Is Home Alone Coming to Disney+? The Truth About This Holiday Classic
Let's face it, the holidays just aren't the same without a good dose of Home Alone. But with streaming services constantly changing their libraries, you might be wondering if you can count on Disney+ to bring this festive classic back to your screens.
The short answer is: it's complicated.
Here's the deal: While Disney owns the rights to Home Alone, it's not a simple case of adding it to their streaming platform. The original movie, along with Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, was released by 20th Century Fox, which Disney acquired in 2019.
So, does this mean we'll finally see Kevin McCallister's hilarious antics on Disney+? It's possible! Disney has already started to add some classic Fox films to their streaming library. However, they've also been playing a strategic game with their content, so there's no guarantee it'll happen.
What's the hold-up? It's likely tied to licensing agreements and the massive popularity of these movies. Disney might be trying to use these movies as a bargaining chip, reserving them for special events like the holiday season or bundling them with other content.
While we all wish Home Alone was magically available on Disney+ today, it's a waiting game for now. Keep your eyes peeled for announcements, and maybe even a few more holiday-themed movies in the meantime!
Hey, maybe we'll even see a whole new Home Alone movie on Disney+ someday! Wouldn't that be something?