Christopher de Leon

Acting

Christopher de Leon

Born October 31, 1956 · Manila, Philippines (age 69)

Christopher Strauss de León (born on 31 October 1956) is a Filipino film actor and politician. He is the son of actor-director Gil de Leon and actress Lilia Dizon. De Leon appeared on the gag show Going Bananas and has appeared in over 120 films since the early 1970s. Dubbed as the King of Philippine Drama, he is best known for his roles in the films, "Tinimbang Ka Ngunit Kulang" (1974), "Ganito K…

Known For

Drigo Garrote: Jai Alai KingDrigo Garrote: Jai Alai King · 1978
Drigo Garrote: Jai Alai King
★ 7.01978
MovieDramaAction
Official entry to the first Metro Manila Film Festival in 1978 directed by Manuel 'Fyke' Cinco and starred Christopher de Leon, Marianne dela Riva, Dranreb, Johnny Delgado, Amy Austria, Cynthia Gonzales, Allan Valenzuela, and Manny Luna.
I Love You Mama, I Love You PapaI Love You Mama, I Love You Papa · 1986
I Love You Mama, I Love You Papa
★ 10.01986
MovieDramaFamily
A divorced couple fight over their son.
On the Job: The Missing 8On the Job: The Missing 8 · 2022
On the Job: The Missing 8
★ 10.02022
MovieActionCrime
Inspired by true events, the film chronicles the story of Sisoy Salas, a corrupt journalist seeking justice for his colleagues, and convict Roman Rubio, a hired gun who is regularly brought out of prison to perform assassinations.
The Son of BrockaThe Son of Brocka · 2005
The Son of Brocka
2005
MovieComedy
It is about a group of investigative journalists from a sub-par TV station who accidentally scores a scoop that a 21-year-old boy is looking around for his identity… he claims to be the son of the late director Lino Brocka, a known gay filmmaker.
Asphalt BloodAsphalt Blood · 1975
Asphalt Blood
★ 7.01975
MovieThrillerDrama
A group of Filipino teenagers survive a plane crash and cope to live in an island.
In My Own HandsIn My Own Hands · 1996
In My Own Hands
★ 6.81996
MovieCrimeDrama
A serial killer preying on unfaithful wives sets his eyes on an investigator's wife. The culprit is a debonair director, whose compulsion to prey on married women stems from a deep psychological trauma.
Pedro Penduko, Episode II: The Return Of The ComebackPedro Penduko, Episode II: The Return Of The Comeback · 2000
Pedro Penduko, Episode II: The Return Of The Comeback
★ 8.82000
MovieComedyAction
A man (Janno Gibbs) meets the leader (Ramon Zamora) of a distant land threatened by imminent destruction.
I ConfessI Confess · 1981
I Confess
★ 7.01981
MovieDrama
An unfaithful wife makes a true confession of her transgressions.

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Pahiram ng SandaliPahiram ng Sandali · 2012
Pahiram ng Sandali
2012
SeriesDrama
Pahiram ng Sandali or Chasing Moments is a Filipino drama series created by Suzette Doctolero, developed by Aloy Adlawan and produced by GMA Network. It premiered on November 26, 2012 replacing Coffee Prince on GMA Telebabad block and November 27, 2012 worldwide via GMA Pinoy TV. It banners Dingdong Dantes, Lorna Tolentino, Christopher de Leon and Max Collins as the four main characters. The series is under the direction of Maryo J. delos Reyes. The show is part of the network's line-up of primetime shows for the last quarter of 2012, along with Aso ni San Roque, Temptation of Wife and Paroa: Ang Kuwento ni Mariposa. The series ended on March 15, 2013 and replaced by Mundo Mo'y Akin on its timeslot. The series ran for 16 weeks with 80 episodes overall.

Philip Reyes

Crocodile WhispererCrocodile Whisperer · 2022
Crocodile Whisperer
★ 7.82022
SeriesDramaAction & Adventure
Growing up, Lolong developed an affinity with animals, thanks to his parents, Gloria and Raul. They introduced him to a gigantic crocodile named Dakila, who eventually became his friend. Unfortunately, the town’s mayor made it his crusade to kill all crocodiles in their town. Lolong’s parents were murdered when they attempted to save Dakila from the mayor’s orders.  After his parent’s murders, Lolong is raised by loving foster parents. He keeps his friendship with Dakila secret and longs to avenge his parent’s deaths. In the meantime, Lolong notices peculiar changes happening to himself. He notices that when he gets hurt, his wounds can heal instantly. He discovers that Karina, the town’s seamstress, possesses the same ability. Karina then tells Lolong that he was a member of a tribe that possessed the power to regenerate, just like crocodiles do. With the help of Dakila, Lolong battles an evil system in order to bring justice and peace to himself and to the townspeople.

Armando Banson