Captain Barbell (2011 TV series)
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Created by | Mars Ravelo |
Developed by | Jake Tordesillas |
Directed by | Dominic Zapata[1] |
Starring | Richard Gutierrez Jillian Ward Christopher De Leon Isabel Oli Sam Pinto Lovi Poe Solenn Heussaff Frencheska Farr Michelle Madrigal Bianca King Christopher De Leon |
Opening theme | "Sandata" sung by Shamrock |
Ending theme | "Isama Mo Ako" sung by Frencheska Farr |
Composer | Sam Santos / Vehnee Saturno |
Country of origin | Philippines |
Original languages | Filipino, Tagalog, English |
Production | |
Executive producer | Wilma Galvante |
Production location | Philippines |
Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
Running time | 25-35 minutes |
Original release | |
Network | GMA Network |
Release | March 28 – July 22, 2011 (Total of 78 Episodes) |
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Captain Barbell is a 2011 superhero Philippine drama adapted from Mars Ravelo's fictional superhero of the same name; directed by Dominic Zapata and developed by Jake Tordesillas. It is the second series based on the graphic novels by Mars Ravelo. It stars Richard Gutierrez, who reprises the role of the title role and its alter-ego Enteng,[2] after playing him in the 2006 series,it also stars James Pacio who represents the role of another dark superhero who is said to have originated from nothingness. The show premiered on March 28, 2011. The show premiered on GMA Pinoy TV on March 30, 2011, two days after its original premiere.[3] The show is expected to end on July 22, 2011 with Iglot starring Claudine Barretto replacing it time slot. [4]
Plot
The story revolves around Captain Barbell, and his alter-ego, Teng Magtanggol. Together with the 'Liga ng Kalayaan', they are tasked to save and defend the people from the supervillains and be the ultimate protector of peace.
Cast and characters
- Main cast
- Richard Gutierrez as Potenciano "Teng" Magtanggol / Captain Barbell
- Jillian Ward as Leah "Lelay" Concepcion/Super Lelay
- Lovi Poe as Teacher Althea
- Isabel Oli as Nurse Melanie
- Solenn Heussaff as Reporter Janna Esquivel[5]
- Michelle Madrigal as Anita/Cyclone/Acid Girl
- TJ Trinidad as Gregor Javier/Metal Man
- Extended cast
- Christopher De Leon as Nero / Eroniel Gabriel
- Sam Pinto as Sammy/ShapeShifter[6]
- Frencheska Farr as Celina Fernandez/Sonica
- Bianca King as Lary Gempez
- Mike Tan as Esteban "Teban" Balangge/Anino
- Eddie Gutierrez as Gen. Armando Chavez
- Jake Vargas as Alden/Spin
- Bea Binene as Misha Balangge/Blade
- Akihiro Sato as Bruno/Hulkman
- Andre Cortes as Fat Guy
- Paolo Paraiso as Rodel/Buhangin
- Ervic Vijandre as Ricky Alejandre/Kidlat
- Ellen Adarna as Katrina "Kat" Lazatin/Fuega
- Jon Hall as Rob/Hydroman
- Stef Prescott as Eva
- Elvis Gutierrez as Gaston/Black Angel
- Ces Quesada as Tiya Lita (in the previous season, Quesada played as Leah Lazaro's aunt)
- Ryan Yllana as Bobby Santos
- Jaya as Dolores Fernandez
- Marky Lopez as Hekki
- Lloyd Sammartino as Manuel Javier, Gregor's Dad
- Sharmaine Centenera as Evie, Althea's Aunt
- Christine Joy De Guzman as Angelina, Bobby's daughter
- Saab Magalona as Kristel
- Nina Ricci Alagao as Corrinne Lumibao
- Joko Diaz as Bong, Kristel's Dad
- Fayatollah as Wifey, Bobby's Wife.
- Guest cast
- Rhian Ramos as Leah Lazaro-Magtanggol[7][8]
- Jennylyn Mercado as Rose
- Jef Gaitan as Daisy
- Tin Arnaldo as Ofelia Concepcion, Lelay's Mom
- Dino Guevarra as Fernando, in the previous season, Guevarra portrayed Narciso/Bubog, Captain Barbell's first enemy.
- Liga ng Kalayaan (Freedom Team)
- Teng/Captain Barbell
- Misha/Blade
- Alden/Spin
- Celina/Sonica
- Anita/Cyclone
- Kat/Fuega
- Lieutenant Lary
- Gen. Armando Chavez
- Teban/Anino
- Sammy
- Lelay/Super Lelay
- Pwersa ng Kadiliman (Forces of Evil)
- Nero
- Eva
- Gregor/Metal Man
- Gaston/Black Angel
- Bruno/Hulkman
- Rodel/Buhangin
- Ricky/Kidlat
Soundtrack
The following two songs are the main songs in the series:
- Sandata- Captain Barbell's new official theme, performed also by Shamrock.
- Salsalin Mo Ako- Captain Barbell's new love theme, performed by Frencheska Farr
References
- ^ http://www.pep.ph/news/27673/Final-cast-of--Captain-Barbell--revealed
- ^ GMA Telebabad powerhouse in 2010
- ^ http://www.gmapinoytv.com.ph/ver1/article.php?aid=388
- ^ http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=696964&publicationSubCategoryId=96
- ^ Chika Minute reveals Solenn Heussaff's role in Captain Barbell
- ^ http://www.pep.ph/news/28728/richard-gutierrez-says-captain-barbell-is-more-mature-now-promises-a-more-dramatic-and-refined-story/1/1
- ^ http://www.igma.tv/story/7093/Rhian-Ramos-nagkuwento-tungkol-sa-Captain-Barbell
- ^ http://www.pep.ph/news/28728/richard-gutierrez-says-captain-barbell-is-more-mature-now-promises-a-more-dramatic-and-refined-story