just be happy in life and fight fairly and be united with each other
I never get tired of watching it, every episode gives me good vibes every episode is good, never boring to watch.even though I've seen it on TV, I repeat it on YouTube or wherever you can watch it I hope there will be many p p episodes even if it takes 2 years or more I will never get tired of watching it, because besides the fact that every episode is good, you will learn something more, you will learn to fight fairly, you will learn to be united with each member,and you won't be sad because it's all about laughter. good luck running man ph. ❤️❤️❤️❤️💞💞💞💞💞💞💞Was this review helpful to you?
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GMA, Please Don’t Give Up on Running Man PH!
Okay, so as a big fan of the original Running Man Korea, I honestly had zero expectations for the Filipino version. I really thought it wouldn’t hit the same way. I mean, as a Filipino myself, I know our kind of humor is super different from Korean humor, so I wasn’t expecting much.Then they announced the cast… and I knew I wasn’t the only one raising my eyebrows. A lot of the names were pretty new or unfamiliar, especially for a national TV show. Of course, there were familiar faces like Glaiza, Mikael, Buboy, and Ruru, but the rest—Angel, Kokoy, Lexi—were still pretty new to many viewers. So yeah, it kinda felt like we were all expecting this show to flop.
But when I found out it was co-produced by SBS, the original creators of the Korean version, that gave me a bit of hope. The editing, the games, the whole setup—it really felt like Running Man. What I was waiting to see was whether the cast could bring their own humor and chemistry.
And you know what? After watching the first 3 episodes, I was actually surprised—in a good way. They didn’t try to copy the Korean cast, which was something I appreciated. We didn’t get a “Filipino Yoo Jae-suk” or a “Kim Jong-kook wannabe.” Instead, they just tried to be themselves, and honestly, it worked better than expected.
Mikael and Glaiza, being the eldest, could’ve easily fallen into that “leader role” like in the Korean version, but they brought their own style. Angel and Kokoy—let’s be real—were obviously being set up like a Monday Couple version, but I didn’t mind. Their chemistry was cute and felt natural, not cringey or forced. I’ve also watched other Running Man versions like China’s Keep Running, and they do love that couple pairing too. It works if it’s genuine, and for me, Angel and Kokoy's dynamic worked.
Then we had Buboy and Lexi. Their bond gave more of a kuya-bunso or brother-sister vibe, which was actually refreshing.
Now, one thing I noticed is that everyone was super competitive. Like, really going all out in the games—which I get, it’s season 1, everyone wants to make an impression. But sometimes they took it a bit too seriously, and the comedy kinda got lost in those moments. Still, not a huge deal.
Guest choices? Honestly, pretty solid. They matched the energy of the cast, and it didn’t feel out of place.
Now, I won’t break down each cast member’s gameplay, but I have to talk about the finale. They did the superpower battle, which is iconic from the Korean version, and I’m so glad they went with that.
The standout for me was Angel Guardian. She started the season kind of quietly, but wow—she’s actually super competitive, low-key strategic, and brainy. She survived a lot of missions, even eliminated stronger players, and I think she totally deserved that “Ultimate Runner” title.
Other cast members who really brought good energy were Buboy and Mikael—they were super entertaining. Glaiza had her funny moments too. Lexi seemed a bit shy, but I can tell she’s competitive. Maybe she’ll open up more in the next season.
If there’s one thing I really want to say—it’s that I hope GMA doesn’t give up on this show.
Running Man Korea started in 2010 and it took YEARS before it became a legend. We can’t expect the Filipino version to be perfect right away. The cast is still adjusting, the audience is still adjusting—so GMA should let it grow. I hope they continue supporting it and not cancel it too soon. There's so much potential here.
If I could wish for one more thing, it’s for the cast to relax and enjoy more. I get that the games are physical and the prizes are tempting, but at the end of the day, Running Man shines when everyone’s having fun. The real magic comes from the laughter during the chaos.
Overall, this version of Running Man was so much better than I expected, and I honestly want to see more.
They’re off to a good start—just let it grow.
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I want more!
I love Lexi's strategy. The best. She knew how she's going to play from the very start. Too bad, she didn't win the last match. But still, it was the best strategy in this episode.Well. I guess that's it. Hopefully there will be Season 2 this 2023, with the same production quality but in the Philippines. I hope GMA, and other local productions, can learn from this. From using multiple cameras, providing monopods for the celebrities, and not being 'kuripot' with editing and special effects budget. This is what we need to revitalise the local entertainment industry, especially in the variety show space.
Once we learn from this, then we can add our “Filipino touch”. For now, not just GMA, other productions too, let's stick with the Korean style of production and editing. There's no shame in learning from others. Our neighbours once learned from us when we were the leaders in Asia-Pacific, it's our turn to learn from them.
I am hopeful for the Philippine entertainment industry as a whole. It's More Fun In The Philippines, after all. Mabuhay! Shalom!
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Really fun to watch.
This one is a must try to all of the comedy suckers just like me. If you want a good laugh you might want to consider this show. All the cast have done a great job and I for one can only say that this is a success and I'm proud for them. My jaws hurt laughing and I think that's a good thing, never really felt like that for a long while. Their uniqueness makes this show really cute and really funny. Even when they do kid with each other it only shows that they all have a good friendships on and off cam.Was this review helpful to you?
PERFECT CASTING
RUNNING MAN PH DID NOT DISAPPOINT RM FANS.I TELL YOU GUYS, EVEN IF YOU ARE NOT FAMILIAR WITH THE CASTS. TRUST ME, YOU WILL LOVE THEM BECAUSE OF THEIR NATURAL SKILLS, PASSION AND WITS DURING EVERY GAMES. I LOVE THE VARIETY OF THEIR LAUGHS WHICH MAKES THE SCENES FUNNIER AND LIVELIER.
MEDYO OFF LANG SA'KIN YUNG PILIT NA LOVETEAM SA FIRST RACE PA LANG. PERO OVERALL, LALO NA SA GAMES, THEY DIDN'T FAIL TO MAKE ME LAUGH. IF STRESSED KAYO, I RECOMMEND YOU TO WATCH RUNNING MAN PH.
SO FAR SO GOOD. MAGANDA RIN YUNG EDITING, PARA TALAGANG KOREAN VERSION. PERO ANG MAS MAGANDA NGAYON, DI KO NA KAILANGAN PA NG SUBTITLE PRA MAINTINDIHAN ANG SINASABI NILA AHAHAHAHA
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