Frank Capra

Frank Capra

Frank Russell Capra (born Francesco Rosario Capra; May 18, 1897 – September 3, 1991) was a Sicilian-born American film director and a creative force behind a number of films of the 1930s and 1940s, including It Happened One Night (1934), Mr. Deeds Goes to Town (1936), You Can’t Take It With You (1938), Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939), Meet John Doe (1941), Arsenic and Old Lace (1944) and It’s a Wonderful Life (1946). His films often deal with rags-to-riches stories wich has led film historians such as Ian Freer to consider him the “American Dream personified”.

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Frank Capra Movies

Discover the best movies directed by Frank Capra. Explore the complete filmography, including critically acclaimed masterpieces, box office hits, and top-rated Frank Capra films ranked by score.

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It’s a Wonderful Life

It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)

Drama Family Fantasy
George Bailey has spent decades quietly holding Bedford Falls together, running a modest savings and loan that keeps the town from falling into the grip of the ruthless Mr. Potter....
Score 8.3
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Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939)

Comedy Drama
Jefferson Smith arrives in the Senate with a Boy Rangers handbook and genuine belief that democracy works the way the textbooks say it does. What greets him instead is a...
Score 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the highest-rated movies directed by Frank Capra? +
According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles directed by Frank Capra are It’s a Wonderful Life and Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.
How many movies and TV shows has Frank Capra directed? +
Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 2 titles directed by Frank Capra, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
Are the movies directed by Frank Capra worth watching? +
Yes! The overall filmography directed by Frank Capra maintains a strong average user rating of 8.1 out of 10 across all tracked titles.