The landscape of Filipino entertainment is reaching a historic milestone this year. Supernatural comedy-drama Nurse the Dead is officially making its mark as the first-ever series from a Filipino studio to be filmed entirely in the heart of the global entertainment industry: Hollywood.
Shot on location in Los Angeles, this groundbreaking Filipino-American production is a bold collaboration between local visionaries and international stalwarts. The series is led by creator and showrunner Mark Labella, alongside a powerhouse cast and crew including Jelynn Sophia Malone, Anthony Jennings, Princess Punzalan, Ruby Rodriguez, Gigette Reyes, director Wesley Villarica of Parallax Studio, Marvin Aritrangco of Birns & Sawyer Studios Canada, and Jolly Estaris, Head of iWant.
Supporting cast includes Johari Johnson, Pablo Azar, Tootsie Guevarra, Sydney Bollenbeck, Kyle Rezzarday, Natalie Orsi, Fahim Fazli, Brett Justin Koppel.
A Story of Humor and Healing
Despite its intriguing title, Nurse the Dead is a comedy at its core. The series explores the nuanced lives of nurses, diving deep into themes of family, grief, love, and healing. It promises to balance sharp humor with the emotional realities of the medical profession, offering a unique perspective on the Filipino diaspora experience in the United States.
Adding to the show’s prestige is its official theme song, performed by Jade Riccio. Known as “Asia’s Jewel,” Riccio is an award-winning soprano, crossover artist, and the founder of RMA Studio Academy. Her powerful vocals set the stage for a series that aims to be as tonally rich as it is culturally significant.
The Premiere Unveiling
The anticipation for the series reached a fever pitch earlier this week. On May 12, the cast and crew gathered for the official Poster and Trailer Premiere. Orange Magazine PH was in attendance to cover the unveiling, capturing the excitement as the first look at this historic project was shared with the public.
The visuals showcased a polished, high-production aesthetic that bridges the gap between Manila’s storytelling and Hollywood’s technical scale.
Save the Date
Filipino viewers won’t have to wait long to see this history-making project. Nurse the Dead is scheduled to premiere on June 12 via iWant, coinciding perfectly with Philippine Independence Day—a fitting date for a show that celebrates the global reach of Filipino creativity.
