Jake Macapagal
- Known For
- Acting
- Birthplace
- Manila - Philippines
- Active Years
- 1993–2025 (33 Years)
- Total Credits
- 18 credits in database
Biography
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Name: Romano "Jake" Macapagal.
Nationality/Origin: Filipino, born in Manila, Philippines.
Experience: Over 35 years in the entertainment industry (stage and screen).
Early Career: At age 16, booked his first professional acting credit in a live stage production of the musical Cats at the Metropolitan Theater of Manila, where he was the youngest cast member.
Notable Film Roles: Metro Manila (BAFTA-nominated, won World Cinema Audience Award at Sundance Film Festival and Best British Independent Film Award at the BIFAs; Macapagal was nominated for the Most Promising Newcomer award by BIFA for his portrayal of Oscar), Aswang (2011), Kid Kulafu (2015), Watch List (2019), and The Monsters Without (2021).
Notable TV Roles: Halfworlds (HBO Asia, 2015–) and No Escape (Paramount+).
TMDB Credits: 17 known credits.
Draft 1: Romano "Jake" Macapagal is a Filipino actor born in Manila, Philippines. With over 35 years of experience in stage and film productions, he began his professional career at age 16 in a live stage production of the musical Cats at the Metropolitan Theater of Manila. His film credits include Aswang, Kid Kulafu, Watch List, and The Monsters Without. He is known for his role as Oscar in the BAFTA-nominated film Metro Manila, for which he received a BIFA nomination for Most Promising Newcomer. Metro Manila won the World Cinema Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival and the Best British Independent Film Award. His television work includes the HBO Asia series Halfworlds and the Paramount+ series No Escape.
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Career overview
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[1] TMDB: Known for acting, 17 credits, born in Manila, Philippines.
[2] Wikipedia: Born in Manila, Philippines. First professional credit at age 16 in a live stage production of Cats at the Metropolitan Theater of Manila (youngest cast member).
[3] IMDb: Actor in Metro Manila. Over 35 years of experience on stage and screen.
[4] TMDB (Bio): Over 35 years of experience. Lead roles in stage and film. Metro Manila was BAFTA-nominated and won several awards.
[5] Wikiwand: Full name Romano "Jake" Macapagal. Filipino actor. Roles: Aswang (2011), Metro Manila (2013), Kid Kulafu (2015), Watch List (2019), The Monsters Without (2021). TV: Halfworlds (2015–) on HBO Asia, No Escape on Paramount+.
[6] Official Website: Mentions portfolio and awards.
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Romano "Jake" Macapagal is a Filipino actor born in Manila, Philippines. He has over 35 years of experience working on stage and screen. His first professional acting credit occurred at age 16 in a live stage production of the musical Cats at the Metropolitan Theater of Manila, where he was the youngest member of the cast.
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Macapagal has taken on numerous lead roles in both film and stage productions. His film credits include Aswang (2011), Metro Manila (2013), Kid Kulafu (2015), Watch List (2019), and The Monsters Without (2021). The film Metro Manila was BAFTA-nominated and received several awards. His television work includes the HBO Asia series Halfworlds and the Paramount+ series No Escape.
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Romano "Jake" Macapagal is a Filipino actor born in Manila, Philippines. With over 35 years of experience in the entertainment industry, he has performed in numerous lead roles across both stage and film productions. His professional acting career began at age 16 when he joined the cast of the musical Cats at the Metropolitan Theater of Manila, serving as the youngest member of that production.
Macapagal is recognized for his work in various film and television projects. His filmography includes roles in Aswang (2011), Metro Manila (2013), Kid Kulafu (2015), Watch List (2019), and The Monsters Without (2021). The film Metro Manila was a BAFTA-nominated production that won several awards. In television, he has appeared in the HBO Asia series Halfworlds and the Paramount+ series No Escape. His body of work includes 17 known credits.
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"Romano "Jake" Macapagal is a Filipino actor born in Manila, Philippines. With over 35 years of experience in the entertainment industry, he has performed in numerous lead roles across both stage and film productions. His professional acting career began at age 16 when he joined the cast of the musical Cats at the Metropolitan Theater of Manila, serving as the youngest member of that production.
Macapagal is recognized for his work in various film and television projects. His filmography includes roles in Aswang (
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Full Filmography
18 titles- Quezon (2025) as Manuel Nieto
- No Escape (2023) as Colonel Justin Reyes
- The Monsters Without (2023) as Rommel Romero
- Rabid (2021) as Carlo (segment "Kami Lang Ba Ang Pwede Malasin?")
- Watch List (2019) as Victor
- Sa Gabing Nanahimik Ang Mga Kuliglig (2017)
- Buhay Habangbuhay (2016)
- Halfworlds (2015) as Kaprey
- Kid Kulafu (2015) as Dizon
- Metro Manila (2013) as Oscar Ramirez
- Metro Manila (2013) Associate Producer
- Posas (2012) as PO2 Santiago
- Double (2007)
- Foster Child (2007)
- Pi7ong Tagpo (2007) as Benjo (segment "Wedding Ring")
- Pandanggo (2006) as Healer (segment "Agogo")
- Chateau de Roses (2005)
- Sakay (1993) as Party Guest
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Jake Macapagal is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Quezon (2025).
When and where was Jake Macapagal born?
Jake Macapagal was born in Manila - Philippines.
How many credits does Jake Macapagal have?
Jake Macapagal has accumulated over 18 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1993 to 2025.
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Subject: Jake Macapagal (Acting). Goal: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile. Constraints: Use ONLY provided facts. No inventions. No markdown/asterisks/headings/bullets. Plain text only. Neutral, encyclopedic prose. Word Count Target: 90-130 words. Name: Romano "Jake" Macapagal. Nationality/Origin: Filipino, b...
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