The Story of Us (TV series)

This article is about the 2016 Philippine television series. For other TV (mini-)series with similar names, see The Story of Us (disambiguation).

The Story of Us is a 2016 Philippine television drama romantic series broadcast by ABS-CBN. Directed by Richard V. Somes, Will S. Fredo and Cathy Garcia-Molina, it stars Kim Chiu and Xian Lim.^[1][2][3] It aired on the network's Primetime Bida line up and worldwide on TFC from February 29 to June 17, 2016,^[4] replacing On the Wings of Love and was replaced by Born for You.

The Story of Us
Title card
Genre	Melodrama Romance
Developed by	Malou N. Santos Des M. de Guzman
Written by	Reign Loleng Maan Dimaculangan-Fampulme
Directed by	Richard V. Somes Will S. Fredo Cathy Garcia-Molina
Starring	Kim Chiu Xian Lim
Music by	Francis Concio
Opening theme	"Kailangan Kita" by Angeline Quinto
Composer	Ogie Alcasid
Country of origin	Philippines
Original language	Filipino
No. of seasons	2
No. of episodes	77 (list of episodes)
Production
Production locations	Palawan, Philippines New York City, United States Manila, Philippines
Running time	30-45 minutes
Production company	Star Creatives
Original release
Network	ABS-CBN
Release	February 29 (2016-02-29) – June 17, 2016 (2016-06-17)
Related
On The Wings of Love Born for You

Synopsis

Tin and Macoy are childhood friends turned lovers who grew up together in El Nido, Palawan and dreamed of a better life for them and their family. Circumstances will drive them apart as Tin goes to the United States. Separated from each other, the two are forced to work on their own, driving them further apart until their relationship crumbles.

Cast and characters

Main cast

• Kim Chiu as Cristine "Tin" Manalo
  • Alyanna Angeles as young Cristine "Tin"
• Xian Lim as Ferdinand "Macoy" Sandoval Jr.
  • Zaijian Jaranilla as young Ferdinand "Macoy"

Supporting cast

• Shaina Magdayao as Lucia "Cia" Cristobal
• Princess Punzalan as Clodette Lowery
• Zsa Zsa Padilla as Myra Simbulan
• Kira Balinger as Caitlin
• Aiko Melendez as Carmy Santos-Manalo
• Susan Africa as Aurora Sandoval
• Gardo Versoza as Ferdinand "Ferdie" Sandoval Sr.
• John Arcilla as Danilo "Danny" Manalo
• Janus del Prado as Ruben "Bok" Garcia
• Nikki Valdez as Maritess Garcia
• Nonong "Bangkay" de Andres as Eddie Sandoval
• Eric Quizon as Miguel
• Leandro Muñoz as Alex
• Carlo Muñoz as Alvin
• Beth Tamayo as Stella

Guest cast

• Eddie Gutierrez as Luis Cristobal
• Marita Zobel as Martha Cristobal

Ratings

KANTAR MEDIA NATIONAL TV RATINGS
(9:30PM PST)

PILOT EPISODE	FINALE EPISODE	PEAK	SOURCE
18.2%	23.1%	23.1%	[5][6]

Awards and nominations

Year	Association	Category	Recipients	Result
2016	6th Eduk Circle Awards	Best Drama Actress of the Year	Kim Chiu	Won
		Best Drama Actor of the Year	Xian Lim	Won
	30th PMPC Star Awards for Television	Best Primetime Drama Series	The Story of Us	Nominated
		Best Drama Actress	Kim Chiu	Nominated
		Best Drama Actor	Xian Lim	Nominated
	6th OFW Parangal Awards	Best Drama Actress	Kim Chiu	Won
2017	48th Box Office Entertainment Awards	TV Actress of the Year		Won

See also

• List of programs broadcast by ABS-CBN
• List of ABS-CBN Studios original drama series