Paramount Pictures announced a limited-edition box set marking the 80th anniversary of Frank Capra’s ‘It’s a Wonderful Life,’ the holiday classic that premiered in December 1946. The commemorative release arrives as the film continues to be widely regarded among cinema’s most acclaimed works.
The 80th Anniversary Deluxe Gift Set includes the film on Blu-ray and DVD in both digitally restored black and white and colorized versions. The physical media comprises three discs with supplemental materials such as a behind-the-scenes featurette, footage from the original cast wrap party, and the film’s theatrical trailer. Purchasers also receive a digital download code enabling online streaming access to the title.
The set distinguishes itself through included collectible items designed to appeal to dedicated fans and collectors. These additions feature a commemorative stocking holder, archival photographs from the original production, and a 200-page keepsake book authored by Jimmy Hawkins, who appeared in the 1946 film as George Bailey’s son Tommy. The entire collection is packaged in a custom gift box displaying the famous scene of character Mary being lifted by George, with an interior inscription featuring one of the film’s memorable lines.
The deluxe edition retails for $114.99, while a three-disc version without the supplemental items is priced at $84.99. The box set is available exclusively through Amazon. The original film remains accessible independently on Blu-ray and through Prime Video streaming service.
The 1946 film, centered on protagonist George Bailey’s journey through an alternate life shown by his guardian angel on Christmas Eve, earned five Academy Award nominations including Best Picture recognition. The title has been preserved in the National Film Registry for its cultural, historical, and aesthetic significance.
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