Codename: Asero
Codename: Asero (transl. Codename: Steel) is a 2008 Philippine television drama science fiction series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Mark A. Reyes and Mike Tuviera, it stars Richard Gutierrez in the title role. It premiered on July 14, 2008 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing Joaquin Bordado. The series concluded on November 14, 2008 with a total of 90 episodes. It was replaced by Luna Mystika in its timeslot.
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| Developed by | R.J. Nuevas |
| Directed by | |
| Starring | Richard Gutierrez |
| Ending theme | "Asero" by Janno Gibbs |
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| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language | Tagalog |
| No. of episodes | 90 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Wilma Galvante |
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| Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
| Running time | 30-45 minutes |
| Production company | GMA Entertainment TV |
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| Original network | GMA Network |
| Picture format | SDTV 480i |
| Original release | July 14 – November 14, 2008 |
Premise
Grecko lives a double life as the Agent Phoenix of The Advocate, a secret agency whose mission is to get rid of lawbreakers in the world. The Advocate's number one opponent, The Empire, aims to destroy them. When The Advocate sends Agent Phoenix on a mission, Grecko decides to meet Emily San Juan in Dubai and the Empire finds out Grecko is Agent Phoenix. The Empire kidnaps Grecko's sister and only agrees to release her if he works for them. He is offered the task to find and deliver a software program called Project: Hercules in exchange for her freedom. Grecko agrees and he goes on an operation that results in him losing his memory and being turned into a cyborg, codenamed Asero.[1]
Cast and characters
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- Lead cast
- Richard Gutierrez as Grecko Abesamis / Phoenix / Asero[2]
- Supporting cast
- Heart Evangelista as Emily San Juan[3]
- Richard Gomez as Ibsen Abesamis / Zeus
- Janno Gibbs as Geron Aguilar / Rock Star
- Caridad Sanchez as Bertita
- Carmina Villaroel as Lady Q
- Paolo Contis as Dave Aviejo
- Michael V. as Bodjie X
- Chynna Ortaleza as Fran Guevarra
- Recurring cast
- Rhian Ramos as Claire Morales
- Ehra Madrigal as Dayze Tagimoro
- Joanne Quintas as Gelyn Abesamis
- Francine Prieto as Aureana
- Marky Cielo as Troy Motimor
- Bubbles Paraiso as Minnie
- T-mur Lane Lee as F4
- Schai Sigrist as Pigtails
- Alfred Marquezas as B
- Karen delos Reyes as Cleo
- Chariz Solomon as Gigi
- Martin delos Santos as Tam-Tam
- Shyr Valdez[4]
Ratings
According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of Codename: Asero earned a 40.1% rating.[5] While the final episode scored a 32.5% rating.[6]
Accolades
| Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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| 2009 | 23rd PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Primetime Drama Series | Codename: Asero | Nominated | [7] |
References
- GMA-7’s sci-fi series "Codename: Asero" airs on July 14 pep.ph
- FIRST READ ON PEP: Richard Gutierrez never considered leaving GMA-7 pep.ph
- Heart from Codename: Asero to Luna Mystika Archived October 27, 2008, at the Wayback Machine
- Llanes, Rommel R. (August 13, 2011). "Shyr Valdez returns to television after three-year hiatus; talks about her "bugbugan" scene with Bea Binene". Retrieved November 2, 2021.
- Santiago, Erwin (July 15, 2008). "TV Ratings (July 14): "Codename: Asero" and "Iisa Pa Lamang" open with a bang!". Retrieved March 7, 2018.
- Santiago, Erwin (November 18, 2008). "TV Ratings (Nov. 14-17): "Luna Mystika" weaves magic on its pilot episode". Retrieved March 7, 2018.
- Reyes, William R. (October 26, 2009). "23rd Star Awards for Television nominees bared". Retrieved May 2, 2020.