# One and Only (2021) — Celluloid TV fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/shows/one-and-only/
Last reviewed: 2026-07-25

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | 89% |
| Critic Score | 90% |
| Audience Score | 94% |
| Metascore | 79/100 |
| IMDb | 8.8/10 |
| Fan Score | 96% |
| Creator | Unknown |
| Platform | iQIYI |
| Genres | Drama |
| Seasons | 1 (24 episodes) |
| Language | Mandarin |
| Country | China |

## Quick answer

One and Only (2021) is a Drama series created by Unknown, streaming on iQIYI. It holds a 89% Celluloid Score — Recommended — averaged from critic reviews (90%), audience ratings (94%), Metascore (79/100), IMDb (8.8/10), and fan ratings (96%) across 1 season.

## Critics consensus

One and Only — a major Wang Xingyue television credit for Celluloid Stars filmography.

## Synopsis

Zhou Sheng Chen was raised by his brother, the Emperor, until the age of thirteen, when he set out to defend the border and establish himself as a loyal and accomplished general. Cui Shi Yi, the well-read daughter of an esteemed family, has been betrothed to the Crown Prince since birth. However, political scheming and tragic events result in Cui Shi Yi falling mute, her former fiance becoming a child Emperor, and Zhou Sheng Chen returning to the capital amidst a cloud of political turmoil.

## Cast

Bai Lu, Wang Xingyue, Ren Jialun, Li Yiru, Su Mengyun, Wu Mansi, Fu Jun, Liang Aiqi, Yu Yang, Yuan Ruohang

## Critic reviews on Celluloid: 1

## Most searched questions

**Is One and Only worth watching?**
Yes — One and Only earns a 89% Celluloid Score (Recommended), averaged from critic 90%, audience 94%, Metascore 79/100, IMDb 8.8/10, and fan 96%. One and Only — a major Wang Xingyue television credit for Celluloid Stars filmography.

**Why is One and Only so highly rated?**
One and Only scores 89% because all five independent sources agree: critics 90%, audiences 94%, Metacritic 79/100, IMDb 8.8/10 and fan ratings 96%. One and Only — a major Wang Xingyue television credit for Celluloid Stars filmography. See the full breakdown on the One and Only series page.

**Is One and Only on Netflix?**
No — One and Only is not on Netflix. It streams on iQIYI, and on Celluloid it is catalogued under iQIYI. Streaming rights rotate by country, so confirm in your region before subscribing.

**What year did One and Only come out?**
One and Only first aired in 2021 (2021). Created by Unknown; it streams on iQIYI today.

**How many seasons of One and Only are there?**
One and Only has 1 season across 24 episodes (2021). Status: ended / complete.

**How long does it take to watch One and Only?**
At roughly 40–50 minutes per episode, One and Only’s 24 episodes take roughly 18 hours of runtime (plus credits). Binge pace depends on season breaks.

**Where can I watch One and Only?**
One and Only streams on iQIYI in supported regions. On Celluloid it is catalogued under iQIYI. Rights rotate — confirm in your country on the platform app.

**Who is in the cast of One and Only?**
One and Only stars Bai Lu, Wang Xingyue, Ren Jialun, Li Yiru, Su Mengyun, and others. Created by Unknown.

**How many episodes are in One and Only?**
One and Only has 24 episodes across 1 season (2021).

**What is One and Only about?**
Zhou Sheng Chen was raised by his brother, the Emperor, until the age of thirteen, when he set out to defend the border and establish himself as a loyal and accomplished general. Cui Shi Yi, the well-read daughter of an esteemed family, has been betrothed to the Crown Prince since birth. However, political scheming and tragic events result in Cui Shi Yi falling mute, her former fiance becoming a c…

**Who created One and Only?**
One and Only was created by Unknown. It is a drama series from China, primarily in Mandarin.

**What should I watch after One and Only?**
Browse more drama series on Celluloid’s iQIYI hub, or open More Like This.

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