James Stewart gives one of his finest performances in this lighthearted film, based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning play. Stewart stars as the good-natured Elwood P. Dowd, whose constant companion is Harvey, a six-foot tall rabbit that only he can see. To his sister, Veta Louise, Elwoods obsession with harvey has been a thorn in the side of her plans to marry off her daughter. But when Veta Louise decides to put Elwood in a mental hospital, a hilarious mix-up occurs & she finds herself committed instead. Its up to Elwood to straighten out the mess with his kindly philosophy, & his "imaginary" friend, in this popular classic that features a Best Supporting Actress Academy Award winning performance by Joesphine Hull.