Ang Probinsyano (season 8)

The eighth season of Ang Probinsyano, a Philippine action drama television series, premiered on June 29, 2020 over at the Kapamilya Channel and was simulcast on Cine Mo!, Jeepney TV, through livestreaming on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube and worldwide via The Filipino Channel. The series stars Coco Martin as P/Capt. Ricardo Dalisay, together with an ensemble cast.

Ang Probinsyano
Season 8
Season 8's title card, the second to feature the "4.0" tag.
Starring	Coco Martin
Country of origin	Philippines
No. of episodes	(ongoing)
Release
Original network	Kapamilya Channel, Cine Mo!
Original release	June 29, 2020 (2020-06-29) – present (present)
Season chronology

The show picks up from the end of the seventh season, whose end coincided with the 2020 Luzon enhanced community quarantine, at the eighth season as it shows Lily's move to consolidate her power as both the first lady of the Republic and leader of the largest international drug cartel in the Philippines.[1][2]

Plot

President Hidalgo has fallen into a drug-induced coma and Lily has made the most of this opportunity to finally consolidate her powers as the First Lady of the Republic and as the country's drug baroness, along with Arturo. To ensure their success, Renato puts a bounty on Cardo and his family in order to finally rid them of the biggest thorn on their side. Lily and Art then called their henchmen to take out Cardo and his family. Juan was the first one to spot Cardo then a shootout between him and Cardo began, with Clarice unexpectedly witnessing it herself.

Cast and characters

Main article: List of Ang Probinsyano characters

Protagonist

• Coco Martin[3] as P/Cpt. Ricardo "Cardo" Dalisay

Main

• Yassi Pressman[4] as Kapitana Alyana R. Arevalo-Dalisay
• Angel Aquino[5] as Diana T. Olegario
• John Arcilla[5] as Renato "Buwitre" Hipolito
• Rowell Santiago[6] as President Oscar Hidalgo and Mariano (Oscar's double)
• Shamaine Centenera-Buencamino[4] as Virginia "Virgie" R. Arevalo
• John Prats[7] as PC/MSgt. Jerome Girona, Jr.
• Bianca Manalo[8] as Lourdes "Bubbles" Torres
• McCoy de Leon[9] as Juan Pablo "JP" R. Arevalo
• Jaime Fabregas[3] as Delfin S. Borja
• Michael de Mesa[10] as Pat. Ramil "Manager" Taduran
• Joel Torre[4] as Teodoro "Teddy" Arevalo/Jose Malaya[lower-alpha 1]
• Lorna Tolentino[11] as First Lady Lily Ann Cortez-Hidalgo

Very Special Role

• Susan Roces[3] as Flora "Lola Kap" S. Borja-de Leon

Supporting

• Malou Crisologo[3] as Yolanda "Yolly" Capuyao-Santos
• Marvin Yap[3] as Elmo Santos
• PJ Endrinal[5] as Wally Nieves
• Lester Llansang[3] as P/Cpt. Mark Vargas
• John Medina[3] as P/Cpt. Avel "Billy" M. Guzman
• Marc Solis[12] as P/MSgt. Rigor Soriano
• CJ Ramos[13] as Pat. Patrick Espinosa
• Daria Ramirez[14] as Auring
• Arlene Muhlach[14] as Loring
• Ella Cruz[14] as Lisa
• Jobert "Kuya Jobert" Austria[15] as Pat. George "Wangbu" Espinosa
• Bryan "Smugglaz" Lao[16] as Pat. Marsial "Butete" Matero
• Lordivino "Bassilyo" Ignacio[16] as Pat. Dante "Bulate" Villafuerte
• Hyubs Azarcon[17] as P/MSgt. Rolando "Lando" Reyes
• Nico Antonio[17] as Jacinto "Entoy" Santos
• Sancho delas Alas[18] as Pat. Gregorio "Greco" Cortez
• Lorenzo Mara as Ruben
• Rhed Bustamante[19] as Ana
• Kenken Nuyad[19] as Aye
• Whitney Tyson[20] as Elizabeth
• Donna Cariaga[20] as Doray Mendoza
• Joven Olvido[20] as Carlo “Caloy” Mendoza
• Nonong Ballinan[20] as Ambo
• Ghersie Fantastico[20] as Itong
• Prinsipe Makata as Mot

Introducing (Child Stars)

• Shantel Crislyn Layh "Ligaya" Ngujo[21] as Ligaya Dungalo
• Rhian "Dang" Ramos[21] as Amanda "Dang" Ignacio
• James "Paquito" Sagarino[21] as Paquito Alvarado

Recurring

• Jay Gonzaga[22] as James Cordero
• Juliana Parizcova Segovia[23] as Francisco/Francine
• Roy "Shernan" Gaite[24] as Gido
• Pedro "Zaito" Canon, Jr.[25] as Nick

Guests

Main article: List of Ang Probinsyano guest stars

• Rey Malonzo[26] as P/MGen. Manuel Dela Cruz
• Raymart Santiago[27] as P/Maj. Victor A. Basco
• David Minemoto as David
• Mark Manicad[28] as P/Cpt. Edwin Salonga
• Empoy Marquez[29] as Domingo "Domengsu" Suarez
• Dax Augustus as August
• Nadia Montenegro[30] as Nida
• Alynna Asistio[30] as Vanessa
• Caloy Alde[30] as Buloy
• Dexie Diaz[30] as Dexie
• Sammie Rimando[30] as Raquel
• Arron Villaflor[31] as P/Cpt. Amir Marquez
• Mart Escudero[31] as P/Lt. Karlo Ramos
• Josef Elizalde[31] as P/Lt. Louie Rallos
• Kaiser Boado[31] as P/MSgt. Eric Gabriel
• Marc Abaya[32] as Jacob Serrano
• Franki Russell[33] as P/MSgt. Hannah Robles
• Diana Mackey[33] as P/Lt. Samantha Salazar
• Jessica Marasigan[33] as PS/MSgt. Lea Singson
• Romnick Sarmenta[34] as Juan/Mark Quiambao/Lemuel Pineda[lower-alpha 2]
• Janice Hung[35] as Meilin Yang
• Carlos Siguion-Reyna[36] as Ernesto Tordesillas
• Kim Molina[37] as Kagawad Bea Malonzo
• Iyannah Sumalpong[38] as Kristelle "Letlet" Sandoval
• Tirso Cruz III[39] as Sec. Arturo "Art" M. Padua
• Jerald Napoles[39] as Jimbo Padua
• Ara Mina[39] as Ellen Padua
• Rhen Escaño[39] as Clarice Padua
• Ana Abad Santos as Ombudsman Castillo
• Froilan Sales as Eduardo "Nico" Villamor
• Shaina Magdayao[40] as P/Maj. Roxanne Opeña
• Barbie Imperial[40] as P/Lt. Camille Villaluna
• Isabelle de Leon[40] as P/Lt. Marielle Lazcano
• Richard Gutierrez[41] as Angelito "Lito" Valmoria
• Eric Nicolas as Ramon
• Marissa Sanchez as Maring
• Maynard Lapid as Salvador
• Mark Leviste[42] as Antonio

Episodes

See also: List of Ang Probinsyano episodes

No. overall	No. in season	Title	Original air date	Kantar media rating (nationwide)
1167	1	"Bagong Laban"	June 29, 2020 (2020-06-29)	N/A
Alyana becomes worried over Cardo’s relentless pursuit of Lemuel. Lily, Renato, and Arturo set their sights on eliminating the biggest thorn in their side.
1168	2	"Hostage"	June 30, 2020 (2020-06-30)	N/A
Finding himself in another precarious situation, Cardo manages to escape the clutches of death with the help of an unlikely ally. Alyana learns about the serious threat to her loved ones' safety.
1169	3	"Hindi Susuko"	July 1, 2020 (2020-07-01)	N/A
Desperate to save Delfin's life, Cardo seeks help from his trusted allies. Arturo and Lily turn to Renato for advice on dealing with Cardo.
1170	4	"Takas"	July 2, 2020 (2020-07-02)	N/A
Task Force Agila move heaven and earth as they execute their rescue operation for Delfin. Wanting to elude their pursuers, Cardo and his loves ones head to a safer place.
1171	5	"Patibong"	July 3, 2020 (2020-07-03)	N/A
Cardo and Task Force Agila evade the authorities in order to take Delfin to safety. Arturo pulls some strings to entrap his adversaries.
1172	6	"Nakaligtas"	July 6, 2020 (2020-07-06)	N/A
Cardo and Task Force Agila try to get to safety as Arturo frantically attempts to track them down out of worry for Clarice.
1173	7	"Silong"	July 7, 2020 (2020-07-07)	N/A
Alyana makes a startling discovery about the new owner of the Arevalos' former estate. James and Edwin plan to take action as Lily and Art start to buckle under pressure.
1174	8	"Wanted"	July 8, 2020 (2020-07-08)	N/A
Art declares Cardo and Task Force Agila as enemies of the state after announcing the abduction of Clarice to the press.
1175	9	"Pagtakas"	July 9, 2020 (2020-07-09)	N/A
Clarice attempts to escape from Cardo and Task Force Agila. Lily orders Juan to coordinate with Renato to establish their drug den operations.
1176	10	"Ugnayan"	July 10, 2020 (2020-07-10)	N/A
A suspicious informant poses a grave threat to Teddy, Cardo, and Task Force Agila's safety. Ramon and Maring reminisce Alyana's childhood as they tour their guests around the property.
1177	11	"Tawag"	July 13, 2020 (2020-07-13)	N/A
The members of Task Force Agila grow troubled when Clarice pulls off a risky move to try and contact Arturo.
1178	12	"Nagbabalik"	July 14, 2020 (2020-07-14)	N/A
Cardo and Task Force Agila hold their breaths when an unwanted visitor threatens to blow their cover. Meanwhile, Lito's heart skips a beat upon discovering that Alyana has returned.
1179	13	"Pangako"	July 15, 2020 (2020-07-15)	N/A
Lito reminisces the vow that he and Alyana made to each before going their separate ways as he looks forward to their inevitable reunion. Elsewhere, Oscar regains consciousness.
1180	14	"Alalahanin"	July 16, 2020 (2020-07-16)	N/A
Oscar plays the waiting game as he vows to end Lily's reign of terror. Fully aware that their security has already been compromised, Task Force Agila resolves to prepare for the worst.
1181	15	"Pananabik"	July 17, 2020 (2020-07-17)	N/A
Mariano places Arturo and Lily's plans at risk. Elsewhere, Cardo reaches out to Clarice in hopes of making her feel better.
1182	16	"Muling Pinagtagpo"	July 20, 2020 (2020-07-20)	TBD
Lito finally has his long-awaited reunion with Alyana. Elsewhere, Elizabeth tries to uncover the mystery behind Oscar's condition.
1183	17	"Cardo at Lito"	July 21, 2020 (2020-07-21)	TBD
Lito makes a heartbreaking discovery after finally reuniting with Alyana. Meanwhile, Teddy comes up with a plan to put pressure on the presidential palace.
1184	18	"Imbitasyon"	July 22, 2020 (2020-07-22)	TBD
Lily, Arturo, and Renato discuss their plans for their drug syndicate operation. Elsewhere, Alyana chooses to hide her past with Lito from Cardo.
1185	19	"Karibal"	July 23, 2020 (2020-07-23)	TBD
Bent on getting Alyana back, Lito vows to get rid of Cardo.
1186	20	"Alinlangan"	July 24, 2020 (2020-07-24)	TBD
Meanwhile, James and P/Cpt. Salonga sneak inside Oscar's room to find out the president's real condition. James and P/Cpt. Salonga grow suspicious of President Hidalgo’s strange actions upon seeing him in the flesh. Cardo and Task Force Agila brace themselves for their visit at Lito's mansion.
1187	21	"Kayamanan"	July 27, 2020 (2020-07-27)	TBD
Alyana and Task Force Agila spend the day with Lito at his grand hacienda.
1188	22	"Kagustuhan"	July 28, 2020 (2020-07-28)	TBD
James and P/Cpt. Salonga alert Teddy and Diana of what is happening inside the presidential palace. An unexpected development throws a wrench in Lily's plans.
1189	23	"Sagabal"	July 29, 2020 (2020-07-29)	TBD
Lily calls Renato for help after discovering that the now concious Oscar is fully aware of their plans. Meanwhile, Cardo asks Alyana for advice about Lito's job offer.
1190	24	"Alok"	July 30, 2020 (2020-07-30)	TBD
Bent on keeping Oscar under control, Renato prepares a new intravenous drug. Elsewhere, Cardo and Task Force Agila accept the job offer from Lito.
1191	25	"Trabaho"	July 31, 2020 (2020-07-31)	TBD
Lito lets his guests enjoy themselves around his clubhouse as he tries to buy some time alone with Alyana.

Legend
	Peak Season Rating
	Lowest Season Rating

Notes

1. Teddy Arevalo used the nom de plume Jose Malaya in his exposés against Lily and her allies.
2. Juan used the alias Mark Quiambao when he tried to fish out information regarding Cardo and Task Force Agila at Camp Crame. During his stint living next to Task Force Agila, he posed as Lemuel Pineda.

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External links

• Official website
• Ang probinsyano on IMDb
• Ang Probinsyano at TV Guide