Best Filipino action series
A curated collection of popular action series from Philippines.
Pulang Araw (2024)
Pulang Araw (2024)
Red Sun is a family drama that tells stories of courage, sacrifice, and hardships that every Filipino family has. These stories were inspired by the tales of the unsung heroes who defied the odds of World War II and the Japanese occupation of the Philippines.
Guns and Roses (2011)
Guns and Roses (2011)
Guns and Roses is a Philippine action drama romance series that aired on ABS-CBN from June 6, 2011 to September 23, 2011 starring Robin Padilla, Bea Alonzo and Diether Ocampo.This is Robin Padilla's second action primetime series in the network, following the television series Basta't Kasama Kita, which concluded eight years ago. This is the first team up with Bea Alonzo as his leading lady and Diether Ocampo in a TV Production.
Recuerdo de Amor (2001)
Recuerdo de Amor (2001)
Recuerdo de Amor is a Philippine afternoon drama series which aired on ABS-CBN in 2001-2003. It starred Carmina Villaroel and Diether Ocampo in successful roles.The TV Series was delayed on May 14 to May 15,2001 and ended on its original end date Worldwide on TFC series also nominated Isabel Rivas for Best Actress in a Drama Series by the PMPC in 2002 alongside Seasoned Actress Pinky De Leon who was also part of the series was also known to use fast paced TV Filmography in its 45 Min Premiere of its Pilot Episode the series was also known for getting outstanding reviews throughout its run to Filipino Customers who had The Filipino Channel Internationally because of its memorable storyline and breathtaking Visual Effects similar to a U.S Soap Opera. The series was also Pinky De Leons last TV Series as she decided to retire from TV and Film Work. The Afternoon Series was also competing with Dramas such as Pangako Sa ’Yo and GMA-7s Rival Soap Kung Mawawala Ka.
Green Rose (2011)
Green Rose (2011)
Green Rose is a critically acclaimed Philippine television drama that aired on ABS-CBN. from February 14, 2011 to May 27, 2011 It is a remake of the Korean drama of the same title aired by SBS.
Oka Tokat (2012)
Oka Tokat (2012)
Oka2Kat is a Philippine paranormal, supernatural drama, horror fiction series which aired on ABS-CBN on February 4, 2012. It is a sequel on the 1997 original television series !Oka Tokat but this sequel doesn't focuses on the previous characters. A full trailer was launched during Budoy.
Palos (2008)
Palos (2008)
Palos is a Philippine primetime action and drama television series of ABS-CBN. The series debuted on January 28, 2008, as part of the network's Primetime Bida line-up.The series is loosely based on the classic Filipino comics and film character of the same name Palos, which means Eel in Tagalog. In the original comics, Palos was a professional thief who possessed acrobatic skills, and who was adept in the fighting arts.
Wildflower (2017)
Wildflower (2017)
Compassionate, smart and fearless heiress Ivy Aguas seeks justice for the death of her parents at the hands of a powerful political family.
Roadkillers (2023)
Roadkillers (2023)
An act of desperation turns into a race for survival. Stacey kills a patient to make room for her dying father. Now, she has to pay for the consequences of her crime.
The Blood Sisters (2018)
The Blood Sisters (2018)
This fictional story follows the lives of triplets, separated as infants, and the complex events that bring them together.[4] The main story line revolves around Erika Castillo, an exotic dancer in a club in Davao City. Her work as an entertainer helps provide for her son's medical bills, but her job exposes her to the seedy darkness and dangers of the business, and that is what happened one evening when she witnesses a waitress murder a syndicate member in the club's private dancing room. The killer, known only as Ana Cruz quickly disappears and the syndicate is eager to retrieve a ledger they think Erika took. They send assassins to silence her.
Jim Fernandez's Galema: Anak ni Zuma (2013)
Jim Fernandez's Galema: Anak ni Zuma (2013)
Jim Fernandez's Galema: Anak ni Zuma is an upcoming Philippine television drama based on the comic book Zuma created by Jim Fernandez. The series will be premiered by ABS-CBN on September 30, 2013 replacing Dugong Buhay, and worldwide on The Filipino Channel on October 1, 2013. It is topbilled by Andi Eigenmann.
Apoy Sa Dagat (2013)
Apoy Sa Dagat (2013)
Apoy Sa Dagat is a 2013 Philippine television drama that aired on ABS-CBN from February 11, 2013 to July 5, 2013. It is topbilled by Piolo Pascual, Diether Ocampo, and Angelica Panganiban in her first dual role.
Gagambino (2008)
Gagambino (2008)
Carlo J. Caparas' Gagambino is an adaptation of Carlo J. Caparas' celebrated graphic novel that used to air in on GMA Network, produced by its film-arm GMA Films. It premiered on October 20, 2008 starring Dennis Trillo leading a band of superheroes and his six-feet-tall spider. It is the third crime/horror show that aired on GMA Network.
La Vendetta (2007)
La Vendetta (2007)
La Vendetta is a Filipino drama-suspense-thriller series produced by GMA Network. The series premiered October 29, 2007 and concluded on January 18, 2008. The series is an experimental soap opera from as it is the first series in the Philippines to use the genre of suspense-thriller. It was aired with a one-week delay on GMA Pinoy TV worldwide. The series consist 60 episodes completing the first season. From July 1, 2011 until September 22, 2011 it was re-aired on GMA Life TV worldwide.
Ilumina (2010)
Ilumina (2010)
Ilumina is a fantasy-themed Philippine drama series about witchcraft, demonic possession,and sorcery directed by Mark A. Reyes and distributed by GMA Network. It premiered on August 2, 2010. The Show is Mentioned On Bubble Gang's Sketch, Cheche Bureche alongside Luna Mystika
Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita (2008)
Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita (2008)
Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita or Sweet Revenge is a Filipino drama television series created by Gilda Olvidado, developed by Don Michael Perez and produced by GMA Network. The series is a remake of a 1989 movie with the same title and stars Yasmien Kurdi, JC de Vera, Marvin Agustin, Angelika dela Cruz and Dina Bonnevie and directed by Joel Lamangan, it aired on GMA Network from March 24, 2008 until June 27, 2008. From March 31, 2008 until July 4, 2008, the series was aired internationally, with a one-week delay, on GMA Pinoy TV.
Voltes V: Legacy (2023)
Voltes V: Legacy (2023)
Voltes V: Legacy follows the story of three brothers, Steve, Big Bert, and Little Jon Armstrong, and their friends Jamie Robinson and Mark Gordon, as they fight the forces of humanoid aliens known as Boazanians who plans to invade the earth and launch their beast fighters all over the world.
Darna (2022)
Darna (2022)
When fragments of a green crystal scatter in the city and turn people into destructive monsters, Narda embraces her destiny as Darna—the mighty protector of the powerful stone from Planet Marte.
Zorro (2009)
Zorro (2009)
Zorro is a 2009 Philippine television series produced by GMA Network. It is an adaptation of the Zorro property created by Johnston McCulley, initially based on the novella The Curse of Capistrano. It stars Richard Gutierrez and Rhian Ramos. The series began airing on March 23, 2009.
Lastikman (2007)
Lastikman (2007)
Eskappar, a child of an Earthling woman and an extraterrestrial man, is adopted by a human after his arrival on Earth. His foster father's death pushes him to use his powers against evil forces. Amid this, he takes on a mission to find his mother.
Pintados (1999)
Pintados (1999)
Pintados is a Philippine television series produced by GMA Network and directed by Mark Reyes. This action-adventure series is about five ordinary teenagers chosen and trained to become superheroes that will save and protect the human from the rage of evil forces. This series is considered to be the very first and earliest fantasy series on Philippine television.
Fantastic Man (2007)
Fantastic Man (2007)
Fantastic Man is a television serialization of the box office film of the same name. The series originally starred by Vic Sotto stars Mark Herras as Fantastic Man with Ryza Cenon as her leading lady-turned sidekick Wena aka Fantastic Girl. The series refurbishes and reintroduces Fantastic Man as a crime-busting superhero. The series lasted for two seasons and had a special episode after the series ended.
Joaquin Bordado (2008)
Joaquin Bordado (2008)
Joaquin Bordado is a Philippine drama-action series produced by GMA Network. It is a television adaptation of a famous comics serial of Carlo J. Caparas. It features Robin Padilla in the title role, with Iza Calzado, Ian Veneracion and Eddie Garcia. The series premiered February 11, 2008 and concluded on July 11, 2008.
Darna (2009)
Darna (2009)
The story of Narda, an attractive young woman who grows up in an orphanage and lives a happy, quiet and simple life until she becomes the heiress of a stone that gives her super powers.
Lobo (2008)
Lobo (2008)
Lobo is Philippine supernatural–fantasy horror TV series produced by ABS-CBN that premiered January 28, 2008 and ran through July 2008. It was top billed by Piolo Pascual with Angel Locsin and was the most expensive teleserye made by ABS-CBN.
Imortal (2010)
Imortal (2010)
Imortal is a Philippine television drama produced by ABS-CBN. Starring John Lloyd Cruz and Angel Locsin. It's a sequel to the 2008 fantasy series, Lobo.
Encantadia (2005)
Encantadia (2005)
The story of the enchanted realm named "Encantadia" and the four kingdoms of Lireo, Sapiro, Adamya and Hathoria revolves around the four children of the Queen of Lireo, Mine-a, and the rivalry for the power of four gemstones.
Kidlat (2013)
Kidlat (2013)
Kidlat is a 2013 weekly Philippine television drama that broadcast on TV5. It stars Derek Ramsay.On December 17, 2012, TV5 unveils its Kidlat billboard on EDSA, but it caused heavy traffic at EDSA, due to Derek's appearance as Kidlat costume.On January 6, 2013, before Kidlat aired on primetime, TV5 previewed the series by airing its telemovie.
Encantadia (2016)
Encantadia (2016)
In the world of Encantadia, four Sang'gres guard the gems that hold the power to maintain peace and harmony in the land. Pirena is the keeper of the Gem of Fire, Amihan is the keeper of the Gem of Air, Alena is the keeper of the Gem of Water, and Danaya is the keeper of the Gem of Earth.The sisters' strong bond is broken when Pirena discovers that she is unlike them. Their mother, Ynang Reyna Minea, is afraid of her desire to become the ruler of Encantadia and it is this imagined betrayal that leads her to become susceptible to the manipulations of Hagorn, King of Hathoria. This sets into motion an epic journey for the Sang'gres to discover the importance of family, love, and forgiveness.
Captain Barbell (2011)
Captain Barbell (2011)
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, after playing him in the 2006 series. The show premiered on March 28, 2011. The show premiered on GMA Pinoy TV on March 30, 2011, two days after its original premiere. The show is set to end on July 29, 2011 to be replaced by Time of My Life.
Mulawin (2004)
Mulawin (2004)
A speculative fiction drama series about two races of winged humanoids. The Mulawin must fight the Ravena to protect the mortals from its wrath. It tells the story of Aguiluz portrayed by Richard Gutierrez and Alwina which was portrayed by Angel Locsin.