Jay Manalo

Acting

Freshness: Jan 15, 2026

50Total Films

10.0 Highest Rated

Born: Jan 30, 1976

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jay Manalo reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Jay Manalo's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jay Manalo remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Ante, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jay Manalo Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jay Manalo's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0

★10.0

Ante — LV and her family make their living by operating an illegal off track betting outlet. But things haven't been going well

Ante

2009•Drama

★10.0

★10.0

Abandonada — After finishing prison sentence in Canada and came back to the Philippines, Gemma wants to recover her son after she was

Abandonada

2000•Drama

★7.4

★7.4

Arouse — Get ready to AROUSE your senses! Hosted by Aiko Garcia and Jenn Rosa, this steamy special brings you the hottest, most u

Arouse

2025•Drama

★7.2

★7.2

Mano Po — During the Chinese Revolution in 1949, young Chinese copra trader named Fong-Huan marries Elisa, a young and pretty Fili

Mano Po

2002•Drama

★6.6

★6.6

Manila — A tribute to filmmakers and National Artists Lino Brocka and Ishmael Bernal. In the "Day" segment, Piolo Pacual portrays

Manila

2009•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jay Manalo.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	Arouse	Stephen Chuatico (archive footage)	Hit	Similar →
2024	Seksi: Pantasya at Pelikula	-	Flop	Similar →
2023	Bugaw	Ser	Flop	Similar →
2023	Hosto	Daniel	Flop	Similar →
2023	La Querida	Leo	Flop	Similar →
2022	Laruan	Rene	Flop	Similar →
2022	Selina's Gold	Tiago	Average	Similar →
2022	Girl Friday	Fredie Ibasco	Flop	Similar →
2022	Adarna Gang	Raul	Average	Similar →
2022	Hugas	Boss Dencio	Flop	Similar →
2021	Mahjong Nights	Leo	Flop	Similar →
2021	Son of Macho Dancer	-	Flop	Similar →
2017	Revenge	Congressman Alex	Average	Similar →
2013	Raketeros	-	Flop	Similar →
2013	Seduction	Ervin	Average	Similar →
2011	Shake, Rattle & Roll 13	Mar (segment "Rain Rain Go Away")	Flop	Similar →
2011	Rain Rain Go Away	Mar Gomez	Flop	Similar →
2011	Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story	Guardame	Flop	Similar →
2009	Ante	Ace	Super Hit	Similar →
2009	Manila	Barry	Hit	Similar →
2008	Paupahan	Roberto San Pedro	Flop	Similar →
2008	Urduja	Simakwel (voice)	Average	Similar →
2006	Barang	Elmo	Average	Similar →
2006	Pacquiao: The Movie	Emong "Kidlat" Dionisio	Flop	Similar →
2005	Mano Po 4: Ako Legal Wife	Elton Chong	Flop	Similar →
2004	Mano Po III: My Love	Paul	Flop	Similar →
2004	Aishite Imasu 1941: Mahal Kita	Ichiru	Flop	Similar →
2004	Feng Shui	Inton Ramirez	Average	Similar →
2004	I Will Survive	Greg	Flop	Similar →
2004	Gagamboy	Dodoy / Ipisman	Flop	Similar →
2003	Mano Po 2: My Home	Johnson	Flop	Similar →
2003	The Last Virgin On Earth	Fr. Emman	Flop	Similar →
2003	Bayaran	Jake	Flop	Similar →
2003	Ssshhh... She Walks by Night	-	Flop	Similar →
2002	Mano Po	Emerson Lau	Hit	Similar →
2002	Masikip Mainit ... Paraisong Parisukat	Al	Flop	Similar →
2002	Prosti	Nonoy Laki	Flop	Similar →
2001	Hubog	-	Flop	Similar →
2001	Balahibong Pusa	Nick	Flop	Similar →
2000	Abandonada	Nando	Super Hit	Similar →
1999	Bullet	-	Flop	Similar →
1998	Wangbu	Dodong	Flop	Similar →
1997	Bayad Puri	-	Flop	Similar →
1997	Totoy Mola	Sebastian / Totoy Mola	Flop	Similar →
1997	Gloria Gloria Labandera	Julio	Flop	Similar →
1997	Habang Nasasaktan Lalong Tumatapang	Emil	Flop	Similar →
1996	Sobra Sobra, Labis Labis	-	Flop	Similar →
1996	Gayuma: Sana'y Mahalin Mo Rin Ako	-	Flop	Similar →
1995	Urban Rangers	Jim	Flop	Similar →
1994	Brat Pack	Student	Flop	Similar →

Jay Manalo - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jay Manalo?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jay Manalo is "Ante" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Jay Manalo acted in?

Jay Manalo has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jay Manalo?

Other notable films include "Abandonada", "Arouse", and "Mano Po".