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John en Marsha

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John en Marsha (English: John and Marsha) is a Philippine television sitcom series broadcast by KBS/RPN. Directed by Ading Fernando, Al Quinn and Apollo Arellano, it stars Dolphy, Nida Blanca, Rolly Quizon, Dely Atay-Atayan and Maricel Soriano. It aired from November 22, 1973 to 1978. The series returned from July 25, 1980 to March 19, 1990.

John en Marsha
GenreSituational comedy
Created byAding Fernando[1]
Directed by
  • Ading Fernando
  • Al Quinn
  • Apollo Arellano
Starring
Opening theme"Rubber Ducky" by Quincy Jones
Country of originPhilippines
Original languageFilipino
No. of episodes405
Production
Running time60 minutes
Original release
NetworkKBS/RPN
ReleaseNovember 22, 1973 (1973-11-22) –
1978 (1978)
ReleaseJuly 25, 1980 (1980-7-25) –
March 19, 1990 (1990-3-19)
Related
John en Shirley (ABS-CBN)
John en Ellen (TV5)

Plot

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Marsha Jones marries the impoverished John Puruntong, much to the dismay of her wealthy mother, Doña Delilah. The latter often pays a visit to their house along with her serving-maid Matutina (played by comediene Evelyn Bontogon).[2] When money was needed, she would tell Matutina to go sweep peso bills off the floor.

Despite this, John rejects all the financial assistance Doña Delilah offers his family, resulting in a hilarious exchange of insults between the two. The show usually ends with Doña Delilah screaming her catchphrase "Kaya ikaw, John, magsumikap ka!" ("Therefore, John, you must work hard!") to insult John's capability as the father of the household. They end up making amends, giving each other abrupt hugs with Doña Delilah exclaiming "Peace, man!"

Cast

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The Puruntong family in 1975 (from top left: Matutina and Dely Atay-Atayan; bottom left to right: Maricel Soriano, Dolphy, Nida Blanca, and Rolly Quizon.

Main Cast

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  • Dolphy as John H. Puruntong[3] - The main protagonist of the story who was married to Marsha, a daughter of a rich woman, Doña Delilah. Despite this, John rejects all the financial assistance Doña Delilah offers his family, resulting in a hilarious exchange of insults between the two.
  • Nida Blanca as Marsha J. Puruntong[4] - John's loving wife and Doña Delilah's daughter.

Supporting Cast

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  • Dely Atay-Atayan as Doña Delilah G. Jones[4] - Marsha's rich, protective mother and a domineering mother-in-law to John. She often visit the Puruntong Household along with her serving-maid Matutina.
  • Evelyn Bontogon-Guerrero as Matutina - Doña Delilah's maid and "sidekick". When money was needed, she was ordered to go sweep peso bills off the floor.
  • Rolly Quizon as Rolly J. Puruntong[5] - John and Marsha's eldest son.
  • Maricel Soriano[5] as Shirley J. Puruntong - John and Marsha's sweet daughter. Shirley is a pretty and smart girl who attracts many suitors.
  • Madel de Leon as Madel Puruntong - Rolly's wife and the daughter-in-law of John and Marsha.
  • Kennely Ann Lacia as Joanna Marie "Ken-ken" Puruntong - Rolly and Madel's daughter.
  • Atong Redillas as Atong "John-John" J. Puruntong[6] - John and Marsha's youngest son.
  • Isko Salvador as Francisco "Isko" Francisco - The neighborhood storekeeper and a suitor of Shirley.[7]
  • Divino Reyes as Vino Apitong
  • Ben Tisoy as Tisoy F. Kennedy
  • Romulo Livino as Mulong Yakal

Films

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The series spawned multiple movie incarnations from 1974 to 1991:

  • John & Marsha (1974)[8]
  • John & Marsha sa Amerika (Part Two) (1975)
  • John & Marsha '77 (1977)
  • John & Marsha '80 (1980)
  • Da Best of John en Marsha sa Pelikula (1983)
  • Da Best of John & Marsha sa Pelikula Part II (1984)
  • John & Marsha '85 (Sa Probinsya) (1985)
  • John & Marsha '86: TNT sa Amerika (1986)
  • John en Marsha Ngayon '91 (1991)[9]

Spin-off

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John En Shirley
GenreSituational comedy
Based onJohn En Marsha
Written byBert de Leon

Bibeth Orteza Viva de Leon Divino Reyes Woodrow Serafin

Rhandy Reyes
Directed byBert de Leon
StarringDolphy

Susan Roces

Maricel Soriano
Production
Executive producerChristine Rosales Nini Patricia Collada
ProducerKitchie Benedicto-Paulino
Original release
NetworkABS-CBN
ReleaseJuly 29, 2006 –
October 27, 2007

A spin-off from the original series, John En Shirley, aired on ABS-CBN in 2006 with Dolphy, Maricel Soriano, Matutina and Isko Salvador reprising their roles from the original series.

Premise

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The show follows the life of the Puruntongs after the events of the original show (John En Marsha).

Cast

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Main Cast

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  • Dolphy as John H. Puruntong - Now living with his daughter, Shirley. He is a wise and honest man who still grieves the death of his beloved wife, Marsha. He strives to give the best for his family because he is the loving daddy of Atong and Shirley.
  • Susan Roces as Encarnacion "Encar" Ramirez - Shirley's mother-in-law, the new center of John's life. She is meticulous and meddlesome.
  • Maricel Soriano as Shirley Puruntong-Ramirez - Now married with Bernie and a mother to their two children, Nicole and JP. Shirley grew up to be like her daddy, being a daughter and a mommy is her challenge.

Supporting Cast

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  • Vandolph as Atong J. Puruntong - Now living with his Daddy John and sister, Shirley. He is always in trouble. Although his intentions are noble, he still ends up dealing with the wrong people.
  • Noel Trinidad as Rene Ramirez - Encar's husband and Shirley's father-in-law. A great under to his wife, nothing can be said when he is by his wife's side. But life is like electricity as long as he is with John, his bestfriend.
  • Richie Macapagal as Bernie Ramirez - Shirley's loving husband. He is dedicated to their family. He's different from his mommy Encar because his idol is John, his father-in-law.
  • Mich Dulce as Mich Ramirez - Shirley's strange sister-in-law who feels super smart and pretty. It's annoying when she brags about her baby talk.
  • Janna Baker as Nicole P. Ramirez - Shirley and Bernie's daughter. She is so pretty and smart. She always imitates her Grandma Encar's actions.
  • Ivan David as JP P. Ramirez - Shirley and Bernie's mischievous youngest son. Like Grandpa John, he is obedient and humble, that's why he's super lovable.
  • Robert Ortega as Robert - Shirley's boss. Being smart and handsome, he will do anything to get what he wants.
  • Arlene Tolibas as Aling Chona - A Sari-sari Store owner and a gossipmonger in the neighborhood.
  • Isko Salvador as Isko Francisco - Now is a co-owner of a Beauty Parlor owned by John and Atong nearby Chona's store. He still like Shirley even though she's married.
  • Bayani Agbayani as Tengteng - A friend of John who works in the Beauty Parlor. He provides the comic-relief of the show.
  • Evelyn Bontogon-Guerrero as Matutina - After the death of Doña Delilah G. Jones, Matutina is now in Davao. From being a domestic helper in the Jones' residence, she is now an ultra-wealthy businesswoman who owns several airplanes and 10 jetplanes.
  • Ricci Chan as Abhie - Matutina's energetic nephew who was hired by Shirley to be their domestic helper.

Awards and nominations

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Awards and nominations
Year Award Giving Body Category Nominated Work/ Person Results
1987 PMPC (Philippine Movie Press Club) Star Awards for Television Best Comedy Actor Dolphy Won[10]

Songs used

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Aside from "Rubber Ducky" by Quincy Jones, "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough" by Michael Jackson and "Ghosbusters" by Ray Parker Jr. was also used.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Aniceto, Ben (2007). Stay Tuned: The Golden Years of Philippine Radio : a Historical Perspective of Philippine Radio, Its Beginnings, Its Golden Years and Its Suppression in September, 1972. Rufino J. Policarpio, Jr. p. 467. ISBN 978-971-94014-0-7. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
  2. ^ Cruz, Marinel R. (May 9, 2003). "The Mother-in-law we loved to laugh at". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
  3. ^ Reyes, Lilit (July 14, 2012). "'John En Marsha' (1973-1990): We are all Puruntongs". Philippine Star. Retrieved July 13, 2020.
  4. ^ a b Garcia, Joseph Emmanuel (March 16, 2023). "An old-fashioned new sitcom". BusinessWorld Online. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
  5. ^ a b San Diego Jr, Bayani (July 13, 2006). "Swanie joins the Puruntongs". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
  6. ^ Santos, Rhea Manila (July 12, 2012). "Remembering Dolphy through his most memorable roles on TV and in film". ABS-CBN Corporation. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
  7. ^ Amoyo, Aster (April 16, 2023). "Brod Pete, nagsalita sa pagreretiro". Philstar.com (in Tagalog). Retrieved May 3, 2023.
  8. ^ Bardinas, Mary Ann (July 25, 2020). "8 of Comedy King Dolphy's remarkable, funniest movies of all-time". ABS CBN Entertainment. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
  9. ^ Villanueva, Nena (July 2, 1991). "Just What Is It That Fascinates Women about Dolphy?". Manila Standard. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
  10. ^ "Vilma, Nora lead first Star Awards for tv". Manila Standard. October 29, 1987. Retrieved May 3, 2023.
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