The Good Son (TV series)
| The Good Son | |
|---|---|
| File:The Good Son ABS-CBN TV series title card.jpg | |
| Genre | Family drama, Romance |
| Created by | Rondel P. Lindayag |
| Developed by | Roldeo T. Endrinal Erick C. Salud Julie Anne R. Benitez |
| Written by | Danica Mae S.Domingo David Franche Diuco Detrick Saberola Li Candelaria Hazel Madanguit |
| Directed by | Manny Q. Palo Andoy Ranay Jerome C. Pobocan Darnel Joy Villaflor |
| Creative director | Johnny delos Santos |
| Starring | Joshua Garcia Jerome Ponce Mccoy de Leon Nash Aguas Eula Valdez Mylene Dizon John Estrada |
| Opening theme | "I'll Be There For You" by Jake Zyrus |
| Composer | Martin Nievera |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original languages | Filipino, English |
| No. of episodes | 40 (list of episodes) |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Eleanor Martinez |
| Producer | Arnel T. Nacario |
| Cinematography | Gary Tria Romy Vitug |
| Editor | Marion Reyes |
| Running time | 30–45 minutes |
| Production company | Dreamscape Entertainment Television |
| Original release | |
| Network | ABS-CBN |
| Release | September 25, 2017 – present |
| Related | |
| And I Love You So Wildflower Tanging Yaman A Love to Last | |
The Good Son, formerly known as Kung Kailangan Mo Ako (Lit: If You Need Me),[1] is a Philippine family drama television series starring Joshua Garcia, Jerome Ponce, Mccoy de Leon and Nash Aguas. The series premiered on ABS-CBN's Primetime Bida evening block and worldwide on The Filipino Channel on September 25, 2017, replacing A Love to Last.[2]
The series was written by Danica Mae S.Domingo, David Francine Diuco, Detrick Saberola, and Li Candelaria. This group of writers was behind the success of a hit two-year teleserye afternoon series, Doble Kara which paved the way the continuance of drama series and a key of producing quality storylines, which was well-received by critics and viewers and consistent top-rating daytime drama series on its entire run.
Plot
The story is about two families are causing conflict because of the death of Victor Buenavidez. As the series went on, Joseph Buenavidez is also helping on Colmenares' investigations for his father's justice and also getting involved on both problem and affairs of the Buenavidez family which he soon uncovers everything when he was kidnapped for ransom along with Enzo to pay Matilda's large debt from her gambling addiction and the relationship between Olivia Buenavidez and Dado Castillo that will also lead to ruin of both Buenavidez and Castillo family.
Cast
Main
- Joshua Garcia as Joseph ‘Jopet’ R. Buenavidez
- Jerome Ponce as Lorenzo 'Enzo' G. Buenavidez
- McCoy de Leon as Oliver 'Obet' R. Moreno
- Nash Aguas as Calvin 'Cal' G. Buenavidez
- Loisa Andalio as Hazel Castillo
- Elisse Joson as Sabina De Guzman
- Alexa Ilacad as Justine Calles
Supporting
- Eula Valdez[3] as Olivia Gesmundo-Buenavidez
- Mylene Dizon as Raquel Reyes
- John Estrada as Anthony Buenavidez
- Liza Lorena as Doña Matilda Gesmundo
- Ronnie Lazaro as Matias Reyes
- Jeric Raval as Diosdado “Dado” Castillo
- Alex Medina as Arthur Moreno
- Kathleen Hermosa as Carmela "Emma" Castillo
- Jennie Gabriel as Britney
- Igi Boy Flores as Jordan
- Joj Agpangan as Cassie
- Fifth Solomon as Terry
- Art Acuña as Ernesto De Guzman
- Lovely Rivero as Miriam De Guzman
- Jojit Lorenzo as Bodjie
- Michael Rivero as SPO1 Leandro Colmenares
Guests
- Paul Salas as Dmitri "Trey" Gamboa
- Ethan Salvador as Trevor Ledesma
- Mark Rivera as Oliver
- Agassi Ching
- Isabel Castañeda
- Kyle Velino as Brent
- Uajo Maranang as Connor
- Joaquin Valdes
- Acey Aguilar as Blue Jaguar's Coach
- Justin James Quinlantang as young Calvin
Special participation
- Albert Martinez as Victor Buenavidez
Reception
| Pilot Episode | Finale Episode | Peak | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18.1% September 25, 2017[4] |
TBD |
21% November 7, 2017[5] |
TBD |
Production
Casting
Elmo Magalona and Janella Salvador were part of the original main cast, but were eventually dropped out because of major changes to the storyline and production.[6] They were replaced by Jerome Ponce and Loisa Andalio respectively.[7]
Jerome, Joshua and Loisa will be working again for the second-time since from the hit-afternoon of 2015 teleserye Nasaan Ka Nang Kailangan Kita 2 years ago.
This is the remarkable reunion of Nash Aguas, Eula Valdes, John Estrada, Liza Lorena and Albert Martinez since from the hit teleserye Maria Flordeluna (since 2007) 10 years ago
This is also the first reunion project of Jerome, McCoy and Elisse since from the hit-pre-afternoon 2012 drama Be Careful With My Heart and after the closure of Elisse and Jerome's relationship on Pinoy Big Brother: Lucky 7.
Timeslot
The series was originally supposed to replace The Better Half as a part of Kapamilya Gold afternoon block. But due to requests and favors of the viewers, the management decided to put it on a Primetime Bida evening block replacing A Love to Last. The Promise of Forever was placed on the afternoon slot instead.
See also
References
- ^ "Dreamscape announces cast of upcoming TV series 'Kung Kailangan Mo Ako'". ABS-CBN News. March 22, 2017.
- ^ The Good Son Teaser 2: Coming Soon on ABS-CBN!. YouTube. ABS-CBN. August 18, 2017. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
- ^ "Encantadia star Eula Valdes joins ABS-CBN show; will be part of Elisse Joson-McCoy De Leon teleserye". pep.ph. March 22, 2017.
- ^ "The Good Son TV ratings (September 25, 2017)". instagram.com/dreamscapeph. September 26, 2017. Retrieved September 26, 2017.
- ^ "NATIONAL TV RATINGS (November 7, 2017 – Tuesday)". ABSCBNPR. November 8, 2017. Retrieved November 9, 2017.
- ^ "Elmo, Janella no longer part of 'Kung Kailangan Mo Ako'". ABS-CBN News. July 3, 2017. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
- ^ James Patrick Anarcon (August 16, 2017). "Who replaced Elmo and Janella in Joshua, McCoy-Elisse teleserye?". PEP.ph. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
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