Episode 2: The Making of “It’s A Wonderful Life”

12/20/20 • 50 min

Did you know that “It’s A Wonderful Life” was considered a box office flop when it was first released? Or that it almost starred Cary Grant? Find out more about the history of this beloved Christmas classic in Episode 2 of The Pictures Got Small!

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