Season 1 • Episode 155
LatestMariMar is a Filipino drama series previously being broadcast in GMA Network, starring Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes. Though a remake-adaptation of a Mexican telenovela the setting and some of the storylines were altered. Directed by Joyce E. Bernal and Mac Alejandre, the series premiered on August 13, 2007 and ended on March 14, 2008. It was aired internationally with a one week delay on GMA Pinoy TV, which became a huge success to Filipino viewers abroad. The series also aired in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, China, Cambodia, Uganda and in the United States And on Fil-Am Digital TV Network.
Acting
Marian Rivera's transformation from innocent to vengeful icon.
Costume
The butterfly clip era—every outfit screamed 2007.
Production
Beach location shoots that made every episode look expensive.
Creator
Inés Rodena
Marian Rivera
Marimar Perez
Dingdong Dantes
Sergio Santibanez
Katrina Halili
Angelika Santibáñez
Jaclyn Jose
Señora Angelika
Richard Gomez
Renato Santibañez
Jestoni Alarcon
Gustavo Aldama
Rita Avila
Lupita Aldama
Boboy Garrovillo
Padre Porres
Leo Martinez
Pancho Perez
Caridad Sanchez
Cruz Perez
Michael V.
Fulgoso's voice
Manilyn Reynes
Corazon
Gabby Eigenmann
Nicandro Mejia
Sheena Halili
Monica
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This remake cemented Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes as Philippine entertainment royalty—their real-life romance began here and became tabloid obsession for years.
The original 1994 Mexican version starred Thalía, but the Filipino adaptation became so iconic that 'Marimar' is now synonymous with Marian Rivera's face in Southeast Asian markets.
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