Maria Mercedes (Philippine TV series)

Maria Mercedes is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by ABS-CBN. The series is based on the 1992 Mexican drama series of the same title. Directed by Chito S. Roño, Rechie A. del Carmen, Ricky S. Rivero and Nuel C. Naval, it stars Jessy Mendiola, Jake Cuenca and Jason Abalos. It aired on the network's Primetime Bida line up and worldwide on TFC from October 7, 2013 to January 24, 2014, replacing Muling Buksan ang Puso and was replaced by The Legal Wife.[2][3]

Maria Mercedes
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Genre
Created byABS-CBN Studios
Gina Marissa Tagasa
Based onMaría Mercedes
by Inés Rodena
Developed byABS-CBN Studios
Ruel S. Bayani
Written by
  • Raymund Barcelon
  • Janice O'Hara
  • Bridgette Rebuca
  • Genesis Rodriguez
Directed by
Creative directorJohnny delos Santos
Starring
Theme music composer
  • Viviana Pímstein
  • Paco Navarette
  • Jonathan Manalo
Opening theme"Maria Mercedes" by Jessy Mendiola[1]
Country of originPhilippines
Original languageFilipino
No. of episodes80
Production
Executive producers
Producers
  • Rachel Aguilos
  • Desirey Fernandez-Juan
Cinematography
  • Eric dela Cruz
  • Jafet Tutanes
Running time30-45 minutes
Production companies
Original release
NetworkABS-CBN
ReleaseOctober 7, 2013 (2013-10-07) –
January 24, 2014 (2014-01-24)

Cast and characters

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Main cast

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Supporting cast

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  • Vina Morales as Magnolia Alegre
  • Ariel Rivera as Santiago del Olmo
  • Nikki Gil as Misty Delaver
  • Vivian Velez as Malvina Sancuevas
  • Nadia Montenegro as Filomena Mondejar
  • Atoy Co as Oscar Mondejar
  • Marx Topacio as Guillermo Alegre
  • Devon Seron as Rosario Alegre
  • Isabella de Leon as Digna Sancuevas
  • Yogo Singh as Andres Alegre
  • Alex Castro as Anthony Figueras
  • Twinkle Dy as Twinkle
  • Tess Antonio as Sylvia "Ibyang"
  • Sharmaine Suarez as Daisy Torrecampo
  • Via Veloso as Susan Mendez
  • Simon Ibarra as Cordelio Capili
  • Jerry O'Harra as Dr. Carlos Buenafe

Extended cast

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  • Shey Bustamante as Emery
  • Peter Serrano as Enrique
  • Phoemela Baranda as Yvette
  • Carlo Romero as Jacob
  • Crispin Pineda as Mang Ben
  • Jovic Monsod as Basti
  • Erika Padilla as Lou
  • Vangie Martelle as Shane
  • Benjamin De Guzman as Edwin
  • Archie Alemania as Rex
  • Zeppi Borromeo as Mac
  • Jose Sarasola as Gio
  • Jaycee Parker as Frances
  • Mike Lloren as Roi

Guest cast

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  • Lollie Mara as Doña Carmen
  • Diana Hughes as Vanessa
  • Pontri as Alvaro - husband of Malvina
  • Beauty Gonzalez as Edna
  • Paul Jake Castillo as Adam
  • Ynna Asistio as Eula

Special participation

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Soundtrack

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Reception

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KANTAR MEDIA NATIONAL TV RATINGS
(09:15PM PST)
PILOT EPISODE FINALE EPISODE PEAK AVERAGE SOURCE
23.8% 22.8% TBA TBA [4]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Maria Mercedes Music Video". YouTube. September 19, 2013. Retrieved December 14, 2013.
  2. ^ "'Maria Mercedes' remake to air on ABS-CBN". ABS CBN News. June 6, 2013. Retrieved June 25, 2013.
  3. ^ "Jessy Mendiola is Maria Mercedes". Philippine Entertainment Portal. April 14, 2013. Archived from the original on March 5, 2016. Retrieved June 25, 2013.
  4. ^ NATIONAL TV RATINGS (Urban + Rural): October 7, 2013 – Monday
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