Home Alone 3 1997
"There's a new kid on the block."
When 9-year-old Alex Pruitt comes down with the chicken pox, he's expecting a quiet week at home — until he accidentally becomes the unwitting guardian of a top-secret microchip hidden inside a toy car.
Director: Raja Gosnell
Cast
Alex D. Linz
Alex Pruitt
Olek Krupa
Peter Beaupre
Rya Kihlstedt
Alice Ribbons
Lenny Von Dohlen
Burton Jernigan
David Thornton
Earl Unger
Haviland Morris
Karen Pruitt
Kevin Kilner
Jack Pruitt
Marian Seldes
Mrs. Hess
Seth Smith
Stan Pruitt
Scarlett Johansson
Molly Pruitt
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Home Alone 3 (1997) about?
The film follows Alex Pruitt, a 9-year-old home alone with the chicken pox, who unknowingly receives a toy car containing a high-tech microchip meant for a spy operation. When four international agents target his house to retrieve it, Alex must protect the chip using his ingenuity and homemade defenses.
Who directed Home Alone 3?
Raja Gosnell directed *Home Alone 3 (1997)*. He brought a mix of comedic timing and action-driven pacing that became a hallmark of the franchise.
Who stars in Home Alone 3?
The film stars Alex D. Linz as Alex Pruitt, alongside Olek Krupa, Rya Kihlstedt, and Lenny Von Dohlen as the lead spies, with David Thornton and Haviland Morris as Alex's parents.
Is Home Alone 3 (1997) worth watching?
*Home Alone 3* delivers the classic mix of humor and suspense that fans expect, though it's often considered lighter on nostalgia than earlier entries. It's a fun, family-friendly adventure with clever traps and a charming young lead, making it a solid pick for younger viewers.
How long is Home Alone 3?
The runtime of *Home Alone 3 (1997)* is 102 minutes.
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About Home Alone 3 (1997) — A Sick Kid's Secret Mission Against Spy Intruders
When 9-year-old Alex Pruitt comes down with the chicken pox, he's expecting a quiet week at home — until he accidentally becomes the unwitting guardian of a top-secret microchip hidden inside a toy car. His suburban Chicago house suddenly transforms into a battleground as a quartet of international spies, led by the icy Peter Beaupre, scours the neighborhood to reclaim the valuable device. With his family oblivious and his defenses down, Alex must rely on quick thinking and homemade booby traps to outsmart the intruders in *Home Alone 3 (1997)*, the third installment in the beloved franchise directed by Raja Gosnell.
This clever blend of slapstick humor and suspense keeps audiences on the edge of their seats while delivering the signature family-friendly thrills that defined the series. Set against a cozy winter backdrop, the film balances lighthearted fun with genuine tension, appealing to both nostalgic fans and new viewers. The story explores themes of resilience, cleverness under pressure, and the power of an underdog — all wrapped in a nostalgic '90s aesthetic that still feels fresh today.
