Home Alone’s Marv Returns: Daniel Stern Sculpting Iconic Spider Scene for Mansion's New Owners

The legendary 'Wet Bandit' is returning to the scene of the crime, but this time, it's strictly by invitation. Daniel Stern, who immortalized the character Marv in the Home Alone series, has been commissioned by the new owners of the iconic Chicago mansion to create a bronze replica of his famous tarantula scream.

From Wet Bandit to Fine Artist

According to PEOPLE, Stern—now a professional artist and farmer living in California—is meticulously crafting the piece. The sculpture captures the moment Kevin McCallister drops a tarantula on Marv’s face, triggering a blood-curdling scream that has become a staple of holiday cinema. Stern joked that he's making his bronze self "a lot handsomer" than he actually is in real life, calling the work an homage to classic horror cinematic techniques.

A $5.25 Million Shrine to a Holiday Classic

The sprawling Winnetka suburban house is a major tourist attraction, having recently sold in May 2024 for a staggering $5.25 million. Despite a major renovation in 2018, the owners are keen on honoring the home's 35-year legacy. Stern noted that while the owners prefer privacy, their love for the film’s history led them to reach out for this one-of-a-kind art piece.