Legacy (Philippine TV series)

Legacy is a 2012 Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Jay Altarejos and Andoy Ranay, it stars Heart Evangelista, Lovi Poe and Alessandra de Rossi. It premiered on January 16, 2012 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing Amaya and worldwide on January 18, 2012 on GMA Pinoy TV. The series concluded on June 1, 2012 with a total of 98 episodes. It was replaced by Makapiling Kang Muli in its timeslot.

Legacy
Title card
GenreDrama
Created byDode Cruz
Developed byDenoy Navarro-Punio
Written by
  • Des Garbes-Severino
  • Marlon Miguel
  • Onay Sales
Directed by
Creative director(s)
Starring
Opening theme"Legacy theme"
Ending theme"I Know He's There Waiting for Me" by Jonalyn Viray, Aicelle Santos and Maricris Garcia
Country of originPhilippines
Original language(s)Tagalog
No. of episodes98
Production
Executive producer(s)Winnie Hollis-Reyes
Production location(s)
CinematographyCarlos S. Montaño Jr.
Camera setupMultiple-camera setup
Running time30-45 minutes
Production company(s)GMA Entertainment TV
Release
Original networkGMA Network
Picture format480i (SDTV)
Original releaseJanuary 16 (2012-01-16) –
June 1, 2012 (2012-06-01)

Cast and characters
Heart Evangelista portrays Diana Calcetas.
Lovi Poe portrays Natasha Alcantara.
Alessandra De Rossi portrays Bernadette Leviste.
Cherie Gil portrays Eva Altamirano-Alcantara.
Ryza Cenon portrays Juliet.
Eddie Garcia portrays Romualdo Alcantara.
Main cast
Supporting cast
Guest cast

Reception

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of Legacy earned a 23.4% rating.[4] While the final episode scored a 28.4% rating.[5]

Critical response

The show gathered positive feedbacks from critics for its visual style and effective acting of its star-studded cast. Eddison Miranda of Rogue Magazine Philippines, stated ... "I love how the villains play an effective role but having to blend with a comedic outcome". Miranda also praised both the performance of Maritoni Fernandez and Cherie Gil.[6]

Accolades

The show is voted as "Best Soap Opera of 2012" by University of Mindanao. The show was nominated as Outstanding Original Drama Series by Golden Screen TV Awards. Lovi Poe & Alessandra De Rossi were then nominated in the Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Drama Series category.

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References
  1. "Heart sacked from 'Sundo' but gets lead role in 'Legacy' | Tempo - News in a Flash".
  2. "Heart signs another contract with GMA 7 | Showbiz". Archived from the original on October 21, 2011. Retrieved October 27, 2011.
  4. Santiago, Erwin (January 17, 2012). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila People & Household Ratings (Jan. 13-16): Amaya ends on top; Walang Hanggan and Legacy debut strongly". Retrieved March 2, 2018.
  5. Santiago, Erwin (June 5, 2012). "AGB Nielsen Mega Manila Household Ratings (June 1–4): Eat Bulaga! and Walang Hanggan still on top of weekday ratings". Retrieved March 2, 2018.
  6. "PEP REVIEW: Legacy offers a strong visual style and effective acting from its star-studded cast". PEP.ph. January 24, 2012. Retrieved July 14, 2020.
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