Little Champ is a 2013 Philippine television drama that premiered on ABS-CBN from March 18 to May 24, 2013 and worldwide on The Filipino Channel replacing Kahit Konting Pagtingin in its timeslot and was replaced by Annaliza. It stars Lito Lapid, Jhong Hilario, and JB Agustin.[1][2][3][4][5][6][7]
| Little Champ | |
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 Title card | |
| Genre | Action, Fantasy, Family |
| Created by | ABS-CBN Studios Roldeo T. Endrinal Julie Anne R. Benitez Gina Marissa Tagasa-Gil |
| Written by | Genesis Rodriguez Agnes de Guzman Randy Q. Villanueva Raymund Barcelon John Paul B. Melosantos Janice O'Hara Bridgette Ann M. Rebucca |
| Directed by | Dondon S. Santos Richard I. Arellano Mervyn B. Brondial |
| Starring | JB Agustin Lito Lapid Jhong Hilario |
| Opening theme | "Kung Kailangan Mo Ako" by Piolo Pascual with the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra |
| Composer | Rey Valera |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original languages | Filipino English |
| No. of episodes | 47 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Celeste Villanueva Lumasac |
| Cinematography | David Siat Justiano Dela Cruz |
| Running time | 45 minutes Monday to Friday at 17:45 (PST) |
| Original release | |
| Network | ABS-CBN |
| Release | March 18 – May 24, 2013 |
Synopsis edit
The story revolves around the simple lives of Caloy, his parents Lucas and Helen, and their sickly horse, Chalk.
Their quiet family life will change however when Caloy's playmate, the son of the rich haciendero Miguel, falls off a horse and dies. Miguel, who will put the blame on Caloy, will hunt the child down. Caloy will flee with his loyal horse Chalk and will find refuge under Leon del Torro, a barangay captain.
The forces of good and evil will clash when a meteorite falls, breaks into two, and lands separately on Chalk and Miguel. Powered by the meteorite, Chalk will change from a sickly horse to a powerful stallion that can talk while Miguel will experience evil powers, fueled by his lust for revenge.
Cast and characters edit
Main cast edit
- JB Agustin as Carlos "Caloy" Caballero
- Lito Lapid[2][4][9] as Leon "Amang" del Torro
- Jhong Hilario as Lucas Caballero/Leon del Torro, Jr.
- Precious Lara Quigaman as Helen Caballero
- Jake Roxas as Miguel Suarez
- Mickey Ferriols as Xiu Xiang
- Katya Santos as Maricel
- Paolo Serrano as Badong
- Coleen Garcia[2] as Alice
- Renz Fernandez[2] as Jason
Supporting cast edit
- Ruben Gonzaga as Gorio
- Alex Calleja as Sarge
Guest cast edit
- Pen Medina as Elmer
- Alchris Galura as Tatay Bong
- Kim Atienza as himself
- Rez Cortez as Mr. de Leon
- Dionne Monsanto as Ofelia
- Ana Capri as Linda
- Tony Mabesa as Wycong
- Manuel Chua as Brix
- Gina Pareño as Shuning
- Wowie de Guzman as Bondoc
- Rafael Rosell as Salazar / Ulupong
- Yayo Aguila as Dahlia
- Izzy Canillo as Charlie
- Cacai Bautista as Josie
- Joko Diaz as Jose
- Baldo Marro as Teroy
- Michael Roy Jornales as Oliver
- Jethro Ramirez as Tony
- Anica Tindoy as Sheryl
- Abegail Acan as Gracia
- Dimples Romana as Kara
- Jayson Gainza as Melchor
- Efren Reyes as Hector
- Justin Gonzales as Doy
- Franco Daza as Batch
- Helga Krapf as Faye
Special participation edit
- Jolo Revilla as Gio Suarez
- Mark Lapid as young Leon
Voice cast edit
- Maliksi Morales as Chalk
- Jane Oineza as Brown Sugar
- Eddie Garcia as Champion
- John Regala as Black Jack
- Rico J. Puno as Kurimaw
- Joonee Gamboa as Rango
- Jeffrey Tam as Astig
Soundtrack edit
OST Part 1
- Kung Kailangan Mo Ako - Piolo Pascual with the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra
- Kung Kailangan Mo Ako (Inst.) - ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra
- Unravel - Seal Team
See also edit
References edit
- ^ "About the TV Series "Little Champ"". Retrieved September 21, 2012.
- ^ a b c d "Renz Fernandez does first teleserye; not worried about being compared to parents Lorna Tolentino and Rudy Fernandez". Archived from the original on December 27, 2013. Retrieved September 21, 2012.
- ^ "Piolo Pascual sings theme song of ABS-CBN's upcoming teleserye Little Champ". Archived from the original on December 27, 2013. Retrieved September 21, 2012.
- ^ a b "ABS-CBN's Little Champ Teasers Released!". 13 September 2012. Retrieved September 21, 2012.
- ^ Little Champ Official Teaser 1 retrieved via www.youtube.com via abscbnonline user 09-26-2012
- ^ Little Champ Official Teaser 2 retrieved via www.youtube.com via abscbnonline user 09-26-2012
- ^ Little Champ - Kung Kailangan Mo Ako Music Video retrieved via www.youtube.com via abscbnonline user 09-26-2012
- ^ Little Champ Full Episodes. YouTube. ABS-CBN Entertainment. Retrieved April 5, 2016.
- ^ "Leon Guerrero paired with 'superhero horse'". Retrieved September 21, 2012.
External links edit
- Little Champ at IMDb
