Captain Barbell | |
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Genre | |
Based on | Captain Barbell by Mars Ravelo |
Developed by | Don Michael Perez |
Starring | Richard Gutierrez |
Opening theme |
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Country of origin | Philippines |
Original language(s) | Tagalog |
No. of episodes | 165 (list of episodes) |
Production | |
Executive producer(s) | Helen Rose Sese |
Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
Running time | 45 minutes |
Production company(s) | GMA Entertainment TV |
Release | |
Original network | GMA Network |
Picture format | 480i (SDTV) |
Original release | May 29, 2006 – January 12, 2007 |
Chronology | |
Followed by | Captain Barbell (2011) |
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 to the series Captain Barbell aired in 2011.
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. [1] [2]
Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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2007 | 21st PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best New Female TV Personality | Rhian Ramos | Nominated | [3] |
Best New Male TV Personality | Ryan Yllana | Nominated |
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