Bantatay (International title: The Guardian) is a Philippine television drama comedy fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. The series was inspired by the 1995 film Fluke and 1999 sitcom 100 Deeds for Eddie McDowd. Directed by Don Michael Perez, it stars Raymart Santiago in the title role. It premiered on September 20, 2010 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing Langit sa Piling Mo. The series concluded on February 25, 2011 with a total of 115 episodes. It was replaced by Magic Palayok in its timeslot.
| Bantatay | |
|---|---|
 Title card | |
| Also known as | The Guardian |
| Genre | |
| Directed by | Don Michael Perez |
| Starring | Raymart Santiago |
| Theme music composer | 6 Cycle Mind |
| Opening theme | "Biglaan" by Jay Perillo |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language | Tagalog |
| No. of episodes | 115 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Joseph T. Aleta |
| Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
| Running time | 17–27 minutes |
| Production company | GMA Entertainment TV |
| Original release | |
| Network | GMA Network |
| Release | September 20, 2010 – February 25, 2011 |
Cast and characters edit
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- Lead cast
- Raymart Santiago as Bernard Razon[2]
- Supporting cast
- Gelli de Belen as Marcella Razon[3]
- Camille Prats as Daisy Razon[4]
- Krystal Reyes as Emily Razon
- Renz Valerio as Junix Razon
- Sweet Ramos as Farrah Razon
- Jennica Garcia as Joanna
- Carl Guevarra as Norbert
- Charlie Einstein of Rabanal as Bantatay
- Gary Estrada as Simon Gonzales
- Elmo Magalona as Arthur "Artie" Enriquez
- Marissa Delgado as Clarita Enriquez
- Prince Stefan as Calvin Gonzales
- Eva Darren as Vangie Razon
- Kier Legaspi as Baldo
- Al Tantay as Rigor
- Sabrina Man as Princess
- Isabel Frial as Len Len
- Guest cast
- Claudine Barreto as Shiela
- Sandy Andolong as Alma
- Nadine Samonte as Angel
- Christopher de Leon as Bart
- James Blanco as Dexter
- Benjie Paras as Jace
- Bernadette Allyson as Mrs. Gomez
- Lander Vera Perez as Mr. Gomez
- Joko Diaz as Kanor
- Rico Barrera as Ato
- Janna Dominguez as Cat 1
- Cara Eriguel as Cat 2
- Mel Kimura as Maria
- Rita Avila as Clarita
- Sylvia Sanchez as Corazon
- Carla Abellana as Krissa
- Jan Marini as Charlene
- Voice cast
Ratings edit
According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila People/Individual television ratings, the pilot episode of Bantatay earned a 12.5% rating.[5] While the final episode scored an 8.8% rating.[6]
Accolades edit
| Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Lingkod TV Awards | Most Entertaining Child Friendly Show | Bantatay | Won | [7] |
References edit
- ^ "Bantatay (Full Episode) | Super Stream - YouTube". YouTube. Retrieved May 7, 2024.
- ^ Calderon, Ricky L. (September 24, 2010). "Raymart Santiago shows off dramatic chops in Bantatay". The Philippine Star. Retrieved April 17, 2024.
- ^ "Bantatay airs today". SunStar. September 20, 2010. Retrieved April 17, 2024.
- ^ Mendoza, Ruel J. (October 26, 2010). "Camille Prats learns to love her villain character in Bantatay". PEP. Retrieved April 17, 2024.
- ^ Santiago, Erwin (September 22, 2010). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila People Ratings (Sept. 17-20): Bantatay skips past Kokey@Ako". PEP. Retrieved March 6, 2018.
- ^ Santiago, Erwin (March 1, 2011). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila People Ratings (Feb. 25-28): The Baker King threatens to dethrone Mara Clara as primetime leader". PEP. Retrieved March 5, 2018.
- ^ "Bantatay is Lingkod TV's Most Entertaining Child Friendly Show". GMA Network. January 12, 2011. Retrieved April 17, 2024.
External links edit
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