Macaulay Culkin wants to turn the iconic 'Home Alone' house into a fun house

In May 2024, Macaulay Culkin publicly shared that he had thought about purchasing the iconic Home Alone house, which had recently been listed on the market for $5.25 million. Speaking during a screening of the beloved 1990 film at the Rosemont Theater in Illinois, he revealed his lighthearted intent to transform the house into a 'movie fun house' where visitors could recreate some of the memorable moments from the film, like sledding down the stairs just as his character Kevin McCallister did. This statement drew considerable attention, as the home, located in Winnetka, Illinois, is notable for its role in one of the most popular Christmas movies of all time. Despite his interest, Culkin ultimately decided against making the purchase, citing his family responsibilities. He lives with his fiancée, Brenda Song, and their two young sons, Dakota, age 3, and a 2-year-old whose name has not been disclosed. This commitment to his family was a significant factor in his decision not to pursue buying the house where much of the film's action took place. The house, which is a spacious five-bedroom, six-bathroom residence built in 1921, features a plethora of amenities, including a sunroom, a sport court in the basement, a fully equipped gym, and even a state-of-the-art movie theater. The historic property had not been on the market for 12 years and sold after just one week of being listed, highlighting its desirability. Culkin's reflections on the film and his connection to it are particularly poignant now that he is a parent himself. He addressed the conflicting feelings he has towards his role in Home Alone, describing it as both a