The Story⚡
An eight-year-old boy wakes up to an empty house on Christmas Eve, and soon faces two determined burglars.
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Home Alone remains a reliable choice for December viewing because it combines family chaos, inventive comedy, and a touch of holiday warmth without overwhelming sentiment. Released in 1990, it follows Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin), an eight-year-old accidentally left behind when his large family rushes to catch a flight to Paris for Christmas. Initially enjoying his independence – eating junk food and watching forbidden films – Kevin soon discovers his home is targeted by burglars Harry and Marv (Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern), known as the “Wet Bandits.”
Directed by Chris Columbus and written/produced by John Hughes, the film features a strong ensemble: Catherine O’Hara as Kevin’s worried mother, Kate, John Heard as his father Peter, and supporting roles filled by relatives, including Devin Ratray as older brother Buzz and Kieran Culkin as cousin Fuller. John Candy makes a brief appearance as a helpful polka band leader. John Williams composed the memorable score, incorporating traditional carols.
Filmed primarily in Illinois, including a real suburban Chicago home in Winnetka, the movie was released on November 16, 1990, holding records as a top live-action comedy for years. Though now 35 years old in 2025, the film continues to draw viewers each holiday season, with its physical comedy and resourceful child protagonist offering straightforward entertainment that families return to annually.
It streams on Disney+, Hulu, and FuboTV, with rental or purchase options on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home.
The Home Alone Series
Home Alone (1990): Kevin McCallister is left behind at Christmas.
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992): Kevin gets lost in NYC and runs into the Wet Bandits again.
Home Alone 3 (1997): A new kid, Alex Pruitt, defends his home from burglars after a microchip is mixed up in his toy car.
Home Alone 4: Taking Back the House (2002): A TV movie where Kevin’s nemesis, Marv, returns.
Home Alone: The Holiday Heist (2012): A TV movie featuring new characters.
Home Sweet Home Alone (2021): A Disney+ reboot with a new family and a mischievous kid
In Summary
Stream Home Alone this December, and enjoy Kevin’s resourceful defense of his house.
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