Home Alone (1990) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Eight-year-old Kevin McCallister makes the most of the situation after his family unwittingly leaves him behind when they go on Christmas vacation. When thieves try to break into his home, he puts up a fight like no other.
Rated PG • 1990 • 1h 43m
Eight-year-old Kevin McCallister is accidentally left behind when his family flies to Paris for Christmas, then must defend his home against two bumbling burglars. One of the most beloved family comedies ever made. The PG rating is appropriate — the slapstick violence is cartoonish and the film's emotional core is genuinely touching.
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Is Home Alone appropriate for kids?
Eight-year-old Kevin McCallister is accidentally left behind when his family flies to Paris for Christmas, then must defend his home against two bumbling burglars. One of the most beloved family comedies ever made. The PG rating is appropriate — the slapstick violence is… Read more — free account
Content severity in Home Alone
What happens in Home Alone, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:20 💬 Language 2/10
- 1:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
Sex and nudity in Home Alone
A brief, non-sexual adult movie plays on TV — played as comedy.
Violence and gore in Home Alone
Cartoonish slapstick violence in the third act — the Wet Bandits get hit with paint cans, irons, and step on nails. All played for laughs with no real consequences.
Language in Home Alone
Mild language consistent with PG.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Home Alone
None of significance.
Mature themes in Home Alone
A child's fear of being unloved and abandoned. Kevin's journey from wishing his family would disappear to desperately wanting them back is the film's real emotional arc.
Scary moments in Home Alone
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Home Alone appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Home Alone is best for ages 7+. It's rated PG. Eight-year-old Kevin McCallister is accidentally left behind when his family flies to Paris for Christmas, then must defend his home against two bumbling burglars. One of the most beloved family comedies ever made. The…
What age rating does Home Alone have?
Home Alone is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.
What is Home Alone about?
Eight-year-old Kevin McCallister is accidentally left behind when his family flies to Paris for Christmas, then must defend his home against two bumbling burglars. One of the most beloved family comedies ever made. The PG rating is appropriate — the slapstick violence is cartoonish and the film's emotional core is…
Is there sex or nudity in Home Alone?
A brief, non-sexual adult movie plays on TV — played as comedy.
How violent is Home Alone?
Cartoonish slapstick violence in the third act — the Wet Bandits get hit with paint cans, irons, and step on nails. All played for laughs with no real consequences.
Is the language in Home Alone appropriate for kids?
Mild language consistent with PG.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Home Alone?
None of significance.
What mature themes appear in Home Alone?
A child's fear of being unloved and abandoned. Kevin's journey from wishing his family would disappear to desperately wanting them back is the film's real emotional arc.
How long is Home Alone?
Home Alone runs 103 minutes, directed by Chris Columbus, released in 1990.
Where can I read the full Home Alone parent guide?
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