This fresh Amazon Original comedy series stars Carlo Aquino, Rufa Mae Quinto, Andrea Brillantes, Jerald Napoles, Cai Cortez, Awra Briguela, Justine Luzares, and Drew Arellano
Comedy Island Philippines will premiere on Prime Video in the Philippines and more than 240 countries and territories on August 31
Prime Video has exciting news for Filipino audiences and comedy lovers worldwide! The highly-anticipated Amazon Original comedy series, “Comedy Island Philippines,” will premiere on Prime Video in the Philippines and over 240 countries and territories on August 31. Produced by Amazon Studios in collaboration with BASE Entertainment Asia, this unique six-part series blends scripted and unscripted elements to create a truly unforgettable comedic adventure.
“Comedy Island Philippines” brings together a stellar cast of seven comedians, actors, and social media celebrities, including Carlo Aquino, Rufa Mae Quinto, Andrea Brillantes, Jerald Napoles, Cai Cortez, Awra Briguela, Justine Luzares, and Drew Arellano. The story unfolds when they find themselves marooned on the mysterious Tawa-Tawa Island, which reemerges after a century to host the mythical “Centennial Games.” Unbeknownst to them, they become unexpected participants in these games and must rely on their improvisational skills to survive and escape the island. Engaging in unscripted and unpredictable comedic scenarios, the celebrities go all out to entertain the island’s citizens and secure the most votes, hoping for a chance to return home.
Quark Henares, head of Originals, Philippines at Prime Video, expressed enthusiasm for the show’s unique concept, stating, “Comedy Island Philippines sets the tone and standard of the authentic Filipino stories and genres we want to share with our audiences at home and abroad, and our commitment to the local TV and film industry. Comedy Island is an ambitious format, a hybrid between reality, comedy, and adventure, shot on an island with massive sets, which features both the best comedic talent from the two major networks in the Philippines, and the new emerging voices including the up-and-coming social media superstars. We can’t wait to entertain our Pinoy audiences with this show.”
The series will launch with three episodes streaming back-to-back each week over a two-week period, from August 31 to September 7, and will be available on Prime Video globally. “Comedy Island Philippines” joins an extensive lineup of films and shows on the Prime Video catalog, showcasing an array of entertaining content, including popular titles like “Fit Check: Confessions of an Ukay Queen,” “Cattleya Killer,” “Ten Little Mistresses,” “Walang KaParis,” “Deleter,” as well as Korean favorites such as “Heartbeat,” “Tale of The Nine Tailed 1938,” and “Jinny’s Kitchen.” Additionally, anime enthusiasts can enjoy hits like “Demon Slayer,” while Amazon Originals like “Citadel,” “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power,” “The Boys,” “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan,” and award-winning series like “Fleabag” and “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” are available for Prime Video members to indulge in.
With a wide range of compatible devices, Prime Video members can enjoy their favorite films and shows anywhere and anytime. The Prime Video app allows users to download episodes on mobile devices and tablets for offline viewing at no additional cost. In the Philippines, Prime Video is accessible for just PHP149 per month, offering an incredible array of entertainment options.
For updates on “Comedy Island Philippines” and more, stay connected with Prime Video on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and YouTube. Watch the series anywhere, anytime on primevideo.com or by downloading the Prime Video app from Google Play, Apple Store, and Microsoft.
