Macaulay Culkin Proposes ‘Home Alone’ Sequel Featuring Kevin McCallister’s Son

Macaulay Culkin, famous for his role in the “Home Alone” series, recently shared thoughts on a potential sequel featuring his iconic character, Kevin McCallister. During his tour, “A Nostalgic Night with Macaulay Culkin,” he expressed an openness to returning to the beloved role, provided the concept aligns perfectly with his vision.

Culkin’s Innovative Sequel Concept

Culkin presented an intriguing premise for the sequel. In his pitch, he imagines Kevin as a widower or divorcee raising a child. He explained that in this story, he becomes preoccupied with work, leading to neglect in his relationship with his son. The twist comes when he gets locked out of their home, and his son, taking inspiration from his father, sets traps to keep him out.

A Unique Take on Parent-Child Relationships

• Culkin’s character faces a metaphorical battle to re-enter his son’s heart, akin to battling physical intruders in the previous films.
• This dynamic offers a fresh perspective on familial relationships during the holiday season.

This idea plays on the nostalgia of the original films while introducing contemporary themes that resonate with modern audiences.

The Legacy of “Home Alone”

The original “Home Alone” film, released in 1990, was a financial triumph, grossing $476 million globally. This made it the second-highest-grossing film of that year. Culkin reprised his role in the 1992 sequel, “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.”

Critics of Reviving the Franchise

While Culkin remains open to returning, his original director, Chris Columbus, voiced a strong dissent regarding the making of a new “Home Alone” movie. Columbus argues that the film captured a unique moment in time that cannot be replicated. He believes it would be a mistake to attempt to revive the franchise more than 30 years later.

• Culkin and Columbus did not participate in the 1997 installment, “Home Alone 3,” which has largely faded from memory.
• A television movie, “Home Alone 4,” aired in 2002, followed by a 2021 Disney+ reboot, “Home Sweet Home Alone.” This latest remake received poor reviews, supporting Columbus’ viewpoint that the charm of the original series is irreplaceable.

As discussions continue around a potential sequel, fans are eager to see how Culkin’s unique vision for Kevin McCallister’s next chapter unfolds, should it come to fruition.