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(Redirected from Captain Barbell (TV Series)) 2006 Philippine television drama series

Captain Barbell
Images of Richard Gutierrez and Rhian Ramos. The series title is displayed on the lower part of the image.Title card
Genre
Based onCaptain Barbell
by Mars Ravelo
Developed byDon Michael Perez
Directed byDon Michael Perez
StarringRichard Gutierrez
Opening theme
  • "Nandito Lang Ako" by Shamrock
  • "Sana" by Shamrock
Country of originPhilippines
Original languageTagalog
No. of episodes165
Production
Executive producerHelen Rose Sese
Camera setupMultiple-camera setup
Running time45 minutes
Production companyGMA Entertainment TV
Original release
NetworkGMA Network
ReleaseMay 29, 2006 (2006-05-29) –
January 12, 2007 (2007-01-12)
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Captain Barbell is a Philippine television drama action fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on a Philippine fictional character of the same name created by Mars Ravelo. Directed by Don Michael Perez, it stars Richard Gutierrez in the title role. It premiered on May 29, 2006 on the network's Telebabad line-up. The series concluded on January 12, 2007 with a total of 165 episodes. It was replaced by Asian Treasures in its timeslot.

A sequel aired in 2011.

Cast and characters

CastAn image of Richard Gutierrez.Richard GutierrezAn image of Richard Gomez.Richard GomezAn image of Paolo Bediones.Paolo BedionesAn image of JC de Vera.JC de VeraAn image of Angel Aquino.Angel Aquino
Lead cast
Supporting cast
Guest cast

Production

Principal photography comenced in April 2006.

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of Captain Barbell earned a 37.5% rating. While the final episode scored a 35.4% rating. The series had an average rating of 30.4%, while 43.7% was the highest rating it earned.

Accolades

Accolades received by Captain Barbell
Year Awards Category Recipient Result Ref.
2007 21st PMPC Star Awards for Television Best New Female TV Personality Rhian Ramos Nominated
Best New Male TV Personality Ryan Yllana Nominated

References

  1. "Captain Barbell's much-awaited comeback". The Philippine Star. March 28, 2011. Retrieved May 7, 2024.
  2. Lo, Ricky (May 28, 2006). "Coffee, Tea or Richard G.?". The Philippine Star. Retrieved January 7, 2024.
  3. "Star-studded Captain Barbell to soar high on GMA 7". The Philippine Star. May 25, 2006. Retrieved April 18, 2024.
  4. Anarcon, James Patrick (January 2, 2019). "Jackie Lou Blanco: "I really cannot imagine myself being with another network."". PEP. Retrieved April 9, 2024.
  5. Anarcon, James Patrick (January 11, 2022). "Click Batch 2: Where are they now?". PEP. Retrieved December 27, 2023.
  6. Amoyo, Aster (April 3, 2006). "Captain Barbell, kailangan ng leading lady". The Philippine Star. Retrieved April 18, 2024.
  7. "Top 20 Programs of January 2007: (Mega Manila)". TV Craze. January 27, 2007.
  8. "Top 20 Programs for 2006". TV Craze. January 14, 2007.
  9. "PMPC bares nominees in the 21st Star Awards for Television". PEP. October 21, 2007. Retrieved May 4, 2020.

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