The Stepmother (1996)
Overview
The loving and nurturing Mariel marries Edward after his first wife abandons him and their three children. Mariel strives to win the acceptance and affection of her new stepchildren, even as she tries to define her role in the family.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | tl |
| Popularity | 3.382 |
Directed By
Olivia M. Lamasan
Crew
Joe Batac
Olivia M. Lamasan
Ricardo Lee
Olivia M. Lamasan
Malou N. Santos
Charo Santos-Concio
Jayjay Medina
Dave Hukom
Willy Cruz
Arnold Reodica
TOP CAST
Sharon Cuneta
Mariel
Christopher de Leon
Edward
Zsa Zsa Padilla
Sandra
Nida Blanca
Fides
Tita Muñoz
Ninay
Eula Valdez
Irene
Claudine Barretto
Rachel
Patrick Garcia
Ryan
Camille Prats
Liza
Rico Yan
Dodie
Teresa Loyzaga
Luchie
Cris Villanueva
Dan
Koko Trinidad
Lolo
Vangie Labalan
Manang
Cheng Avellana
Lenlen
Joseph Olfindo
Father Ben
Shielu Bharwani
Kathy
Engie Allarey
Carla
Froilan Sales
Andy
Carl Ravanes
Mikey
Gammy Viray
Mariel's Boss
Lilia Cuntapay
Fides' maid
Tata Melendez
Joey's wife
Erick C. Salud
Rachels' friend
Mae Cruz-Alviar
Rachels' friend
Jerry Sacdalan
Edward's uncle
Monette G. Quioge
Account Exec.
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