E-Boy (TV series)

Overview

Main article: List of E-Boy episodes

See the world through the eyes of a child and embark on a new adventure as ABS-CBN presents its newest Primetime Bida series, "E-Boy", starring MMFF 2011 best child performer Bugoy Cariño as the title role.

Follow the heartwarming story of "E-Boy", a child robot who was given human characteristics that led him to a journey where he will learn what being human is all about. Through his real-life experiences, he will realize that being human isn't just about having flesh and blood, but more importantly, it is about being part of a family, building friendships, and loving unconditionally.

Joining Carino in "E-Boy" are seasoned actors Ariel Rivera, Jomari Yllana, Agot Isidro, Valerie Concepcion, Jaime Fabregas, Chinggoy Alonzo, and Pen Medina. It will also star Andrea Brillantes, Arjo Atayde, Carme Sanchez, Akiko Solon, Bryan Santos, and child stars Maliksi Morales and introducing Deydey Amansec.

Cast and characters

Main cast

Supporting cast

Extended cast

• Valerie Concepcion as Karla Mariano
• Crispin Pineda as Rutherford Dela Cruz
• Tommy Abuel as Merlito Vergara
• Gerald Pesigan as Megabot
• Izzy Canillo as Vans
• Barbie Sabino as Mae-mae
• Phytos Kyriacou as Pugo
• Paolo Serrano as Rocky

Special participation

• Slater Young as Adult Miyo
• Jessy Mendiola as Adult Princess
• Martin del Rosario as teen Gabriel
• Empress Schuck as teen Ria
• Joseph Marco as teen Miguel
• Dominic Ochoa as young Alfredo
• Jairus Aquino as young Gabriel
• Cajo Gomez as young Miguel
• Gerald Madrid as young Rutherford
• Justin Gonzales as Anthony
• Yen Santos as young Karla
• Boom Labrusca as young Tatang
• Neri Naig as Linda Velasquez
• Cherry Lou as Claire Villareal
• Phebe Khae Arbortante as Lorraine
• Aaron Junatas as Ramboy
• Owie Boy Gapuz as Kevin
• Brenna Garcia-Peñaflor as Dianne

Reception

Ratings

According to Kantar Media/TNS ratings, E-boy registered a 28.1% ratings share nationwide beating GMA's Munting Heredera, which only got 18.8%. The pilot episode premiered victoriously reigning on first place nationwide. The series is currently the most-watched children's television series whilst also battling with two fellow ABS-CBN dramas for primetime supremacy. It is the sixth most-watched television series overall in the month of January, despite only its few days of airing.

References

References

1. "E-Boy, Abangan!".
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7. "E-Boy Full Episodes". ABS-CBN Entertainment.
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10. [http://www.pep.ph/news/32667/-Star-Powerrunner-up-Akiko-Solon-debuts-as-an-actress-inE-Boy- Star Power runner-up Akiko Solon debuts as an actress in E-Boy] retrieved via www.pep.ph 01-20-2012
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12. "Dennis Trillo defends himself against critics".
13. "John Prats seriously courting Shaina Magdayao".
14. "E-boy sixth most watched series overall. Currently most-watched children's series".