Maria Izadora Ussher Calzado is a Filipino actress and television presenter. Known for her roles in blockbusters and independent films, particularly drama, psychological thriller and horror, she has received a selection of accolades, including an Osaka Asian Film Festival Award, an Asian Television Award, a Gawad Urian, a Luna Award and three Metro Manila Film Festival Awards, in addition to nominations for five FAMAS Awards.
Asian Treasures is a 2007 Philippine television drama action adventure series broadcast by GMA Network. The series marked as the first Philippine television drama series to be filmed in Mongolia, Thailand and China, and is one of the most expensive television series in the Philippine television costing more than 140 million Philippine pesos. Directed by Eric Quizon, it stars Robin Padilla and Angel Locsin. It premiered on January 15, 2007 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing Captain Barbell. The series concluded on June 29, 2007 with a total of 118 episodes. It was replaced by Mga Mata ni Anghelita in its timeslot.
Codename: Asero 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 replacing Joaquin Bordado. The series concluded on November 14, 2008 with a total of 90 episodes. It was replaced by Luna Mystika in its timeslot.
All About Eve is a 2009 Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on a 2000 South Korean television series of the same title. Directed by Gil Tejada Jr., Mac Alejandre and Eric Quizon, it stars Sunshine Dizon in the title role and Iza Calzado. It premiered on March 9, 2009 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing Luna Mystika. The series concluded on June 5, 2009 with a total of 63 episodes. It was replaced by Adik Sa'Yo in its timeslot.
Ang Babaeng Hinugot sa Aking Tadyang is a 2009 Philippine television drama thriller series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is an adaptation of Carlo J. Caparas' graphic novel. Directed by Joyce E. Bernal and Topel Lee, it stars Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera. It premiered on February 2, 2009 on the network's Telebabad line up. The series concluded on May 1, 2009 with a total of 63 episodes.
Zorro is a 2009 Philippine television drama action series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on the Zorro character created by Johnston McCulley. Directed by Mark A. Reyes and Dominic Zapata, it stars Richard Gutierrez in the title role. It premiered on March 23, 2009, on the network's Telebabad line up. The series concluded on August 7, 2009, with a total of 98 episodes. It was replaced by Darna in its timeslot.
Rosalinda is a 2009 Philippine television drama romance series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on a 1999 Mexican television series of the same title. Directed by Maryo J. de los Reyes and Gil Tejada Jr., it stars Carla Abellana in the title role and Geoff Eigenmann. It premiered on July 6, 2009, on the network's Telebabad line up replacing Totoy Bato. The series concluded on November 27, 2009, with a total of 105 episodes. It was replaced by Full House in its timeslot.
Darna is a Philippine television drama action fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based from Mars Ravelo's fictional Philippine superheroine of the same title. Directed by Dominic Zapata and Don Michael Perez, it stars Marian Rivera in the title role. It premiered on August 10, 2009 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing Zorro. The series concluded on February 19, 2010 with a total of 140 episodes. It was replaced by Panday Kids in its timeslot.
Stairway to Heaven is a 2009 Philippine television drama romance series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on a 2003 South Korean television series of the same title. Directed by Joyce E. Bernal, Andoy Ranay and Mac Alejandre, it stars Dingdong Dantes and Rhian Ramos. It premiered on September 14, 2009, on the network's Telebabad line up replacing Adik Sa'Yo. The series concluded on December 11, 2009, with a total of 65 episodes.
Kaya Kong Abutin ang Langit is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. Based on a 1984 Philippine film of the same title, the series is the sixteenth instalment of Sine Novela. Directed by Topel Lee, it stars Iza Calzado and Wendell Ramos. It premiered on September 28, 2009 on the network's Dramarama sa Hapon line up replacing Ngayon at Kailanman. The series concluded on February 5, 2010 with a total of 95 episodes. It was replaced by Gumapang Ka sa Lusak in its timeslot.
Panday Kids is a 2010 Philippine television drama fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is a television sequel to the 2009 film Ang Panday. Directed by Mike Tuviera and Dominic Zapata, it stars Sabrina Man, Buboy Villar and Julian Trono. It premiered on February 22, 2010 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing Darna. The series concluded on June 4, 2010 with a total of 72 episodes. It was replaced by Pilyang Kerubin in its timeslot.
Pilyang Kerubin is a 2010 Philippine television drama comedy fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Maryo J. de los Reyes and Andoy Ranay, it stars Barbie Forteza in the title role. It premiered on June 7, 2010 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing Panday Kids. The series concluded on August 27, 2010 with a total of 60 episodes.
Beauty Queen is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Joel Lamangan, it stars Iza Calzado in the title role. It premiered on October 18, 2010 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing Endless Love. The series concluded on February 4, 2011 with a total of 80 episodes. It was replaced by I Heart You, Pare! in its timeslot.
I ♥ You, Pare! is a 2011 Philippine television drama romantic comedy series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Andoy Ranay and Joyce E. Bernal, it stars Regine Velasquez, Iza Calzado and Dingdong Dantes. It premiered on February 7, 2011, on the network's Telebabad line up replacing Beauty Queen. The series concluded on May 27, 2011, with a total of 78 episodes. It was replaced by Amaya in its timeslot.
Sinner or Saint is a 2011 Philippine television drama crime series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Don Michael Perez, it stars Dennis Trillo, Bianca King, Alessandra De Rossi and Polo Ravales. It premiered on June 13, 2011 on the network's Afternoon Prime line up replacing Nita Negrita. The series concluded on October 7, 2011 with a total of 84 episodes. It was replaced by Ikaw Lang ang Mamahalin in its timeslot.
Kokak is a Philippine television drama fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on a comics serial of the same title created by Ruben Marcelino and published in Darna Komiks. Directed by Ricky Davao, it stars Sarah Lahbati in the title role. It premiered on November 14, 2011 on the network's Afternoon Prime line up replacing Pahiram ng Isang Ina. The series concluded on March 2, 2012 with a total of 80 episodes. It was replaced by Hiram na Puso in its timeslot.
Anna Karenina is a 2013 Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on a 1996 Philippine television series of the same title. Directed by Gina Alajar and Gil Tejada Jr., it stars Krystal Reyes, Barbie Forteza and Joyce Ching all in the title role. It premiered on June 3, 2013, on the network's Telebabad line up replacing Indio. The series concluded on September 20, 2013, with a total of 80 episodes. It was replaced by Kahit Nasaan Ka Man in its timeslot.
Pyra: Babaeng Apoy is a 2013 Philippine television drama fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Roderick Lindayag, it stars Thea Tolentino in the title role. It premiered on August 26, 2013 on the network's Afternoon Prime line up replacing Kakambal ni Eliana. The series concluded on November 29, 2013 with a total of 70 episodes.
The Half Sisters is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Mark A. Reyes, it stars Barbie Forteza and Thea Tolentino both in the title roles. It premiered on June 9, 2014, on the network's Afternoon Prime line up replacing Villa Quintana. The series concluded on January 15, 2016, with a total of 418 episodes. It was replaced by Wish I May in its timeslot.
Impostora (transl. impostor) is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is loosely based on a 1993 Philippine film, Sa Isang Sulok ng mga Pangarap. Directed by Albert Langitan and Aya Topacio, it stars Kris Bernal in the title role. It premiered on July 3, 2017 on the network's Afternoon Prime line up replacing Legally Blind. The series concluded on February 9, 2018 with a total of 160 episodes. It was replaced by The Stepdaughters in its timeslot.
