List of Philippine films of 2017

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This is an incomplete list of Filipino full-length films, both mainstream and independently produced, released in theaters and cinemas in 2017.

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Top ten grossing films

The highest-grossing Filipino films released in 2017, by domestic box office gross revenue, are as follows:

  •   – a Metro Manila Film Festival entry film
RankTitleDistributorBox Office
1 Gandarrapiddo: The Revenger Squad Star Cinema, Viva Films ₱ 571,000,000 (est.) [1]
2. Kita Kita Viva Films, Spring Films, Sharo Entertainment Productions₱ 320,000,000 (est.) [2]
3. My Ex and Whys Star Cinema ₱ 300,000,000 1 (est.) [3]
4. Can't Help Falling in Love ₱ 240,000,000 2 (est.) [3]
5. Ang Panday Star Cinema, Viva Films, CCM Film Productions ₱ 204,000,000 (est.) [4]
6. Finally Found Someone Star Cinema, Viva Films ₱ 200,000,000 3 (est.) [5]
7. Seven Sundays Star Cinema ₱ 180,000,000 (est.) [6]
8. Unexpectedly Yours ₱ 157,000,000 4 (est.) [7]
9. Love You to the Stars and Back ₱ 102,000,000 (est.) [8]
10. 100 Tula Para Kay Stella Viva Films ₱ 100,000,000 (est.) [9]
1. ^ My Ex and Whys earned an estimated total of ₱ 400,000,000 which includes international gross. [10]
2. ^ Can't Help Falling in Love earned an estimated total of ₱ 320,000,000 which includes international gross. [10]
3. ^ Finally Found Someone earned an estimated total of ₱ 316,500,000 which includes international gross. [11]
4. ^ Unexpectedly Yours earned an estimated total of ₱ 218,000,000 which includes international gross. [12]

Films

January–March

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4 Mang Kepweng Returns Viva Films, Cineko ProductionsGB Sampedro (director); Vhong Navarro, Jaclyn Jose, James Blanco, Sunshine Cruz. Kim Domingo Fantasy, Comedy [13] [14] [15]
11 Extra Service Star Cinema, Skylight Films Chris Martinez (director); Arci Muñoz, Coleen Garcia, Jessy Mendiola Action, Adventure [15] [16]
19Darkroom Viva Films, Blackops Studios Asia, Psyops8Pedring A. Lopez (director); Ella Cruz, Bret Jackson, AJ Muhlach, Donnalyn Bartolome, Andrew Muhlach, Rose Van Ginkel, Caleb Santos, Samantha Capulong, Jack ReidHorror [15] [17]
Ilawod Quantum Films, MJM Productions, Tuko Film Productions, Buchi Boy EntertainmentDan Villegas (director); Ian Veneracion, Iza Calzado, Xyriel Manabat, Therese Malvar, Epy Quizon, Harvey BautistaHorror [15] [18]
25Foolish Love Regal Entertainment Joel Lamangan (director); Angeline Quinto, Jake Cuenca, Miho Nishida, Tommy Esguerra Romantic-comedy [15]
Across the Crescent MoonGold Barn InternationalBaby Nebrida (director); Matteo Guidicelli, Alexandra Godinez, Joem Bascon, Ivan Carapiet, Christopher de Leon, Dina Bonnevie Action, Drama [19] [20]
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1 Sakaling Hindi Makarating
*(2017 commercial release)
Unitel Productions, Media East ProductionsIce Idanan (director); Alessandra de Rossi, Therese Malvar, Leslie Lina, Pepe Herrera, JC SantosDrama, Documentary [21]
SwipeAliud Entertainment, Ledge Films, Viva FilmsEd Lejano (director, writer); Mercedes Cabral, Meg Imperial, Alex Medina, Luis Alandy, Gabby Eigenmann, Ma. Isabel LopezDrama, Suspense [22]
8 Moonlight Over Baler T-Rex EntertainmentGil Portes (director); Elizabeth Oropesa, Vin Abrenica, Ellen Adarna, Sophie AlbertHistorical, Romance [23]
15 I'm Drunk, I Love You Tuko Film Productions, Buchi Boy EntertainmentJP Habac (director); Maja Salvador, Paulo Avelino Romantic-comedy [24]
My Ex and Whys Star Cinema Cathy Garcia Molina (director); Liza Soberano & Enrique Gil Romantic Comedy, Drama [25]
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1Tatlong BibeRegis Films and EntertainmentJoven Tan (director); Lyca Gairanod, Marco Masa, Raikko Mateo, Dionisia Pacquiao Family drama [26]
Baka Bukas
*(2017 commercial release)
Star Cinema, Cinema One OriginalsSamantha Lee (director); Jasmine Curtis-Smith, Louise delos Reyes Romance [27]
8Pwera Usog Regal Entertainment Jason Paul Laxamana (director); Devon Seron, Joseph Marco, Sofia Andres, Aiko Melendez, Albie Casiño Horror [28]
9Kristo Solar Entertainment, Brillante Mendoza HF Yambao (director); Angela Cortez, Julio Diaz, Kristoffer KingDrama [29]
Beyond the BlockRicardo Carranza (director);Dance, Docudrama
LadyfishJason Orfalas (director); JC Santos, Martin Escudero, Brenda Mage, Ruby RuizComedy
Bhoy Intsik Joel Lamangan (director); RS Francisco, Ronwaldo Martin, Elora Espano, Jim PebangcoCrime, Drama
Tu Pug Imatuy (The Right To Kill)Arnel Barbarona (director); Malona Sulatan, Jong Monzon, Luis Georlin Banaag IIIDrama
15 2 Cool 2 Be 4gotten
*(2017 commercial release)
Star Cinema, Cinema One OriginalsPeterson Vargas (director); Khalil Ramos, Ethan Salvador, Jameson BlakeTeen drama [30]
22HigantiGitana Film ProductionsRommel Ricafort (director); Assunta De Rossi, Jay Manalo, Meg Imperial, Katrina Halili, Jon Lucas, DJ Durano, Kiko MatosAction, Drama [31]
29 Northern Lights: A Journey to Love Star Cinema, Regal Entertainment, Spring Films Dondon Santos (director); Piolo Pascual, Yen Santos, Raiko MatteoDrama [32]
Hiwaga: Ang Paglalakbay sa Liwanag ng BuhayM7 FilmsSir Rca (director); John McEarl. Anne Catherine Cubelo, Jiane Abalos, Michaella TorresFantasy, Drama [33]
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  – a Sinag Maynila Film Festival entry film

April–June

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15 Can't Help Falling in Love Star Cinema Mae Cruz-Alviar (director); Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla Romantic comedy [34]
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*(2017 commercial release)
Team Campry EntertainmentDexter Hemedez, Allan Ibanez (director); Lotlot de Leon, Darwin Yu, Miguel Bagtas, Alan PauleComedy, Drama [35]
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3Luck at First Sight Viva Films, N2 Productions Dan Villegas (director); Jericho Rosales, Bela Padilla, Jeric Raval, Dennis Padilla, Cholo Baretto, Kim MolinaRomance, Drama [36]
10 Bliss Artikulo Uno Productions Jerrold Tarog (director); Iza Calzado, Ian Veneracion, TJ Trinidad, Adrienne VergaraThriller [37]
Our Mighty Yaya Regal Entertainment Jose Javier Reyes (director); Ai-Ai delas Alas, Megan Young, Sofia Andres, Zoren Legaspi, Eula Valdez Comedy [38]
17Dear Other Self Star Cinema Veronica Velasco (director); Jodi Sta. Maria, Joseph Marco, Xian Lim Romantic comedy [39]
24Ang Araw sa Likod MoAn Earth Below ProductionsDominic Nuesa (director); Ping Medina, Bong Cabrera, Mike LiwagAdvocacy, War [40]
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14Can We Still Be Friends? Star Cinema Prime Cruz (director); Gerald Anderson, Arci Muñoz Romance [41]
28Ang Pagsanib kay Leah Dela Cruz Viva Films, Reality Entertainment Katski Flores (director); Shy Carlos, Sarah Lahbati Horror [42]

July–September

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12 Bloody Crayons Star Cinema Topel Lee (director); Janella Salvador, Elmo Magalona, Sofia Andres, Diego Loyzaga, Jane Oineza, Maris Racal, Yves Flores, Empoy Marquez, Ronnie Alonte Horror, Thriller, Mystery [43]
BakladToFarm Topel Lee (director); Ronwaldo Martin, Elora Españo, Rafa Siguion-Reyna Drama, Dark comedy [44]
High TideTara Illenberger (director); Arthur Solinap, Sunshine Teodoro, Dalin SarmientoDrama, Adventure
InstaladoJason Paul Laxamana (director); McCoy de Leon, Junjun Quintana, Francis Magundayao Sci-Fi
KamunggaiVic Acedillo, Jr. (director); Dulce, Bayang Barrios, Skyzx LabastillaComedy, Light drama
SinandomengByron Bryant (director); Sue Prado, Julio Diaz, Lou Veloso, Lui QuiambaoComedy
What Home Feels LikeJoseph Abello (director); Bembol Roco, Irma Adlawan Drama
19 Kita Kita Spring Films Sigrid Bernardo (director); Alessandra De Rossi, Empoy Marquez Romantic comedy [45]
26 Finally Found Someone Star Cinema, Viva Films Theodore Boborol (director); John Lloyd Cruz, Sarah Geronimo Romance [46]
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5BaconauaCinemalayaJoseph Israel Laban (director); Elora Españo, Therese Malvar, JM Salvado, Bembol Roco Coming-of-age drama [47]
BagaheZig Dulay (director); Angeli Bayani Social drama
Ang Guro Kong 'Di Marunong MagbasaPerry Escaño (director); Alfred Vargas, Mon Confiado, James Blanco, Miggs Cuaderno, Micko Laurente, Marc Justine AlvarezAction, Drama
Kiko Boksingero Thop Nazareno (director); Noel Comia, Jr., Yayo Aguila, Yul Servo Family drama
NabubulokSonny Calvento (director); Gina Alajar, JC Santos, Billy Ray Gallion, Jameson BlakeDrama, Crime
Ang Pamilyang Hindi LumuluhaMes de Guzman (director); Sharon Cuneta Black comedy
RequitedNerissa Picadizo (director); Jake Cuenca, Anna Luna Drama
Respeto Treb Monteras II (director); Abra, Dido de la Paz, Loonie Hip-hop, Drama
Sa Gabing Nanahimik ang mga KuligligIar Arondaing (director); Angel Aquino, Jake MacapagalSocial drama
9Double Barrel Viva Films Toto Natividad (director); AJ Muhlach, Phoebe Walker, Jeric RavalAction, Crime [48]
16 100 Tula Para Kay Stella Viva Films Jason Paul Laxamana (director); Bela Padilla, JC Santos Romance, Drama [49]
AWOL Skylight Films, CineBro Enzo Williams (director); Gerald Anderson, Bembol Roco, Dianne Medina Action
Bar Boys SM Lifestyle Entertainment, TropicFrills Film ProductionsKip Oebanda (director); Carlo Aquino, Rocco Nacino, Enzo Pineda, Kean Cipriano Comedy, Drama
Birdshot
*(2017 commercial release)
Tuko Film Productions, Buchi Boy Films, CJ EntertainmentMikhail Red (director); Mary Joy Apostol, Arnold Reyes, Ku Aquino, John Arcilla Mystery, Thriller
Hamog
*(2017 commercial release)
Cinema One OriginalsRalston Jover (director); Zaijan Jaranilla, Teri Malvar, Sam Quintana, Bon Lentejas, Kyline AlcantaraCrime, Drama
Ang Manananggal sa Unit 23B
*(2017 commercial release)
QCinema, The IdeaFirst Company, Indioboy ProductionsPrime Cruz (director); Ryza Cenon, Martin del Rosario Dark romance
Paglipay
*(2017 commercial release)
ToFarm, Universal HarvesterZig Dulay (director); Garry Cabalic, Joan dela Cruz, Anna LunaDrama
Patay na si Hesus
*(2017 commercial release)
QCinema, T-Rex ProductionsVictor Villanueva (director); Jaclyn Jose, Chai Fonacier, Melde Montañez, Vincent ViadoBlack comedy
Pauwi Na
*(2017 commercial release)
ToFarmPaolo Villaluna (director); Bembol Roco, Cherry Pie Picache, Meryll Soriano Comedy, Drama
Salvage
*(2017 commercial release)
Cinema One OriginalsSherad Anthony Sanchez (director); Jessy Mendiola, JC de Vera Horror
Star na si Van Damme Stallone
*(2017 commercial release)
CineFilipinoRandolph Longjas (director); Candy Pangilinan, Paolo PingolFamily drama
TriptikoMichelena Brothers Production, Barrio's PicturesMiguel Franco Michelena (director); Joseph Marco, Kylie Padilla, Kean Cipriano, Albie Casiño Romance, Thriller
23 Woke Up Like This Regal Entertainment Joel Ferrer (director); Vhong Navarro, Lovi Poe Comedy [50]
30 Love You to the Stars and Back Star Cinema Antoinette Jadaone (director); Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia Romance, Drama [51]
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6FanGirl FanBoy Viva Films, N2 ProductionsBarry Gonzalez (director); Julian Trono, Ella Cruz Romantic comedy [52]
13DAD: Durugin ang DrogaYebahdabadoo EntertainmentDinkydoo Clarion (director); Allen Dizon, Alma Concepcion, Efren Reyes, Jackie Aquino, Jeffrey Santos, Rey "PJ" Abellana, Sharmaine Suarez, Jeric RavalDrama, Advocacy [53]
Loving in Tandem Star Cinema Giselle Andres (director); Maymay Entrata, Edward Barber, Kisses Delavin, Marco GalloRomantic comedy [54]
15I Found My Heart in Santa FeBluArt ProductionsBona Fajardo (director); Roxanne Barcelo, Will Devaughn Romantic comedy [55]
20Amalanhig: The Vampire Chronicle Viva Films, Vic Val Blue Sapphire ProductionsFrancis Posadas (director); Jerico Estregan, Sanya Lopez Horror, Action [56]
27Last Night Star Cinema, Spring Films, N2 Productions Joyce Bernal (director); Piolo Pascual and Toni Gonzaga Romantic comedy [57]
You with MeGitana Film ProductionsRommel Ricafort (director); Devon Seron, Hyun Woo, Jin Ju-HyeongRomance [58]
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October–December

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4 The Debutantes Regal Entertainment, The IdeaFirst CompanyPrime Cruz (director); Sue Ramirez, Miles Ocampo, Michelle Vito, Jane de Leon, Chanel MoralesHorror, Mystery [59]
New Generation HeroesGolden Tiger FilmsAnthony Hernandez (director); Aiko Melendez, Anita Linda, Jao Mapa, Joyce PeñasAdvocacy, Drama [60]
11BalatkayoBG Productions InternationalNeal Tan (director); Aiko Melendez, Polo Ravales, Rico Barrera, Nathalie Hart, James RobertDrama [61]
Seven Sundays Star Cinema Cathy Garcia-Molina (director); Ronaldo Valdez, Aga Muhlach, Dingdong Dantes, Cristine Reyes, Enrique Gil Family drama, Comedy [62]
13Riding in TandemCineBroToto Natividad (director); Jason Abalos, Khalil Ramos Action, Crime [63]
17The HelperCheeky Monkey Productions, TreacleJoanna Bowers (director); Liza Avelino, Joy Carbonell, Jane EngelmannDocumentary
18Bes and the BeshiesCineko Productions, Regal Entertainment Joel Lamangan (director); Ai-Ai delas Alas, Zsa Zsa Padilla, Carmi Martin, Beauty Gonzalez Comedy [64]
Si Tokhang at ang Tropang BuangKIB Production, Red Post Production HouseRoland Sanchez (director); Leo Martinez, Rey "PJ" Abellana, Dennis Padilla, Mon Confiado, K Brosas, Long Mejia, Erlinda VillalobosSatirical comedy [65]
19Balangiga: Howling WildernessQCinema Khavn (director); Justine Samson, Warren Tuaño, Pio del Rio, Lourd de Veyra, Jun Sabayton, Roxlee, Daniel Palisa, Althea VegaHistorical epic [66]
The ChantersJames Robin Mayo (director); Jally Nae Gilbaliga, Romulo CaballeroComedy, Drama
Dapol Tan Payawar na Tayug 1931Christopher Gozum (director); Perry Dizon, Soliman Cruz, Cedrick Juan, Fe GingGing HydeHistory
DormitoryoEmerson Reyes (director); Jun Sabayton, Wowie de Guzman, Vandolph Quizon, Kate Alejandrino, Charles Salazar, Max Celada, Sheenly Gener, Ces Quesada Comedy
Kulay Lila ang Gabi na Binudburan pa ng mga BituinJobin Ballesteros (director); Max Eigenmann, Rafael Alonso, Jay Castillo, Frida FridurDrama
MedusaePam Miras (director); Desiree del Valle, Carl PalaganasDrama, Mystery
Neomanila Mikhail Red (director); Eula Valdes, Rocky Salumbides, Timothy Castillo Neo-noir, Thriller
The Write MomentDominic Lim (director); Jerald Napoles, Valeen Montenegro Romantic comedy, Drama
25The BarkerBlank Pages Productions, Viva Films Dennis Padilla (director); Empoy Marquez, Shy Carlos Romantic comedy, Action [67]
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1 The Ghost Bride Star Cinema Chito S. Roño (director); Kim Chiu, Matteo Guidicelli, Alice Dixson, Christian Bables Horror [68]
Spirit of the Glass 2: The Haunted OctoArts Films, T-Rex Entertainment Jose Javier Reyes (director); Cristine Reyes, Daniel Matsunaga, Maxine Medina, Benjamin Alves, Ashley Ortega, Enrico Cuenca, Janine Gutierrez Horror [69]
8#12 Viva Films Dondon Santos (director); Alessandra de Rossi, Ivan PadillaRomance, Drama [70]
This Time I’ll Be Sweeter Regal Entertainment Joel Lamangan (director); Barbie Forteza, Ken Chan Romance [71]
12GuerreroEBC FilmsCarlo Ortega Cuevas (director); Genesis Gomez, Julio Cesar Sabenorio, Joyselle CabanlongDrama [72]
13Bundok Banahaw, Sacred and ProfaneCinema One OriginalsDempster Samarista (documentarist)Documentary [73]
Changing Partners Dan Villegas (director); Agot Isidro, Jojit Lorenzo, Sandino Martin, Anna LunaMusical, Romance
Si Chedeng at si AppleFatrick Tabada, Rae Red (directors); Gloria Diaz, Elizabeth Oropesa Black comedy
Haunted: A Last Visit to the Red HousePhyllis Grande (documentarist)Documentary
Historiographika ErrataRichard Somes (director); Joem Bascon, Max Eigenmann, Alex Medina, Nathalie Hart Historical satire
NayKip Oebanda (director); Sylvia Sanchez, Enchong Dee, Jameson BlakeHorror
Nervous TranslationShireen Seno (director); Jana AgoncilloFamily drama
PakiGiancarlo Abrahan (director); Dexter Doria, Noel Trinidad, Eula Valdes, Ricky Davao, Shamaine Buencamino, Ina Feleo, Paolo ParaisoDramedy
Throwback Today Joseph Teoxon (director); Carlo Aquino, Annicka Dolonius, Kat GalangSci-fi
15FallbackCineko Productions, Star Cinema Jason Paul Laxamana (director); Rhian Ramos, Zanjoe Marudo Romantic comedy [74]
22 Trip Ubusan: The Lolas vs. Zombies APT Entertainment, M-Zet Productions Mark A. Reyes (director); Jose Manalo, Wally Bayola, Paolo Ballesteros Comedy horror [75]
25The BloodSalvastar Movie ProductionJess Vargas (director/screenplay); Isabel Granada, Diana Salvador, Nissy May Avila, Tracy Tem Avila, Jess Vargas, Dan Alvaro Action [76]
29Barbi, D' Wonder Beki OctoArts Films, M-Zet Productions, T-Rex EntertainmentTony Y. Reyes (director); Paolo Ballesteros, Joey De Leon Action, Comedy [77]
Unexpectedly Yours Star Cinema Cathy Garcia-Molina (director); Sharon Cuneta, Robin Padilla, Julia Barretto, Joshua Garcia Romantic comedy [78]
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6Kamandag ng Droga Viva Films Carlo J. Caparas (director); Christopher de Leon, Sarah Lahbati, Lorna Tolentino, Mark Neumann, Meg Imperial, Ronnie Lazaro, CJ CaparasCrime drama [79]
Smaller and Smaller Circles Tuko Film Productions, Buchi Boy Entertainment Raya Martin (director); Nonie Buencamino, Sid Lucero, Bembol Roco, Carla Humphries Crime drama [80]
25 All of You Quantum Films, MJM Productions Dan Villegas (director); Jennylyn Mercado, Derek Ramsay Romance, Comedy [81]
Deadma Walking T-Rex EntertainmentJulius Alfonso (director); Joross Gamboa, Edgar Allan Guzman Comedy, Drama, Musical
Gandarrapiddo: The Revenger Squad Star Cinema, Viva Films Joyce Bernal (director); Vice Ganda, Daniel Padilla, Pia Wurtzbach Action, Comedy
Haunted Forest Regal Entertainment Ian Loreños (director); Jane Oineza, Jameson Blake, Maris Racal, Jon Lucas Horror, Thriller
Ang Larawan Culturtain Musicat ProductionsLoy Arcenas (director); Joanna Ampil, Rachel Alejandro, Paulo Avelino Musical
Meant to Beh OctoArts Films, M-Zet Productions, APT Entertainment Chris Martinez (director); Vic Sotto, Dawn Zulueta Family, Comedy
Ang Panday CCM Productions, Star Cinema, Viva Films Coco Martin (director); Coco Martin Action, Fantasy
Siargao Ten17P Paul Soriano (director); Jericho Rosales, Erich Gonzales, Jasmine Curtis-Smith Romance, Drama
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  •   – a Cinema One Originals Film Festival entry film
  •   – a QCinema International Film Festival entry film
  •   – a Metro Manila Film Festival entry film

Awards

Local

The following first list shows the Best Picture winners at the four major film awards: FAMAS Awards, Gawad Urian Awards, Luna Awards and Star Awards; and at the three major film festivals: Metro Manila Film Festival, Cinemalaya and Cinema One Originals. The second list shows films with the most awards won from the four major film awards and a breakdown of their total number of awards per award ceremony.

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