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	Home Alone 2: Lost in New York is a Christmas comedy film from 1992, directed by Chris Columbus and written and produced by John Hughes. This sequel to Home Alone (1990) is the second film in the Home Alone series, featuring stars such as Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, John Heard, Tim Curry, Brenda Fricker, and Catherine O'Hara. The plot centers on Kevin McCallister, who becomes separated from his family during their vacation to Florida. He encounters the Wet Bandits once again in New York City following their escape from prison. Hughes completed the screenplay by February 1991, after entering into a six-picture agreement with 20th Century Fox. Culkin's return was confirmed in May, and the remainder of the cast was finalized shortly thereafter. Principal photography occurred from December 1991 to May 1992, filmed on location in Illinois and New York, including notable sites such as Rockefeller Center and the original World Trade Center.		Home Alone 2: Lost in New York is a Christmas comedy film from 1992, directed by Chris Columbus and written and produced by John Hughes. This sequel to Home Alone (1990) is the second film in the Home Alone series, featuring stars such as Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, John Heard, Tim Curry, Brenda Fricker, and Catherine O'Hara. The plot centers on Kevin McCallister, who becomes separated from his family during their vacation to Florida. He encounters the Wet Bandits once again in New York City following their escape from prison. Hughes completed the screenplay by February 1991, after entering into a six-picture agreement with 20th Century Fox. Culkin's return was confirmed in May, and the remainder of the cast was finalized shortly thereafter. Principal photography occurred from December 1991 to May 1992, filmed on location in Illinois and New York, including notable sites such as Rockefeller Center and the original World Trade Center<ref name=":0">
			[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Home_Alone_2:_Lost_in_New_York “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.” ''Wikipedia'', 14 Feb. 2020, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Home_Alone_2:_Lost_in_New_York.]</ref>.



	Home Alone 2 was released theatrically in the United States by 20th Century Fox on November 20, 1992. The film received mixed reviews from critics, who commended the performances but criticized its darker tone and violence, as well as its resemblance to the original film. It grossed over $359 million globally, making it the third-highest-grossing film of 1992. Notably, Home Alone 2 is the only sequel in the franchise to feature most of the original cast. Home Alone 3 (1997) introduced a new cast and characters, while the television film Home Alone 4 (2002) included returning characters from the first two films, albeit with a different cast. Devin Ratray reprised his role as Buzz McCallister in the sixth installment of the franchise, Home Sweet Home Alone (2021)..		Home Alone 2 was released theatrically in the United States by 20th Century Fox on November 20, 1992. The film received mixed reviews from critics, who commended the performances but criticized its darker tone and violence, as well as its resemblance to the original film. It grossed over $359 million globally, making it the third-highest-grossing film of 1992. Notably, Home Alone 2 is the only sequel in the franchise to feature most of the original cast. Home Alone 3 (1997) introduced a new cast and characters, while the television film Home Alone 4 (2002) included returning characters from the first two films, albeit with a different cast. Devin Ratray reprised his role as Buzz McCallister in the sixth installment of the franchise, Home Sweet Home Alone (2021)<ref name=":0" />..

	== Plot ==		== Plot ==
	In ~~Chicago~~, ~~the~~ McCallister family ~~is getting ready~~ to ~~celebrate Christmas in Miami~~. ~~Peter~~ and ~~Kate's nine-year-old son~~, Kevin, ~~is displeased with this plan~~, ~~expressing~~ his ~~dissatisfaction by stating that Florida does not possess~~ the ~~Christmas charm of snow~~ and ~~trees~~. ~~During~~ a ~~school Christmas pageant, Kevin's older brother~~, ~~Buzz, embarrasses him~~ in ~~front of the audience. In retaliation~~, ~~Kevin pushes Buzz~~, ~~which triggers a domino effect that knocks over the choir~~ and ~~ruins the performance~~. ~~Back at home, an exasperated~~ Kevin ~~refuses to apologize to Buzz~~ and ~~criticizes his family for believing Buzz's falsehoods and for their desire to spend~~ Christmas in ~~Florida. He angrily retreats to~~ the ~~attic, wishing he could enjoy the holiday in solitude.~~		In a holiday adventure that’s bigger and bolder, "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York" follows Kevin McCallister as he finds himself separated from his family yet again, this time during a Christmas trip to New York City. Armed with nothing but his wits and a stolen credit card, Kevin navigates the bustling streets of Manhattan, enjoying the sights and sounds of the city. However, his excitement is short-lived as he soon encounters the bumbling burglars Harry and Marv, who are back and more determined than ever to get their revenge. As Kevin sets up a series of ingenious traps in a luxurious hotel, hilarity ensues in this festive showdown filled with laughter, heart, and holiday spirit. Can Kevin outsmart the duo once more and enjoy a memorable Christmas in the Big Apple<ref name=":0" />?

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	* Ron Canada as Cop in Times Square		* Ron Canada as Cop in Times Square
	* Donald Trump as himself, owner of the Plaza Hotel		* Donald Trump as himself, owner of the Plaza Hotel

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by John Hughes|Produced By=John Hughes|Starring=* [[Macaulay Culkin]]
* [[Joe Pesci]]
* [[Daniel Stern (actor)|Daniel Stern]]
* [[John Heard (actor)|John Heard]]
* [[Tim Curry]]
* [[Brenda Fricker]]
* [[Catherine O'Hara]]|Cinematography=[[Julio Macat]]|Editor=[[Raja Gosnell]]|Music composer=[[John Williams]]|Production studio=* [[20th Century Fox]]<ref name="AFI"/>
* [[Hughes Entertainment]]<ref name="AFI"/>|Distributed By=20th Century Fox|Release Date=November 20, 1992|Runtime=120 minutes|Country=United States|Language=English|Budget=$28 million|Box Office=$359 million}}

Home Alone 2: Lost in New York is a Christmas comedy film from 1992, directed by Chris Columbus and written and produced by John Hughes. This sequel to Home Alone (1990) is the second film in the Home Alone series, featuring stars such as Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, John Heard, Tim Curry, Brenda Fricker, and Catherine O'Hara. The plot centers on Kevin McCallister, who becomes separated from his family during their vacation to Florida. He encounters the Wet Bandits once again in New York City following their escape from prison. Hughes completed the screenplay by February 1991, after entering into a six-picture agreement with 20th Century Fox. Culkin's return was confirmed in May, and the remainder of the cast was finalized shortly thereafter. Principal photography occurred from December 1991 to May 1992, filmed on location in Illinois and New York, including notable sites such as Rockefeller Center and the original World Trade Center.

Home Alone 2 was released theatrically in the United States by 20th Century Fox on November 20, 1992. The film received mixed reviews from critics, who commended the performances but criticized its darker tone and violence, as well as its resemblance to the original film. It grossed over $359 million globally, making it the third-highest-grossing film of 1992. Notably, Home Alone 2 is the only sequel in the franchise to feature most of the original cast. Home Alone 3 (1997) introduced a new cast and characters, while the television film Home Alone 4 (2002) included returning characters from the first two films, albeit with a different cast. Devin Ratray reprised his role as Buzz McCallister in the sixth installment of the franchise, Home Sweet Home Alone (2021)..

== Plot ==
In Chicago, the McCallister family is getting ready to celebrate Christmas in Miami. Peter and Kate's nine-year-old son, Kevin, is displeased with this plan, expressing his dissatisfaction by stating that Florida does not possess the Christmas charm of snow and trees. During a school Christmas pageant, Kevin's older brother, Buzz, embarrasses him in front of the audience. In retaliation, Kevin pushes Buzz, which triggers a domino effect that knocks over the choir and ruins the performance. Back at home, an exasperated Kevin refuses to apologize to Buzz and criticizes his family for believing Buzz's falsehoods and for their desire to spend Christmas in Florida. He angrily retreats to the attic, wishing he could enjoy the holiday in solitude.

== Cast ==

* Macaulay Culkin as Kevin McCallister
* Joe Pesci as Harry Lyme
* Daniel Stern as Marv Murchins
* Catherine O'Hara as Kate McCallister, Kevin's mother
* John Heard as Peter McCallister, Kevin's father
* Devin Ratray as Buzz McCallister, Kevin's oldest brother
* Hillary Wolf as Megan McCallister, Kevin's oldest sister
* Maureen Elisabeth Shay as Linnie McCallister
* Michael C. Maronna as Jeff McCallister
* Gerry Bamman as Uncle Frank McCallister
* Terrie Snell as Aunt Leslie McCallister, Kevin's aunt
* Jedidiah Cohen as Rod
* Senta Moses as Tracy McCallister
* Daiana Campeanu as Sondra McCallister
* Kieran Culkin as Fuller McCallister
* Anna Slotky as Brooke McCallister
* Tim Curry as Mr. Hector (credited as "Concierge")
* Brenda Fricker as the Pigeon Lady
* Eddie Bracken as Mr. Duncan
* Dana Ivey as Hester Stone
* Rob Schneider as Cedric (credited as "Bellman")
* Leigh Zimmerman as Fashion Model
* Ralph Foody as Johnny (credited as "Gangster")
* Clare Hoak as Gangster - "Dame",
* Monica Devereux as Hotel Operator
* Bob Eubanks as Ding-Dang-Dong Host
* Rip Taylor as Celeb #1
* Jaye P. Morgan as Celeb #2
* Jimmie Walker as Celeb #3
* Ally Sheedy as New York Ticket Agent
* Rod Sell as Officer Bennett
* Ron Canada as Cop in Times Square
* Donald Trump as himself, owner of the Plaza Hotel