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Behind the Scenes: Surprising Casting Choices for Home Alone
12/15/2025
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- Casting notes from the Academy Museum show several actors were considered for roles in Home Alone (1990).
- Kirstie Alley and Susan Sarandon were considered for Kate McCallister.
- Catherine O'Hara ultimately played Kate McCallister.
- Jimmy Stewart was considered for Old Man Marley.
- Joe Pesci, who played Harry, was initially reluctant to audition.
