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Home Alone 2: Lost in New York 1992

“He's up past his bedtime in the city that never sleeps.”

★ 6.8/10 · 10,713 votes PG ComedyFamilyAdventure Released
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What is Home Alone 2: Lost in New York?

Home Alone 2: Lost in New York is a Christmas comedy film directed by Chris Columbus and produced by John Hughes. The film is a sequel to the 1990 film Home Alone and is the second installment in the Home Alone series.

Type
Film
Year
1992
Status
Released
Runtime
120 minutes
Release date
Nov 15, 1992
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
20th Century Fox, Hughes Entertainment
Budget
$18,000,000
Revenue
$358,994,850
Genres
Comedy, Family, Adventure
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Overview

Home Alone 2: Lost in New York is a Christmas comedy film directed by Chris Columbus and produced by John Hughes. The film is a sequel to the 1990 film Home Alone and is the second installment in the Home Alone series. It stars Macaulay Culkin as the main character, who finds himself alone in New York City after accidentally boarding a flight to the city. The film features Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, and Catherine O'Hara in key roles. The story revolves around the main character's attempts to foil the plans of the Wet Bandits, who are determined to rob a toy store on Christmas Eve. The film was released in the United States by 20th Century Fox and received mixed reviews from critics.

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Should you watch it?

“A boy accidentally left behind in New York City must outsmart returning criminals.”

Reasons to watch
  • creative slapstick comedy
  • iconic villain confrontations
  • funny misunderstandings with adults
Keep in mind
  • predictable plot
  • some repetitive gags

you enjoyed the first film's blend of kid-friendly chaos and holiday spirit.

Suitable for families; contains mild peril and comedic violence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this a direct sequel to the first Home Alone?

Yes, it continues Kevin's story with the same Wet Bandits returning.

Does Kevin end up in the same hotel as the first movie?

No, he stays at a different luxurious hotel in New York City.

Are there new traps or just repeats from the first film?

Kevin creates new booby traps specifically for the toy store setting.

Is the movie set during Christmas?

Yes, the story takes place on Christmas Eve in New York.

Do the same actors play the Wet Bandits?

Yes, the Wet Bandits return with their distinctive appearance and bumbling style.