---
title: "One Night Stand"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/one-night-stand-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 12616
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 102
community_rating: 5.6
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# One Night Stand (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/one-night-stand-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

One Night Stand is a film first released in 1997. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by New Line Cinema. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A married Los Angeles director faces lasting consequences after an impulsive encounter in New York City."

### Why Watch
- explores complex relationship dynamics
- features a talented cast and strong dramatic focus

### Caveats & Content Note
- deals with heavy and distressing emotional themes
- infidelity plot may not appeal to all viewers
- Tone & Suitability: This film contains adult themes related to marital infidelity and personal crisis.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dramatic, emotional, intense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/one-night-stand-1997#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Mike Figgis
- **Networks / Studios**: New Line Cinema

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Wesley Snipes** as *Max Carlyle*
- **Nastassja Kinski** as *Karen*
- **Kyle MacLachlan** as *Vernon*
- **Ming-Na Wen** as *Mimi Carlyle*
- **Robert Downey Jr.** as *Charlie*
- **Marcus T. Paulk** as *Charlie Carlyle*
- **Glenn Plummer** as *George*
- **Amanda Donohoe** as *Margaux*
- **Zoë Nathenson** as *Mickey*
- **Thomas Haden Church** as *Don*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was One Night Stand released?
The film was released in the United States on November 14, 1997.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of one hour and forty-two minutes.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
The film is classified as a drama.

### Q: Where does Max Carlyle live and work?
Max Carlyle makes a good living directing commercials and lives in Los Angeles with his wife and two children.

### Q: Why does Max travel to New York City?
Max travels to New York City to visit his friend Charlie, who has been diagnosed with AIDS.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [One Night Stand — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/12616)
- [One Night Stand (2010) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/492023-one-night-stand)
- [Night Stand (1995) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/195853-night-stand/prehled/)

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