She was 6 and had already done four movies by the summer of 1946 when filming began on "It’s a Wonderful Life." "It's a Wonderful Life," which marks its 75th anniversary this year, is now a beloved holiday tradition across the globe. KATE MIDDLETON, PRINCE WILLIAM REVEAL 2021 CHRISTMAS CARD WITH KIDS"It’s a Wonderful Life" was released in late 1946, produced and directed by Frank Capra and starring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed. Hawkins recalls Capra with a strong vision for the film — faith, hope and life renewed. But RKO's scheduled Christmas movie in 1946 — "Sinbad the Sailor" — wasn't ready so the studio asked Capra to rush production of "It’s a Wonderful Life."

Source: Fox News December 11, 2021 01:44 UTC