Now it’s clear how they could afford to live in such a luxurious house and travel frequently.

As children, many of us didn’t notice inconsistencies while watching our favorite movies. Only as adults do we begin to pick up on certain details that seem odd or unexplained. In recent years, fans of the *Home Alone* films have been wondering: what did Kevin’s parents do for a living? The movie doesn’t provide any direct answers.

Recently, Chris Columbus, the director of the films, revealed the mystery that has puzzled fans for years. Speaking to the popular publication *The Hollywood Reporter*, the director shared that Kevin’s mother, Kate, was a successful fashion designer. This is evidenced by the mannequins seen in the basement of their house. Additionally, Kevin used these mannequins to trick the burglars into thinking the house was full of people.

Kevin’s father, Peter McCallister, worked in advertising. While Columbus doesn’t recall his exact position, it’s reasonable to assume that Peter held a senior role and earned a significant salary. With this revelation, it becomes clear how Peter was able to support his family’s lifestyle.

To recap: Peter and Kate had five children, lived in a massive house in an upscale neighborhood, had two garages with cars, and often traveled during the holidays. They even covered travel expenses for Peter’s brother’s family of six, and the adults flew in business class—a luxury that wasn’t cheap back then.

Fans have long speculated about the McCallisters’ professions, often debating the topic online. One popular and somewhat plausible fan theory even suggested that Peter was involved in criminal activities, though his family was unaware of it.

According to this theory, Peter collaborated with Harry and Marv, the burglars, who planned to rob his house. This explains why Harry, disguised as a police officer, visited the McCallisters’ home before their departure to discuss details. After the robbery, Peter allegedly intended to file an insurance claim and receive a substantial payout.