When a rom-com film has a premise that appeals to non-rom-com fans just as much as die-hard romantics, then you know you’re onto something special.
The concept behind One Night Only is neat, quirky, and just a little bit sexy. It’s set in New York (always a winner) and tracks two New Yorkers out looking for love. This particular night is a special one that’s marked on singletons’ calendars – it’s the only night of the year when sex is legal for single people.
Cue a city with snogging on every corner, plenty of slapstick humour, and lots of near misses between our two leads. Who do eventually ‘bump’ into each other, literally. But will they get it on? Directed by Will Gluck, it stars Monica Barbaro and Callum Turner as Allie and Owen.
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Really enjoyed it... surprised there were a lot more guys laughing
— Cam (@cameronclark_98) August 24, 2026
There’s the misconception that rom-com don’t have wide appeal and that’s certainly not true of One Night Only, as Cam noticed.
Really enjoyable, funny and the premise was different
— didcotdaz (@Bigd1974DK) August 24, 2026
Dreaming of a romantic comedy with a fresh new face that’s unique and not like anything you’ve seen before? This could be that movie.
Loved it, an interesting take on a rom com, lots of laugh out loud moments.
— Val (@tecchiegirl) August 24, 2026
Val points out that there was lots of com to the rom. Always a good thing!
So much better than I thought it would be and the ‘cameos’ from a certain other Will Gluck movie were a nice touch…
— Boosty (@Paulboostnaylor) August 24, 2026
Keep your eyes peeled for surprise appearances from Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell, who both featured in Will Gluck’s Anyone But You.
I'm not much if a rom-com fan but l really enjoyed thos film. Both actors were great and the characters very likeable so l managed to get interested in them and the story. Unlike lots of rom-coms this felt realistic albeit with the strange premise. A good night out!
— Pete Cunningham (@Rabid_Womble) August 24, 2026
This was an entertaining and cute film. The chemistry between Owen (Callum Turner) and Allie (Monica Barbaro) was great. The premise a little far fetched but that's what films are for!
— jackofherts (@jackofherts) August 24, 2026
Jackofherts got to the heart of the matter – the on-screen chemistry between the main stars fizzed. Exactly what we want from our rom-coms!
Enjoyed the movie - had some laugh out loud moments - thought Callum Turner and Monica Barabaro were great 😊
— Helen Clancy (@ClanceMo12) August 24, 2026
So, does the thought of One Night Only make your knees buckle and your heart beat that little bit faster? Make a date to see the latest rom-com that everybody’s talking about.
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