Open 24/7 (TV series)

Open 24/7 is a Philippine television sitcom series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by JR Reyes, it stars Vic Sotto, Maja Salvador, Jose Manalo, Sofia Pablo, and Allen Ansay. It premiered on May 27, 2023 on the network's Sabado Star Power sa Gabi line up replacing Daddy's Gurl. The series concluded on May 25, 2024 with a total of 52 episodes. It was replaced by Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko in its timeslot.

Open 24/7
Title card
Genre	Sitcom
Written by	Rhandy Reyes Lawrence Nicodemus
Directed by	JR Reyes
Starring	Vic Sotto Maja Salvador Jose Manalo Sofia Pablo Allen Ansay
Music by	Vince Lim
Country of origin	Philippines
Original language	Tagalog
No. of episodes	52
Production
Executive producer	Lizzie G. Gatdula
Producer	Vic Sotto
Cinematography	Jay Ramirez
Editor	Vanessa De Leon
Camera setup	Multiple-camera setup
Running time	36–39 minutes
Production companies	GMA Entertainment Group M-Zet Productions
Original release
Network	GMA Network
Release	May 27, 2023 (2023-05-27) – May 25, 2024 (2024-05-25)

Premise

EZ gets suddenly in charge of the convenience store, Open 24/7. The store was started by his brother who was recently been in an accident. EZ has no choice and needs to run the store by himself.^[1]

Cast and characters

Cast

Vic Sotto

Maja Salvador

Jose Manalo

Lead cast

• Vic Sotto^[2] as Elvis Zacharus "EZ" Fontanilla
• Maja Salvador^[3] as Mikaela/Mike Reselda
• Jose Manalo^[4] as Spark Fontanilla
• Sofia Pablo^[5] as Kitty "Kikay" Fontanilla
• Allen Ansay^[5] as Alexander "Al"

Supporting cast

• Kimson Tan^[6] as Kokoy
• Anjay Anson^[6] as Andoy
• Bruce Roeland^[6] as Doe
• Abed Green^[6] as Fred
• Muriel Lomadilla^[6] as Rebecca "Bekbek"

Guest cast

• Shaira Diaz as herself
• Rochelle Pangilinan as Konsihala^[7]
• Gerhard Acao as a bodyguard
• Tuesday Vargas as Chin-chin
• Ina Feleo as Susan
• John Vic De Guzman as Rico
• Jem Manicad as Dina^[8]
• Kakai Bautista as Juana^[9]
• Mikee Quintos as Patty^[10]
• MJ Lastimosa as Brenda^[11]
• Lala Vinzon as Gabriela Salvador
• Donna Cariaga as Piyaya Matriona Grey Bark
• Joel Olivera as Hermes
• Pekto as Pablo^[12]
• Prince Carlos as Prince Charming^[12]
• Ashley Rivera as Terry^[13]
• Empoy Marquez as Jerico^[14]
• Madel Palma as Gail
• Sunshine Garcia as Malu^[15]
• Pooh as Papu^[16]
• Althea Ablan as Mika^[17]
• Sanya Lopez as herself^[18]
• Matet de Leon as Mia^[19]
• Carlo San Juan as Hiro^[20]
• Pokwang as Gina^[21]
• Matt Lozano as Santa^[22]
• John Arcenas as Willy^[23]
• Kitkat as O^[24]
• Roxie Smith as Pretty Girl
• Jayson Gainza as Manlabo^[25]
• Lianne Valentin as Lady^[26]
• Yvette Sanchez as Eva^[27]
• Maricel Laxa as Margarita^[28]
• Mon Confiado as Yu^[29]
• Raphael Landicho as Gabgab^[30]
• Faye Lorenzo as Che^[31]
• Pauline Mendoza as Marina^[32]
• Saviour Ramos as Justin
• Candy Pangilinan as Yey^[33]
• Ashley Ortega as Kitty^[34]
• Ice Seguerra as Alibibe^[35]
• Vince Maristela as Felix Santillan^[36]
• Denise Barbacena as Daisy^[37]

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement People in television homes, the pilot episode of Open 24/7 earned an 8.3% rating.^[38]

References

1. Alcantara, Carissa (May 9, 2023). "Vic Sotto on TAPE's over P30 million debt: 'Bayad na, okay na!'". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
2. Policarpio, Allan (May 27, 2023). "Vic Sotto takes a break from 'daddy roles'". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved May 28, 2023.
3. "Maja Salvador, back-to-back ang bagong shows sa GMA-7 at TV5". PEP. Retrieved May 28, 2023.
4. Mallorca, Hannah (April 20, 2023). "Vic Sotto, Maja Salvador, Jose Manalo team up in upcoming sitcom Open 24/7". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved May 28, 2023.
5. "Sofia Pablo explains why she cried at mediacon with Vic Sotto, Maja Salvador". PEP. Retrieved May 28, 2023.
6. Gonzales, Rommel (May 27, 2023). "Vic Sotto mentions friendship of Open 24/7 leading lady Maja Salvador with wife Pauleen Luna". PEP. Retrieved May 16, 2024.
7. "Open 24/7: Boss EZ at Spark, mabibiktima ng scammers!". GMA Network. Retrieved June 14, 2023.
8. "Open 24/7: Magpagpag tayo beshy!". GMA Network. Retrieved November 15, 2023.
9. "Open 24/7: Juana, magugustuhan si Mike!". GMA Network. Retrieved November 15, 2023.
10. "Open 24/7: Bardagulan nina Boss E.Z. at Spark". GMA Network. Retrieved November 15, 2023.
11. "Open 24/7: Sakit nina Boss E.Z. at Brenda, magagamot kaya?". GMA Network. Retrieved August 15, 2023.
12. "Open 24/7: Kitty is reunited with her Prince!". GMA Network. Retrieved November 15, 2023.
13. "Open 24/7: Crew ni Boss E.Z., iimbestigahan ang isang misteryosang babae". GMA Network. Retrieved November 15, 2023.
14. "Open 24/7: Jerico, makikita ang nililigawan niya noon na si Mikaela". GMA Network. Retrieved September 12, 2023.
15. "Open 24/7: Kokoy, may itinatagong sugar mommy?". GMA Network. Retrieved November 15, 2023.
16. "Open 24/7: Pooh, makikipag-collab kay Kitty!". GMA Network. Retrieved November 15, 2023.
17. "Open 24/7: Lagot ang mga 'orb' kay Boss E.Z." GMA Network. Retrieved November 15, 2023.
18. "Sanya Lopez, makikisaya sa Open 24/7!". GMA Network. Retrieved November 15, 2023.
19. "Open 24/7: Kitty meets her biological mom". GMA Network. Retrieved November 15, 2023.
20. "Open 24/7: Doe, this guy is in love with you pare!". GMA Network. Retrieved November 28, 2023.
21. "Open 24/7: Spark, nagtatago kay Gina!". GMA Network. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
22. "Open 24/7: Kitty, sasaklolo kay Santa!". GMA Network. Retrieved December 13, 2023.
23. "May darating na bully sa Open 24/7". GMA Network. Retrieved January 10, 2024.
24. "Open 24/7: Fred, mabibiktima ng modus ng magandang chatmate!". GMA Network. Retrieved January 16, 2024.
25. "Open 24/7: Malabo ang graduation ni Kitty?". GMA Network. Retrieved January 31, 2024.
26. "Open 24/7: Pretty sekyu, niligtas si Boss E.Z." GMA Network. Retrieved February 5, 2024.
27. "Open 24/7: Ang pagdating ni Eva!". GMA Network. Retrieved February 23, 2024.
28. "Open 24/7: Boss E.Z., iniisnab ang bago nilang staff". GMA Network. Retrieved February 26, 2024.
29. "Open 24/7: Convenience store nina Boss E.Z. at Spark, up for sale na this Saturday?". GMA Network. Retrieved March 5, 2024.
30. "Open 24/7: Boss E.Z., bubuksan ang pinto para sa isang bata na palaboy". GMA Network. Retrieved March 12, 2024.
31. "Open 24/7: Ano ang nangyari kay Che?". GMA Network. Retrieved March 18, 2024.
32. "Open 24/7: AL, makaiwas kaya sa tukso?". GMA Network. Retrieved April 1, 2024.
33. "Open 24/7: Paano mare-reverse nina Boss E.Z. at Spark ang signs of aging?". GMA Network. Retrieved April 9, 2024.
34. Acar, Aedrianne (April 17, 2024). "Open 24/7: Ang wish na magpapabago sa buhay ni Kitty!". GMA Network. Retrieved April 22, 2024.
35. Acar, Aedrianne (April 23, 2024). "Open 24/7: Boss EZ's birthday bash!". GMA Network. Retrieved April 23, 2024.
36. Acar, Aedrianne (April 30, 2024). "Open 24/7: Idol ko noon, karibal na ngayon!". GMA Network. Retrieved April 30, 2024.
37. Acar, Aedrianne (May 15, 2024). "Open 24/7: Baby no more!". GMA Network. Retrieved May 15, 2024.
38. Mia, Ron (June 1, 2023). "How did the Vic Sotto-Maja Salvador sitcom Open 24/7 pilot episode fare in TV ratings?". LionhearTV. Retrieved January 22, 2024.

External links

• Official website
• Open 24/7 at IMDb