Codename: Asero (transl. codename: steel) is a 2008 Philippine television drama science fiction action series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Mark A. Reyes and Mike Tuviera, it stars Richard Gutierrez in the title role. It premiered on July 14, 2008 on the network's Telebabad line up. The series concluded on November 14, 2008 with a total of 90 episodes.
The series is streaming online on YouTube.[1]
Cast and characters
Cast
Richard Gutierrez
Heart Evangelista
Richard Gomez
Michael V.
- Lead cast
- Richard Gutierrez as Grecko Abesamis / Phoenix / Asero[2]
- Supporting cast
- Heart Evangelista as Emily San Juan[3]
- Richard Gomez as Ibsen Abesamis / Zeus
- Janno Gibbs as Geron Aguilar / Rock Star
- Michael V. as Bodjie X
- Paolo Contis as Dave Aviejo
- Carmina Villarroel as Lady Q
- Rhian Ramos as Claire Morales
- Ehra Madrigal as Dayze Tagimoro
- Caridad Sanchez as Bertita
- Ramon Christopher as Apollo
- Francine Prieto as Aureana
- Bobby Andrews as Jupiter
- Chynna Ortaleza as Fran Guevarra
- Marky Cielo as Troy Motimor / Beat Box
- Rainier Castillo as Ricky San Juan
- Elvis Gutierrez as Vladimir
- Joanne Quintas as Gelyn Abesamis
- Bubbles Paraiso as Minnie
- Chariz Solomon as Gigi
- Rocky Gutierrez as Felix / Mercury
- Shyr Valdez as Delia San Juan[4]
- Martin delos Santos as Tantam
- Ysa Villar as Perchy
- Jenny Miller as Greta
- Sheree as Malta
- Lovely Rivero as Myra
- Ana Roces as Ellen
- Sandy Talag as Sophie
- Pen Medina as Tagimoro
- Isay Alvarez as Minerva
- Mike Gayoso as Aris
- Jana Roxas as Mia
- Anthony Labrusca as Junic
- Mike Magat as Roboticman
- Guest cast
- Schai Sigrist as Pigtails
- Karen delos Reyes as Cleo
Production
Principal photography commenced on May 11, 2008.[5] Filming concluded in November 2008.[6]
Ratings
According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of Codename: Asero earned a 40.1% rating.[7] The final episode scored a 32.5% rating.[8]
Accolades
| Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 23rd PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Primetime Drama Series | Codename: Asero | Nominated | [9] |
References
- ^ "Codename: Asero (Stream Together) - YouTube". YouTube. Retrieved May 7, 2024.
- ^ "Codename: Asero hits primetime TV". The Philippine Star. July 13, 2008. Retrieved April 14, 2024.
- ^ "Heart from Codename: Asero to Luna Mystika". GMA Network. Archived from the original on October 27, 2008.
- ^ Llanes, Rommel R. (August 13, 2011). "Shyr Valdez returns to television after three-year hiatus; talks about her "bugbugan" scene with Bea Binene". PEP. Retrieved November 25, 2024.
- ^ Almo, Nerisa (May 12, 2008). "Heart Evangelista reveals third-party issue in her breakup with Jericho Rosales". PEP. Retrieved November 25, 2024.
- ^ Miralles, Nitz (November 4, 2008). "Iza Calzado gustong makapareha si Goma". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 25, 2024.
- ^ Santiago, Erwin (July 15, 2008). "TV Ratings (July 14): Codename: Asero and Iisa Pa Lamang open with a bang!". PEP. Retrieved September 2, 2024.
- ^ Santiago, Erwin (November 18, 2008). "TV Ratings (Nov. 14-17): Luna Mystika weaves magic on its pilot episode". PEP. Retrieved September 2, 2024.
- ^ Reyes, William R. (October 26, 2009). "23rd Star Awards for Television nominees bared". PEP. Retrieved May 2, 2020.
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