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Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992) — Review, Streaming & Trivia

Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992) takes the beloved holiday formula to the streets of Manhattan in this crowd-pleasing sequel. When Kevin McCallister accidentally boards a plane to New York City instead of Florida, he embarks on a grand adventure through the Big Apple, checking into the Plaza Hotel, visiting the World Trade Center, and exploring Central Park and Times Square during the most magical time of year. When he discovers that the Wet Bandits have escaped prison, Kevin once again rigs an elaborate series of booby traps to foil their plan to rob a toy store. Bigger, bolder, and packed with even more outrageous stunts, Home Alone 2 is a holiday sequel that delivers festive fun for the whole family.

Last updated: February 2026

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Home Alone 2: Lost in New York

1992 Dir. Chris Columbus ★ 6.8/10 IMDb
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Kevin McCallister accidentally boards the wrong flight and ends up alone in New York City, where he must once again fend off the Wet Bandits.

About Home Alone 2: Lost in New York

Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992) takes the beloved holiday formula to the streets of Manhattan in this crowd-pleasing sequel. When Kevin McCallister accidentally boards a plane to New York City instead of Florida, he embarks on a grand adventure through the Big Apple, checking into the Plaza Hotel, visiting the World Trade Center, and exploring Central Park and Times Square during the most magical time of year. When he discovers that the Wet Bandits have escaped prison, Kevin once again rigs an elaborate series of booby traps to foil their plan to rob a toy store. Bigger, bolder, and packed with even more outrageous stunts, Home Alone 2 is a holiday sequel that delivers festive fun for the whole family.

Cast

  • Macaulay Culkin
  • Joe Pesci
  • Daniel Stern
  • Tim Curry

Where to Watch

Home Alone 2: Lost in New York is currently available on the following platforms:

Disney+
Amazon Prime

Trivia & Fun Facts

  • Donald Trump made a cameo appearance as himself in the Plaza Hotel lobby scene.
  • The production reportedly paid the Plaza Hotel $100,000 per day for filming.
  • The movie was shot partly on location in New York City, with the Duncan's Toy Chest exteriors filmed at the real FAO Schwarz.
  • Macaulay Culkin was paid $4.5 million for the sequel, a massive increase from his original $100,000 salary.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Home Alone 2: Lost in New York?
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York is currently available to stream on Disney+, Amazon Prime. Availability may change by season and region, so check your preferred streaming service for the latest information.
Who directed Home Alone 2: Lost in New York?
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York was directed by Chris Columbus and released in 1992. The film stars Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern.
Is Home Alone 2: Lost in New York a good family Christmas movie?
Yes, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York is widely regarded as a great family Christmas movie and is suitable for viewers of most ages. It has become a holiday tradition in many households.

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