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. Never-before-seen footage and audio tapes from Capra's life offer a portrait of a complicated man.