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Home Alone is a 1990 comedy film directed by Chris Columbus and written by John Hughes. The first movie in the Home Alone series, it stars Macaulay Culkin as Kevin McCallister, an 8-year-old boy who must defend his Chicago home from burglars after his family accidentally leaves him behind during their Christmas vacation to Paris.
The film also stars Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, John Heard, and Catherine O'Hara.
With a global box office total of $476.7 million, Home Alone was the second highest-grossing movie of 1990 and the highest-grossing live-action comedy for 20 years. A sequel, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, was released in 1992.
If viewers enjoy Home Alone's joyful mayhem, humor, and family shenanigans, this list of family-friendly comedies will make one laugh aloud, regardless of your inclinations toward Christmas cheer, oddball characters, or unforeseen circumstances.
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Matilda, Problem Child, and 5 other family-friendly comedies to watch if you like Home Alone
1) Matilda
Based on Roald Dahl's 1988 novel, Matilda is a fantasy comedy film from 1996 that was directed by Danny DeVito. The film stars Mara Wilson as Matilda, with DeVito (who also narrates), Rhea Perlman, Embeth Davidtz, and Pam Ferris in supporting roles.
The narrative centers on Matilda, a young child with amazing ability who rebels against her cruel school administrator and her uncaring family. On August 2, 1996, Sony Pictures released Matilda.
Like Home Alone, Matilda features a young protagonist who uses their wits to overcome adversity. Matilda, much like Kevin, stands up to bullying and defends herself against those who underestimate her, all while delivering plenty of humor and heartwarming moments.
Where to watch: Netflix, Apple TV+, Amazon Prime
2) Elf
If you enjoyed Kevin's chaotic adventures in Home Alone, do not miss Elf, where Buddy the Elf explores the hustle and bustle of New York City with a mix of innocence and mischief.
Both movies showcase an out-of-place character causing an uproar while learning the importance of family and belonging. Buddy’s childlike wonder mirrors Kevin's fearless spirit, making this a perfect follow-up to Home Alone.
Elf is a 2003 American Christmas comedy film directed by Jon Favreau and written by David Berenbaum. Will Ferrell plays Buddy, a human raised by Santa's elves. On learning his true origins, Buddy visits NYC to meet his biological father.
The film also features James Caan, Zooey Deschanel, Mary Steenburgen, Ed Asner, and Bob Newhart in supporting roles.
On November 7, 2003, New Line Cinema released Elf. On a $33 million budget, it made $220 million worldwide and became a huge critical and financial success.
Where to watch: Prime Video, Apple TV+
3) Problem Child
If viewers love the unpredictable antics of Kevin in Home Alone, the wild chaos caused by Junior in Problem Child will be well-liked too. Both films center around mischievous kids who wreak havoc in their homes and the lives of adults.
The over-the-top humor and heartwarming moments of redemption make this a great match for Home Alone fans.
Problem Child is a 1990 comedy directed by Dennis Dugan in his feature movie debut, produced by Robert Simonds. The film stars John Ritter, Michael Oliver, Jack Warden, Gilbert Gottfried, Amy Yasbeck, and Michael Richards.
In an attempt to have a son, Ben Healy adopts Junior, a mischievous 7-year-old. Junior terrorizes everybody around him and causes destruction, which leads to chaos.
Despite receiving unfavorable reviews from critics, the July 27, 1990, release was a box office success, earning $72.2 million worldwide on an $11 million budget. Two follow-ups to the movie were produced: Problem Child 2 (1991) and Problem Child 3: Junior in Love (1995), which was made specifically for television.
Where to watch: Prime Video
4) The Christmas Chronicles
Matt Lieberman wrote the screenplay, and Clay Kaytis directed the 2018 American Christmas comedy The Christmas Chronicles. The film stars Kurt Russell, Judah Lewis, Darby Camp, Lamorne Morris, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, and Oliver Hudson.
It was produced by Wonder Worldwide and 1492 Pictures and is the first movie in the Christmas Chronicles series.
The narrative centers on Kate and Teddy, two kids who see Santa Claus in their house and hop onto his reindeer-drawn sleigh. But they lose all the gifts when they unintentionally cause the sleigh to collapse. Santa and the kids must deliver the gifts on time as Christmas morning draws near in order to save Christmas.
Much like Kevin’s efforts to save Christmas in Home Alone, The Christmas Chronicles follows two kids who accidentally cause chaos and must team up with Santa to fix their mistakes.
Both movies have an intense adventure involving young kids working to save Christmas with a lot of humor and action along the way.
Where to watch: Netflix
5) Uncle Buck
Like Home Alone, Uncle Buck features a number of humorous misadventures as an unlikely guardian is thrust into the role of protector for a group of children.
Uncle Buck, a comedy-drama released in 1989, was written and directed by John Hughes. It stars John Candy and Amy Madigan, with supporting roles from Jean Louisa Kelly, Laurie Metcalf, Jay Underwood, Macaulay Culkin, Gaby Hoffmann, Elaine Bromka, and Garrett M. Brown.
Bob and Cindy Russell's busy lifestyle clashes with their rebellious teenage daughter Tia when they leave their children with their careless uncle Buck while they attend to a family emergency.
Since its August 16, 1989, Universal Pictures release, it has brought in $79.2 million.
Where to watch: Prime Video
6) Stuart Little
Stuart Little is a 1999 live-action/animated comedy film loosely based on E. B. White's novel.
Hugh Laurie, Jonathan Lipnicki, and Geena Davis star in the Rob Minkoff-directed movie, which also features Michael J. Fox as the voice actor for Stuart.
The adoption of Stuart, a talking mouse, by the Little family in Manhattan strains relations with their cat, Snowbell, and son, George. Stuart, who finds it difficult to fit in, becomes friends with George and assists him in winning a boat race. But when a couple who say they are Stuart's biological parents show up there, the Littles realize they've been duped.
Like Home Alone, Stuart Little features a young character (albeit a mouse) who finds himself in a new and sometimes hostile environment, using his courage to overcome obstacles. Both films blend humor and adventure, making Stuart Little a great choice for Home Alone fans.
The movie made over $300 million globally when it was released on December 17, 1999.
Where to watch: Prime Video, Apple TV+
7) Honey, I Shrunk the Kids
Honey, I Shrunk the Kids is a 1989 science fiction comedy film and the first in a film franchise. Directed by Joe Johnston in his directorial debut, the film stars Rick Moranis, Matt Frewer, Marcia Strassman, and Kristine Sutherland.
The narrative centers on a struggling entrepreneur who unintentionally reduces the height of his children and the children of his neighbors to a quarter of an inch. The children must cooperate to find their way home after being tossed out with the trash onto a backyard wilderness full of hazardous creatures and man-made hazards.
The movie was the ninth highest-grossing movie of 1989 globally and the highest-grossing live-action Disney film of all time, a record it held for five years.
Similar to Home Alone, Honey, I Shrunk the Kids features kids who find themselves in a dangerous situation, using creativity and teamwork to survive. Both films blend humor and action, with young characters facing absurd challenges and a perfect mix of adventure and heart, much like Home Alone.
Where to watch: Disney+, Apple TV+, Prime Video
These family-friendly comedies are packed with laughter, heart, and unforgettable moments, bringing in the same fun as Home Alone.
