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'Home Alone' Happened Because Chris Columbus Refused to Work With Chevy Chase

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Story by Federico FurzanDecember 22, 2024 • 7:01 PM
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Chevy Chase's notorious behavior led to the surprise success of the holiday comedy classic 'Home Alone'.
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  • Director Chris Columbus refused to work with the infamously difficult Chevy Chase, forcing the production to find a new lead - Macaulay Culkin.
  • The last-minute recasting proved a stroke of genius, as 'Home Alone' became a massive box office hit that launched Culkin to stardom and cemented its place as a holiday staple.
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Chris Columbus, Chevy Chase, Macaulay Culkin, Home Alone, Home Alone
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