Macaulay Culkin is reportedly pitching a grown-up "Home Alone" sequel or reboot to Disney Studios, according to several entertainment reports.
The potential return of the iconic character Kevin McCallister would represent a major franchise revival for Disney, offering the studio a new holiday-season blockbuster.
Journalist Matthew Belloni and other outlets said Culkin is proposing a story that would see Kevin McCallister return as a father. These reports suggest that Disney is considering the project and is eager to reopen the McCallister house for a new production.
Interest in the project has appeared in waves over the last few years. An early report of a "Home Alone" project surfaced on March 1, 2022 [2]. Later, rumors of Culkin's return gained traction in late 2023 [3]. More recent reports of reboot discussions were dated July 28, 2024 [1].
However, the validity of these claims remains a point of contention among media outlets. While some sources say Culkin is spearheading a new movie in the early stages at Disney, others disagree. A fact-check report from Yahoo Sports said there is no evidence that Culkin is returning for a new film, and described the rumor of a Disney-backed sequel as unsubstantiated.
Despite the contradictions, the reports highlight a recurring industry interest in revisiting the 1990 classic. The proposed narrative shift—moving from a child's perspective to that of a parent—would mark a significant departure from the original films' formula. Disney has not officially confirmed the development of the script or any production timeline.
“Culkin is reportedly pitching a grown-up “Home Alone” sequel/reboot”
The conflicting reports illustrate the volatility of entertainment industry rumors, where high-profile pitches often leak before they are greenlit or officially denied. If a reboot proceeds, Disney would be leveraging nostalgia by returning to the original lead actor, a strategy common in modern franchise management to ensure built-in audience engagement.
