From his breakout roles in Prime Video originals like Red, White & Royal Blue and Bottoms to his latest upcoming performance in The Idea of You, Nicholas Galitzine continues to mesmerize audiences worldwide with his exceptional talent and presence.
In Red, White & Royal Blue, Galitzine’s portrayal of Prince Henry captivated viewers, offering a nuanced depiction of a charming yet conflicted royal. Adapted from the bestselling novel, the film delved into themes of love, identity, and acceptance against political intrigue and familial expectations, earning Galitzine critical acclaim and a dedicated fan following.
Transitioning into Bottoms, Galitzine delivered a standout performance as Eddie, a young man navigating the complexities of friendship, love, and self-discovery within London’s vibrant underground music scene. His authentic portrayal resonated deeply, capturing the essence of a generation in flux and offering a poignant exploration of youth culture and authenticity.
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Now, Galitzine steps into the shoes of Hayes in The Idea of You, a captivating romantic drama poised to tug at audiences’ heartstrings worldwide. Portraying the 24-year-old lead singer of the planet’s hottest boy band, August Moon, Galitzine’s Hayes begins an unexpected romance with Solène, a 40-year-old single mom portrayed by Anne Hathaway. The film offers a poignant exploration of passion, sacrifice, and the transformative power of love, navigating the challenges of age, distance, and fame with courage and unwavering commitment.
Undoubtedly, Galitzine’s unique blend of charm, depth, and vulnerability continues to leave audiences spellbound as he graces screens with his magnetic presence on Prime Video titles.
The Idea of You streams exclusively on Prime Video beginning May 2. For those eager to see Galitzine’s other performances, his films are available on Prime Video. Subscribers can watch movies and series on hundreds of compatible devices from anywhere, anytime, and even download episodes for offline viewing at no extra cost. Prime Video is available in the Philippines for only PHP149 a month.
PHILIPPINES, MARCH 21, 2024 – The eight-episode second season of the HBO Original drama series, House of the Dragon debuts Monday, June 17 on HBO and HBO GO.
Francesca Orsi, Executive Vice President, HBO Programming, Head of HBO Drama Series & Films, debuted HBO’s first-ever “dueling” trailers at Series Mania in Lille, France on Thursday, March 21 as part of WBD’s announcement that Max will launch in Europe from May 21.
Westeros is on the brink of a bloody civil war with the Green and Black Councils fighting for King Aegon and Queen Rhaenyra, respectively. As each side believes theirs to be the rightful seat on the Iron Throne, the Green and Black trailers reflect those two perspectives in separate yet complementary halves of the same story. For global audiences, “All Must Choose” their side of House Targaryen as the realm fractures in season two.
Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” the series, set 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones, tells the story of House Targaryen.
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House of the Dragon Season two returning cast include Matt Smith, Olivia Cooke, Emma D’Arcy, Eve Best, Steve Toussaint, Fabien Frankel, Ewan Mitchell, Tom Glynn-Carney, Sonoya Mizuno, and Rhys Ifans. Additional returning cast includes Harry Collett, Bethany Antonia, Phoebe Campbell, Phia Saban, Jefferson Hall, and Matthew Needham.
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Season two new cast include Abubakar Salim as Alyn of Hull, Gayle Rankin as Alys Rivers, Freddie Fox as Ser Gwayne Hightower, Simon Russell Beale as Ser Simon Strong, Clinton Liberty as Addam of Hull, Jamie Kenna as Ser Alfred Broome, Kieran Bew as Hugh, Tom Bennett as Ulf, Tom Taylor as Lord Cregan Stark, and Vincent Regan as Ser Rickard Thorne.
Co-Creator/Executive Producer, George R.R. Martin, Co-Creator/Showrunner/Executive Producer, Ryan Condal, Executive Producers Sara Hess, Alan Taylor, Melissa Bernstein, Kevin de la Noy, Loni Peristere, Vince Gerardis. Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood.”
Subscribe to HBO GO online at https://www.hbogoasia.ph/ or the mobile app via the App Store or Play Store for only ₱1,190 on the 12-month plan. Or access HBO GO via Cignal and Globe. HBO GO is also available on Android TV, Apple TV, LG TV and Samsung Smart TV – and comes with AirPlay and Google Cast functionality.
Barbie Imperial and Jasmine Curtis-Smith team up for the most talked-about best friends flick of the year
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This Women’s Month, independent film production company Black Cap Pictures is set to release the much-anticipated friendship movie 3 Days 2 Nights in Poblacion in Philippine cinemas starting on March 13.
The Barbie Imperial-Jasmine Curtis-Smith comedy-drama revolves around Gabbi and Charlie, longtime best friends whose platonic love for each other is tested during their unplanned stay in the party streets of Poblacion. Will their seemingly unbreakable sisterhood finally run its course during their 3 Days 2 Nights in Poblacion?
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Asked about what attracted her to the role, Jasmine said “Gabbi is a dreamer, not just for herself but for her family. She cherishes memories and holds them close to her heart like they were just yesterday; she is also a loyal best friend.”
In the film, Gabbi is a popular prom queen who peaked in high school. She now wonders if she has achieved enough as a twenty-something and frequently seeks the validation of her soul sister Charlie.
Barbie, meanwhile, learned a lot from portraying Charlie, a cool and cosmopolitan young woman who has curated the best version of herself in the big city, far from her probinsya roots. “This film reminds us why friendship is more important than love,” she said.
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Directed by RC delos Reyes, 3 Days 2 Nights in Poblacion has been receiving rave reviews since its Influencers’ Screening held on March 5, with Cinegeeks Podcast saying it “hits so close to home, portraying a friendship that feels relatable and above all real” and content creator Ian Lee calling it “perfect for a barkada movie bonding— It made me value my friends more after watching.”
Rated R-13, 3 Days 2 Nights in Poblacion also stars JM de Guzman, Kakai Bautista, Mercedes Cabral, and Lady Morgana.
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Watch the official trailer here:
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To know more about the movie, follow Black Cap Pictures on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. Join the conversation online using the hashtag #3Days2NightsInPoblacion.
New Filipino production and distribution company Black Cap Pictures released the official poster for the “best friend movie of the year”, 3 Days 2 Nights In Poblacion, opening in Philippine cinemas on March 13.
RC Delos Reyes directs 3 Days 2 Nights In Poblacion which stars Jasmine Curtis-Smith (Transit, In My Mother’s Skin), Barbie Imperial (I Love Lizzy), JM de Guzman (That Thing Called Tadhana, Linlang), Kakai Bautista (When I Met You in Tokyo), Mercedes Cabral, and Lady Morgana (Drag Race Philippines).
In the film, two best friends from a small provincial town, Gabbi (Jasmine Curtis-Smith) and Charlie (Barbie Imperial), now all grown up into pretty young women, reunite and decide to make up for their seven years of being apart by planning to spend three days and two nights in the party streets of Poblacion. What they intended to be a fun weekend of rekindling their friendship is made complicated when they unravel secrets from their shared past.
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The official trailer will be released on Saturday. Follow Black Cap Pictures on Facebook and Instagram and join the conversation online using the hashtags #3Days2NightsInPoblacion #BlackCapPictures
PHILIPPINES, FEBRUARY 13, 2024 – Lalisa Manobal (Lisa) from BLACKPINK has joined the previously announced cast, including Leslie Bibb, Carrie Coon, Francesca Corney, Nicholas Duvernay, Arnas Fedaravičius, Christian Friedel, Scott Glenn, Walton Goggins, Dom Hetrakul, Sarah Catherine Hook, Jason Isaacs, Julian Kostov, Michelle Monaghan, Sam Nivola, Morgana O’Reilly, Lek Patravadi, Shalini Peiris, Parker Posey, Natasha Rothwell, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Tayme Thapthimthong and Aimee Lou Wood of the third installment of the Emmy®-winning HBO Original series The White Lotus, from Mike White. The series will begin production in and around Koh Samui, Phuket, and Bangkok in February and will follow a new group of guests at another White Lotus property.
Lalisa Manobal is a rapper, singer, and dancer best known as Lisa, a member of the globally renowned Korean-pop girl group, BLACKPINK. Along with her unparalleled stage presence, she is known for her unique fashion sense and trendsetting style, making her a prominent figure in the global fashion industry. Lisa is represented by LLOUD Co. and is set to star in the HBO Original series, The White Lotus Season 3.
HBO has partnered with the Tourism Authority of Thailand to support the filming and promotion of the third installment.
The first installment, which premiered July 2021 and was set in Hawaii, received 20 Emmy® nominations across 13 categories and ten wins, the most wins of any program that year, including Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series. The second installment, which premiered in December 2022, was set in Sicily and garnered 23 Emmy® nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series.
Created, written and directed by Mike White; executive produced by White, David Bernad and Mark Kamine.
Revisit The White Lotus Season 1 and 2 on HBO GO. Subscribe to HBO GO online at https://www.hbogoasia.ph/ or the mobile app via the App Store or Play Store for only ₱1,190 on the 12-month plan. Or access HBO GO via Cignal, Globe and Skycable. HBO GO is also available on Android TV, Apple TV, LG TV and Samsung Smart TV – and comes with AirPlay and Google Cast functionality.
The desert calls. Return to the world of Dune before watching one of the most exciting sequels of the year. Dune returns exclusively to IMAX starting February 7. This is your chance to experience Denis Villeneuve’s first Dune film the way it was meant to be seen. This special experience also includes a sneak peek at Dune: Part Two.
Watch the Dune: Fate featurette here:
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From Academy Award nominated-director Denis Villeneuve comes Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ Dune, the big-screen adaptation of Frank Herbert’s seminal bestseller of the same name.
A mythic and emotionally charged hero’s journey, “Dune” tells the story of Paul Atreides (Timothee Chalamet), a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, who must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people. As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet’s exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence—a commodity capable of unlocking humanity’s greatest potential—only those who can conquer their fear will survive.
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Dune was originally released in 2021 to critical and audience acclaim. The film received several nominations at the 94th Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and won Best Original Score, Best Sound, Best Film Editing, Best Cinematography, Best Production Design, and Best Visual Effects.
The Guardian praised the film, saying, “Dune reminds us what a Hollywood blockbuster can be.” Empire gave Dune five out of five stars, lauding the actors’ performances, particularly Timothee Chalamet’s: “Among the uniformly excellent performances, Timothée Chalamet holds his own in his first blockbuster leading role. In a film this size, there’s every chance he’d get swallowed up by the sandworm-like enormity of everything around him–but even against the colossal spectacle, the magnetic charisma he displayed in smaller indie fare shines through.” On Rotten Tomatoes, Dune earned a certified fresh audience rating of 90%.
On top of such accolades, Dune also boasts a successful box office run, taking in USD 402 million globally.
Continue the journey as Dune: Part Two opens in Philippine cinemas on February 28.
PHILIPPINES, JANUARY 31, 2024 – In celebration of the Lunar New Year, the Sony Interactive Entertainment Singapore/Taiwan/Hong Kong/Korea, announced its new Lunar New Year campaign featuring Korean global artiste: Kim Se Jeong (from “Business Proposal” and “The Uncanny Counter” series), titled Happy New Play-Year!
Kim Se Jeong is featured in PlayStation’s Happy New Play-Year video campaign where she steps into the PlayStation world as characters of popular PS5 games: EA FC 24, NBA 2K24, FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH and Horizon series, where she invites everyone to join her in the world of Play Has No Limit on PlayStation 5.
Additionally, fans can participate in social challenge by using specially created Instagram filter to have a ‘video call’ with Kim Se Jeong and stand a chance to win PS5 covers autographed by Se Jeong and other attractive prizes.
There will be promo offers on physical games, peripherals, digital games on PS Store and PS Plus offers, as well PS Plus engagement campaigns. More details about the Happy New Play-Year can be found here:
We’re starting off strong this 2024 as we welcome the new year with awesome shows we can marathon watch this January on Prime Video.
All the TV shows and movies available on Prime starting this January: Marry My Husband; Foe; Mashle: Magic and Muscles; Role Play; Drag Den with Manila Luzon Season 2: Retribution; Hazbin Hotel; and Expats. Photo credits: Prime Video PHMarry My Husband – January 1, 2024
Marry My Husband – January 1, 2024
Marry My Husband, based on a web novel, tells the revenge story of a terminally ill woman who witnesses her husband and best friend having an affair. Renowned rom-com queen Park Min Young, who recently delighted in Love in Contract—which is also available on Prime Video [SEA only]—portrays betrayed protagonist Kang Ji-won. Following the discovery of her best friend Jung Su-min (Song Ha Yoon) and husband Park Min-hwan (Lee Yi Kyung)’s illicit affair, Min-hwan kills Ji-won. In a twist of events, Ji-won travels back 10 years into the past and plans to reset her destiny with her colleague Yoo Ji-hyuk (Na Inwoo).
Kang Ji-won is an average woman who endures daily struggles in her home and work life. Taking care of her incompetent husband while being berated by her in-laws, she has lived sacrificially, only to have her kindness taken advantage of. Her husband, who is her only family, and her sole friend prove to be unfaithful. In addition to this devastating revelation, Ji-won also has to battle cancer.
Fortunately, Ji-won gets a second chance in life and is determined to pass on her unfortunate fate to the two betrayers.
Watch Marry My Husband’s trailer here:
Marry My Husband trailerFoe – January 5, 2023
Foe – January 5, 2023
Academy Award® nominees Saoirse Ronan and Paul Mescal star in Foe, a haunting exploration of marriage and identity set in an uncertain world. Hen and Junior farm a secluded piece of land that has been in Junior’s family for generations, but their quiet life is thrown into turmoil when an uninvited stranger (Aaron Pierre) shows up at their door with a startling proposal. Are they willing to risk their relationship, and perhaps their personal identity, for a chance to continue survival in a new world? Based on bestselling author Iain Reid’s novel, directed by Garth Davis and co-written by Davis and Reid, Foe’s mesmerizing imagery and persistent questions about the nature of humanity (and artificial humanity) bring the not-too-distant future to luminous life.
Watch Foe’s trailer here:
Foe trailer
Mashle: Magic and Muscles – January 7, 2024
Season 2 of the hit anime adaptation of a popular shonen manga series by Hajime Kōmoto.
Role Play – January 12, 2024
Role Play – January 12
Emma has a wonderful husband and two kids in the suburbs of New Jersey—she also has a secret life as an assassin for hire, a secret that her husband David discovers when the couple decide to spice up their marriage with a little role play.
Watch Role Play’s trailer here:
Role Play trailer
Drag Den with Manila Luzon Season 2: Retribution – January 18, 2024
Drag Den 2 with Manila Luzon – January 18
The hit Filipino reality drag competition returns with a new season showcasing a fresh batch of queens promising to be bigger, with a new den, a new set of rules, and a new roster of judges. This season’s 10 new queens (up from Season One’s eight) Deja, Margaux Rita, Elvira B, Feyvah Fatalé, Maria Lava, Mrs. Tan, Moi, Marlyn, Jean Vogue, and Russia Fox vie to be crowned the new “Drag Supreme”.
“Drag Lord” Manila Luzon, host and executive producer, returns with Nicole Cordoves and Sassa Gurl as the show’s “Drag Dealer” and “Drag Runner,” respectively.
Watch Drag Den’s trailer here:
Drag Den 2 trailer
Hazbin Hotel – January 19, 2024
Hazbin Hotel – January 19
Hazbin Hotel follows Charlie, the princess of Hell, as she pursues her seemingly impossible goal of rehabilitating demons to peacefully reduce overpopulation in her kingdom. After a yearly extermination imposed by angels, she opens a hotel in the hopes that patrons will be “checking out” into Heaven. While most of Hell mocks her goal, her devoted partner Vaggie, and their first test subject, adult film-star Angel Dust, stick by her side. When a powerful entity known as the “Radio Demon” reaches out to assist Charlie in her endeavors, her crazy dream is given a chance to become reality.
Watch Hazbin Hotel’s trailer here:
Hazbin Hotel’s trailer
Expats – January 26, 2024
Expats – January 26
Set against the complex tapestry of Hong Kong residents, Expats depicts a multifaceted group of women after a single encounter sets off a chain of life-altering events that leaves everyone navigating the intricate balance between blame and accountability.
Expat stars Academy Award and Emmy-winning actor Nicole Kidman, Saraya Blue, Ji-young Yoo, Brian Tee, and Jack Huston. Our very own Ruby Ruiz also appears in the series. Kidman and Lulu Wang serve as executive producers of the series.
Watch Expats trailer here:
Expats trailer
I’m excited to binge watch all these shows and movies this January. I’m hoping you guys get to watch them too so I can geek out with you. Let me know which one you are currently watching!
So last night, a red carpet advance screening for the Philippine historical film, GOMBURZA, was held in Gateway Mall, Cubao and weeks prior to this, I actually attended another advance screening that they had of the same film. I shared my initial reaction for GOMBURZA that I was blown away by it and the overall message that I was left with.
Since I was sick and got busy having my medical checkups and tests done, writing the full film review had me putting it on the back burner. I think now’s the best time for me to share my thoughts about the film, and promote it, since it’s going to be shown in PH cinemas starting tomorrow, December 25.
GOMBURZA, is MQuest Ventures’, Jesuit Communications, and CMB Film Services’ entry to the 49th Metro Manila Film Festival. Written and directed by Pepe Diokno and adapted from a screenplay by Rody Vera, this biographical film follows the story of GOMBURZA, the acronym for the 3 Filipino priests who were wrongfully accused in having connection with the 1872 Cavite Mutiny. They were later on executed by garrote or strangulation.
The film stars Dante Rivero as Padre Mariano Gomez, Enchong Dee as Padre Jacinto Zamora, and Cedrick Juan as Padre Jose Burgos. Piolo Pascual is also in this film, playing the role of Padre Pedro Pelaez, another Filipino priest who is Padre Burgos’ mentor. Also in the cast are Epi Quizon, Direk Carlos Siguion-Reyna, Jaime Fabregas, Khalil Ramos, Elijah Canlas, Neil Ryan Sese, Paolo O’Hara, Tommy Alejandrino, Dylan Ray Talon, and many more.
You might ask why I’m rooting for GOMBURZA to win this year’s Best Picture in MMFF. There were a couple of things that I liked the most about this film.
This cinematic masterpiece takes you on a time travel back to the 3 martyred priests’ time, and what makes this film so special, is that every heavy scene of it feels so raw, dark, and unsettling, yet you will feel some kind of hope glimmering and a fire blazing in you, as you understand more about the background on the tragic end of the three priests. I am not exactly a fan of historical films, and truth be told, I don’t really know much details about GOMBURZA’s execution. But by watching GOMBURZA, this would make you want to deep dive in more for facts, and learn more about our history and of our true heroes.
First off, I would like to acknowledge the stellar actors in this film. I think that Dante Rivero is the perfect Mariano Gomez as he exudes that authority, wisdom, and experience that would make anyone look up to him with so much respect. Enchong Dee’s display of his acting skills left me so affected in his role as Padre Zamora. Call me naive or whatever, but I actually had no idea that Padre Zamora had lost his mind since they were given the death sentence. GOMBURZA needed a phenomenal performance from Enchong in his depiction of Padre Zamora’s descent to madness, and man, did he deliver!
And as for Cedrick Juan, I’m sorry if I’m not too familiar with his previous projects. All I know is that he’s a great theater actor, and I only got to see his acting for the first time in GOMBURZA. After watching this film, I can confidently say that he has a great chance of bagging the Best Actor award for this year’s MMFF Awards. Cedrick Juan gave a wonderfully nuanced performance as Padre Burgos. He is sensational in GOMBURZA and his performance in this film demonstrates his competence as an actor on the big screen. I am pretty sure that as soon as moviegoers get to see this film, they would be rooting for Cedrick Juan to win Best Actor too and they would definitely praise him for his acting.
As for Direk Pepe Diokno’s directing skills, I think that he’s the most well-suited filmmaker for this kind of movie. You can tell from watching GOMBURZA on just how dedicated Direk Pepe was in making this film. Sure, the first part of the film was somewhat slow paced and filled to the brim with so much well-researched information, that it would kind of make you anxious if you’d miss out anything important because there are so many details being told, one after another. Good thing that despite my short attention span, I was actually hooked to the characters and the story all the way through because of the way it was exceptionally portrayed.
The film has its hits and misses but for me, GOMBURZA is beautifully shot and moving, and brilliantly executed, that I can only marvel at its greatness. It will demand your full attention and your self introspection.
But of course, this is one of the most important parts of our history that ignited the fire in our countrymen and marked the awakening of nationalist consciousness, leading to the 1896 Philippine Revolution against Spain, so we really should expect that they’re squeezing in a ton of information on what these three martyred priests went through, for a film that has a runtime of almost two hours.
The film’s message, an indirect question to us by the filmmaker himself, would make you reflect on your role as a citizen of this country: BUHAY PA BA ANG ALAB SA PUSO MO?
In a time like this when there’s so much misinformation and fake news are being spread to change the important parts of our history to mislead and deceive people, I think that it is necessary that we would be reminded of why we are enjoying our freedom today. GOMBURZA will be a great reminder of that.
151 years later and I think that the message behind the martyrdom of the three priests is still relevant up to this day. Direk Pepe Diokno’s GOMBURZA could be the start of an awakening to us all Filipinos that we should always stand up against any form of injustice or oppression. This is the kind of film that would get you thinking and talking for days after seeing it!
I highly recommend this film and I assure you it’s all going to be worth it!
Experience the magic of the global pop icons’ historic concert performed in Busan, South Korea
BTS: Yet to Come will premiere on Prime Video in the Philippines and more than 240 countries and territories on November 9
Prime Video announced that the concert movie BTS: Yet to Come, will be available on Prime Video in the Philippines and more than 240 countries and territories worldwide starting November 9. BTS: Yet to Come,took place in October 2022, when the seven-member band performed in Busan, South Korea. As a part of Busan’s World Expo 2030 bid, the concert was held at the Asiad Main Stadium with approximately 50,000 people in attendance. BTS features RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook.
The concert film, producedby HYBE, CJ 4DPlex, and Trafalgar Releasing, will include 19 performances of their hit tracks, such as “Dynamite,” “Butter,” “RUN,” “MIC Drop,” “Yet to Come (The Most Beautiful Moment),” and more. Touching speeches, electrifying stages, spectacular fireworks, and more will be palpable as consumers get a concert-like experience through watching BTS: Yet to Come on Prime Video. Prime Video consumers can enjoy the captivating show from anywhere, anytime, and rewatch it on their compatible devices.
“We are thrilled to partner with HYBE in welcoming BTS: Yet to Come to Prime Video,” said David Simonsen, director of Prime Video Southeast Asia. “We know the popularity of high-quality Korean content worldwide and we look forward to delighting consumers around the globe with BTS: Yet to Come. We are excited to see the concert movie and this genre find new audiences from different countries on Prime Video.”
Prime Video customers in the Philippines and 240 countries and territories worldwide will be able to stream BTS: Yet to Come starting November 9. BTS: Yet to Come joins thousands of other shows and films available on the Prime Video catalogue, such as Linlang, Fit Check: Confessions of an Ukay Queen, Cattleya Killer, Ten Little Mistresses, Walang KaParis, and Deleter. Korean titles such as Jinny’s Kitchen, Island, The Kidnapping Day, The Killing Vote, HeartBeat, Lies Hidden in My Garden, Tale of The Nine Tailed 1938, and, anime hits such as Rurouni Kenshin, on top of award-winning and critically acclaimed Amazon Originals like Gen V, Citadel, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, The Boys, Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, and Emmy and Golden Globe winners Fleabag and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Prime Video members are able to watch films and shows anywhere and anytime on hundreds of compatible devices. In the Prime Video app, members can also download episodes on their mobile devices and tablets and watch anywhere offline at no additional cost. Prime Video is available in the Philippines for just PHP149 per month.
The Lovelace Is In 