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Jimmy Stewart was my grandfathers flight commander in WWII.

Jimmy Stewart claims God heard his prayer during that scene and apparently he had a powerful spiritual experience during that scene and according to Mr Stewart those were real tears.

This was his first film he made after getting out of the service. He wasn't sure if he was ready for this movie, but I'm so glad he decided to do it. No one else could have played the role better ❤

"and God used it in the most beautiful way" made me tear up

Jimmy Stewart flew those missions by choi e. He could have had a deferment or ended up doing a USO tour but he chose to risk his life. He was a good man.

I always felt the most powerful scene in that movie, was when George realized he wants to go back to his life, with Mary and the kids even though his life is in financial ruin and he may go to prison - and he’s on the bridge, with the police looking for him and he begins to pray. First he keeps saying “Help Me Clarance,” but he’s still stuck in the world where he was never born… the. Finally at the depths of his despair, he calls out softly “Help Me GOD”, and suddenly the snow begins to fall just as it was before he got his glimpse. Powerful, because until he submitted to God, and called out to him, he was not returned to where he was loved.

My older brother…this was his favorite movie. He took himself from this world 22 years ago. Every time I see a glimpse of that movie I die a little bit inside. It hurts to think that movie was like a pep talk, telling him he had a purpose. Still breaks my heart but I want the message to resonate to those who need it. I hurt every day for him. It will never fully heal the hole he left in my life. If I could go back in time I would tell him one last time how much he mattered to his little sister. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Please. 🙏

Jim Caviezels turn as Private Witt in The Thin Red Line was such an underrated performance

A Wonderful Life was an awesome redemption movie.

I met him and his dog of course, in DC at a book signing in the 80's and he was absolutely one of the most wonderful human beings I ever met but he's right because there was a sadness in his eyes that was easy to see. His dog I think, helped him in more ways than people knew.

Greatest Christmas movie of all time. Never gets old...

The first time I saw "It's a Wonderful Life" it was the middle of summer on a 13" black and white tv, playing on PBS. I was about 8 years old and home alone feeling like I didn't belong anywhere. This movie changed my life.

One of the reasons I love and respect "It's a Wonderful Life" so much is that it wasn't sugar-coated, the darkness George went through. The close-up of his face at the cemetery during his Dark Night of the Soul was profoundly unsettling. Very effective. Not a completely light film. Thank God for co-creating it with the wonderful talent that contributed to this beautiful work of art.

Everytime I hear Jim Caviezel speak, I want to be a better person. I truly think God is speaking through him to me.

“I’ll love you til the day I die, George Bailey.”

I watch this every year, and I weep every year.

he talks with such intensity, very captivating

The actor in "It's a wonderful life" who plays George Bailey, was a veteran, he had just got back from war and in the scene where he cries because of everyone's kindness, he was just overwhelmed by it all, and they kept it in the movie. I wrote that before I watched it. I paused the moment I hear "it's a wonderful life". God bless yall

i cry uncontrollably, unconsolably when i watch this movie. cannot help it.

And I got done with my tour in the Navy I wrote Jimmy Stewart a letter in 1992 and he wrote me back. One of my favorite possessions. It meant so much to me and I was only 22 years old. But I grew up watching all of his movies. It's a family tradition that we watch it's a wonderful life every Christmas for the last 20 years with my kids growing up watching it

One of my favorite Christmas movies of all time. My dad introduced me to that movie when I was a kid in the mid 70s.

My all time favorite movie...with even more reason to love it. My father was a vietnam war vet and watched friends die. I cant imagine jimmy stewarts scars from war. Thank you for sharing.

One of the movies that kept you moving forward regardless of the hopelessness surrounding you.

I could listen to Jim all day. His words have meaning

My late father trained in B-24s with Stewart stateside and spoke with him daily before they were assigned to their respective combat unit and went overseas. Stewart served in England with the 8th Air Force while my dad served in Italy with the 15th Air Force. His group flew a total of 210 missions and suffered high casualties. My dad's group received 2 Presidential Unit Citatioms and he himself received 2 Purple Hearts and an Air Medal. He was a real WW2 hero. His group was escorted regularly by the Tuskegee Airmen. Like Stewart, my dad suffered from PTSD for the rest of his life. During a conversation with my mother after my dad passed, she told me my father was never the same after he returned home. "The Greatest Generation" indeed. Needless to say I am very proud of my dad's heroic and selfless contribution and sacrifice winning the war. I miss and love you very much Dad.

Zuzu Bailey was acted by a 6 year old Karolyn Grimes and we knew her when she was an adult. She lived in a suburb of Kansas City, she was married and the had several children. My daughter played flute at Church accompanying the choir. It was a lovely Catholic Church and Karolyn sang in the choir. My daughter also played at her youngest son’s funeral at Church because he committed suicide. That was hard because my daughter was a high school student and to attend a funeral for a high schoolboy was very hard. My family always watched this every Christmas and we loved Jimmy Stewart and we never missed a movie that he was in.

Amazing short. Amazing info. Jimmy Stewart was amazing. So underrated and underappreciated.

He is a bright energy, and his calming voice radiates his confidence and spirit

A good man talking about a good man. That scene makes me tear up every Christmas when we watch it. The intensity and helplessness are wrenching.

Caviezel is such a gem

Major respect for Stewart !

That's our families favorite movie! Thank you for the insight! ✨️

That scene towards the end on the bridge “Please God I want to live” so powerful and real

Beautiful commentary. I now have a new respect for that movie

I just watched it today and it’s now one of my favorite 💖 makes you appreciate your life and the people around you.

An actor who truly deserves respect and admiration 🙏

It’s a wonderful life is mandatory viewing in my house every Christmas. It’s not just the best Christmas movie ever made, it’s one of the best movies ever made.

I watch that movie every year and cry my heart out every year. It's perfect.

What a wonderful life is undoubtedly one of my favorite movies, Jimmy Stewart was a great actor. Donna Reed and all the other great names in this movie made a true classic. I watch this every year and I may not cry most definitely get a tear. I’m 68 and have had the opportunity of watching a lot of his movies

“It’s a Wonderful Life” was my father’s favorite movie. From the time I was a little boy, my father would get the whole family together at Christmas time, and we would all watch the movie, every year. I didn’t appreciate it then, but I would give anything to be able to watch it with him, just one more time. RIP Pops!!

He gets me everytime... Holy Spirit filled

Jim has a beautiful soul. You can easily see it radiating out through his eyes.

I’m 32 and I’m proud to know the name of one of America’s Greatest Heroes. My parents made sure to get me to watch a lot of classic movies and tell me the stories of each actor and actress. We need more people like Jimmy Stewart. 🇺🇸

A wonderful life is truly one of the most profound movies ever in my opinion.

Just recently sent the clip of George being saved by Clarence to my friend who’s struggling with mental health. No man is alone in this world. We might not see our angels but they’re always there ❤

It's a Wonderful Life is still a profound movie. I watch it at least once every year because that message needs to be heard over and over.

My friend took her life almost a year ago. I was just thinking about her before I saw this and I think she just didn’t know her worth. Never take someone’s worth away like someone took hers. Miss her so much. I’m older and it’s hard to lose friends at this age because your circle gets smaller and smaller & your fear of being along gets bigger. She was my best friend so she was worth so much to me. I miss her with every fiber of my being.

That is my parents favorite movie and they watch it every Christmas, and i started to join every xmas eve to watch with them, my father could play word for word that whole movie 😅 .. Sadly my father passed last year 💔 before xmas .. this year im going to make it a new tradition to watch with my mother every year because i know she misses watching with my father. ❤

Those eyes can pierce a soul. He has the most sincere looking eyes. He must have a tender, love filled heart. This man walks with our Lord Everyday. On movie set , Or off the set. This man is a true Christian. That kind voice. Soothing.

It takes a beautiful human being to see the beauty in another’s human experience

His portrayal of Jesus in The Passion, kind of helped change my life. I'm still a sinner. I believed in God for most of my life, but when I saw what Jesus did for ME, played out in a realistic way, it still brings me to tears when I see it. Thinking about the fact that he could've said "forget this, let these humans burn in Hell" and came down off the cross and ruled the world forever with an iron fist. He had the ability to do it. However, he allowed himself to know what it was to be human and understood that it would take his own blood to wash away the sins of all mankind. So he endured more than anyone could think of. I've heard some atheists say "that's not what he would've actually went through". No, he did. They caned him, flogged him, whipped him, put a crown of thorns on him then make him carry the cross he would be nailed to when he got there. There aren't many ways of dying that would be worse. And he did it all for every individual person that existed or will ever exist again. Even if you didn't believe in him a Christ (though you should), you have to at least admit that no one else would go through that for humanity. They might get through part of it. Not all of it. If he wasn't Jesus, he would've died before being crucified. The fact that he was God in the flesh is the only reason he survived as long as he did.

That movie always seemed to be on when I went to my grandmothers house as a child, so I never watched it until about the last 10 years ago . I am a Christian and didn’t realize how spiritual and wholesome that movie was. It’s starts out with prayers going up! I never miss it now and I turned my daughter and grandson on to it. We love it!❤

Jim Caviezel is tearing up telling this story. We need men of live hearts like that in these days.

That’s what makes that movie and story so beautiful. As a kid I watched it with a kid’s understanding, but when I became a man and father with a family my eyes were opened completely. I can’t watch it now without crying.

Thank you, mr. Ryan - sharing this very mindful message from an ALL TIME impactful film - portrayed by an ALL AMERICAN HERO & NATIONAL TREASURE, that historically experienced what most folks may never know of; but it was captured frame by frame in this film. The profound heartfelt sentiments that to this day eminate with such an impact - the inspiration to aspire for better - WOW!! As children, we were proud to sit in our uncle's living room & watch this with family. Our uncle was also a decorated WWII veteran - we are grateful - God bless you all. everyone

This is one of THE BEST clips I have EVER seen . Thank you for posting . May God bless you all.

Such a fabulous film & casting was spot on 💜💜

Agreed. When I hear a bell ring to this day, I believe an angel gets his wings. "It's a Wonderful Life" took my breath away as a child. It is one of my all time favorites.

I have been living with CPTSD since I survived human trafficking as a kid. I am so grateful this movie was made.

I cry every time i watch. It's when everyone comes in to the Bailey house to help with whatever money they have, We must find our community once again. ❤

A timeless classic, I watch that movie every christmas time.

Outstanding commentary...Bless Jimmy Stewart, from my home state of PENNSYLVANIA 💜💜💜📽🎞💫💫💫

They just don't make em like Jimmy Stewart anymore. It's obvious to the people that lived through his acting career that he was a great actor, but most have no idea the accomplishments that man achieved. I often reference him because of the things he seen in his life and still kept it together, he didn't ever show the pain that he lived with. Flying bombing missions over Europe during World War 2 was about as dangerous as it got, and those brave men should always be remembered for their contributions. Jimmy Stewart would go on to the Air Force after it became an independent branch after the war. He would also become the highest ranking actor to ever serve in the military, retiring after 27 years of service as a Brigadier General. Jimmy Stewart was a genuinely great man, a great soldier and one of the finest actors that ever lived. The world misses you Jimmy

Love that movie, that scene is fire. Absolutely fabulous acting. I cried the first time I watched it. I cry every time I watch it.

Jimmy will always be my favorite actor. He was a good man and a fellow presbyterian

The first time I saw it's a wonderful life (2022) it moved me and captivated me and it opened up my eyes to the reality around me....I may just watch it again.

In 2019 I survived a serious suicide attempt, I cried asking for help by myself but couldn't ask anyone to their face. I had failed myself, my marriage and my family. I woke up from my attempt in intensive care after a double blood transfusion and my angel was sat beside me holding my hand. Therapy and most importantly forgieness mean I am still here today. I struggle everyday to forgive myself still fory mistake and for almost leaving but I also combat that by endeavouring to spend the rest of my life ensuring I make my angel and our two daughters happy and that this time I'll be who I should of been before I was giving this chance.

Real talk. God Bless

Great movie!!! It's a Wonderful Life! Also, in the 3rd Narnia movie, Aslan says to Lucy, "Don't run away from yourself, they wouldn't know Narnia without you!".

I have PTSD from a very violent childhood and adolescence....I have seen beatings, suicides, and many times I have stood at the end of the barrel of a gun. This is very hard for me sometimes even at 51. I cannot imagine what it's like for Mr. Stewart and the rest of you Brothers. May GOD BLESS YALL EACH AND EVERY DAY !!🙏😎

My mom went to high school with Jim. All the grandparents at church talk about how proud they are of him like he's their family.

When I am down and life is heavy I think about how the ppl that matter to me and how I have impacted them

I always say you never know how one person touches another person life!

Amen. Jimmy was the best.Hats off to all the vets of that war. My Pop also was combat , army , Malmady massacre , battle of bulge , the Arden. Always drank heavy when not working. He was a brilliant, kind man , who went through a hell we can't imagine. Thank you to all of our veterans . Thank you.

I watch” it’s a wonderful life “ every Christmas it’s a tradition for me one of the most profound movies I’ve ever watched and always touches me, and now to find out that Jimmy Stewart was a war hero as well. What can I say but congratulations to the man and thank you for a beautiful piece of cinema

We watch it every year at Christmas. It always reminds me of how precious every single day is, even the horrible days.

A masterpiece A great actor Thank you to nail it dear Jim

My favorite movie of all time, in fact my dad introduced this movie to me. It was one of the things that brought us closer. I share this movie with everyone I meet the message is so powerful and the simplest things in life we learn to appreciate.

And that’s the thing. Our lives are all made to fit together. We are in each others lives for a reason, and everybody really depends on everyone else. When somebody checks out of life, whether it’s through Substance abuse or taking his/her own life, s/he refuses to hold up her end. It leaves absolutely everybody around that person in a terrible, terrible bind. even with the grief aside. And that’s profound. I think that the new, cultural norm, where kid gets to be a kid with no responsibilities, and Lil real life learning, but sits in front of the game console all day long, is the underminer of that. for those whose parents are present in their lives, who do things with their kids, teach them skills, and expect them to do a few chores, those good parents teach their children that there is something that they can do to make a difference in the life of the entire family unit, and everyone in it. The kid who helps chop and stack firewood, is willing to help provide for the warmth of the family, and shows empathy for the person who would usually do that, which is usually the father. He builds solid relationships that way. The kid who knows enough to show up and pitch in to help make a meal, tries to shoulder a little bit of the burden, and reduce the time required for the whole family to eat well. That kid learns to look after himself later, but also shows empathy for the person who does the cooking, who is usually the mother. It’s about caring enough to give the people who do The vast majority of the work, the opportunity to have a little more leisure time which could be spent with the kids or taking a mental health break. properly done, children who are well raised, see how each person is important to the function of the family unit and makes a contribution. There’s a big movement to undermine the integrity of the family these days. Part of that involves lying in the guise of compassion about who people are, and what’s the focus on getting as much attention as possible for one person, however, dishonestly. It lies to people about how important each person is. it lies to children about whether or not they are in the bodies that are fashionable. It lies about the importance of life beyond our own. It lies about the importance of life in the embryonic stages. Lies about the existence of a heavenly father, and a plan of salvation, with love that is unselfish and forward-thinking, that builds, and acquires and applies knowledge, and looks after the neighbor. Thank you for taking the time to put this forward. It’s important that we all think about it.

My favorite movie, and that scene makes me cry every time.

Jim Caviezel has such a beautiful soul.

Amen. James Stewart was hurting badly with PTSD when he made this movie. He poured a lot of grief out in the scene being referenced. I wouldn't say it cured him but I would say he started living again. Something that isn't commonly known during the war James Stewart was grounded for being flak happy. That was another way of saying combat fatigue. Translated today it's post traumatic stress disorder.

Jimmy Stewart is a hero. He never bragged about his time in the service. He never used it to be popular. He just did his job and was grateful to have survived the war and loved America. Just like my parents did & my relatives some came home without limbs And they saw a lot of sad nasty things and they never spoke about it, but they raised good honest, wonderful children and were great husbands. I thank god for that. As he helped them lay all their sadness at his feet

Caviezel is so connected. Love hearing him comment on anything.

I live in a tiny town in the mountains of VA and one of our closest family friends, Jaimie and Sandy Hart were related to Stuart. He was Sandys uncle and there are amazing old pictures in their home of him. The coolest part though is that in the old days he would visit Strasburg and walk around without his hat on at the time he was balding and no one would recognize him except once when he went into the news stand and the little old lady feinted when he paid for something. Still a local legend around here.

Jimmy Stewart being an American actor just like all the other soldiers before him and after him. It's men like this with their body of work that are the very fabric of this nation. My heart and soul always will have a place for Jimmy Stewart and all of our soldiers who didn't get a chance to come back because we don't understand the measure of trauma that they went through for us today. Honor them always and forever❤❤❤

I am absolutely loving these clips of this Jim Caviezel interview. So powerful and inspirational!

My MOST FAVORITE OF ALL TIME! Each Life Touches Another, You Never Know How it Touches A Soul!😊💖🙏

Caviezel says it was influential in its time but in fact it was released in the summer of 1947 and was a box office bomb. It didn’t even become popular until 1974 when it’s copyright expired and it was put in the public domain. My favorite movie too.

Watched it every year with my mom and dad. Now I own it. All time favorite movie❤

My favorite Christmas movie.

Im 61 , so every Christmas I watch this , this scene I never understood why it brought tears to my eyes

I'll be praying for Jim and his loved ones until my last breath.

That part in the movie is really heartwrenching and relatable... it makes me cry every time.

Amazing movie... My son played the lead in the play for it... I didnt think it was going to be as amazing as it was... And i want to thank that man for his service, one veteran to another...

I have that movie and watch it many times a year during Christmas...my daughter is 9 now and gets to watch it with me to start to get her to understand how great this movie is and that every life touches alot of other lifes... good or bad

Phenomenal movie. Watch it every December.

dude jim caviezel is a treasure. great actor and amazing person!

Jim Caviezel could make a ton of money being an E-book speaker. With that clear calm and soothing voice.