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Martin Sheen and Jana Kramer’s Faith Drama The One Gets U.S. Theatrical Release Date

Deadline reports Hawk Hill Pictures will release faith drama The One, starring Martin Sheen and Jana Kramer, in US cinemas on November 5, 2026 — a date that coincides with National Homeless Youth Awareness Month.

By Informant WirePublished 15 September 2026
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Deadline reports that Hawk Hill Pictures has secured U.S. distribution for The One, a holiday faith drama starring Martin Sheen and Jana Kramer. The distributor will open the film nationwide on November 5, 2026, a release timed to coincide with National Homeless Youth Awareness Month. Directed by Lisa Arnold and filmed in Oklahoma, the story follows an 18‑year‑old navigating homelessness after ageing out of the Chicago foster system. Producers include Erin Elizabeth Cook — who also appears in the cast — and Adam Ropp. The filmmakers have announced a partnership with the nonprofit For Others tied to the film’s launch.

Release

Hawk Hill Pictures sets nationwide theatrical launch for November 5, 2026

Deadline’s exclusive report says Hawk Hill Pictures will release The One in theatres across the United States on November 5, 2026. The distributor’s chosen date coincides with National Homeless Youth Awareness Month, reflecting the film’s focus on a young person facing homelessness. Jen Katzfey, President of Hawk Hill Pictures, said the company was captivated by the story and called the film “inspiring, beautifully acted, and [a] shining light on a subject that deserves to be seen and heard.” The company said it will bring the film “exclusively to theatres” to give audiences the big‑screen experience.

Cast & Crew

Screen legend Martin Sheen and Jana Kramer lead ensemble

The One stars Martin Sheen and Jana Kramer. The cast also includes Olivia Sanabia, Nick Zano and Indigenous musician‑actor Noah Redclay. Erin Elizabeth Cook and Adam Ropp are credited as producers; Cook also co‑stars. Lisa Arnold directed the feature. The film marks the feature‑film debut of Ashlyn Tomlin, identified in reporting as singer Chris Tomlin's daughter.

Production

Filmed in Oklahoma with state incentives

Deadline reports The One was shot in Oklahoma and utilised incentives provided under The Film in Oklahoma Act. The report disclosed no further production or budget details.

Story & Partnerships

Plot follows an 18‑year‑old leaving foster care; filmmakers partner with For Others

The film centres on an 18‑year‑old named Hawk who ages out of the Chicago foster system and sets out to see the lighting of the country’s largest Christmas tree, known as the One. Carrying only a guitar, Hawk faces potential homelessness, undiagnosed PTSD and a harsh winter until he meets Jefferson, a mysterious traveller, and Alexis, a runaway grieving the loss of her twin. Together they undertake an unexpected journey of faith, hope and healing. In conjunction with the release, the filmmakers have partnered with For Others, the nonprofit founded by Chris Tomlin and his wife, which works to raise awareness of the child welfare crisis in America.
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