---
title: "The One and Only"
year: 1978
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-one-and-only-1978"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 47901
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 97
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG"
---

# The One and Only (1978) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-one-and-only-1978

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The One and Only is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Comedy, Romance. Produced and broadcast by First Artists, Balmoral Associates. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A college graduate tries wrestling to achieve stardom and support his wife."

### Why Watch
- follows a unique path to stardom
- features a romantic storyline

### Caveats & Content Note
- getting a job after college is difficult
- financial struggles cause tension with parents
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains comedic and romantic elements along with themes of financial struggle.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, romance

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Carl Reiner
- **Networks / Studios**: First Artists, Balmoral Associates

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Henry Winkler** as *Andy Schmidt*
- **Kim Darby** as *Mary Crawford*
- **Gene Saks** as *Sidney Seltzer*
- **William Daniels** as *Mr. Crawford*
- **Harold Gould** as *Hector Moses*
- **Polly Holliday** as *Mrs. Crawford*
- **Hervé Villechaize** as *Milton Miller*
- **Bill Baldwin** as *Announcer in Des Moines*
- **Anthony Battaglia** as *Little Andy*
- **Ed Begley Jr.** as *Arnold - The King*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was The One and Only released?
The film was released on 02/03/1978 in the US.

### Q: What genres does the film fall under?
It is categorized as comedy and romance.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The main character is Andy Schmidt.

### Q: What challenges does Andy face?
He finds it difficult to get a job after college and struggles financially.

### Q: What does Andy do in his desperation for stardom?
He tries wrestling in his pursuit of stardom.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The One and Only — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/47901)
- [The One and Only (1978 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_One_and_Only_(1978_film))
- [My One and Only (2023) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/1300247-my-one-and-only/prehled/)

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