Home Alone

A married couple trying to retrieve a valuable heirloom from their young son who, believing he's been left behind, devises a series of elaborate traps to catch him. The boy, Max Mercer, is accidentally left behind when his family leaves for a trip to Tokyo. He must protect his home from a couple who believe he has stolen a priceless family heirloom.

Home Sweet Home Alone received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and was a box office disappointment. Many critics found the film to be a pale imitation of the original, citing a lack of originality, weak humor, and uninspired performances.

• A humorless and unnecessary reboot that fails to capture the magic of the original.

• Relies too heavily on nostalgia without offering anything new or engaging.

• The performances are bland, and the plot is predictable and uninspired.

Google audience: Audiences were largely unimpressed, with many expressing disappointment that the film offered no fresh take on the beloved story. Common complaints included a lack of genuine laughs, a confusing plot, and a general feeling that the movie was a cynical attempt to cash in on a popular franchise.

The film was originally intended to be released in theaters by 20th Century Studios, but due to the Disney acquisition, it was instead released as a streaming exclusive on Disney+.