Legacy (Philippine TV series)

Legacy
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Title card
GenreDrama
Created byDode Cruz
Developed byDenoy Navarro-Punio
Written by
  • Des Garbes-Severino
  • Marlon Miguel
  • Onay Sales
Directed by
Creative directors
Starring
Opening theme"Legacy theme"
Ending theme"I Know He's There Waiting for Me" by Jonalyn Viray, Aicelle Santos and Maricris Garcia
Country of originPhilippines
Original languageTagalog
No. of episodes98
Production
Executive producerWinnie Hollis-Reyes
Production locations
CinematographyCarlos S. Montaño Jr.
Camera setupMultiple-camera setup
Running time21–34 minutes
Production companyGMA Entertainment TV
Original release
NetworkGMA Network
ReleaseJanuary 16 (2012-01-16) –
June 1, 2012 (2012-06-01)

Legacy is a 2012 Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Jay Altarejos and Andoy Ranay, it stars Heart Evangelista and Lovi Poe. It premiered on January 16, 2012 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing Amaya. The series concluded on June 1, 2012 with a total of 98 episodes. It was replaced by Makapiling Kang Muli in the timeslot.

The series is streaming online on YouTube.[1]

Cast and characters

Cast
An image of Heart Evangelista.
Heart Evangelista
An image of Lovi Poe.
Lovi Poe
An image of Alessandra De Rossi.
Alessandra De Rossi
An image of Cherie Gil.
Cherie Gil
An image of Ryza Cenon.
Ryza Cenon
An image of Eddie Garcia.
Eddie Garcia
Lead cast
Supporting cast
Guest cast

Production

Principal photography commenced on November 26, 2011.[10]

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of Legacy earned a 23.4% rating.[11] The final episode scored a 28.4% rating.[12]

Critical response

Legacy gathered positive feedback from critics for its visual style and acting. Eddison Miranda of Rogue Magazine Philippines, wrote: "I love how the villains play an effective role but having to blend with a comedic outcome." He highlighted Fernandez and Gil's performances.[13]

Accolades

Accolades received by Legacy
Year Awards Category Recipient Result Ref.
2012 Parangal ng Media Best Soap Opera Legacy Won [14]
2013 10th ENPRESS Golden Screen TV Awards Outstanding Original Drama Series Nominated [15]
Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Drama Series Alessandra De Rossi
Lovi Poe 		Nominated

References

  1. ^ "Legacy (Stream Together) - YouTube". YouTube. Retrieved August 27, 2024.
  2. ^ "Heart sacked from Sundo but gets lead role in Legacy". Tempo.
  3. ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (September 16, 2021). "Lovi Poe thanks GMA-7 for believing in her: "Hindi po biro ang 15 years."". PEP. Retrieved September 16, 2021.
  4. ^ "Heart signs another contract with GMA 7". People's Journal. Archived from the original on October 21, 2011. Retrieved October 27, 2011.
  5. ^ "Carla: No to leaving GMA". Tempo. Archived from the original on November 4, 2011. Retrieved January 14, 2022.
  6. ^ "Alessandra de Rossi: No more antagonistic roles!". Yahoo!. June 17, 2016. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
  7. ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (June 21, 2019). "Eddie Garcia: Award-winning movies & TV shows over 7 decades". PEP. Retrieved April 11, 2024.
  8. ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (January 2, 2019). "Jackie Lou Blanco: "I really cannot imagine myself being with another network."". PEP. Retrieved April 9, 2024.
  9. ^ Llanas, Rommel R. (September 30, 2017). "Why has Carla Abellana remained a loyal Kapuso?". PEP. Retrieved November 2, 2021.
  10. ^ Miralles, Nitz (November 25, 2011). "Ryan naging naughty nang magka-asawa!". The Philippine Star. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
  11. ^ Santiago, Erwin (January 17, 2012). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila People & Household Ratings (Jan. 13-16): Amaya ends on top; Walang Hanggan and Legacy debut strongly". PEP. Retrieved March 2, 2018.
  12. ^ Santiago, Erwin (June 5, 2012). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila Household Ratings (June 1–4): Eat Bulaga! and Walang Hanggan still on top of weekday ratings". PEP. Retrieved March 2, 2018.
  13. ^ "PEP Review: Legacy offers a strong visual style and effective acting from its star-studded cast". PEP. January 24, 2012. Retrieved July 14, 2020.
  14. ^ "Legacy kinilalang Best Soap Opera sa Mindanao!". The Philippine Star. March 10, 2012. Retrieved May 24, 2024.
  15. ^ Calderon, Ricky (February 1, 2013). "2013 Golden Screen TV Awards nominees bared". PEP. Retrieved August 24, 2020.