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One Night Only rom‑com depicts US single‑sex law

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The romantic‑comedy *One Night Only* opened in U.S. theaters on August 7, 2026 (U.K. release August 28). Directed by Will Gluck and starring Monica Barbaro as Allie, a pharmaceutical‑jingle singer, and Callum Turner as Owen, a Manhattan pizzeria owner, the film imagines a federal mandate that bans premarital sex for all single people except during a single 12‑hour “sexual amnesty” window each year, enforced by wrist‑implanted neuro‑sensors. The premise fuels New York protests and a series of comedic mishaps as Owen’s proposal is derailed and Allie seeks a lasting connection rather than a one‑night stand. Critics praise the leads’ chemistry but note that the dystopian satire is under‑developed and the world‑building thin. The film has received mixed responses, holding a 47% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Director Will Gluck ~~has~~ revealed that he significantly reduced the amount of nudity and explicit content during the editing process. This decision followed test screenings where audiences reported feeling uncomfortable or distracted by the scenes. Gluck suggested this reflects a societal shift, noting that younger ~~generations~~ generations, including Gen Z and Gen Alpha, may increasingly view adult content as a private, digital experience rather than a theatrical one. He stated that he continued editing the scenes until a balance was reached that did not uncomfortably engage the audience. Box‑office figures show a modest opening, with Thursday previews earning approximately $750,000, drawing comparisons to the early performance of Gluck's previous film, *Anyone But You*.

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