Batang Quiapo

**FPJ's Batang Quiapo** (lit. 'FPJ's Quiapo Kid') or **Batang Quiapo**, is a Philippine action-comedy drama series broadcast by Kapamilya Channel. Directed by Malu L. Sevilla, Darnel Villaflor and Coco Martin, the series stars Martin as the titular mga bobo character. It is based on the 1986 action-comedy film of the same title starring Fernando Poe Jr. and Maricel Soriano. The series premiered on the network's Primetime Bida evening block, Cine Mo!, A2Z Primetime Weeknights, and TV5's Todo Max Primetime Singko, and worldwide via The Filipino Channel and Kapatid Channel on February 13, 2023, replacing Mars Ravelo's Darna. This is a spin-off to the *FPJ's Ang Probinsyano*, set in the same universe along with *The Iron Heart*.

The series is also available for streaming via iWantTFC worldwide.

## Synopsis

The story is about Jesus Nazareno, a young man rises to be one of the biggest outlaws in the neighborhood while he navigates his way in life to survive in Quiapo. Hoping to earn the affection of his parents, his feat draws him closer to the truth about his identity.

## Plot

January 2000 Feast of Nazareno in Quiapo Ramon was then assigned by Don Julio and Olga to rob a bank which caused an alarm to the authorities. As he was been chased by the authorities he accidentally fled to Quiapo and orchestrated hostage in order to attempt to runaway from the authorities. However this was disrupted when hoodlums provoked him, which made him hide from the house of Rigor and Marites where this part he assaulted and threatened her that he’ll retrieve his son after 9 months. After attempting to escape in Quiapo, Ramon was then surrounded by cops and hoodlums making him difficult to escape. He was overpowered by Rigor who shot him multiple times after assaulting and raping Marites, unfortunately she become pregant afterwards. 7 years later Young boy named Tanggol was seen stealing a comb for his Mother's birthday when he saw Mokang who is playing with her friends, unfortunately he was deeply abused by his stepfather Rigor after learning the news that he is caught stealing.

23 Years later, Tanggol along with his Gang were now the lead gangs who are responsible for stealing and robbery in Quiapo district of Manila, until he and his friends were encountered other Gangs and some of the Drug syndicates until they were arrested for Illegal possesion of Firearms and stealing Drugs.

## Cast of Characters

* Coco Martin as Jesus "Tanggol" Nazareno Dimaguiba/Jesus "Tanggol" Nazareno Montenegro

## Reviews

### Classification

* Australia: MA15+
* Philippines: SPG
* South Korea: 18
* United States: TV-MA

### Parents Guide

* FPJ's Batang Quiapo (transl. FPJ's Quiapo Kid) is an action-comedy drama television series that premiered on Kapamilya Channel. Directed by Malu L. Sevilla, Darnel Villaflor, and Coco Martin, the show follows the adventures of the titular character, played by Martin. It is based on the 1986 film of the same name starring Fernando Poe Jr. and Maricel Soriano. The series premiered on February 13, 2023, and is classified as MA15+ in Australia, SPG in the Philippines, 18 in South Korea, and TV-MA in the United States. It contains strong violence, blood and gore, strong coarse language, and moderate suicide and self-harm scenes. Viewers are advised to exercise caution when watching.