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| The Write One | |
|---|---|
 Title card | |
| Genre | |
| Created by | Mark Anthony Norella |
| Directed by | King Mark Baco |
| Starring | |
| Theme music composer | Marvin Jason Hernandez |
| Opening theme | "Oras" by Jason Marvin |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language | Tagalog |
| No. of episodes | 39 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Maria Ana Isabel M. Rodrigo |
| Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
| Running time | 27–30 minutes |
| Production company | GMA Public Affairs[1] |
| Original release | |
| Network | GMA Network |
| Release | March 20 – May 25, 2023 |
The Write One is a 2023 Philippine television drama romance fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by King Mark Baco, it stars Ruru Madrid and Bianca Umali. It premiered on March 20, 2023, on the network's Telebabad line up. The series concluded on May 25, 2023, with a total of 39 episodes.
Cast and characters
[edit]Cast
Ruru Madrid
Bianca Umali
- Lead cast
- Ruru Madrid[3] as William "Liam" B. Herrera
- Bianca Umali[4] as Joycelyn "Joyce" Trinidad-Herrera / Savana Trinidad
- Supporting cast
- Mikee Quintos[5] as Victoria "Via" dela Peña
- Paul Salas as Hans Arevalo
- Lotlot de Leon[6] as Teresita "Tess" Buenaventura-Herrera
- Ramon Christopher[7] as Danilo Herrera
- Mon Confiado[7] as Ramon dela Peña
- Art Acuña[7] as Edmond Trinidad
- Alma Concepcion[7] as Joanne Trinidad
- Kokoy de Santos[7] as Intoy
- Andrew Schimmer[7] as Lando Nakpil
- Royce Cabrera[7] as Vergil Herrera
- Kaloy Tingcungco[6] as Borj
- Euwenn Mikaell[6] as Dexter "Dex" T. Herrera / Stefano "Sep" Lualhati
- Analyn Barro[7] as Megan
- Yvette Sanchez[7] as Deedee
- Migs Villasis as Leroy
- Karenina Haniel as Odette
- Eva Le Queen as Queenie[8]
- Guest cast
- Kian Co as younger William Herrera[9]
- Francis Mata as Nestor
- Rere Madrid as Maxine
- Shanelle Agustin as Chanel
- Gardo Versoza as the president
- Thea Tolentino as Isabel
- Gil Cuerva as Diego
- Anjay Anson as Tristan
- Buboy Villar as Grasa
- Mikoy Morales as the grandson
- Phil Noble as a director
- Marnie Lapus as Malvarosa
Production
[edit]Principal photography commenced on February 1, 2023.[6]
Ratings
[edit]According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement People in television homes, the pilot episode of The Write One earned a 6.6% rating.[10]
Accolades
[edit]| Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 52nd Box Office Entertainment Awards | Most Popular Love Team for Television | Ruru Madrid, Bianca Umali | Won | [11] |
| 2025 | 37th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Child Performer | Kian Co | Nominated | [12] |
| Euwenn Mikael | Nominated |
References
[edit]- ↑ "GMA Network brightens 2023 with the grandest shows". Manila Bulletin. January 7, 2023. Retrieved February 22, 2023.
- ↑ "The Write One (Full Episodes) - YouTube". YouTube. Retrieved February 6, 2025.
- ↑ "GMA Network grants Bianca Umali-Ruru Madrid fans' wish; the two will appear together on The Write One". LionhearTV. November 29, 2022. Retrieved February 22, 2023.
- ↑ Arceo, Therese (February 18, 2023). "Bianca Umali nilinaw na hindi si Ruru ang dahilan ng pag-anib sa Iglesia ni Cristo: It is a personal choice" [Bianca Umali cleared Ruru was not the reason for siding with Iglesia ni Cristo]. Inquirer Bandera. Retrieved March 21, 2025.
- ↑ Cabral, Kay (December 23, 2022). "Real-life celebrity couples Ruru Madrid-Bianca Umali, Paul Salas-Mikee Quintos to star in Kapuso series The Write One". LionhearTV. Retrieved March 21, 2025.
- 1 2 3 4 Ruiz, Marah (February 1, 2023). "In Photos: First taping day ng The Write One" [In Photos: First taping day of The Write One]. GMA Network Inc. Retrieved February 22, 2023.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Ruiz, Marah (January 17, 2023). "In Photos: Full cast ng The Write One, ipinakilala na" [In Photos: Full cast of The Write One, already introduced]. GMA Network Inc. Retrieved February 22, 2023.
- ↑ Roque, Nika (March 14, 2023). "Eva le Queen proud to represent the drag community in The Write One". GMA Network Inc. Retrieved March 21, 2025.
- ↑ "Instagram: littleactor_kianco". Instagram. Retrieved February 22, 2023.
- ↑ Mia, Ron (March 22, 2023). "The Write One pilot wins major ratings on TV". LionhearTV. Retrieved January 21, 2024.
- ↑ Santiago, Erwin (May 2, 2024). "Box Office Entertainment Awards 2024: DongYan, KathDen win top honors". PEP. Retrieved May 14, 2024.
- ↑ Mallorca, Hannah (July 27, 2025). "PMPC reveals nominees for 37th Star Awards for Television". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved September 20, 2026.