C. Thomas Howell and Adam Davidson on ONE MILE: Chapters 1 & 2

Welcome to the Following Films Podcast! I’m your host, Chris Maynard.

Today, we are diving into a massive double-feature cinematic event. Releasing simultaneously on Digital today, February 20, 2026, are One Mile: Chapter One and One Mile: Chapter Two. This is a unique, two-part saga from director Adam Davidson that prioritizes grit and tension, designed to be experienced as a complete journey.

In Chapter One, Ryan Phillippe stars as a former special forces operative attempting to reconnect with his teenage daughter (played by Amélie Hoeferle) during a college road trip. When an unexpected detour puts them in the sights of a secretive, off-the-grid community, the trip devolves into a desperate fight for survival.

The narrative deepens in Chapter Two, as he is forced back to a remote island when that same violent community abducts his daughter in an act of revenge. It’s a relentless hunt where the emotional stakes are just as heavy as the physical ones.

We have two vital perspectives on how these character-driven thrillers came to life:

• C. Thomas Howell: First up, the legendary actor joins me to discuss his role in the films. We talk about the complexities of his character and what it's like stepping into a world where the "villains" believe they are the heroes of their own story.

• Adam Davidson: Following that, I’m joined by the director himself. Adam breaks down the process of filming two features back-to-back and how he maintained the grounded, character-focused tone across both chapters.

Up first, my interview with C. Thomas Howell...