First Time Watching - It's a Wonderful Life (1946)

[@MichaelW969]

I'm 60 years old, I have watched this movie every Christmas season of my entire adult life, and it still makes me weep every year. Merry Christmas everyone!

[@orangeandblackattack]

57 and same thing

[@RobertMichaelStewart]

I'll be 63 four days after Christmas.... My favorite movie of all time perhaps.... I cry like a baby every time.... Prayers up ❤️🙏

[@brutbrutus2669]

56. Same. Cry like a baby.

[@alanpeterson4939]

69. Same.

[@maureenseel118]

Merry Christmas/Yule and a happy new year. This is in my top 5 favorite movies of all time and I also watch every year.

[@davidward9737]

Verdy, your choice of editing, being in black and white like the movie was genius!! The hero throughout the movie is George, for sacrificing his hopes and dreams for others. The unsung hero throughout the movie is Mary, rounding the town together because she knew her husband was in trouble and loved him so deeply to reach out to everyone. Pure Gold 🪙 of a reaction. I have seen many reactions to this movie, you were brilliant. Merry Christmas to you and your family and nothing but love. David (Virginia) USA

[@libertyresearch-iu4fy]

FUN FACT: When drunk Uncle Billy walks off screen, the crash was NOT planned. A member of the stage crew dropped a tray of props, and the actor went with it. The movie was nominated for an Oscar for sound, and the guy on the crew was given a $10 bonus for "enhancing the sound".

[@johntash5895]

Thank you for making the video in black and white, too. Its wonderful.

[@mikealvarez2322]

I've got the 60 year old guy beat. I'm 78 and still enjoy watching this movie year after year. BTW, the kid without the key that opens the gym floor at the dance played the Little Rascal Alfalfa.

[@RedVynil]

The guy whose tree George crashed into was Sourpuss from, "Meet John Doe". The judge at the dance contest was the mayor in, "Meet John Doe" and, Annie, the maid, was the voice of Mammy Twostockings in the Tom & Jerry cartoons.

[@fanny5105]

im 90 & enjoy the richest meanest man played by Lionel Barrymore, a brilliant performance

[@RedVynil]

@@fanny5105 I wonder how Drew would play it?

[@StevesFunhouse]

@@RedVynil I LOVED her in T&J !!! One of my favorite characters in the series.

[@RedVynil]

@@StevesFunhouse Too bad they won't show them anymore. When I was a kid, we saw them all the time on t.v. and NOBODY gave a shit any racial shit.

[@marvinbrown7869]

A very honest reaction to an all-time great movie. You're definitely not human if this one doesn't jerk a tear or 2.😢😢...

[@raifordhodges8457]

Absolutely wonderful awesome reaction - Thank you for all you do - Have a wonderful awesome Holiday season and a very Happy New Year - Appreciate all your do with your reactions

[@michaelgray5100]

I have watched this movie about every year around Christmas time which is when it mostly comes out. One of the best movies I've ever seen. Just a very moving emotional movie. A true classic.

[@magicbrownie1357]

A nice touch putting our intrepid reactor in black and white as well. Well done. It really adds to the atmosphere. It feels right.

[@JohnTressell]

Thank you, Miss Verdy. I'm an old timer and watching you watch this, brought me back to when I was a kid and first saw this. Merry Christmas!

[@bradley1964]

One of the best movies! Number 11, on AFI'S top 100 movies ever made!! Thank you Verdy, for the wonderful reaction. 🌲😊

[@mjwaldrep]

Great choice! A classic! I’m glad you made it all black and white. Very cool!

[@TD-mg6cd]

The "Crash" was in October, 1929. This bank "run" is a little later, in the 1930s. There were a few back then. It is in 1934-35 that Potter offers a position to George. If 1934, the $20,000/yr that he offers is like $470,000 today. If 1935, $400,000 today. The $8,000 that Uncle Billy lost in 1945, and for which George is facing prison, is like $140,000 today.

[@custardflan]

Glad to see you reacting to this. Enjoy.

[@thestevelarsenexperience]

Beautiful and touching reaction to of one of the greatest and most meaningful films of all time!

[@qguru5533]

Dear Verdy, I really enjoyed watching this movie with you. It is indeed, a wonderful life.

[@Adrastos2834]

While I love your reactions. You should really make multiple channels. I have listened to multiple music reactions. But didn't know you made movie reactions. My KZbin only showed your music. The couple I have now watched. I love your movie reactions even more. You are so authentic. Your smile with and without braces is amazing. It brings a smile to me and I imagine thousands of other people. Great job! Good luck in your future endeavors.

[@DarraghC]

A lovely reaction, ty for sharing ❤ Hope you have the happiest Christmas Verdy⛄☃💜

[@robrobertson4619]

I’m in my 60’s, been watching this movie every Christmas season since I can remember. It always leaves a lump in my throat at the end. But watching your sweet face and reaction got me this time! Thanks for this reaction! Happy New Year! 😁

[@perrylitchfield669]

What a soft and tender reaction. I have been watching this movie and "A Charlie Brown Christmas" every year since 1965. I still make sure I have a full box of facial tissues ready. Never lose touch with your moral compass and your heart. I'm a little late to wish you a Merry Christmas, so how about in advance for next year? Happy New Year!!

[@michaelrussillo3578]

Thank you Verdy, my faith in humanity falters but whenever I watch this movie-and now your reaction- I regain some hope 😊

[@johndavis7094]

No words are adequate, no explanation needed. Probably the greatest inspirational movie ever made

[@luvlgs1]

So our rock n roll girl is branching out into movies? Excellent! It was great sharing such a special movie with you. Keep on rockin

[@tehawfulestface1337]

Beautifully done, Verdy. I grew up watching James Stewart and black and white films. I cried the first time I saw this over 50 years ago. I still cry when I watch this during the Holidays. I’ve had some dark moments in my life where I wished I could go back to correct my past mistakes. But now I know if I did, I would only make new mistakes. When I see my little boy’s eyes I stop regretting. I am exactly where I am supposed to be. Merry Christmas, Verdy.

[@stevenwright6573]

This movie came out about a year after World War 2 ended. An event that took the lives of over 100 million worldwide. The World was hurting. It needed a reminder about love. About humanity. About kindness to one another. This movie hit that target quite nicely. Merry Christmas!

[@fabiencoze9829]

George had BOTH a wonderful Life and a wonderful Wife ... Mary was truly his " chance of a lifetime " !

[@thewolfofwallstreet627]

I remember watching this on TV when I was a kid, and I remembered loving it the moment I saw it. Ironically enough, I rarely ever cry during movies, but this one has made me cry a few times recently. When I was younger, I didn't even cry once during this film. I just shrugged after seeing it the first time, and I admitted it was a touching movie with a great story to myself. But as I get older and understand life a bit more, I feel more emotional about it to the point that when I saw it again recently, I cried. It's one of those rare movies that gets better with age, and I just find it baffling how this film never got to me emotionally when I was younger. But as I get older, it hits me harder in the feels every time. Probably because I know what it's like to put one's own dreams aside to help others that are close to you, so I can definitely relate to George Bailey.

[@stephendeluca4479]

One of the most important factors in how well the movie "sells" the concept is how much George HATES how much he is always giving- even though nobody is forcing him to do it. It's his own character-- that part he got from his father-- that compels him to be that way and he fights it all the way. I think most people resent when we have to do something we know is the right thing to do, but didn't want to do it. That's why we can relate to George Bailey.

[@emotionalideas]

See the thing is...obviously, like everyone else, you'll rewatch this over and over every holiday season, and...when folks ask what you're favorite holiday movie is you're always thinking "You mean besides It's a Wonderful Life?" lol glad you enjoyed it. And BTW...the gym with the pool underneath?...that's the famous Swim Gym at Beverly Hills High School. It opened the year they made the movie and I used it every week when I attended BHHS in the 80's. It's still there and still in use. Happy Holidays!

[@Bluewave147]

Yeah,.. a great reaction from you. Just a great story about life! ❤

[@funnymanricktwo]

Thanks for sharing your reaction to this wonderful movie with us, Verdy. Great reactions as always. I also tear up every time I watch it. Nice touch you being in black and white along with the movie. Merry Christmas, Verdy and everyone.

[@quicktastic]

Wonderful reaction. Such a timeless and powerful message with this movie. My favorite scene in this movie is the phone scene. George tried to hide his feelings for Mary, but once he got that close, he was done for.. in the best way possible. Mary was the true hero IMO.

[@raymondwilson293]

I like that your image is in black and white like the movie. Your eyes are very expressive. This was a nice reaction to one of my favorite (probably my favorite) holiday movies. Thank you for sharing.

[@LeadPhalanx-zv6wx]

Great movie it actually seems better every time you see it everyone in the movie was excellent

[@KalElvis]

No shame in crying while watching this Masterpiece. If a person doesn't cry watching this, they have no soul.

[@charlieyellowstone8248]

AMEN

[@custardflan]

This movie tells you the power of community and service.

[@chipurBillWhite]

I’m 70 years old and I cry every time. Sweet reaction - thank you…

[@Angel-Six]

Best Christmas movie ever! Thanks! My wife and I watch this movie every Christmas Eve to remember what is important. Your family and loved ones are always the most important thing. I love your perspective on this. Merry Christmas!

[@Jrbrass]

Loved your reaction, so much I subscribed. You're so smart and observant. I loved how you were figuring things out before and as it was happening. Can't wait for your next reaction. Thank you, enjoyed watching.

[@ericgaudet5488]

VERDY you when this movie first came out it Bombed in the Box office. Now it's a Holiday Classic. Great job with your edition making your reaction in Black & White just like It's A Wonderful Life.

[@johnnehrich9601]

Yes, and so they were not paying attention when they needed to file the paperwork to extend the copyright. So local tv stations were able to show this again and again without having to pay for it and so as more and more people watched it, it gained the reputation it has now. (I understand that they have since copyrighted the music, which in effect copyrights the movie again.)

[@libertyresearch-iu4fy]

@@johnnehrich9601 I just found out the other day that the copyright renewal would have cost $4!

[@sjd5750]

A little trivia: The evil Mr. Potter was played by Lionel Barrymore. Great Uncle to actress Drew Barrymore, and from the famed acting Barrymore's from way back when..His brother was John (an even bigger name then) , and sister Ethel..Drew played the little girl in ET, and "Firestarter", and went on to star, and direct, in many movies since.

[@happymethehappyone8300]

Another absolute MUST SEE Classic Movie by the same director (Frank Capra) Is "Pocketful Of Miracles" (1961) A Truly Iconic Uplifting Feel Good Classic..TRUST ME. ❤

[@randybass8842]

Another of Capra's movies is "You can't Take it With You," also with Lionel Barrymore and James Stewart.

[@bostonvair]

62 year old guy here. I must have seen this at least a hundred times and I still get tears in my eyes at the end.

[@Flastew]

This is one of those must watch movies every Christmas. It's a wonderful story with a good message. Great reaction Lady V, it was very cool how you recorded it in black and white during the movie. I love your reaction your expressions and comments are so honest. A wonderful reaction by a wonderful and beautiful young lady.

[@larrycork49]

Merry Christmas, Verdy! Nice reaction to a true classic. ❤❤

[@randybass8842]

Thank you. Such a good, emotion-filled movie. It brings everyone to tears -- well maybe not the Mr. Potter types.

[@Grizzlox]

This movie teaches that you can't let people like that rule your life

[@robertandrews2019]

Your reaction to this amazing movie...is priceless. It's a special film.

[@NormCummings-h7b]

You're very unlikely to see this comment now, but I need to share my feeling that you rose to the occasion with a sensitive, heartfelt reaction, just by being yourself. I hope you have lots of people as caring as George Bailey in your life, Verdy... you deserve it. I wish you well with your channel but, more importantly, I hope the New Year brings you happiness, love and good health.

[@Reconcile-h4g]

I love your reaction you were quite and just talking it all in. Most people talk too much. You didn't miss a thing. Thanks it was like we watched it together.

[@jimsteffel]

Wonderful reaction, my favorite of yours.

[@markjz2011]

Thank you Verdy. You have a "Wonderful Channel" 😊👍🏼👍🏼✌🏼

[@chickmcgee1000]

Such a beautiful thing to watch you as your emotions began to build at the end of this timeless classic.

[@EShelby2127]

Another aspect of this movie is how it affected those who were not on the front lines in WW II, but support soldiers (who were actually the majority of those who served... maintaining the supply lines, shipping etc), and those who did not serve (like George), but kept life going from 1941-1945 in America. Many of these "non-heroes" suffered from a belief that they had missed out on being a hero, seeing the World away from their homes, in what was the biggest event of their lifetimes and felt worthless and depressed because of it. George's plight showed people the value of just being a decent person who did what they could for their communities and families, showing how important one life could be to all those around him. It gave hope that they could too have "A Wonderful Life"... A great film that shows the frustrations of soldiers who were not in the "Action" of the war is "Mister Roberts" 1955 (Color) - Starring Henry Fonda, Jack Lemmon and Jimmy Cagney, based on a stage play. Thanks for a great reaction!

[@MLawrence2008]

Great reaction Vardy

[@tomyoung9049]

So sweet seeing you experience the emotions of this incredible classic

[@Fairways-and-greens]

The scene where Marry loses her robe isn’t a generational thing. George is good and is being playful knowing all along that he was going to give the robe back. It’s called flirting and having a hood sense of humor. Today’s generation have been brainwashed to be scared of everything and be offended by everything . To me it’s a playful scene and it never even occurred to me he had any intention of not giving her the robe or trying to see her naked. I watch this movie every year. Makes my heart soft after a hard year and gives me hope there’s still goodness out in the world

[@fritzy123]

Very well put! I was thinking the exact same thing!!! He was just flirting with no bad intentions at all, it's a shame that this generation can't see that?

[@squidkid2]

I loved this reaction and the way you filmed yourself in B&W. This a masterpiece of a movie from the American film icon Frank Capra. I am 71 and a film fanatic but I had never seen this movie until a few years ago and now I watch it every Christmas. It makes you realize what's really important in life. I don't think I've ever seen anyone who didn't cry the first time they saw this film!

[@iznot2]

Very nice reaction Verdy. A great movie it always hits the right spot. A perfect movie for anytime of the year.

[@howardosden3112]

This movie makes me bawl every year. It got so I stopped watching it on account of it. (I have it on DVD). You're made of stronger stuff! Frank Capra was a great movie maker. You should watch some of his other pictures. The storylines usually follow the same idea of the hero having problems but eventually overcoming them. He also did a lot of spots for support of the troops during WW2.❤

[@bigtex741]

I have watched a lot of reactions to this movie and yours is the best. It was real and seeing how the message of this movie affected you warmed my heard. We need more people like you in this world. Thank you.

[@mwflanagan1]

‘George Bailey, I’ll love you ‘til the day I die’. Gets me every time.

[@reemsash698]

GREAT REACTION! You're Wonderful!

[@mikealvarez2322]

The bank runs caused many banks to close thus destroying the savings of millions of people. That's what led to the Great Depression. The Bailey Savings and Loan survived with $2 because they were still technically liquid at the end of the day when the "Bank Holiday" began, closing banks by order of the President until the Federal Reserve could flood the banks with cash.

[@JC-rb3hj]

I really enjoyed watching your reaction to this wonderful film. Merry Christmas to you!

[@JohnCiaschini]

Lionel Barrymore who played Old man Potter is the great uncle to actress Drew Barrymore. He is her Great Grandfather's brother. The man who played Nick the Bartender is Sheldon Leonard who later went on to produce the Di 7:28 ck Van Dyke Show in the 1960's. Merry Christmas to you and your family!

[@WaterFaucet24]

Bert the cop and Ernie the cab driver would be used to inspire the names a couple of Sesame Street puppets. Also the actor who played Bert the cop (Ward Bond)was a friend to John Wayne and would go on to play in many of his movies. Ward is a distant relative of mine.

[@JohnCiaschini]

@WaterFaucet24 I did not know that. Thank you for pointing that out. Merry Christmas to you and your family!

[@jessicarechani875]

That’s so cool!

[@jesusfernandezgarcia9449]

I liked this reaction, I thought this girl was a bit harsh at first... but she got emotional, not when everyone was giving money, but when George was reunited with his children and Mary reached the top of the stairs. You don't see that often. That's my girl. Merry Christmas guys and to everyone who comes here.

[@richardjacobs7632]

I’ve seen this movie many times in my 72years, it still make me cry! Stewart was so great in this piece! “Phenomena” was also a feel good movie, it has love and good friends, good movie making!

[@richardseebacher6629]

I’m also 60 and it was my mom’s favorite movie. Sitting here in tears. Well done reaction.

[@davidwilkins5932]

This is my first reaction of yours, and it’s a great one. Thanks for not cutting it too short, the way most others do. I look forward to watching more of your work.

[@cliffordwaterton3543]

That's what this movie does - every time! Welcome to the club - Merry Christmas!

[@tonysmith5504]

Remember George Bailey is a fictional character… I wonder how many people you have touched and brightened their day with your reactions to beautiful movies like this one 🙏❤️🙏 warmed my heart… merry Christmas

[@seanmcmurphy4744]

23:05 The reason George is rejecting Mary is not to play "hard to get", but because getting married means giving up his dream of travel. In those days there was no reliable birth control, no child care, and women didn't work. If George gets married children will come soon, and he will have to have a steady job for the next 20 years to support them. He will be stuck in Bedford Falls for life. 25:33 George's outburst is him giving up his last hope of achieving his lifelong goal, surrendering to his love for Mary.

[@victorjohnson7512]

This was Jimmy Stewart's first film after WW2. He was a B-24 bomber commander and flew many missions over Europe. He was even in the first allied bomber raid over Berlin. He was the Squadron wing commander and saw thousands of his own men get shot down and killed. The heavy emotional scenes in this film were partially from him letting go of the stress and anger built up inside, (PTSD).

[@itsjuliescottyay]

And his good friend who talked him into doing the movie because he thought it would help him was the actor who played Mr. Potter, Lionel Barrymore.

[@styles8007]

Classic Christmas movie, very humbling. Thank you for sharing this treasured movie. 👍

[@ransc56]

Loved your reaction to this classic 🙂

[@MartinAllende07]

Es un clásico.una película que conmueve.con muchas enseñanzas.saludos Verdy.y que lágrimas las tuyas yo igual llore pero poquito

[@ButternutGOLD]

I could see it in your face the joy this movie brought you

[@TimRobinson-hc7mt]

I love seeing the people react to the end of this classic and see how George finds his life is not so bad and what an impact you made on so many people I myself am beginning to understand this in my own life so I can relate to this movie better now

[@dedcowbowee]

"It's A Wonderful Reaction"! Great Nice video Verdy👍😋

[@fionnmaccumhaill3257]

George loved and wanted Mary, but his first dream was to go on grand adventures and the accomplish building great things. Embracing Mary meant giving up and letting go of all those other ambitions. That's why he was conflicted.

[@JimWiese-mm5tw]

Also nice to see Your Power and Kindness expressed through tears you are not afraid to share. Blessings + + +

[@paulieluppino1856]

11:32 ... I once went to a party when something like this happened. People started to jump into a pool in the courtyard until only I remain on the dry side. People were asking, challenging me even to jump into. I raised my voice and yelled "YOUR CELLPHONES, GENIUSES"... Everybody jumped into water with their cell phones in their pockets and I was the only one that noticed. Can't say in youtube the amount of swearing and cursing I heard, but believe, it was hilarious 🤣🤣

[@RussellFarina-c7r]

Wonderful reaction. My favorite movie of all time. Thanks 😊❤

[@brrryan2908]

Happy holidays and have a great new year!

[@MarionJInce]

The Sesame Street muppets Bert and Ernie were named after the police officer Burt and the Taxi driver Ernie.

[@Bluewave147]

Thanks!

[@ThistleAndSea]

Good one, Verdy! It's a keeper, isn't it? Thanks for sharing it with us, and Merry Christmas to you! 🌲 🎁 🎀 ⛄ 😊

[@oneisnone7350]

Great reaction. This movie is one of a kind. There have been attempts to remake it, and none come close.

[@clarkness77]

Definitely one of my top 10 movies all time 😊

[@ismaelpalomino4685]

Unforgetable movie 🌲. Feliz navidad, muchacha!

[@jimholt1888]

Watch this every year on Christmas eve and sob every time. Best movie ever made.

[@ChoppersModelworks]

It's really amazing to think jimmy Steward was struggling with PTSD while filming this after flying during WW2 and then just a few years later in 1950 he did his personal favorite film "Harvey". Watching the movie "Harvey" and his so gentle performance will make a real fan of anyone that watches him in it.

[@johndrews206]

48:04 in the back singing with black hair is Adriana Caselotti. She is the voice of snow white 1937

[@markeast9221]

Do you have any idea how many of us are Crying along with you ?

[@lauriesuter8810]

All of us!!!!

[@ianhampton1208]

Absolutely

[@JaguarDave54]

I always enjoy watching people’s first reaction to this movie.

[@edsmith3461-z7m]

The Great Depression started in 1929 with the stock market crash, the bank run scene happens in 1932. Many banks failed because they ran out of funds, a run on the bank is when people literally run to get what money out they can. The bank in turn calls in all it's loans, and one was to the Bailey Building and Loan.

[@Macdelaven]

It's a wonderful reaction. Be prepared for tears every time you watch this movie.

[@nmt2k2]

Mr Potter is played by Lionel Barrymore, who is the grandfather of Drew Barrymore. Another wonderful movie that he was in, and this time he was not the villain, is a movie called Captains Courageous. I don't know if it would be a very good reaction, because at this point, only people who love movies have seen it. But it is a wonderful movie and it would be an hour and a half that you would treasure.

[@45communicator]

Not bad for an old black and white film, huh? Your reaction was perfect, because you kept the interruptions to a minimum and didn't try to upstage the movie. Great job.

[@PikeBishop1]

One of the very few actually wholesome, pure movies from Hollywood that aren't loaded with subversive elements and conditioning.