The One (2026): Cast, Story and Release Details

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The One is a 2026 family drama about Hawk, a Native American former foster youth who travels to Enid, Oklahoma, for a Christmas tree lighting. As he connects with local residents and runaway teen Alexis, Hawk faces PTSD, anxiety and questions about faith and self-discovery.

The One is a family drama set in Enid, Oklahoma, where a Christmas tree lighting brings together a traveler, local residents and a runaway teenager. At the center is Hawk, a Native American former foster youth navigating a difficult period in his life.

Directed by Lisa Arnold and written by Erin Elizabeth Cook, the film pairs a holiday setting with a story about emotional recovery, community and faith. Noah Redclay leads the cast as Hawk, with Jana Kramer, Olivia Sanabia and Martin Sheen among the featured performers.

The One movie details

Story without spoilers

Hawk visits Enid for the lighting of what is described as the tallest Christmas tree. During his time in Oklahoma, he forms connections with people in the local community, including Alexis, a runaway teen.

The experience also brings Hawk into contact with PTSD, anxiety and questions surrounding his faith. The film’s premise centers on his process of self-discovery, using the holiday gathering as the setting for a personal and interpersonal drama.

What to expect

The One combines family drama with Christmas-season subject matter. Its story places a festive public event alongside more serious concerns, including the lasting effects of trauma, anxiety, foster-care experience and personal faith.

The supplied premise points to a character-focused film built around Hawk’s relationships with local people and Alexis. While the setting includes a Christmas celebration, the story is not presented solely as light holiday entertainment; it also addresses emotional and spiritual uncertainty.

Cast and creative team

Noah Redclay plays Hawk, the film’s central character. Jana Kramer appears as Lisa, Olivia Sanabia plays Alexis, and Martin Sheen portrays Jefferson. The cast also includes Nick Zano as Jim, Erin Elizabeth Cook as Aunt Jordan, Ashlyn Tomlin as Melanie, Michael Wittig as the Train Attendant, Betsy Beutler as Kathy, and James Austin Kerr as Robert.

Lisa Arnold directs The One from a screenplay by Erin Elizabeth Cook, who also appears in the cast as Aunt Jordan.

• Noah Redclay as Hawk
• Jana Kramer as Lisa
• Olivia Sanabia as Alexis
• Martin Sheen as Jefferson
• Nick Zano as Jim
• Erin Elizabeth Cook as Aunt Jordan
• Ashlyn Tomlin as Melanie
• Michael Wittig as Train Attendant
• Betsy Beutler as Kathy
• James Austin Kerr as Robert

Release and production context

The One is a 2026 film with a listed release date of November 6, 2026. It has a runtime of 1 hour and 44 minutes and is classified as a Family and Drama title. The film is in English and is set in Enid, Oklahoma, with its story connected to a Christmas tree lighting.

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With its Oklahoma setting, holiday backdrop and focus on trauma, faith and connection, The One presents a family drama with a serious emotional foundation. The film’s central premise follows Hawk as a community event opens the door to new relationships and personal reflection.

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