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Features: DVD, Pan and Scan (TV Format), Black & White, Theatrical Version, Spanish
A Christmas fantasy about a debonair angel who comes to Earth to help an Episcopalian bishop and his wife in their quest to raise money for the new church. Based on a novel by Robert Nathan.System Requirements:Starring: Cary Grant, Loretta Young, David Niven, Monty Woolley, James Gleason, Gladys Cooper, Elsa Lanchester, Sara Haden, and Karolyn Grimes. Directed By: Henry Koster. Running Time: 109 Min., B&W. This film is presented in "Standard" format. Copyright 2000 MGM Studios.Format: DVD MOVIE
"Engaging! Imaginative! It has warmth and charm!" Variety
"...projects faith, hope and charity in capsules of entertainment that will be relished!" The Hollywood Reporter
Editor's Note
A harassed bishop's prayers are answered when an angel (played by Cary Grant) is sent from heaven to help him raise money for a new church. The heavenly agent performs a number of miracles on his behalf, restoring hope to all. A delightful comedy which was remade in 1996 by Penny Marshall as "The Preacher's Wife." Academy Award Nominations: 5, including Best Picture and Best Director. Academy Awards: Best Sound Recording.
| Features | Interactive Menus | | Scene Access | | Spanish Mono | | French Subtitles | | Spanish Subtitles | | Theatrical Trailer | | English Dolby Digital Stereo & Mono | | French Mono |
| Technical Info
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Release Information
| | Studio: MGM |
| Release Date: 8/6/2009 |
| Running Time: 109 minutes |
| Original Release Date: 1947 | | Catalog ID: 1001581 | | UPC: 00027616858917 | | Number of Discs: 1 |
Audio & Video
| | Original Language: English | | Available Audio Tracks: English [CC], English, French Dubbed, Spanish Dubbed | | Available Subtitles: French, Spanish | | Video: B&W |
Aspect Ratio | | 4:3 |
| Cast & Crew
| Awards |
Oscar (1948) | | | Henry Koster, Nominee, Best Director | | | Samuel Goldwyn, Nominee, Best Picture |
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