Starla
Starla is a 2019 Philippine drama television series starring Joel Torre, Jana Agoncillo, Enzo Pelojero, Judy Ann Santos, Meryll Soriano, Joem Bascon, and Raymart Santiago. The series aired on ABS-CBN's Primetime Bida evening block and worldwide via The Filipino Channel from October 7, 2019 to January 10, 2020, replacing The General's Daughter and was replaced by Make It with You.
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Music by | Cesar Francis S. Concio |
Opening theme | "Ako ang Iyong Bituin" by TNT Boys |
Country of origin | Philippines |
Original language | Filipino |
No. of seasons | 1 |
No. of episodes | 70 (list of episodes) |
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Producers | Marissa V. Kalaw Julie Anne R. Benitez |
Running time | 27–39 minutes |
Production company | Dreamscape Entertainment |
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Original network | ABS-CBN |
Original release | October 7, 2019 – January 10, 2020 |
Premise
Starla is a story about renewed hope, the warmth of home, love for the family, wishes that come true, and impeccable forgiveness.[1] It revolves around Buboy, a boy who discovers a wayward wishing star named Starla and uses her to save his town.
Cast and characters
Main cast
- Judy Ann Santos as Atty. Teresa "Tere" Dichavez-Manalo
- Joel Torre as Gregorio "Mang Greggy" Dichavez
- Jana Agoncillo as Starla / Stella
- Enzo Pelojero as Buboy Dichavez[2]
- Meryll Soriano as Ester Rivera[3]
- Joem Bascon as Atty. Dexter Soliman
- Raymart Santiago as Dr. Philip Manalo[4]
Supporting cast
- Grae Fernandez as George Cultura[3]
- Chantal Videla as Lena Batumbakal[3]
- Bodjie Pascua as Kulas Trinidad[3]
- Simon Ibarra as Kapitan Domingo "Domeng" Jacinto[3]
- Jerry O'Hara as Apol Magtulis[3]
- Joel Saracho as Ambo Soberano[3]
- Kathleen Hermosa as Frida Matias
- Janus del Prado as Boyong dela Cruz[3]
- Jordan Herrera as Pedro Jaena[3]
- Anna Luna as Lolita Batumbakal[3]
- Dolly de Leon as Carmelita
- Marilen Cruz as Trining Manalo[3]
- Matt Daclan as Javi Diaz
- Poppert Bernadas as Kanor Sanchez[3]
- Jimmy Marquez as Sylvester Gil[3]
- Alex Baena as Tonton Rivera
- Roanne Maligat as Jepoy Kho
- Myel de Leon as Nova[5]
- Raikko Mateo as Astro[5]
- Chunsa Jeung as Celestia[5]
Guest cast
- Tirso Cruz III as Atty. Robert Salazar
- Charo Santos-Concio as Lola Tala[5]
- Heaven Peralejo as teen Teresa
- Yesha Camile as young Teresa
- Brace Arquiza as teen Philip
- Ana Abad Santos as Lita Villarreal-Dichaves
Broadcast
Starla premiered on ABS-CBN on October 7, 2019.[6]
Reruns
Reruns of Starla was aired over at Jeepney TV.
On June 4, 2020, it was announced that the show will also have a rerun on the Kapamilya Channel beginning June 15, 2020 until November 29, 2020 and was replaced by Pinoy Big Brother: Connect.[7]
Promotion
This show has been developed by Mga Anghel na Walang Langit, Princess Sarah, May Bukas Pa, Mutya, 100 Days to Heaven, Ikaw ay Pag-Ibig, Honesto, Nathaniel, and My Dear Heart due to genre of inspirational, and values and child-oriented drama series where Dreamscape Entertainment released these type of series from 2005 to 2021. It was succeeded by Huwag Kang Mangamba in 2021.
Reception
Ratings
Pilot Episode | Finale Episode | Peak | Average |
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29.2% October 7, 2019[8] |
29.3% January 10, 2020[9] |
30.9% November 18, 2019[10] |
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Accolades
Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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2019 | Platinum Stallion Media Awards | Best Values Oriented Program | Starla | Won | [11] |
References
- "About Starla".
- Mañago, Lito (December 1, 2018). "Enzo, bibida sa Starla ni Juday". Journal Online. Retrieved September 15, 2019.
- Starla: Baryo Maulap. ABS-CBN Entertainment. September 27, 2019. Retrieved September 28, 2019.
- Anarcon, James Patrick (July 18, 2018). "Raymart Santiago transfers to ABS-CBN after 19 years with GMA; set to work with Judy Ann Santos". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved September 25, 2019.
- Starla: The Star Academy. ABS-CBN Entertainment. September 27, 2019. Retrieved September 28, 2019.
- "WATCH: Trailer of Starla, Judy Ann's teleserye comeback". ABS-CBN News. September 18, 2019. Retrieved September 25, 2019.
- "Guide: Everything airing on Kapamilya Channel starting June 13". ABS-CBN News. ABS-CBN Corporation. June 12, 2020. Retrieved June 29, 2020.
- "National TV Ratings (October 4–7, 2019)". ABS-CBN Corporate. October 8, 2019. Retrieved October 8, 2019.
- "National TV Ratings (January 10-13, 2020)". ABS-CBN Corporate. January 14, 2020. Retrieved January 14, 2020.
- "National TV Ratings (November 18, 2019 - Monday)". ABS-CBN Corporate. November 19, 2019. Retrieved January 16, 2020.
- "Trinitians hail ABS-CBN as Best TV Station at 2019 Platinum Stallion Media Awards". ABS-CBN Corporate. November 22, 2019. Retrieved December 2, 2019.