Acting
Panchito
Born — Died
1925-02-25 — 1995-12-18
Place of birth
Paco, Manila, Philippines
Known for
Acting
Credits
60 titles
Panchito Alba (born Alfonso D. Tagle, Sr.; February 25, 1925 – December 18, 1995) was a FAMAS award-winning Filipino film actor who almost exclusively appeared in comedy roles. He was billed as either "Panchito Alba" or simply "Panchito". Known for his swarthy looks and a prominent big nose, which was often the target of ridicule. Panchito frequently appeared as a comedic foil to Dolphy, where the two are best friends in real life.
Known for
4.0A spoof of the Filipino fantasy icon Ang Panday and He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. A mysterious beggar bestows great power upon a blacksmith who showed him kindness. Will it be enough to counter the threat by strange beings from another world?
She-Man: Mistress of the Universe
1988
9.0Comedy legend and veteran actor Jimmy Santos stars as Bondying, a large adult man that acts and thinks like a child. Based on the comic book character created by the legendary graphic novelist and "King of Philippine Komiks" Mars Ravelo.
Bondying: The Little Big Boy
1989
NRA young family breadwinner witnesses a crime and assumes a female identity to elude the criminals who doggedly hunt him down.
Charot
1984
Filipino film based on the serial comics published by Liwayway magazine.
Aristokrata
1954
9.0No synopsis available yet.
Bugoy
1979
4.0Official entry to the first Metro Manila Film Festival in 1984 directed by Angel Labra and starred Eddie Garcia, Panchito, Cachupoy, Fauzi Omar, Isabel Rivas, Barbara Luna, Julie Ann Fortich, Donna Villa, and Rosemarie de Vera.
Atsay Killer: Buti Nga Sa'yo
1984
Film credits
1990s · 7 titles
6.0Sam and Miguel are your typical come-what-may laborers, collecting garbage in flashy subdivisions. In their workplace, they get maltreated by two of their co-workers, sometimes getting them into trouble.
Sam & Miguel (Your Basura, No Problema)
1992
6.0Berto is secretly in love with his neighbor Melanie, who hates him because of her constant unpleasant encounters with him. One day, Berto’s son’s petition to send him in the US has been approved, while Melanie also gets a visa to the US and plans to work as a teacher abroad. Meanwhile, Berto’s friend Robin also wins a ticket to fly abroad, so Berto and Robin fly together. Melanie always hates the times she bumps with Berto, who is intentionally snooping her. But on a particular day, Berto and Robin saves Melanie from the hands of sexual abusers who try to make a move on her. Melanie begins to appreciate Berto in a different light. The two became closer to each other when they were pressed in a situation that would send Melanie home, and would risk the life of Berto’s grandson. Melanie and Berto pretend as couple and the US immigration’s constant checking makes them stay closer than ever.
Home Sic Home
1995
5.0Alyas Batman en Robin is a 1991 Filipino Batman comedy film produced by Regal Films spoofing the 1960s Batman television series. The movie was initially an unauthorized production, set to capitalize on the then in-production 1989 Batman film starring Michael Keaton. Warner Brothers threatened legal action and the release of the film was delayed until legal entanglements could be sorted out. The film was released in 1991, two years later than the intended 1989 release.
Alias Batman and Robin
1991
8.0A 1993 Filipino drama anthology film by Joey Gosiengfiao.
Ligaw-Ligawan, Kasal-Kasalan, Bahay-Bahayan
1993
6.5a film by Jose 'Pepe' Wenceslao.
Hotdog
1990
5.0Evil Queen Luka (Tetchie) must meet a quota of wicked dead to regulary feed their guardian dragon or lose her throne to Moynita. Moynita wins the queenship after capturing Aiza. To win her back, the dragon must be killed. Only Enteng, Aiza's father, can save her.
Okay Ka, Fairy Ko!
1991
A wobbly street vendor (Noel 'Ungga' Ayala), an ignorant probinsyano (Rene Requiestas) and an unemployed loafer (Jimmy Santos) meet in a small-time restaurant run by Mama L (Vangie Labalan). Realizing they all have hungry stomachs, they hang on to each other. After several attempts in looking for a job, they finally sees a solution to their problems, the lottery. - Written by anonymous
Small Medium Large (Fits All Sizes)
1990
1980s · 21 titles
4.0A spoof of the Filipino fantasy icon Ang Panday and He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. A mysterious beggar bestows great power upon a blacksmith who showed him kindness. Will it be enough to counter the threat by strange beings from another world?
She-Man: Mistress of the Universe
1988
9.0Comedy legend and veteran actor Jimmy Santos stars as Bondying, a large adult man that acts and thinks like a child. Based on the comic book character created by the legendary graphic novelist and "King of Philippine Komiks" Mars Ravelo.
Bondying: The Little Big Boy
1989
NRA young family breadwinner witnesses a crime and assumes a female identity to elude the criminals who doggedly hunt him down.
Charot
1984
4.0Official entry to the first Metro Manila Film Festival in 1984 directed by Angel Labra and starred Eddie Garcia, Panchito, Cachupoy, Fauzi Omar, Isabel Rivas, Barbara Luna, Julie Ann Fortich, Donna Villa, and Rosemarie de Vera.
Atsay Killer: Buti Nga Sa'yo
1984
4.0Jack and Jill face a new whole adventure- this time in America! When they received a telegram from their dead uncle's lawyer they were prompted to go to the US immediately. Thinking she can have everything back, Jack decides to sell her jeepney and exhaust her savings to buy their plane ticket. But the day they are about to know the span of their uncle's riches they witness the murder of his lawyer! Jack and Jill must get out fast before the killers get to them first.
Jack & Jill Sa Amerika
1988
6.5Starzan part 2.
Starzan II
1989
8.0No synopsis available yet.
Always in My Heart
1983
NRA simple man runs for Congress with hilarious consequences.
My Bugoy Goes to Congress
1987
NRStruggling to make ends meet, John (Dolphy) decides to seek his fortune in the United States, with son Rolly (Rolly Quizon) in tow. After narrowly avoiding deportation, he takes a job in a factory, unaware that it's a front for one of the country's biggest drugs.
John en Marsha '86: TNT sa Amerika
1986
6.3A philipine parody of the Rocky Saga about Rocky Tan-go, a pour man with a golden heart.
Johny Rocky Tan-Go Part IV
1986
7.0On a mission to eradicate crime, Baldo the “Goatbuster” disguised himself as his brother Bogard, ahead of a very notorious syndicate.
Goat Buster: Sa Templo ni Dune
1985
4.0When the old man became ill Jack took over her father's job of chauffeuring for a handsome millionaire whose rather eccentric mother had decided to adopt Jill so she could fulfill her dream of having a daughter. But Jill was really Jack's sister or brother.
Jack & Jill
1987
7.0The story follows Juan, a beloved businessman in his provincial town known for his countless acts of generosity to others. His heart of gold also caught the attention of the town’s seamstress, Akang, as he becomes her secret admirer—constantly giving her gifts to show his affection which always ends up in silly mishaps.
My Juan en Only
1982
NRTwo families are rivals in the funeral business.
Nagalit Ang Patay sa Haba ng Lamay
1985
8.0When his country-dwelling aunt takes to a sick bed, John (Dolphy) and the rest of the Puruntong clan head to the hinterlands for an extended stay. Can the fish-out-of-water family overcome the culture shock of rural life without killing one another? Nida Blanca, Matutina, Rolly Quizon and Maricel Soriano reprise their roles in this Filipino comedy based on the popular 1980s TV series "John and Marsha."
John en Marsha '85 sa Probinsya
1985
6.0No synopsis available yet.
Daddy's Little Darlings
1984
5.6Forced by his family to join the army, Johnny Rambo ends up in the squad of misfits.
Rambo Tan-Go Part III
1985
8.0A man becomes pregnant when he has sex with his wife for the first time.
Bakit Kinagat Ni Adan Ang Mansanas Ni Eba?
1988
7.0The back to school adventures of Elvis Presto and James D, two bestfriends who likes to act, dress, and look like their idols Elvis Presley and James Dean respectively.
Elvis & James
1989
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Balimbing
1986
3.7After Facifica straightens his sexual preference and becomes a man, he reverted to his old name Pacifico and becomes a doting husband to Pilar and a generous father to his three sons: Eric, Rolly, and Rodrigo. Unfortunately, after Pilar dies and leaves Pacifico a widow, this affected Rodrigo so much that later on he finds out he is more female in heart than his brothers. Rodrigo has come to terms with his homosexuality and tries to gain acceptance from his father. Zsa Zsa Padilla marries Dolphy. Rodrigo finds out that his father used to be gay even though Facifica refuses to admit it. Facifica eventually comes to terms with his son's sexuality.
The Children of Facifica Falayfay
1987
1970s · 14 titles
9.0No synopsis available yet.
Bugoy
1979
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Shadow of the Dragon
1973
NRDrakula Goes to RP was a horror comedy that topbilled Dolphy and Maritess Revilla. In the story, Dolphy has a half-brother (Navarro) who is based in London. One day, a package was delivered to him and since it was huge, he remarked: “Ang bait naman ng kapatid ko, nagpadala pa ng refrigerator.” The ref turned out to be a coffin and when Dolphy opened it, there was Rod Navarro — deader than dead. I consider that a master stroke because from comedy, the audience was engulfed within moments by a horror scene that was scary.
Drakula Goes to R.P.
1973
10.0No synopsis available yet.
John & Marsha sa Amerika (Part Two)
1975
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Jack and Jill and John
1975
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Ta-ra-ra-dyin Pot-pot
1972
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Meron Akong Nakita... (Hindi Ko Sasabihin!)
1975
8.0In his numerous incarnations, Pedro Penduko is an ordinary human being with no superpowers. He is, however, resourceful and quick-witted in battling evil forces. He is aided by a magical amulet.
Ang Mahiwagang Daigdig ni Pedro Penduko
1973
NRThe story comes from the classic novel. The task was to capture the magical Ibong Adarna to cure their father's illness. The one who can bring home the bird will be the heir to the throne.
Ang Hiwaga ng Ibong Adarna
1972
3.2No synopsis available yet.
Fefita Fofonggay viuda de Falayfay
1973
8.0No synopsis available yet.
Love Pinoy Style
1972
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Sarhento Fofonggay: A, Ewan!
1974
10.0A story of marriage and its hiccups between Dolphy and Nida Blanca
Tulak ng Bibig, Kabig ng Dibdib
1970
NRA story about Julieta who is courted by a janitor and a principal.
Si Romeo at si Julieta
1972
1960s · 7 titles
NRA story about a young feisty female street vendor who undergoes a change when she became a helper of a rich family.
Mariang Kondesa
1966
9.0No synopsis available yet.
King & Queen for a Day
1963
3.0A young boy, Facifica is raised as a girl by his mother, Aling Kobay, who had been longing for a daughter. When Facifica’s mother dies, his brothers tries to teach him combat skills and how to act like a "real man." Later, he meets Pilar, a movie star that Facifica idolizes. He falls in love with her and feels the need to protect her.
Facifica Falayfay
1969
8.0No synopsis available yet.
Mga Manugang ni Dracula
1963
10.0A story about two families fighting for a position during an election.
Kandidatong Pulpol
1961
9.0No synopsis available yet.
5 Yugto ng Buhay
1961
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Serenata
1961
1950s · 11 titles
Filipino film based on the serial comics published by Liwayway magazine.
Aristokrata
1954
9.0A story about Camilla a college student who is just about to graduate receives tragic news that her parents got killed in a car accident. Upon receiving the news her cousin Priscilla along with her uncle visits and comforts her. One day the fiance of Priclila returns home and meets Camilla and falls in love with her.
Schoolgirl
1957
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Pagoda
1958
10.0The intriguing story of a strange love affair. Too thrilling for her to resist. Too lovely for him to forget. Too painful for one to remember.
Veronica
1957
10.0A remake of Carlos Vander Tolosa’s original 1937 hit of the same name, which launched Sampaguita Pictures.
Beautiful star
1957
7.0A deadly weapon in the hand of a fiery woman only one man could tame it's fast-streaking fury.
Balisong
1955
7.0Centering on a hedonistic woman’s escapades throughout the urban landscape of Manila.
Waldas
1955
NRAn adaptation of the comic of the same name.
Ukala
1954
8.0A story about a man who saves a horse that was about to be put down not knowing that the horse was magical and could talk.
Silveria
1958
9.0Honeymoon comes to people in love but with their worlds so far apart - will their dreams ever reach fulfillment?
Pulot Gata
1958
6.1"MN" stands for Marissa Navarro, a character played onscreen by screen legend Carmen Rosales. It tells of a story of Marissa, a strict, heartless, domineering and fiery heiress and daughter of a wealthy landowner, who instills and sows fear among its populace.
MN
1954
