MANILA, Philippines — GMA-7 hit teleseryes “Lolong,” “Widows’ Web,” “First Yaya” and other Kapuso programs are now available for streaming online via Viu.
With 2,969 episodes and over 1,400 hours of content to be made available on Viu during the year, this library of shows from the GMA catalogue will be released on a quarterly basis.
“We understand how passionate viewers are when it comes to their favorite programs,” said Annette Gozon-Valdes, Senior Vice President for Programming, Talent Management, Worldwide and Support Group of GMA Network, and President and Chief Executive Officer of GMA Films.
“Even when a series has already aired its finale, they still want to watch it repeatedly. At GMA Network, we are constantly exploring additional platforms. Our partnership with Viu Philippines gives audiences an opportunity to re-watch or, better yet, enjoy our programs for the first time,” she added.
Vinchi Sy-Quia, Country Manager of Viu Philippines, added, “We are delighted to have these popular shows from GMA on the Viu platform. This collaboration enable us to provide our growing audience with a wider selection of Filipino content and allows us to remain consistent in offering the best of premium Asian content to our users.”
'Lolong' (Crocodile Whisperer)
GMA’s biggest adventure series to date stars primetime action hero Ruru Madrid and a cast composed of Christopher de Leon, Jean Garcia, Bembol Roco, Malou de Guzman, Rochelle Pangilinan, Paul Salas and Ian de Leon. As Lolong, Ruru’s character develops an affinity with a gigantic crocodile named Dakila. The bond makes Lolong notice peculiar things about himself, and he soon realizes it is his calling to lead an ancient tribe and bring justice to his town.
'Widows’ Web'
The first suspense series by GMA, "Widows’ Web" is headlined by Carmina Villaroel, Ashley Ortega, Vaness Del Moral and Pauline Mendoza. In this heart-pounding series, four women are caught up in a twisted murder case that entangles them in a web of secrets, mysteries and lies.
'First Yaya' (The First Nanny)
GMA’s top-rating romantic comedy series stars Gabby Concepcion and Sanya Lopez. The modern fairy tale is the story of Glenn Acosta, Vice President of the Philippines, and his children’s nanny, Melody Reyes. Romantic feelings eventually begin to blossom between them, but things get even more complicated when Glenn suddenly becomes president.
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