It’s a Wonderful Life was nominated for five Oscars without winning any, although
the film has since been recognized by the American Film Institute as one of the 100
best American films ever made, and was placed at the top of their list of the most inspirational American films of all time.

 

How the Grinch Stole Christmas! is a 26-minute animated short based on the  
children’s book by Dr. Seuss. It was originally aired on CBS television on Sunday, December 18, 1966 and was aired annually during the Christmas season until 1987 when it was acquired by TBS. It is one of a few Christmas specials from the 1960s
that is still being shown regularly on TV. Boris Karloff, in one of his final roles,
narrates the film and also provides the speaking voice of The Grinch.

Boris Karloff