Legacy (Philippine TV series)
Legacy is a 2012 Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Jay Altarejos and Andoy Ranay, it stars Heart Evangelista and Lovi Poe. It premiered on January 16, 2012 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing Amaya. The series concluded on June 1, 2012 with a total of 98 episodes. It was replaced by Makapiling Kang Muli in its timeslot.
Legacy | |
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Genre | Drama |
Created by | Dode Cruz |
Developed by | Denoy Navarro-Punio |
Written by |
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Directed by | |
Creative directors |
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Starring | |
Opening theme | "Legacy theme" |
Ending theme | "I Know He's There Waiting for Me" by Jonalyn Viray, Aicelle Santos and Maricris Garcia |
Country of origin | Philippines |
Original language | Tagalog |
No. of episodes | 98 |
Production | |
Executive producer | Winnie Hollis-Reyes |
Production locations | |
Cinematography | Carlos S. Montaño Jr. |
Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
Running time | 30-45 minutes |
Production company | GMA Entertainment TV |
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Original network | GMA Network |
Original release | January 16 – June 1, 2012 |
Cast and characters
- Lead cast
- Heart Evangelista as Diana Calcetas[2]
- Lovi Poe as Natasha Alcantara[3]
- Supporting cast
- Geoff Eigenmann as Joshua "Josh" Castillo[4][5]
- Sid Lucero as Iñigo Salcedo
- Alessandra de Rossi as Bernadette Leviste
- Mike Tan as Arturo "Third" San Jose III
- Eddie Garcia as Romualdo Alcantara
- Liza Lorena as Sofia Altamirano
- Jackie Lou Blanco as Isabel Calcetas-Aragon
- Maritoni Fernandez as Anna Marie Leviste
- Cherie Gil as Eva Altamirano-Alcantara
- Mark Bautista as Eboy
- Solenn Heussaff as Chloe Martin
- Sam Pinto as Ciara Estuar
- Ryza Cenon as Juliet
- Chariz Solomon as Candy
- Guest cast
- Robert Seña as Cesar Alcantara
- Maria Isabel Lopez as Lala Salcedo
- Dennis Trillo as young Cesar Alcantara
- Chynna Ortaleza as young Eva Altamirano-Alcantara
- Bianca King as young Isabel Calcetas-Aragon
- Sue Prado as young Sofia Altamirano
- Isabel Nesreen Frial as young Diana Calcetas
- Bon Vibar as Arturo San Jose Sr.
- Richard Quan as Lucio Aragon
- Dominic Roco as young Lucio Aragon
- Lloyd Samartino as Rowell
- Benedict Campos as young Rowell
- Arthur Solinap as Quintin
- Bodie Cruz as Franco
- Bubbles Paraiso as Marie
- Carla Abellana as herself[6]
- Carlo Gonzales as Gary
- Daisy Reyes as Maridess
- Gian Magdangal as himself
- Jona as herself
- Aicelle Santos as herself
- Maricris Garcia as herself
- Shamaine Centenera-Buencamino as Lydia
- Tom Olivar as Rogelio
- Tim Yap as Justin
- Victor Aliwalas as Von
Reception
Ratings
According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of Legacy earned a 23.4% rating.[7] While the final episode scored a 28.4% rating.[8]
Critical response
The show gathered positive feedbacks from critics for its visual style and acting of its cast. Eddison Miranda of Rogue Magazine Philippines, stated "I love how the villains play an effective role but having to blend with a comedic outcome". Miranda also highlighted the performance of Maritoni Fernandez and Cherie Gil.[9]
Accolades
Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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2012 | University of Mindanao | Best Soap Opera of 2012 | Legacy | Won | |
2013 | 10th ENPRESS Golden Screen TV Awards | Outstanding Original Drama Series | Nominated | [10] | |
Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Drama Series | Alessandra de Rossi Lovi Poe |
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References
- "Legacy Full Episodes - YouTube". YouTube. Retrieved December 13, 2022.
- "Heart sacked from 'Sundo' but gets lead role in 'Legacy' | Tempo - News in a Flash". Tempo.
- Anarcon, James Patrick (September 16, 2021). "Lovi Poe thanks GMA-7 for believing in her: "Hindi po biro ang 15 years."". Retrieved September 16, 2021.
- "Heart signs another contract with GMA 7 | Showbiz". People's Journal. Archived from the original on October 21, 2011. Retrieved October 27, 2011.
- "Carla: No to leaving GMA | Tempo - News in a Flash". www.tempo.com.ph. Archived from the original on November 4, 2011. Retrieved January 14, 2022.
- Llanas, Rommel R. (September 30, 2017). "Why has Carla Abellana remained a loyal Kapuso?". Retrieved November 2, 2021.
- Santiago, Erwin (January 17, 2012). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila People & Household Ratings (Jan. 13-16): Amaya ends on top; Walang Hanggan and Legacy debut strongly". Retrieved March 2, 2018.
- Santiago, Erwin (June 5, 2012). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila Household Ratings (June 1–4): Eat Bulaga! and Walang Hanggan still on top of weekday ratings". Retrieved March 2, 2018.
- "PEP REVIEW: Legacy offers a strong visual style and effective acting from its star-studded cast". PEP.ph. January 24, 2012. Retrieved July 14, 2020.
- Calderon, Ricky (February 1, 2013). "2013 Golden Screen TV Awards nominees bared". PEP.ph. Retrieved August 24, 2020.