Bantatay | |
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Also known as | The Guardian |
Genre | |
Directed by | Don Michael Perez |
Starring | Raymart Santiago |
Theme music composer | 6 Cycle Mind |
Opening theme | "Biglaan" by Jay Perillo |
Country of origin | Philippines |
Original language | Tagalog |
No. of episodes | 115 |
Production | |
Executive producer | Joseph T. Aleta |
Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
Running time | 17–27 minutes |
Production company | GMA Entertainment TV |
Original release | |
Network | GMA Network |
Release | September 20, 2010 February 25, 2011 | –
Bantatay (International title: The Guardian) is a Philippine television drama comedy fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. The series was inspired by the 1995 film Fluke and 1999 sitcom 100 Deeds for Eddie McDowd. Directed by Don Michael Perez, it stars Raymart Santiago in the title role. It premiered on September 20, 2010 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing Langit sa Piling Mo. The series concluded on February 25, 2011 with a total of 115 episodes. It was replaced by Magic Palayok in its timeslot.
The series is streaming online on YouTube. [1]
According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila People/Individual television ratings, the pilot episode of Bantatay earned a 12.5% rating. [5] While the final episode scored an 8.8% rating. [6]
Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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2010 | Lingkod TV Awards | Most Entertaining Child Friendly Show | Bantatay | Won | [7] |