The Home Alone film series is a go-to holiday watch, loved by the audience over the years for its holiday spirit and nostalgic charm. Since the release of the first Home Alone film in 1990, it has become one of the most popular Christmas films. There are a total of 6 films in the Home Alone series. The latest addition to the Home Alone film series is Home Sweet Home Alone, released in 2021.
In all these films, the cast plays an important role in the success of the film. Macaulay Culkin's portrayal of Kevin McCallister, a mischievous kid, has made the character a household name over the years. Let’s take a look at the actors who have been part of the Home Alone film series.
Home Alone (1990)
Home Alone is an American comedy film directed by Chris Columbus and released in 1990. The film is about an 8-year-old boy, Kevin McCallister, who is accidentally left behind by his family when they leave for Paris to celebrate Christmas. The story revolves around the events that take place when Kevin is home alone.
The cast of Home Alone includes Macaulay Culkin, who played the role of Kevin McCallister. Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern play the roles of thieves Harry and Marv, respectively. They play the antagonists in the film who break into the McCallisters' house to commit robbery. John Heard and Catherine O’Hara play the roles of Kevin’s parents, Peter and Kate McCallister, respectively. Devin Ratray plays the role of his older brother, Buzz, who is portrayed as a mean big brother who gets him in trouble all the time. Roberts Blossom plays the role of Marley who is Kevin’s elderly mysterious and eccentric neighbor.
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992)
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York is an American comedy film directed by Chris Columbus, released in 1992. The film is about Kevin, who gets separated from his parents again when he accidentally boards a flight to New York while his family is on a flight to Miami. Things get chaotic when Kevin has an encounter with his old enemies.
The cast of Home Alone 2: Lost in New York includes Macaulay Culkin, who reprises his role as Kevin. Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern returned to play the roles of thieves Harry and Marv. Catherine O’Hara, John Heard, and Devin Ratray also reprise their roles in this film as Kevin’s parents and brother. Tim Curry is the new addition to the cast, he plays the role of Mr. Hector who is a hotel concierge at the Plaza Hotel. Brenda Fricker is also a new addition to the cast. She plays the role of the pigeon lady who became friends with Kevin when he got lost in New York.
Home Alone 3 (1997)
Home Alone 3 is an American comedy film directed by Raja Gosnell, released in 1997. This film introduces a new main character, eight-year-old Alex Pruitt, who fights against a terrorist group that wants to get a top-secret computer chip that is hidden in his toy car.
The cast of Home Alone 3 includes Alex D. Linz, who plays the role of Alex Pruitt, a boy who saves his house and fights against a group of terrorists—Peter Beaupre, Earl Unger, Burton Jernigan, and Alice Ribbons—played by Olek Krupa, David Thornton, Lenny Von Dohlen, and Rya Kihlstedt, respectively. Haviland Morris plays the role of Alex’s mother, Karen Pruitt, and Scarlett Johansson plays the role of his sister, Molly Pruitt.
Home Alone 4 (2002)
Home Alone 4 is an American comedy TV film directed by Rod Daniel, released in 2002. In this film, Kevin McCallister makes a return. The film follows Kevin's adventures as he gets together with his family when his father invites his children to spend Christmas with him and his girlfriend, who has invited a royal family to her mansion. This time Kevin sets out to save the royal heir from 3 kidnappers and he knows one of them.
The cast of Home Alone 4 includes Mike Weinberg who plays the role of 9-year-old Kevin McCallister, which was previously played by Macaulay Culkin. Jason Beghe and Clare Carey play the role of his parents, Peter and Kate McCallister, which was previously played by John Heard and Catherine O'Hara. French Stewart stepped in as Marv Murchins, this time he had a new partner Vera Murchins played by Missi Pyle.
Home Alone: The Holiday Heist (2012)
Home Alone: The Holiday Heist is an American comedy TV film directed by Peter Hewitt, and released in 2012. This film is centered on the Baxter family. They move into a new house during the Christmas season. 10-year-old Finn and his sister, Alexis, felt scared when their friend informed them that their house was haunted. Things turn chaotic when a group of thieves breaks into their house.
The cast of Home Alone: The Holiday Heist includes Christian Martyn, who plays the role of Finn Baxter, the main character of the film. Jodelle Ferland plays the role of Finn’s sister, Alexis Baxter. The group of thieves who break into Finn’s house consists of Sinclair, Jessica, and Hughes, portrayed by Malcolm McDowell, Debi Mazar, and Eddie Steeples, respectively. Doug Murray and Ellie Harvie play the role of Finn’s parents, Curtis and Catherine Baxter.
Home Sweet Home Alone (2021)
Home Sweet Home Alone is an American comedy film directed by Dan Mazer, and released in 2021. This film is the latest addition to the Home Alone film franchise. The film revolves around Max Mercer, who is accidentally left behind by his family when they leave for Japan to celebrate Christmas. At first, he enjoys being alone at home but soon gets bored. Things turn chaotic when a couple breaks into Mercer’s house to steal a valuable heirloom, unaware that Max is in the house.
The cast of Home Sweet Home Alone includes Archie Yates, who plays the role of Max Mercer, the main character of the film who protects his house from a robbery. Rob Delaney and Ellie Kemper play the role of Jeff McKenzie and Pam McKenzie who break into Mercer's family house. Aisling Bea and Andy Daly play the role of Max’s parents, Carol and Mike Mercer, respectively. The film also includes the cameo of Devin Ratray, reprising his role as Buzz McCallister who is now a police officer.
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FAQs about Home Alone
A. Chris Columbus directed Home Alone.
A. Macaulay Culkin appears in 2 Home Alone films.
A. Yes, Catherine O’ Hara was a part of the Home Alone film.
