Home Alone 2’ Tops the First Film Because of the Money, Says Macaulay Culkin

The debate among ardent fans of the “Home Alone” franchise has persisted for years: which installment reigns supreme, the original or its sequel? Recently, the beloved star, Macaulay Culkin, weighed in on the discussion, albeit from a unique perspective—financial gain rather than artistic merit.During a recent appearance on the YouTube series “Hot Ones,” Culkin was posed the question of his preference between the 1990 classic and its 1992 successor, “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.” Without hesitation, he declared the sequel his favorite, attributing his choice to a larger paycheck. As a child star, he revealed that he benefited not only from a salary increase but also from ownership stakes in the film's profits and merchandise, humorously urging viewers to purchase the iconic Talkboy recorder. Both films continue to thrive as holiday favorites, with Culkin's portrayal of Kevin McCallister solidifying his status in ’90s pop culture. While the first film grossed $476 million, the sequel followed closely behind at $359 million.

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