Molly Ringwald & LeVar Burton Join Cast of worldwide’s ‘one Night Only’
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A provocative new comedy from Universal Pictures, One Night Only, has added two iconic performers too its ensemble cast. Molly Ringwald and LeVar Burton will appear alongside previously announced leads Monica Barbaro and Callum Turner in the film, slated for release on August 7, 2026.
A Unique Premise Drives the Story
The film centers on two strangers navigating a world where premarital sex is legal for only one night each year. The screenplay, a rewrite of a script by Travis Braun that previously appeared on the Black List, is being helmed by Will Gluck, who will also direct. While the core concept remains intact, it remains to be seen how Gluck’s vision will evolve the original story.
Roles Revealed for Ringwald and Burton
Sources indicate Ringwald will portray Turner’s mother, with Burton cast as her partner. This pairing brings a compelling dynamic to the project, blending established talent with a fresh, unconventional narrative.
Production Team Assembles
Will Gluck will produce One Night Only through his production company,Olive Bridge Entertainment. Jacqueline Monetta, vice President of Olive Bridge Entertainment, will oversee production alongside Gluck.Universal Pictures is represented by Senior EVP Production Development Erik Baiers and Director of Production Development jacqueline Garell, who will oversee the project for the studio.
Ringwald’s Recent Successes
Ringwald has enjoyed a career resurgence in recent years, appearing in critically acclaimed projects such as Ryan Murphy’s Feud: Capote and the Swans and the Netflix miniseries Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story. She also earned accolades for her role in the Emmy-winning FX series The Bear,and continues to be recognized for her work on Riverdale and the independant film Bad things,which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival. Of course,Ringwald remains a beloved figure for her iconic roles in 1980s John Hughes classics like pretty in Pink,The Breakfast Club,and Sixteen Candles,beginning her career with a role in Paul Mazursky’s Tempest and continuing with films like The Pick-Up Artist and Betsy’s Wedding. She is represented by Barking Dog Entertainment and Untitled Entertainment.
Burton’s Continued impact
LeVar Burton‘s career spans decades, marked by a commitment to storytelling, education, and cultural impact. He currently hosts and executive produces Trivial Pursuit for Lionsgate, Hasbro, and the CW. Burton is perhaps best known for his groundbreaking role as Kunta Kinte in the landmark miniseries Roots and his portrayal of Geordi La Forge on Star Trek: The Next generation. His work on the educational programme Reading Rainbow, which garnered over 200 broadcast awards including multiple Emmys and a Peabody, cemented his legacy as a champion of literacy. Burton is represented by WME.
The addition of Ringwald and Burton to One Night Only signals Universal’s ambition to deliver a thought-provoking and entertaining film that resonates with a broad audience.
