Hoy, Love You! is a Philippine romantic comedy streaming television series starring Joross Gamboa and Roxanne Guinoo.[1] The series premiered on iWantTFC on January 18, 2021.[2] The series has been renewed for a second season, which premiered on September 11, 2021.[3][4] On June 3, 2022, the series has been renewed for a third season which premiered on September 30, 2022.

Hoy, Love You!
GenreRomantic comedy
Sitcom
Written byRonald Allan Habon
Directed byTheodore Boborol
Starring
Opening theme"Hoy, Love You!"
by Ogie Alcasid and Regine Velasquez
ComposerJonathan Manalo
Country of originPhilippines
Original languages
  • Filipino
  • English
No. of seasons3
No. of episodes17
Production
Executive producers
Producers
  • Raquel Frieda Buenvenida
  • Camille Mendigorin
Production locationsBarangay Sawang, Lobo, Batangas
EditorAlexces Megan Abarquez
Running time40–50 minutes
Original release
NetworkiWantTFC
ReleaseJanuary 18, 2021 (2021-01-18) –
October 21, 2022 (2022-10-21)

Premise edit

Single parents Jules and Marge are in pursuit of their personal dreams in life for themselves and their respective children. The two accidental meet each other but soon develops a close relationship when they are both assigned to work on a construction project together in the province.[5]

Cast and characters edit

Main Cast:

Supporting Casts:

Episodes edit

SeasonEpisodesOriginally aired
First airedLast aired
17January 21, 2021 (2021-01-21)January 24, 2021 (2021-01-24)
26September 11, 2021 (2021-09-11)October 16, 2021 (2021-10-16)
34September 30, 2022 (2022-09-30)October 21, 2022 (2022-10-21)

Season 1 edit

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleOriginal release date
11"Episode 1"January 18, 2021 (2021-01-18)
Marge, a single mom and interior designer, meets Jules, a widower and small-time contractor, in a small accident that starts off their acquaintance on the wrong foot. Teamed up for a renovation project in the scenic town of Lobo, Batangas, the two develop an unexpected friendship. As they are forced to work closely together, feelings start bubbling under the surface.[7]
22"Episode 2"January 19, 2021 (2021-01-19)
Jules musters up the courage to declare his intentions for Marge as the renovation project nears completion. Poised to make his move, someone important from Marge's past arrives and throws his plans up in the air. Now, Jules must not only vie for Marge's affection, but also prove himself to be the better man.[8]
33"Episode 3"January 20, 2021 (2021-01-20)
Jules keeps getting his attempts at wooing Marge thwarted by Richard. He tries to win some brownie points when he and his daughter JR are invited to a picnic that Richard organized. As they spend time together, several secrets are revealed.[9]
44"Episode 4"January 21, 2021 (2021-01-21)
JR and Charles make their way to a hidden island, where they bond and share how they feel about their parents' romance. Jules, Marge (Roxanne Guinoo-Yap), and Richard rush to get to their children, thinking they have run away and are in need of rescue. Meanwhile, the source of the bad blood between Elizabeth and Malu is revealed.[10]
55"Episode 5"January 22, 2021 (2021-01-22)
Jules works to win over Elizabeth, and shows that he is capable of providing for Marge and her son. As he tries to impress his girlfriend's family, he unknowingly neglects his friends.[11]
66"Episode 6"January 23, 2021 (2021-01-23)
As Marge turns down a surprise marriage proposal from Richard, Jules is brought to thinking that he is getting in the way of reuniting their family. Meanwhile, things between Elizabeth and Malu come to a head in a catfight.[12]
77"Episode 7"January 24, 2021 (2021-01-24)
Jules decides to step back to keep himself from getting in the way of Marge's chance to put her family back together. He strives to focus on the construction firm, while Marge halfheartedly prepares for her family's flight to London. Torn between what their minds and hearts are saying, their loved ones give them a little nudge to go for what they truly want.[13]

Hoy Love You Two (Season 2) edit

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleOriginal release date
81"One Step Forward, Two Steps Back"September 11, 2021 (2021-09-11)
92"Who’s the Boss"September 18, 2021 (2021-09-18)
103"Little by Little"September 25, 2021 (2021-09-25)
114"Are You Kid-Ding Me"October 2, 2021 (2021-10-02)
125"Sweets For My Sweet"October 9, 2021 (2021-10-09)
136"Always Be My Baby"October 16, 2021 (2021-10-16)

Hoy Love You 3 (Season 3) edit

No.
overall
No. in
season
TitleOriginal release date
141"Baby, Baby, Baby Oh"September 30, 2022 (2022-09-30)
Marge and Jules find out they are having a baby, but are warned to prepare for some difficulties along the way. Richard announces his role in the town's newest construction company.
152"Hello, is It Me You're Looking For?"October 7, 2022 (2022-10-07)
Elizabeth and Malu badger Marge with pregnancy advice. Richard tries to recruit Jules' friends to the new construction company. Kara's old friend Kulas keeps winning everyone over, while Tommy takes a shine to newcomer Agnes.
163"Shock-Shock-Shock, Who's There?"October 14, 2022 (2022-10-14)
Rumors of an "aswang" on the loose and an elevated blood pressure set the pregnant Marge on the edge. Charles and JR plan a double date to keep things platonic between Kara and Kulas. Tommy recruits Jules, Bart, and Drew to help him serenade Agnes.
174"We Are Family"October 21, 2022 (2022-10-21)
Jules and the family plan a gender reveal party for Marge. Charles' insecurities about Kulas come to a head during a beach cleanup. A complication threatens Marge and the baby.

Production edit

Marvin Agustin and Jolina Magdangal were initially cast to lead the series. In November 2020, Agustin left the project at the last minute, prompting the production to find a replacement.[14][15]

Release edit

Broadcast edit

The show's first season had its Philippine TV Premiere from July 31 to September 11, 2021, on Yes Weekend Saturday primetime on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live and A2Z replacing Bawal Lumabas: The Series and was replaced by Unloving U.

Hoy Love You 3 premiered on October 15 to November 13, 2022, on Yes Weekend Sunday primetime on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live and A2Z replacing Flower of Evil and was replaced by Dream Maker. It also aired international via TFC (The Filipino Channel).

References edit

  1. ^ "Joross and Roxanne find love as single parents in iWantTFC romcom "Hoy, Love You!"". ABS-CBN Corporate. January 12, 2021. Retrieved January 15, 2021.
  2. ^ "Joross Gamboa, Roxanne Guinoo's 'Hoy, Love You' to air on A2Z". ABS-CBN News. May 26, 2021.
  3. ^ "Joross, Roxanne's 'Hoy, Love You' to have second season". ABS-CBN News. August 8, 2021.
  4. ^ "Hoy Love You Two Full Trailer - iWantTFC Original Series". YouTube. Retrieved August 22, 2021.
  5. ^ Hoy Love You, retrieved August 22, 2021
  6. ^ a b c "Pepe Herrera, ibinida ang 'good vibes' na hatid ng 'Hoy, Love You'". ABS-CBN News. August 13, 2021.
  7. ^ "Hoy Love You January 18, 2021". Retrieved August 18, 2021.
  8. ^ "Hoy Love You January 19, 2021". Retrieved August 19, 2021.
  9. ^ "Hoy Love You January 20, 2021". Retrieved August 20, 2021.
  10. ^ "Hoy Love You January 21, 2021". Retrieved August 21, 2021.
  11. ^ "Hoy Love You January 22, 2021". Retrieved August 22, 2021.
  12. ^ "Hoy Love You January 23, 2021". Retrieved August 23, 2021.
  13. ^ "Hoy Love You January 24, 2021". Retrieved August 22, 2021.
  14. ^ "Marvin Agustin, biglang umatras sa project nila ni Jolina Magdangal". PEP.ph. Retrieved August 22, 2021.
  15. ^ ""Hoy! Love You!" scrambles to find Marvin Agustin replacement". ph.news.yahoo.com. Retrieved August 22, 2021.

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