TBA Studios launches character posters of 'Quezon'

Get ready to step back into history with Quezon, the latest cinematic masterpiece from acclaimed director Jerrold Tarog (Heneral Luna, Goyo). The newly released character posters are giving an exciting first look at the powerhouse ensemble cast bringing this chapter of the Bayaniverse to life.

 

Jericho Rosales and Benjamin Alves in the titular role as the matured and young versions of MLQ

Headlining the film is Jericho Rosales in the titular role, alongside a stellar lineup that includes Benjamin Alves, Mon Confiado, Iain Glen (Game of Thrones), Arron Villaflor, Cris Villanueva, Romnick Sarmenta, Karylle, JC Santos, Jake Macapagal, Bodjie Pascua, Angeli Bayani, Jojit Lorenzo, Joross Gamboa, Therese Malvar, Ana Abad Santos, and Ketchup Eusebio. Find all other posters here.

Directed by Tarog, Quezon marks the third installment in the critically acclaimed Bayaniverse series—following the epic retelling of Filipino heroes in Heneral Luna and Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral. This time, the spotlight is on President Manuel L. Quezon and his bold, often complicated legacy.

The film is produced by Daphne O. Chiu-Soon, with support from TBA Studios Chairman Emeritus Fernando Ortigas and CEO E. A. Rocha. Jericho Rosales also steps behind the camera as co-executive producer, joined by associate producers Margie Navarro-De Guzman and Atty. Rod Vera.

Tarog co-wrote the screenplay with veteran playwright Rody Vera, and the production is stacked with talent behind the scenes: cinematography by Pong Ignacio, production design by Monica Sebial, sound by Immanuel Verona and Fatima Salim, and visual effects by The Post Office.

Quezon is a recipient of the CreatePHFilms incentive from the Film Development Council of the Philippines—a mark of its cultural significance and cinematic ambition.

Mark your calendars: Quezon hits Philippine cinemas on October 15, with an international premiere to follow.

Stay tuned for more updates—and don’t miss the chance to witness this powerful new chapter in Philippine cinema.

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Historical biopic ‘Quezon’ coming exclusively to theaters on October 15

TBA Studios has announced that its historical biopic film “Quezon” will premiere exclusively in Philippine theaters on October 15, 2025.

“Quezon” marks the much-awaited conclusion of the film studio’s cinematic “Bayaniverse” trilogy, a series of films based on Philippine history that includes 2015’s “Heneral Luna,” the Philippines’ highest-grossing historical movie of all time; and 2018’s critically acclaimed “Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral.”

Jericho Rosales plays the title role of Philippine President Manuel L. Quezon. Jerrold Tarog returns to the TBA Studios Bayaniverse as director.

Filming for “Quezon,”—which is expected to follow the life of Quezon, who became the President of the Commonwealth of the Philippines—officially wrapped on June 10.

Reprising their roles from “Heneral Luna” and “Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral” are Benjamin Alves as Young Manuel L. Quezon and Mon Confiado as Emilio Aguinaldo. Iain Glen, known for his portrayal of Jorah Mormont in the hit American fantasy television series “Game of Thrones,” joins the cast as Leonard Wood.

The film also stars Arron Villaflor (who also returns to the TBA Studios “Bayaniverse” as Joven Hernando), Cris Villanueva (who plays the adult Joven Hernando), Romnick Sarmenta (Sergio Osmeña), Karylle (Aurora Quezon), JC Santos (Manuel Roxas), and Jake Macapagal (Manuel Nieto). Bodjie Pascua, Angeli Bayani, Jojit Lorenzo, Joross Gamboa, Therese Malvar, Ana Abad Santos, Ketchup Eusebio, and Nico Locco complete the cast.

“Quezon” is produced by Daphne O. Chiu-Soon with the support of TBA Studios' Chairman Emeritus Fernando Ortigas and TBA Studios’ CEO E. A. Rocha. Jericho Rosales served as co-executive producer, with Margie Navarro-De Guzman and Atty. Rod Vera as associate producers. Jerrold Tarog and Rody Vera co-wrote the screenplay. Behind the camera, Tarog is joined by Pong Ignacio (Director of Photography), Monica Sebial (Production Design), Immanuel Verona and Fatima Salim (Sound), and The Post Office (Visual Effects).

This film is a recipient of the CreatePHFilms incentive from the Film Development Council of the Philippines

After opening in Philippine theaters on October 15, “Quezon” will premiere internationally at a later date.

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QUEZON wraps filming — watch the livestream wrap party tonight at 6:30 PM!

The epic historical film QUEZON marks the end of production with a grand wrap party — and you’re invited to join the celebration from wherever you are! Tune in tonight, June 12, at 6:30 PM for the official livestream on TBA Studios’ TikTok and Facebook pages.

Get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the journey of QUEZON, meet the powerhouse cast, and relive the moments that brought this monumental story to life. The event will be hosted by Karen Mae de Vera and Bob Jbeili, and will feature appearances from the cast portraying some of the most pivotal figures in Philippine history:

Cast Appearances Include:

• Jericho Rosales as President Manuel L. Quezon
• Therese Malvar as Nadia Hernando, daughter of Joven
• JC Santos as Manuel Roxas
• Cris Villanueva as Older Joven Hernando (from Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral)
• Ketchup Eusebio as Pedro Janolino (from Heneral Luna)
• Mon Confiado as Emilio Aguinaldo (from Heneral Luna and Goyo)
• Romnick Sarmenta as Sergio Osmeña
• Angeli Bayani as Maria Agoncillo, Aguinaldo’s wife
• Benjamin Alves as Young Manuel L. Quezon (from Heneral Luna and Goyo)
• Jake Macapagal as Manuel Nieto, Quezon’s trusted aide
• Joross Gamboa as Eduardo Rusca
• Ana Abad Santos as Carmen Hernando, Joven’s wife
• Karylle as Aurora Quezon
• Arron Villaflor as Young Joven Hernando (from Heneral Luna and Goyo)

Meet the Cast at TOYCON 2025!

As a special treat to fans, the cast of QUEZON will make a public appearance at TOYCON Day 2 on Saturday, June 14, at the SMX Convention Center, SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City.

Catch them on the ToyCon stage at 2:00 PM, where they will talk more about the making of QUEZON and their experiences playing these historical roles. An autograph signing session will follow for fans and collectors. 

Don’t miss out on this historic moment as QUEZON prepares for its upcoming release. Follow @TBAStudiosPH on TikTok and Facebook for updates, livestream links, and exclusive content.

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Quezon meets Quezon: TJ Trinidad surprises Jericho Rosales on the set of “Quezon”

In a delightful surprise, actor TJ Trinidad graced the set of the highly anticipated historical biopic "Quezon" last Saturday, April 26. Trinidad immediately connected with lead actor Jericho Rosales, sharing a warm hug and exchanging heartfelt words of support and camaraderie.

Trinidad briefly portrayed Quezon in the final scene of "Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral." However, due to personal commitments, he had to step away from continuing in the role. Earlier this year, TBA Studios, the production company renowned for its blockbuster historical series "Heneral Luna," "Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral," and now "Quezon," announced that Rosales would take on the significant role of Manuel L. Quezon, the first President of the Commonwealth of the Philippines.

Daphne Chui, TJ Trinidad, Jerrold Tarog, Romnick Sarmenta and Jericho Rosales

Despite stepping back from the role, Trinidad has given his full support to the project, extending his congratulations to both Jericho Rosales and Benjamin Alves, who have previously played the younger Quezon in “Heneral Luna” and “Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral.”

The filming for "Quezon" is still on going with a target local and international theatrical release later this year.

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TBA Studios taps ‘Game of Thrones’ actor Iain Glen to join historical biopic ‘Quezon’

“Game of Thrones” actor Iain Glen is joining the cast of TBA Studios’ biographical historical movie “Quezon,” the film company announced on March 17, 2025.

Iain Glen and Director Jerrold Tarog

Glen, whose credits include the role of Jorah Mormont in the fantasy drama television series, “Game of Thrones,” has been cast as Leonard Wood, the United States Army major who served as Governor-General of the Philippines. Wood played a pivotal role in Manuel Quezon’s quest for Philippine independence from the United States.

The Scottish actor met the cast and crew of the film for their script reading at The Manila Hotel in Manila, Philippines earlier this year.

“Quezon” director and co-writer Jerrold Tarog said the casting of Glen as Leonard Wood makes the film “much more alive.” “(Iain Glen) has gravitas. But at the same time, he can let loose, which is important for the role of Leonard Wood,” he said.

“We are very honored to have Iain Glen in ‘Quezon’,” said TBA Studios President and COO Daphne O. Chiu. “This film is shaping up to be one of the biggest productions in Philippine cinema, with one of the largest casts ever assembled. We are excited to share with Iain—and the rest of the world—the production scale and level of artistry that Filipino filmmakers are capable of."

Cast and crew of TBA Studios' Quezon

The Philippine government agency National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) have announced their support for the project, with the latter providing funding for the movie. The country's Department of Tourism and the QCinema Film Foundation have also given their support to the film.

Glen joins Jericho Rosales, who plays the film’s title role of Philippine President Manuel L. Quezon.

Jericho Rosales and Iain Glen during the reading of Quezon

Aside from his role as Jorah Mormont in “Game of Thrones,” Glen is known for playing memorable characters such as Dr. Alexander Isaacs in the action horror film series “Resident Evil” and Sir Richard Carlisle in “Downton Abbey.” More recently, he played Dr. Pete Nichols in Apple TV+’s dystopian drama “Silo,” and Magnus MacMillan in Prime Video’s supernatural thriller “The Rig.” He is also the voice actor for Juste Belmont in Netflix’s animated show “Castlevania: Nocturne.”

“Quezon,” which is expected to follow the life of the Filipino lawyer and soldier who became the President of the Commonwealth of the Philippines from 1935 to 1944, is set to begin production this March.

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BRIDGES OF LOVE premieres tonight on ABS-CBN

Watch the newest teleserye that will heat up weeknights on ABS-CBN. From Star Creatives, maker of stories that brought us happiness, bravery, fear, hate and love, brings BRIDGES OF LOVE -- a story of two brothers that were separated by time but bridged by a total stranger. Will she reunite them or tear them apart?

Featuring three of the country's most admired stars in their time, Paulo Avelino as Carlos, Jericho Rosales Gael as and Maja Salvador as Mia. Joining them are Edu Manzano and Carmina Villaroel.

Turn your TV to ABS-CBN starting tonight, 9PM and you have to see it from the very beginning, after Dream Dad. See the trailer below.

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