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7.7
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hjaltemyrhoj
Hjaltemyrhoj
rated 9

A wonderful christmas family movie.

1 year ago
fragglerockout
fragglerockout
rated 10

Will just never stop loving this film and Macaulay's amazing performance ❤️

1 year ago
ian91
Critic Ian Nathan
rated 6

Its oh-so simple set-up (...) hits a gold seam of childhood fantasy, the wonderful collection of what-ifs of a world stripped of parental monitoring.

Read full review at Empire
peter1024
leopeocookingtatanka
Leopeocooking Tatanka
rated 7

No other explanation needed apart from “classic” and “Christmas”

3 years ago
jackson

Cast & Crew

Chris Columbus
Director
John Heard
As Peter
Lionel Barrymore
As Henry F. Potter (archive footage, uncredited)
Percy Helton
As Drunken Santa Claus (archive footage, uncredited)
John Candy
As Gus Polinski
Daniel Stern
As Marv
Larry Hankin
As Officer Balzak

Frequently asked questions

What is Home Alone about? Toggle content

In this heartwarming and hilarious Christmas classic, eight-year-old Kevin McCallister finds himself unexpectedly left home alone when his family departs for a holiday trip to Paris. At first relishing in the freedom, Kevin soon discovers that two bumbling burglars have targeted his home. Determined to defend his territory, he crafts a series of ingenious traps that lead to comedic chaos for the hapless intruders. As he navigates the challenges of being on his own, Kevin also learns valuable lessons about family and love. This festive adventure is filled with laughter, clever antics, and ultimately a touching reminder of what truly matters during the holiday season.

Where can I stream Home Alone? Toggle content

You can stream Home Alone on: Disney+ Apple TV Store Amazon Store Rakuten TV Sky Store

What movies are similar to Home Alone? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Home Alone include Porco Rosso, The Princess Bride, Major Payne, Toy Story, Pee-wee's Big Adventure, The NeverEnding Story III.

When was Home Alone released in theaters? Toggle content

Home Alone was released in theaters on December 7, 1990.