Home Alone Trivia: Questions About Kevin McCallister
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Every December, Home Alone reclaims its throne. Released in 1990, John Hughes' story of 8-year-old Kevin McCallister defending his house from two burglars became the highest-grossing live-action comedy of its era — and the rare Christmas movie that kids, parents, and grandparents all quote from memory.
That shared memory is exactly what makes Home Alone trivia so playable. Everyone knows the paint cans and the "Merry Christmas, ya filthy animal" line; fewer remember that the McCallisters are flying to Paris, that Kevin's neighbor is "Old Man Marley," or that the film was shot in the Chicago suburbs in the dead of winter. The movie rewards both casual fans and obsessives — perfect trivia material. Pair it with free entertainment trivia for a full movie-night round.
Below is a free sample round: four questions to play right now. For the full experience — 40+ questions covering both films, the cast, and the behind-the-scenes stories — the free Christmas sample pack gets you started, and the Home Alone pack ($15) has the complete set.
4 Home Alone Trivia Teasers
A free sample round — play these now, then grab the packs below for the full 40+ questions.
- Where are the McCallisters going when they leave Kevin behind?
Answer: Paris, France — for Christmas. Kevin wakes up to an empty house and a dream come true. - What are the burglars' nicknames?
Answer: The Wet Bandits — Harry and Marv, named for their habit of leaving the water running at crime scenes. - What does Kevin put on his face after shaving that makes him scream?
Answer: Aftershave. The scream-face with hands on cheeks is one of the most imitated moments in film. - In Home Alone 2, what hotel does Kevin check into?
Answer: The Plaza Hotel in New York — with his dad's credit card and a Talkboy full of confidence.
About Home Alone Trivia
Home Alone premiered on November 16, 1990, and stayed in theaters for months — it was the number one film at the box office for 12 straight weeks. Macaulay Culkin, just 10 years old during filming, became the most famous child actor on the planet. Joe Pesci (Harry) and Daniel Stern (Marv) played the Wet Bandits with a commitment to slapstick that turned burglary into ballet.
The film's trivia depth comes from its details. The McCallister house is a real home in Winnetka, Illinois. The "Angels with Filthy Souls" gangster film Kevin watches is a parody made for the movie. John Candy filmed his polka-king cameo in a single day. And the Talkboy cassette recorder — the prop every '90s kid wanted — didn't exist in stores; Tiger Electronics made it real in 1993 because of fan demand.
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992) doubled down: the Plaza Hotel, the Talkboy (now with recording!), the pigeon lady in Central Park, and Donald Trump's seven-second cameo. A good Home Alone trivia round covers both films — the first for nostalgia, the second for the New York details.
How to Run a Home Alone Round at Your Party
Home Alone trivia works best as a dedicated movie round inside a larger Christmas night — 8–10 questions slotted between music and general rounds. Open with gimmes ("What is Kevin's last name?" — McCallister) and build to the deep cuts ("What does the 'P' in the Wet Bandits' calling card stand for?" — nothing; it's just their name).
- Do a quote round. Home Alone's dialogue is its trivia goldmine. Read lines flat — "Keep the change, ya filthy animal" (the movie-within-the-movie) — and let teams name the scene.
- Add a trap-building bonus. Ask teams to name as many of Kevin's traps as they can in 60 seconds. Paint cans, Micro Machines, the tarantula, the iron — there are over a dozen, and teams will argue about the count.
- Mix in behind-the-scenes. One or two production questions per round ("In which Chicago suburb is the McCallister house?") reward the superfans without punishing casual players.
- End with the sequel. Home Alone 2 questions feel like bonus content — the Plaza, the pigeon lady, the Talkboy's slow-motion feature — and they let the round run long without repeating the first film.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How old is Kevin McCallister in Home Alone?
Kevin is 8 years old in the first film. Macaulay Culkin was 10 during filming. In Home Alone 2, Kevin is 10. - Where is the Home Alone house?
The McCallister house is a real home in Winnetka, Illinois, a Chicago suburb. It has become a minor tourist attraction and sold for $5.25 million in 2024. - Was the Talkboy a real product?
Not originally — it was a prop made for the film. Fan demand was so strong that Tiger Electronics released a real Talkboy in 1993, and it became a hit toy. - What is the gangster movie Kevin watches?
"Angels with Filthy Souls" — a fake 1940s gangster film created for the movie. Its sequel in Home Alone 2 is "Angels with Even Filthier Souls." - Is Home Alone the highest-grossing Christmas movie?
The original is the highest-grossing Christmas comedy domestically by a wide margin. Its 12-week run at number one in 1990–91 remains one of the longest in box office history. - Where can I get a full Home Alone trivia pack?
Start with the free Christmas sample pack, then get the Home Alone pack ($15) — 40+ questions, answer sheets and slides, ready to host.
Turn This Sample Into a Full Holiday Quiz
Kevin defended the house; now defend your trivia crown. Start with the free Christmas sample pack, then bring the full Home Alone pack ($15) — 40+ questions, answer sheets and slides — to your next holiday night. Keep the change, ya filthy animal.