The Retractable Gym Floor Over a Pool in ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ is Real

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The 'Swim Gym' court retracting underneath the arena's bleachers. (Courtesy Pacific Floor)
The 'Swim Gym' court retracting underneath the arena's bleachers. (Courtesy Pacific Floor)

Do you remember in "It's a Wonderful Life" when Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed fell into a pool hidden underneath a retractable gym floor? Here's the scene to refresh your memory.

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