In this 1992 Christmas comedy sequel, mischievous Kevin McCallister accidentally boards the wrong plane and ends up separated from his family in the Big Apple, leading to a series of elaborate traps against the Wet Bandits.

The beloved 1992 Christmas comedy sequel that sees Kevin McCallister accidentally separated from his family and wreaking havoc in New York City is indeed Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (Review). The film perfectly matches the description, with young Kevin, played by Macaulay Culkin, boarding the wrong plane for Florida and instead ending up in the "Big Apple" with his father's credit cards. There, he once again encounters his old adversaries, the "Wet Bandits" (Harry and Marv), who have escaped from prison and are now known as the "Sticky Bandits." This leads to a series of elaborate and comical traps set up by Kevin to thwart their plans, particularly their attempt to rob Duncan's Toy Chest on Christmas Eve.

Directed by Chris Columbus and written by John Hughes, the creative team behind the original hit, Home Alone 2 successfully replicated the winning formula of slapstick humor and holiday spirit. The film was a significant box office success, grossing over $359 million worldwide, making it the third-highest-grossing film of 1992. Macaulay Culkin received a substantial salary for his return, reportedly $4.5 million plus 5% of the film's gross, a significant increase from his earnings for the first movie.

Filming took place in various locations, including New York City, with iconic landmarks like the Plaza Hotel featuring prominently. Donald Trump, the then-owner of the Plaza Hotel, even made a cameo appearance in the film in exchange for allowing the crew to shoot scenes in the lobby and a suite. The movie also features memorable supporting performances from Tim Curry as the Plaza Hotel concierge and Brenda Fricker as the compassionate "Pigeon Lady" of Central Park. Despite receiving mixed reviews from critics, Home Alone 2 remains a cherished holiday classic for many, continuing the mischievous adventures of Kevin McCallister.