Synopsis:

‍It Happened on Fifth Avenue (1947) is a heartwarming holiday comedy directed by Roy Del Ruth. The film centers around Aloysius T. McKeever, a good-natured homeless man, who takes up residence in a millionaire's Fifth Avenue mansion during the winter months while the owner is away. Along the way, McKeever invites a group of fellow squatters to join him, including a recently evicted war veteran, Jim Bullock, and a young woman, Trudy, who happens to be the daughter of the mansion’s owner but hides her identity. As the group grows closer, they share their struggles and form unexpected friendships, leading to a delightful and festive conclusion. The movie touches on themes of kindness, generosity, and the true meaning of home and family.