# Abot-Kamay na Pangarap

Abot-Kamay na Pangarap (transl. the dream within reach / international title: Hands on the Dream) is a Philippine television medical drama series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by L.A. Madridejos, it stars Carmina Villarroel and Jillian Ward. It premiered on September 5, 2022 on the network's Afternoon Prime and Sabado Star Power sa Hapon line up. The series concluded on October 19, 2024 with a total of 659 episodes. It is the longest running drama series of GMA Network, based on episode count.
The series is streaming online on YouTube.

## Premise

Mother and daughter, Lyneth and Analyn go through difficulties in life. They both hope, they would meet their dreams and share each other's successes someday. A researcher will find out Analyn's level of intelligence, leading her to study in a medical school.

## Cast and characters
### Lead cast

* Carmina Villarroel as Lyneth Santos
* Jillian Ward as Analyn Santos-Young

### Supporting cast

* Richard Yap as Robert Jose "RJ/Obeng" Tanyag
* Dominic Ochoa as Michael Lobrin
* Pinky Amador as Moira Rutaquio-Tanyag / fake Morgana Go
* Andre Paras as Luke Antonio
* Wilma Doesnt as Josaline "Josa" Enriquez-Valencia
* Kazel Kinouchi as Zoey R. Tanyag
* Jeff Moses as Reagan Tibayan
* Dexter Doria as Susana "Susan" Burgos
* Chuckie Dreyfus as Raymond "Ray" Meneses
* Ariel Villasanta as Cromwell "Croms" Valencia

### Recurring cast

* Denise Barbacena as Eulalia "Eula" Sarmiento
* Patricia Coma as Grace Villar
* Alexandra Mendez as Jhoanne Lery H. Dizon
* John Vic De Guzman as Kenneth "Ken" Prado
* Che Ramos-Cosio as Katherine "Katie" Enriquez
* Eunice Lagusad as Karen Elise G. Caudal
* Alchris Galura as Evan Andrew L. Nicolas
* Anya Gonzalez Almario as Joyce "Joy" Cruz
* Fritzie Aquino as Nerissa Sandoval
* Leo Martinez as Joselito "Pepe" Tanyag
* Dianne dela Fuente as Patricia Menor
* Allen Dizon as Carlos Enrico Benitez
* Dina Bonnevie as Giselle Marie Tanyag
* Ken Chan as Lyndon Ramirez Javier
* Prince Clemente as Neskrist "Krist" Ilustre
* Chanel Latorre as Luningning "Ning" Sandoval
* Sam Pinto as Denise Evangelista
* Raheel Bhyria as Harrison "Harry" Benitez
* Carlo San Juan as Vico Manalastas
* Michael Sager as Mico de Ocampo
* Kirsten Gonzales as Bridgette Lavezares
* Tonton Gutierrez as Eric Refuerzo
* Klea Pineda as Justine Refuerzo
* Marx Topacio as Omar "Dax" Dacanay
* Chrome Prince Cosio as Mark Gonzaga
* Pilar Pilapil as Chantal Dubois vda. de Rutaquio
* Sophia Senoron as Daphne

### Guest cast

* Heart Ramos as younger Analyn
* Sophie Albert as Hazel Roces
* Kyle Ocampo as younger Zoey
* Chlaui Malayao as Wendy
* Elia Ilano as younger Grace
* Jenzel Angeles as Sheba
* Alvin Francisco as Alvin
* Winston Tiwaquen as Win
* Jon Lucas as Timothy "Tim" Campos
* Melissa Mendez as Tim's mother
* Ariella Arida as Shamcey
* Joyce Ching as Faith Villar-Castillo
* Shaira Diaz as Olivia "Olive" Garcia
* Jan Marini as Denoy
* Lianne Valentin as Riza
* Anjo Damiles as Oscar
* Betong Sumaya as Obet Villarin
* Zonia Mejia as Jemily Villarin
* Arny Ross as Bea Almasan
* Samantha Lopez as Cherry Mendoza
* Mavy Legaspi as Jordan Mendoza
* Cassy Legaspi as Jewel Mendoza
* Max Collins as Izzy
* Dion Ignacio as Bart
* Pekto as Elmer
* Gabby Eigenmann as Benedicto "Benny" Caballero
* Jamir Zabarte as Darwin Caballero
* Archie Alemania as Lando
* Shanelle Agustin as Jyra
* Ryan Eigenmann as Arman Tinio
* Stanley Abuloc as Toybits
* Sue Prado as Mildred
* Haley Dizon as Cindy
* Crystal Paras as Marga
* Francis Mata as Yamato Hiroshi
* Tess Antonio as Priscilla Ortiz
* Ejay Fontanilla as Arman de Vera
* Gino Ilustre as Timoteo Villarica
* Frances Ignacio as Eleanor Villarica
* Arra San Agustin as Emily
* Angel Leighton as Valeen Ferrer
* Divine Aucina as a flower vendor
* Leanne Bautista as Precious
* Manilyn Reynes as Melba Salazar
* Pauline Mendoza as Katelyn Salazar
* James Marco as Bogs
* Gian Magdangal as Lander Soler
* Thou Reyes as Quinito
* Euwenn Mikaell as Andoy
* Pokwang as herself
* Shayne Sava as younger Giselle
* Abdul Raman as younger Eric
* Brianna Advincula as younger Justine
* Luke Conde as Froilan
* Jackie Lou Blanco as Leticia "Lotus" Madrigal
* Cecil Paz as Bogart
* Lloyd Samartino as Constantino de Leon
* Mia Pangyarihan as Warden Reyes
* Geneva Cruz as Irene Castro-Benitez
* Jem Manicad as Irene's friend
* Jana Trias as Ninang
* Ian Ignacio as Germie
* Elijah Alejo as Carla Madrigal
* Cai Cortez as Joyce
* Gene Padilla as Empoy
* Marcus Madrigal
* Jemwell Ventenilla as Arman
* Ronnie Liang as Maniago
* Shyr Valdez as Violeta "Violy" Reyes
* Ruru Madrid as Elias P. Guerrero / Black Rider
* Empoy Marquez as Oscar "Oka" Santos
* Herlene Budol as Marikit "Pretty" Calaguas
* Alex Medina as Empoy
* Rodjun Cruz as Gabby Cifra
* Joyce Anne Burton as Lara Cecilio
* Mika Salamanca as Emerald Añonuevo
* Pepita Curtis as Kimmy Chika
* Anjay Anson as Tinoy
* Divina Valencia as May
* Eva Darren as Juanita "Juaning" Banaag / Juanita "Nita" Francisco
* Gladys Reyes as real Morgana Go / Nushi G.
* Mark Herras as Gilbert
* Tart Carlos as Olga
* Jess Martinez as Diwata 'Diwa' Tibayan
* Caprice Cayetano as Apple Francisco
* Madeleine Nicolas as Apo Binig-an
* MJ Lastimosa as Claire Bermudez
* Ji Soo as Kim Young
* Kenji San Pablo as William "Willy"
* Gilleth Sandico as Roda
* Andrew Gan as Richie

## Casting

In June 2022, the cast of the series was announced. In April 2024, actors Ruru Madrid, Empoy Marquez and actress Herlene Budol made an appearance as Elias Guerrero, Oka Santos and Pretty Calaguas respectively, who all originated from the Philippine television action drama series Black Rider.

## Production

Principal photography commenced in July 2022.

## Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement People in Television Homes, the pilot episode of Abot-Kamay na Pangarap earned a 6.3% rating. The final episode scored a 9.6% rating. The series had its highest rating on July 29, 2023, with a 13.9% rating.

## Accolades

Accolades received by Abot-Kamay na Pangarap :
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Result |
| 2023 | Platinum Stallion National Media Awards | Television Drama of the Year | Abot-Kamay na Pangarap | Won |
| 2023 | 12th Northwest Samar State University Students' Choice Awards for Radio and Television | Best Actress in Daytime Series | Jillian Ward | Won |
| 2023 | 12th Northwest Samar State University Students' Choice Awards for Radio and Television | Best Daytime Drama Series | Abot-Kamay na Pangarap | Won |
| 2023 | 12th Northwest Samar State University Students' Choice Awards for Radio and Television | Best Supporting Actor in Daytime Series | Richard Yap | Won |
| 2023 | 12th Northwest Samar State University Students' Choice Awards for Radio and Television | Best Supporting Actress in Daytime Series | Carmina Villarroel | Won |
| 2023 | 45th Catholic Mass Media Awards | Best Drama Series/Program | Abot-Kamay na Pangarap | Special citation |
| 2024 | 52nd Box Office Entertainment Awards | Daytime TV Drama Actor of the Year | Richard Yap | Won |
| 2024 | 52nd Box Office Entertainment Awards | Daytime TV Drama Actress of the Year | Jillian Ward | Won |
| 2024 | 52nd Box Office Entertainment Awards | TV Supporting Actress of the Year | Pinky Amador | Won |
| 2024 | 5th VP Choice Awards | TV Series of the Year (Afternoon) | Abot-Kamay na Pangarap | Won |
| 2024 | 5th VP Choice Awards | TV Actor of the Year (Afternoon) | Ken Chan | Nominated |
| 2024 | 5th VP Choice Awards | TV Actress of the Year (Afternoon) | Jillian Ward | Nominated |
| 2024 | 5th VP Choice Awards | TV Supporting Actress of the Year | Kazel Kinouchi | Nominated |
| 2025 | 36th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Drama Supporting Actress | Pinky Amador | Pending |
| 2025 | 36th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Daytime TV Series | Abot-Kamay na Pangarap | Pending |

## Legacy

In September 2023, actress Jillian Ward appeared in the 2023 Philippine television crime drama series Royal Blood in a guest role, portraying the same character she played in Abot-Kamay na Pangarap. In October 2023, actor Richard Yap appeared in the 2023 Philippine television drama series Magandang Dilag in a cameo role. In April 2024, Ward appeared in the Philippine television action drama series Black Rider.