Cruz vs Cruz

Cruz vs Cruz
An image of Lexi Gonzales, Kristoffer Martin, Vina Morales, Elijah Alejo, Neil Ryan Sese, Caprice Cayetano and Gladys Reyes. The series title is displayed on the lower center of the image.
Title card
GenreDrama
Directed byGil Tejada
Starring
Theme music composerRina May Mercado
Opening theme"Kung Mababalik" by Vina Morales
Country of originPhilippines
Original languageTagalog
No. of episodes138
Production
Running time22–29 minutes
Production companyGMA Entertainment Group
Original release
NetworkGMA Network
ReleaseJuly 21, 2025 (2025-07-21) –
January 17, 2026 (2026-01-17)

Cruz vs Cruz is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Gil Tejada, it stars Vina Morales, Gladys Reyes, Neil Ryan Sese, Kristoffer Martin, Lexi Gonzales, Elijah Alejo and Caprice Cayetano. It premiered on July 21, 2025 on the network's Afternoon Prime line up. The series concluded on January 17, 2026, with a total of 138 episodes.

The series is streaming online on YouTube.

Premise

Manuel's family starts to be broken apart, when he commits an adultery while working overseas.

Cast and characters

Cast
An image of Vina Morales.
Vina Morales
An image of Gladys Reyes.
Gladys Reyes
Lead cast
Supporting cast
Guest cast

Development

The series was announced by GMA Network in January 2025. On January 17, 2025, Gil Tejada was announced as the director, alongside cast members including Vina Morales, Neil Ryan Sese, Lexi Gonzales, Kristoffer Martin, Pancho Magno, Cassy Lavarias, Gilleth Sandico, Caprice Cayetano and Elijah Alejo.

Production

Principal photography commenced on February 14, 2025.

Reception

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement People in television homes, the pilot episode of Cruz vs Cruz earned a 7.5% rating. The final episode scored a 5.6% rating.

Critical response

Boy Abunda of The Philippine Star complimented the performances of actors Neil Ryan Sese and Pancho Magno, stating both actors "gave sincerity and depth" in their respective roles.

References

  1. 1 2 Mariano, Dianne (July 2, 2025). "Cruz vs. Cruz theme song is now available for streaming". GMA Network Inc. Retrieved September 19, 2025.
  2. ↑ "Cruz vs. Cruz (Full Episodes) - YouTube". YouTube. Retrieved December 23, 2025.
  3. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Mauricio-Arriola, Tessa (June 20, 2025). "Dynamic drama times three". The Manila Times. Retrieved June 20, 2025.
  4. 1 2 "Cruz vs. Cruz earns praise in pilot episode". The Philippine Star. July 25, 2025. Retrieved July 25, 2025.
  5. ↑ Santiago, Ervin (September 2, 2025). "Will Ashley may solo concert na; GMA Afternoon Prime hataw sa ratings" [Will Ashley has solo concert now; GMA Afternoon Prime hit on ratings]. Inquirer Bandera. Retrieved September 8, 2025.
  6. ↑ Pasajol, Anne (January 18, 2025). "Vina Morales marks GMA comeback with new TV series". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved January 19, 2025.
  7. 1 2 Mariano, Dianne (September 10, 2025). "Cruz vs. Cruz: Nagkagulo na sa bahay ni Felma!" [Cruz vs Cruz: Chaos happened at house of Felma!]. GMA Network Inc. Retrieved September 19, 2025.
  8. ↑ Fernando, Jefferson (June 23, 2025). "Stars headline afternoon slot with daring dramas". Daily Tribune. Retrieved July 25, 2025.
  9. ↑ Mariano, Dianne (July 10, 2025). "Lexi Gonzales introduces new TV character". GMA Network Inc. Retrieved September 19, 2025.
  10. ↑ Mariano, Dianne (September 11, 2025). "Caprice Cayetano's beauty charms netizens". GMA Network Inc. Retrieved September 19, 2025.
  11. ↑ Mariano, Dianne (June 10, 2025). "Vina Morales at Gladys Reyes, masaya sa set ng Cruz vs. Cruz: We work as a family" [Vina Morales and Gladys Reyes, happy on set of Cruz vs. Cruz: We work as a family]. GMA Network Inc. Retrieved September 19, 2025.
  12. ↑ "GMA-7 celebrates 75th year in 2025 with stellar line-up of shows". PEP. January 4, 2025. Retrieved February 8, 2025.
  13. ↑ Gabinete, Jojo (January 17, 2025). ""OG Kapuso" Vina Morales balik-GMA makalipas ang 25 taon" ["OG Kapuso" Vina Morales return-GMA after 25 years]. PEP. Retrieved September 8, 2025.
  14. ↑ Yap, Jade Veronique (February 17, 2025). "Vina Morales starts taping for Cruz vs. Cruz". GMA Network Inc. Retrieved September 19, 2025.
  15. ↑ "Masamang lagay ng panahon, malaki rin ang epekto sa showbiz" [Bad situation of weather, big effect too in showbiz]. PEP. July 22, 2025. Retrieved July 22, 2025.
  16. ↑ "TV Ratings: Cruz vs. Cruz finale, House of Lies pilot episode". PEP. January 21, 2026. Retrieved January 21, 2026.
  17. ↑ Abunda, Boy (August 31, 2025). "Neil Ryan Sese and Pancho Magno share trade secrets". The Philippine Star. Retrieved September 8, 2025.