
Alternative title: A Christmas Wish
Black & White version:
Director: Irving Pichel
Writers: László Vadnay, James O'Hanlon
Stars: Jimmy Durante, Terry Moore, Tom Drake
Genres: Colorized classics, Christmas, Comedy, Family
00:00 Full movie (with subtitles)
05:22 Joe Mahoney struggles to convince a talent agent that Rupert, his performing squirrel, is a star.
12:11 The Amendola family moves into a rundown apartment, hoping for a fresh start despite financial struggles.
26:08 A miraculous $1,500 falls through the ceiling, changing the Amendola family's fortunes overnight.
54:10 Rumors spread about the Amendolas' mysterious wealth, drawing suspicion from neighbors and authorities.
1:12:00 The authorities confront Mr. Amendola, demanding answers about the source of his sudden riches.
1:20:00 Rupert, the squirrel, is revealed as the source of the money, having hidden it in the Amendolas' home.
1:24:00 The film concludes with the Amendolas and their neighbors finding happiness and celebrating together.
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