

2 жыл бұрын

that’s great to hear

@casapaterna8696

2 жыл бұрын

How wonderfull, Nick, I’m glad you’re still with us!

This movie hits at a different emotional level for people who never realized their complete potential in life

I almost was going to suicide but that movie right there healed me and helped me to survive

@jeffbogue5022

3 жыл бұрын

Turn to Jesus friend he will save you

@kingapollo619

3 жыл бұрын

Yes turning to religion works yes

@armourofgod6310

3 жыл бұрын

how are you doing these days my friend?

@jeffbogue5022

3 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas let's all serve God and thank him for his son Jesus Christ who came to save all

@sweetcinnamonpnchkin

3 жыл бұрын

@Jeff- that’s good advice. However, even Christians can struggle with such thoughts. I’m a Christian and have had problems with suicidal thoughts and when I was a teenager, my mom caught me before I could begin.

"I wouldn't have a roof over my head if it wasn't for you, George!" A mighty important bit of testimony, right there.

I am always drawn to tears. My fav line comes from Harry," To my big brother George, the richest man in town ". Best movie ever!

Literally the greatest Christmas movie, beautiful in every way.

It gives me tingles to watch George's face as he realises how much he's loved.

@user-mv1jt4qn2g

3 жыл бұрын

I don't think he realized how much he did for other people he just did it and or how much the cared about George Bailey..

Frank Capra drew some criticism even in his day for his overt sentimentality and what some people call naïveté, but I contend that’s a misunderstanding of his material. His films don’t deny that the world is a horrible, dark place. Mr. Smith Goes to Washington and this film both make that abundantly clear. Note that the banker who stole his money never gets his comeuppance! But even among that fog of cynicism, what makes his body of work endure is that glimmer of hope and faith in good old common decency, which is so perfectly embodied in Jimmy Stewart, who is the poster child for the American set of ideals if there ever was one. It’s not naïveté, it’s just a belief that these ideals actually mean something even when some people act like they don’t.

@windstorm1000

3 жыл бұрын

amen!

@rashotcake6945

3 жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t say their specifically American ideals, just generally good, universal ideals

@adamblessing8528

3 жыл бұрын

That was beautifully said!

@jimbobcain

3 жыл бұрын

Perfect!

@markgrove2030

3 жыл бұрын

Where to start with this? Surely in my top 5 movies of all time, Christmas or no. An EPIC story of an America sadly gone. Younger folks, minorities viewing it today might disagree with its backdrop, and with some reason I suppose. But still...a classic of the ages. America in an era that beat a Depression, won a true war of good vs evil, and a celebration of who we were across the globe. I imagine the Lord our God loved this film, possibly the pinnacle of a great American story.

I'm only 17 watching a movie that is almost 80 years old. This is the best movie ending in cinematic history. You know the end is powerful when it makes YOUR DAD CRY!

@manuelorozco7760

8 ай бұрын

I know how you feel discovering the movie in my late teens. I was just like that

The world would be a better place if everyone sat down and watched this movie

One of the most beautiful movies ever made! This scene is so touching and sweet, it never fails to choke me up.

@davidhutchinson5233

6 жыл бұрын

Chokes up a lot of grown men.

@benjamin8459

6 жыл бұрын

Make Christmas Great Again

@MJWRTRCT

6 жыл бұрын

John Franco every time.😪

@rhm5158

4 жыл бұрын

John Franco Amen!

@gerardromagnoli5663

4 жыл бұрын

Yes me to ,it gets me every single time.

Wonder what the world would be like if we all had hearts as big as Bedford Falls. The ending of this movie literally manifests everything humanity needs right now.

@seb1520

3 жыл бұрын

Especially right now

@meeper46

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed

@manuelorozco7760

Жыл бұрын

If only we can all live in a town where everyone is family

If you’re ever feeling lost in life, feeling like you have no purpose, this film is a good reminder of how we all have touched someone’s life in some way sometime.

I used to see promos about this movie on NBC in the 90s and rolled my eyes when one of NBC's stars said, "If you don't cry in the end, you didn't watch the whole movie". Saw it back then but didn't cry. Then got older, found this clip on this site and when his brother says the "richest man in town" line, I lose it. That NBC star was Robert Stack and he was right.

This is one of the best movies ever made in cinema history.. That goes for Christmas movies and movies in general. I am genuinely touched every time I watch it and I never fail to cry. I'm glad I knew you, George Bailey.

@AJ21969

5 жыл бұрын

Katy M I Second That Sister! I never fail to cry too

@MegaJustGeorge

4 жыл бұрын

I, too, am glad that we all knew George Bailey. Katy, we should all be glad to know George Bailey.

@johnstriker480

3 жыл бұрын

400th to LIKE your comment!

@eddypearson6131

3 жыл бұрын

I got Misty eyed to this movie

@wesleyclark8586

2 жыл бұрын

Headstrong the song they sang was 490 baptism

What makes this movie work so beautifully is because the character of George Bailey is imperfect. He is a flawed human being just like anyone of us. To me, that is the reason why the ending is magical. We can relate to him on so many levels.

@todd4317

Жыл бұрын

A very insightful comment. So true.

Literally the greatest happy ending in film history. Every time I watch it I just lose it at so many moments. This film is the definition of a timeless classic, and Jimmy Stewart's performance as George is the greatest lead acting performance in film history in my opinion.

As a kid I loved watching this movie with my parents and brother. It was tradition and I enjoyed it. As an adult, with a wife and two little girls, who took over the family business this movie hits really close to home. I struggle to keep from crying just watching it. I only hope I’ve helped and affected people as much as George Bailey does in the movie. It’s been an encouragement and a challenge to me over the years each time I watch this movie.

The greatest ending in movie history. It still gets me every time. And I've seen it a billion times.

@joewhitehead3

6 жыл бұрын

Paul L My dad I feel the same way about this ending!

@CJ87317

6 жыл бұрын

Yeah, when his brother says "To my big brother George, the richest man in town" I love it every single time.

@paulpresto8140

5 жыл бұрын

Ditto

@nmeyers92

4 жыл бұрын

I’m pretty sure the ending gets everyone... old or young, rich or poor, religious or not! It just makes people realize they’re not as insignificant as they believe many times and even the smallest of actions (good or bad) can have a HUGE rippling affect on tons of people and change their lives.

@noah.blackwood

3 жыл бұрын

Paul THE greatest

Sam Wainwright donated 375,000 in today's money when adjusted for inflation "No man is a failure who has friends"

@WinstonAug

4 жыл бұрын

"Hee Haw!!"

@MegaJustGeorge

4 жыл бұрын

@@WinstonAug You must be friends with Sam Wainwright!

@J_C_CH

3 жыл бұрын

His pal was in trouble and the Atlantic Ocean wasn't gonna stop him.

@cristumang3575

3 жыл бұрын

to top it all, George married the woman that Sam's drooling about

@foxboi327

3 жыл бұрын

Oh boy, I’m a failure then😁

Me and my wife Tomeka's favorite holiday movie. She passed away from breast cancer, 9/11/21. Like George, she touched many people. She really did have a wonderful life.

If you’re here because you love this movie, I love you and wish you a Merry Christmas. 🎄 ❤️👍

"Isn't it wonderful! I'm going to jail! Merry Christmas!!" One of my favorite lines!! Lol

Anyone watching now in 2020? The message of this film has never been more meaningful!

@lorrainechandler7864

3 жыл бұрын

Just finished watching on NBC.Beautiful film.💙💙

@mikeneufield2855

3 жыл бұрын

Just finished watching here in Canada. Gets me every time . I heard a quote, a guy , a tough man , saying recently to the effect there are times not to be ashamed of man tears .. watching this movie, the ending, this is one of those times ..

@FivePercentBulletproof

3 жыл бұрын

Gotta watch it every year. Not only is it my favorite Christmas movie, but it is one of my all-time favorite movies of any kind

@thatfilmgeekguy

3 жыл бұрын

@@FivePercentBulletproof Same.

@me-bx7gr

3 жыл бұрын

Yesss 😭😭😭

5:12" I've been saving this money for a divorce if I ever got a husband!" That line always cracked me up!

@hkk3656

6 ай бұрын

Thank you. I never could figure out what she was saying. 😂

@spkanava

6 күн бұрын

1946

I've watched it a hundred times, and I still get tears.

Surprised no one's quoted the best line in the whole movie.. "I wanna live again.." "I wanna live again..." "I wanna live again... please God, let me live again". 😩🙏 Chokes me up every time... I've never heard more emotion given in a movie like Jimmy Stewart saying that line..

@reving19

4 жыл бұрын

Uptown NYC And the wind starting to blow again was a great touch.

@maximilliangoffman3871

4 жыл бұрын

That’s my favorite line too! He was so honest with emotion and his eagerness to live you couldn’t help but really feel that moment. Wow. That holds on to you.

@lindsaydeclute714

3 жыл бұрын

Yea it’s a wrap after I hear that line lol... even thinking of it starts the flow of tears 😭

@benthiemann3068

3 жыл бұрын

oh believe me, thats one of my favorite quotes.

@johnbailey3328

2 жыл бұрын

Czuba

I'm 74 married to Mary and yes, I've had a wonderful life!

I'm 63 years old , I didn't understant this when I was young but I do now. Live your life as if it was your last day, love your friends and family, don't take anything for granted.

@michaelwray1034

2 жыл бұрын

Very very wise.. Happy Christmas.

What a lot of people don't know is that Jimmy was suffering from severe PTSD from his time in the military as a pilot flying bombing missions over Europe in WW2. His pain, the horror on his face, his desperation, it was all real.

Bedford Falls is what the world should be, sadly the world has become Pottersville.

@TheStealthX

8 жыл бұрын

+ElTuco84 Because we need more people like George Bailey

@rebeccajoyner3858

8 жыл бұрын

Amen!!!!

@Ponk-me8um

8 жыл бұрын

+ElTuco84 I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something, and because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do the something that I can do.

@ruadhrose

8 жыл бұрын

+ElTuco84 Good Lord that is so true. Amen!

@Antasma1

8 жыл бұрын

Well, Merry Christmas to you too.

"A toast to my big brother George, the richest man in town." The best line in the entire movie!

I’m so glad my Grandmother watched this with me growing up. The true spirit of Christmas No matter how many times I watch it I cry. I miss her more then words can describe.

@moralesharold87

2 жыл бұрын

It was My grandmothers favorite movie and I am glad I got to watch this with her before she passed. This movie will always bring back that memory for me.

@ambrosemclaren145

Жыл бұрын

What a blessing to have a grandmother like that. Still, she's only a prayer away. I pray you meet again on the heavenly shore.

@manuelorozco7760

Жыл бұрын

Sorry for your loss

The way he exclaims Harry's name when seeing him "Harry...Harry.." It gets me bursting into tears.

I was in a much worse way than george a few years back. With out getting to into it, Im a wounded veteran of the Marine Corps and i suffer with survivors remorse. i also am deep in debt and had loost my job. I had gotten to the point where I was planing on telling everyone that i got a job in another state and going deep in the woods to swallow a bullet. but my best friend called me before i could go through with my plan and asked me to go out with him and his wife and a few of my good friends. while at dinner he mentioned that if it wasnt for me he would have never met jessica and never had his kids, a few of my other friends chimed in and menchioned the ways in wich we all had tuched eachothers lifes for the better. than my best friend said you see george "my name isn't george" NO man is a failer who has friends. now you have no reason to believe me but every thing Ive told you is true. however its not the point. every one of us is a george baley in some small way, all we need is for our own personal clarance to remind us of it frome time to time

@angelicamoynihan4855

7 жыл бұрын

JackReace360 all i have to say is that your story touched me... and i also want to say is thank you for your service... and lastly i hope you have a happy merry Christmas

@trobe23z

7 жыл бұрын

Semper Fi brother, not that I am going through what you went through but I went through some issues after Afghanistan. What helped me was talking to people and being honest with my challenges, but what helped me even beyond that was getting a dog, a Golden Retriever you have no idea how much they can bring you back and help you find balance. Good luck.

@davedaddy101

7 жыл бұрын

JackReace360 thanks for sharing that. Nice story. I believe you.

@JMimsey

7 жыл бұрын

I know it's been months, but just know there are folks out here. Debt isn't forever, no problem is insurmountable, and you are not alone.

@armybeef68

7 жыл бұрын

Wow, was that even English?

23 years ago today, we said goodbye to Jimmy Stewart, who died at his home in L.A. at age 89. Without a doubt, this was one of his best movies of all time and one of, if not, THE best holiday movie of all time. This ending gives me chills. Thank you, James, for a truly remarkable career of entertaining not only audiences, but also our nation. You are missed. R.I.P.

@TexasMan77

2 жыл бұрын

This was Jimmy’s favorite role. Donna Reeds too.

@JakeMcClake2

Жыл бұрын

Jimmy Stewart was in some powerful movies. "It's A Wonderful Life" was his most powerful movie, but... He was also in Harvey, Mr Deeds Goes To Washington, The Flight of The Phoenix. Each of these movies teaches the viewer about the human spirit in some way.

“Strange, isn’t it? Each man’s life touches so many other lives”

I still watch this movie every Christmas Eve with my family. A wonderful tradition that I hope my kids will carry on long after I’m gone.

Sam Wainwright's telegram gets me everytime.

David Lynch's Masterclass brought me here. Forgot how moving this was. Brought me to tears.

@CDRW24

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, I really didn't expect you to be here!

@PackofRedTigers

3 жыл бұрын

Moves me to tears ever time, Brother

@Lunar_Pendragon

2 жыл бұрын

This warms my heart and brings me to tears to see Roger appreciating the same art I do. Me too my friend, this scene never fails to bring me to tears. It's so emotionally uplifting, I'm always more affected by it the more I age. Thank you my friend, thank you so very much. God bless you and all that you are.

@evancoffland19

2 жыл бұрын

Ah, RogersBase, I see you’re a man of culture as well.

The way Harry looks at George is some of the best acting ever. Perfectly finishes the movie. Its all he ever wanted.

I used to watch this movie every Christmas eve with my parents as a kid. I would wish I could have them here to watch it this Christmas eve. I miss you Mom and Dad.

@manuelorozco7760

Жыл бұрын

I’m sorry to hear that

We each touch each other’s lives so completely, that when one of us is gone, it leaves an awful hole.

@user-tq3rr8vy2w

3 жыл бұрын

Well said. And I hope people who are on the brink and or teetering on the end of hopelessness remembers that. Their lives matter. Every single life on this planet life matters.

Nothing is more precious than your life.

@windstorm1000

5 жыл бұрын

That's so true.

@jamessibson7453

5 жыл бұрын

It's too bad the woman you have as your face didn't share you view for she died tragically at 47!!!!

@dominickperez2952

5 жыл бұрын

@@jamessibson7453 Oooof

@jamessibson7453

5 жыл бұрын

It's so ironic that you choose her for your photo to make that comment !!! A woman that destroyed herself with her drug addiction in 1969 at age 47!

@jeffbogue5022

3 жыл бұрын

Your imortal soul is

genuine, unfiltered, unadulterated joy. he knew he was going to jail, he didn't care, he was happy to live in a world where he mattered.

@joewhitehead3

Жыл бұрын

& after what he had just seen, jail didn’t seem all bad

7:05 This line, accompanied with George's reaction, is always the line that starts the tears streaming down my face.

The ending of this PRESTIGIOUS movie always warms my heart and I always shed a tear of the kindness in this movie THAT REALLY DOES HAPPEN IN REAL LIFE. I am an atheist BUT WE CAN ALL LEARN FROM THIS MOVIE.

@krazyhatter6479

8 жыл бұрын

Always Remember The Golden Rule Of Life Treat Others The Way You Want To Be Treated

@floridaman2000

8 жыл бұрын

i agree

@Ken-sc3gx

8 жыл бұрын

+Michael Hutchinson Great movie with a great message. Believer or not, no one is excluded. Paraphrasing Jesus, when I was naked you clothed me; ;hungry, you gave me food; sick, you comforted me; in prison, you visited me. When the response was that His followers did not see him imprisoned or naked or sick or hungry, He responded that when one does for the least of His brothers and sisters, so is it done for Him. It IS the "Golden Rule". It IS how we are called, as human beings, as children of the Creator, to relate to our fellow human beings.

@troyandrew7443

8 жыл бұрын

+Anonymous Truth Seeker another lesson learned from this movie is 2 b happy with what god has given u.

@Rayhuntter

7 жыл бұрын

Michael Hutchinson for me, atheism and religious zeal are the two sides of the same coin. I prefer being neutral, or as it's commonly said - agnostic, when there is an evident lack of evidence on both propositions.