Got to Believe

For the 2002 movie film, see Got 2 Believe.

Got to Believe
The official poster for Got to Believe
Genre	Romance, Melodrama, Comedy
Created by	Mark Duane Angos (Headwriter) Jay Fernando (Headwriter)
Written by	Ceres Helga Barrios Marie Ann Dimaculangan-Fampulme
Directed by	Cathy Garcia-Molina Richard Arellano Ricky Rivero
Creative director	Henry King Quitain
Starring	Kathryn Bernardo Daniel Padilla Manilyn Reynes Ian Veneracion Benjie Paras Carmina Villaroel
Opening theme	Got To Believe In Magic by Juris Fernandez
Composer	David Pomeranz
Country of origin	Philippines
Original languages	Filipino, English
No. of seasons	2
No. of episodes	140 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producers	Malou N. Santos Des Tanwangco Mylene H. Ongkiko
Production locations	Philippines Singapore
Editors	Roman Rodriguez Rizaldy Mora Gerald Garcia
Running time	30-45 minutes Monday to Friday at 20:30 (PST)
Production company	Star Creatives
Original release
Network	ABS-CBN
Release	August 26, 2013 (2013-08-26) – March 7, 2014 (2014-03-07)
Related
Muling Buksan Ang Puso

Got to Believe is a Philippine romantic comedy television series aired on ABS-CBN and worldwide on TFC from August 26, 2013 to March 7, 2014. The finale episode, dubbed as the Best Ending Ever, ranked #1 by Kantar Media with 38.6% nationwide TV rating. It was the fifth television drama in the Philippines made by ABS-CBN that was filmed in high definition.

Season synopses

Season 1

Main article: Got to Believe (season 1)

As young Chichay (Bianca Bentulan) unexpectedly met young Joaquin (Kyle Banzon) in their family-owned amusement fair, she taught him to believe that magic exists. However, their friendship abruptly ended as Chichay's family moved to the province while Joaquin had an almost-fatal accident which prevented him from living a normal life. Ten years later, they have literally bumped into each other but never had any idea about their childhood past.

Despite of living a comfortable and wealthy life, teenage Joaquin (Daniel Padilla) feels he is different due to his brain injury. His overprotective mother, Juliana (Carmina Villaroel), unknowingly hired teenage Chichay (Kathryn Bernardo) as his nanny. The two main protagonists that had started off having an unpleasant relationship with each other eventually became friends. As they found comfort in each other's company, they learned various lessons in life such as the true meaning of friendship, of standing by your family, and of accepting one’s self. While their feelings blossomed into love, things also got complicated and had put them to the test as they encountered numerous conflicts like their parents' past, their economic gap and the cause of Joaquin's accident when he was still a kid.

Season 2

Main article: Got to Believe (season 2)

The second season begun with the episode aptly entitled "The New Chapter" which takes place two years after the events of season 1 with both lead characters already living a different life respectively. New challenges and additional conflicts occurred on most of the characters while the major plot from the previous season unravels to the storyline. Extensively used to promote the show was the tagline -- "The heart remembers what the mind forgets."

Alexandra Rodriguez (Liza Soberano) was a major addition to the cast in a pivotal role. It also marks that the series was filmed and used Singapore on some of its episodes having Chichay and Joaquin on several tourist spots in the country.

Cast and Characters

Main Cast

• Kathryn Bernardo as Cristina Carlotta "Chichay" Tampipi-Manansala
• Daniel Padilla as Joaquin "Wacky" Manansala / Ryan
• Manilyn Reynes as Elizabeth "Betchay" Tampipi
• Ian Veneracion as Jaime Manansala
• Benjie Paras as Chito Tampipi
• Carmina Villaroel as Juliana San Juan-Manansala

Supporting Cast

• Liza Soberano as Alexandra "Alex" Rodriguez
• Joonee Gamboa as Lolo Isko Tampipi

Recurring Cast

• Kristel Fulgar as Editha "Didith" Pantoja
• Alexander Diaz as Kristoffer "Kit" Rosales
• Chienna Filomeno as Amanda Lopez
• Trina "Hopia" Legaspi as Lindsay Bernal
• Angeli Gonzales as Miley Rodriguez
• Jon Lucas as Dominic Zaragosa
• Yves Flores as Pedro
• Ingrid dela Paz as Patricia Reyes
• Joy Viado as Prof. Henrietta Ilagan Velasco
• Niña Dolino as Prof. Aira Jean
• Rolly Inocencio as Dean Chuppongco
• Isabel Granada as Tessa Zaragosa
• Jojo A. as George Zaragosa
• Jess Mendoza as Anthony "Tinyong"

Guest Cast

• Kyle Banzon as young Joaquin
• Bianca Bentulan as young Chichay
• Bobby Andrews as Rodrigo San Juan
• Ya Chang as Nanny Agency Manager
• Lilia Cuntapay as Yaya Liling
• Ruffa Mi
• Marithez Samson as Doctor
• Olive Isidro
• Rommel Velasquez
• Emmanuelle Vera as Marga
• Ryan Boyce as Jerver
• Manuel Chua as Mr. Funye
• Ronnie Magsanoc as Coach Frank
• Jeron Teng as Allen Chua
• Atoy Co as Coach Atoy
• Tetchie Agbayani as Madam Lucille
• Paolo Serrano as Armand Pantay
• Marissa Sanchez as Dean Leonora Pura
• Minco Fabregas as Atty. Sarabia
• A.G. Saño as A.G.
• Kitkat as Betty
• Lloyd Samartino as Alex's father
• Lassy Marquez as himself
• Negi as himself

Production

Initially, Got To Believe was originally planned to be premiered back-to-back with Muling Buksan Ang Puso in July 8, 2013, replacing Apoy Sa Dagat and Missing You. But due to the request of Koreanovela fans, the series was later postponed because of That Winter, The Wind Blows. After the delayed airing, the series aired on August 26, 2013 replacing Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala.

Music

The theme song, "Got To Believe In Magic", was originally sung by American singer David Pomeranz as a soundtrack for the 1982 film Zapped!. It was later included in his compilation album, Born for You: His Best and More that was released in July 19, 1999. The album was recorded in the Philippines and co-produced by Pomeranz with Filipino composer Lorrie Ilustre. The song was a popular hit within the country during the time of the album's release. It was also covered by Filipino band Side A and was used as a theme song for the 2002 Filipino romance film Got 2 Believe.

Due to the song's previous usage in the film, director Cathy Garcia-Molina clarified that the television drama is completely different. The rendition featured within the show is sang by Filipina singer Juris.

Untitled

No.	Title	Artist	Length
1.	"Got to Believe in Magic (Acoustic)"	Juris	4:32
2.	"My Only Love"	Marion Aunor	3:47
3.	"Pagdating Ng Panahon"	Kathryn Bernardo	4:50
4.	"Kasama Kang Tumanda"	Daniel Padilla	2:45
5.	"Kahit Maputi Na Ang Buhok Ko"	Daniel Padilla	3:18
6.	"Got to Believe in Magic"	Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo	4:15
7.	"Ikaw Na Na Na Na (Disco Version)"	G2B	3:00
8.	"Ikaw Na Na Na Na (Acoustic Version)"	G2B	6:31

Additional tracks (minus one)

No.	Title	Artist	Length
1.	"Got to Believe in Magic (Acoustic Version) (instrumental)"	Juris	4:32
2.	"My Only Love (instrumental)"	Marion Aunor	3:47
3.	"Pagdating Ng Panahon (instrumental)"	Kathryn Bernardo	4:50
4.	"Kasama Kang Tumanda (instrumental)"	Daniel Padilla	2:45
5.	"Kahit Maputi Na Ang Buhok Ko (instrumental)"	Daniel Padilla	3:18
6.	"Got to Believe in Magic (instrumental)"	Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo	4:15
7.	"Ikaw Na Na Na Na (Disco Version) (instrumental)"	G2B	3:00
8.	"Ikaw Na Na Na Na (Acoustic Version) (instrumental)"	G2B	6:29

Reception

KANTAR MEDIA NATIONAL HOUSEHOLD TV RATINGS
(08:30PM PST)

PILOT EPISODE	FINALE EPISODE	PEAK	AVERAGE	SOURCE
34.0% (August 26, 2013)	38.6% (March 07, 2014)	TBA	TBA

Additional information

Due to the series' high popularity, it gained a fan base called G2B Army. The series also started releasing different Got to Believe merchandises like covers for tablets, hoodies, and shirts thru B.U.M. Equipment.

Sequel

It was announced that there will be a sequel to the series, It is expected to air around 2015. Vice Ganda and Jodi Sta. Maria will be added to the cast.

See also

• List of programs broadcast by ABS-CBN
• List of telenovelas of ABS-CBN