‘Frank Capra: Mr America’ Arrives on Digital June 11

Frank Capra: Mr America tells the story of Frank Capra, a young immigrant who rose through the ranks of early Hollywood to become one of the Great American storytellers and one of the most successful and influential film directors of his generation. His iconic films, including It Happened One Night, Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, and It’s a Wonderful Life, offered an inspiring vision of America where ideals win out, integrity triumphs, and ordinary people have their day. The documentary uses never-before-seen footage and audio tapes from Capra’s life to examine his career and relationship with America, offering a portrait of a complicated man whose tales of hope in difficult times still speak to audiences today.

Directed By: Matthew Wells
Produced By: Nick Varley
Executive Producers: Jonathan Woolf
Cast: Frank Capra, Tom Rothman

SPECS
Run Time: Approx. 92 minutes
Rating: Rated PG-13 for brief strong language, smoking and thematic elements.