''Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan'' (, international title: ''Till The End of Time'') is a

Philippine television drama Philippine television drama, also known as ''teleserye'' is a form of melodramatic, serialized, televised fiction in the Philippines. ''Teleserye'' is derived from two Filipino words: "tele", short for "''telebisyón''" (television), and "''se ...

broadcast by

ABS-CBN ABS-CBN is a leading Philippine media and content company. It serves as the flagship media brand of ABS-CBN Corporation, a subsidiary of Lopez Holdings Corporation. Once the country's largest free-to-air television network, ABS-CBN has since ...

. Starring

Claudine Barretto Claudine Margaret Castelo Barretto (; born July 20, 1979) is a Filipino actress, who made her screen debut on the youth-oriented variety show, '' Ang TV''. She became a mainstay in several sitcoms, including ''Home Along Da Riles'', ''Oki Dok ...

, Carlos Agassi,

Luis Alandy Adrian Louis Castro Alandy (born February 7, 1980), also known as Luis Alandy and Adran Alandy, is a Filipino actor and model. His first acting role was as David in the TV series ''Pangako Sa 'Yo''. He has since appeared in soap operas, as we ...

and

Mylene Dizon Mylene Lilibeth Inocencio Dizon (; born September 6, 1976) is a Filipino actress. Known for her versatile work in independent film features and mainstream productions, she has received various accolades, including a Gawad Urian Award, two Lu ...

, it aired on the network's Primetime Combo-Nalo line up from March 26, 2001 to February 28, 2003, replacing ''

Saan Ka Man Naroroon ''Saan Ka Man Naroroon'' (international title: ''Wherever You Are'') is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by ABS-CBN. Directed by Wenn V. Deramas, starring Claudine Barretto in the title role. It aired on the network's evening line ...

'' and was replaced by ''

Darating ang Umaga ''Darating ang Umaga'' (, international title: ''Till Morning Comes'') is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by ABS-CBN. Starring Eula Valdez and Vina Morales, along with an ensemble cast, it aired on the network's Teleserye Prime ...

''.

Premise

The story revolves around Ángelina (1912) / Angeline Montenegro (2001) (

) in the early years of her life. In the beginning of the present generation, a new love story awaits when Angeline, who lives a very normal life, has problems when Sally (

) comes into the household and starts making those around her miserable. Sally takes her anger out on everyone only to find out that once and for all, only love and truth will prevail. In the end, Angeline must face the truth as to who is the man fated to love her amongst Miguel (Teodoro from the past), Clarence, or Benjie (Benedicto from the past in 1912). Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan opens in

Bulacan Bulacan, officially the Province of Bulacan (; ; ; ), is a Provinces of the Philippines, province in the Philippines located in the Central Luzon Regions of the Philippines, region. Its capital is the city of Malolos. Bulacan was established on ...

in 1912, where the town's President Municipal, Don Teodoro (

Ronaldo Valdez James Ronald Dulaca Gibbs (November 27, 1947 – December 17, 2023), popularly known by his screen name Ronaldo Valdez (), was a Filipino actor whose career spanned almost five decades. Career Valdez started his earlier career as a leading ma ...

) has just announced the betrothal of his eldest son Alfonso (

Bernard Palanca Bernard Revilla Palanca Jr. (born December 3, 1976) is a Filipino host, film/television character actor, musician, and product endorser. Early life His maternal grandfather ''José Revilla é Irureta-Goyena'', also known as Armando Goyena, w ...

) to the lovely Angelina, who was persuaded to agree to the engagement by her mother, Consuelo ( Tetchie Agbayani) in order to free her father, Sebastian ( Spanky Manikan), a bandido accused of killing an American supporter. Despite agreeing to the marriage, however, Angelina has one little secret: Her heart really belongs to another man, Alfonso's brother, Benedicto ( Carlos Agassi), who was also Angelina's childhood sweetheart. The action then flashes forward to the present day, where another betrothal is being announced as prosperous couple Norberto (

Robert Arevalo Robert Ylagan Arevalo (; born Robert Francisco Ylagan; May 6, 1938 – August 10, 2023) was a veteran Filipino film and television actor. Early life Robert Arevalo was born as Robert Francisco Ylagan in Dumaguete, Negros Oriental on May 6, 1 ...

) and Corazon (

Boots Anson-Roa Maria Elisa Cristobal Anson-Rodrigo (née Anson; born January 30, 1945), better known as Boots Anson-Roa, is a Filipina actress, columnist, editor, and lecturer. Early life and education Anson-Roa, a Bicolana, is the eldest daughter of post- ...

) oversee the engagement party for their daughter Angeline and Hector ( Troy Montero), the handsome son of Menandro (

Jaime Fabregas Jaime Francisco García Fábregas (; born February 28, 1950) is a Filipino actor and musical scorer. Early life Jaime Francisco García Fábregas was born in Iriga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines to his parents Pedro Fábregas and Isabel Gar ...

), one of Norberto's business associates. As an engagement gift, Angelina's parents buy her and Hector a rest house in Bulacan - the same one where Angelina and Alfonso were affianced all those years ago! But what threads bind the present to that distant past? Only one witness remains: Lola Carmela/Mameng (

Gloria Romero Gloria Anne Borrego Galla (December 16, 1933 – January 25, 2025), known professionally as Gloria Romero (), was an American-born Filipino actress. Regarded as the "Queen of Philippine Cinema", she appeared in over 250 motion pictures and t ...

), the house's current caretaker and the keeper of a mysterious locket that may be the key that unlocks the complicated story between Angeline, Alfonso and Benedicto.

Cast and characters

Main cast

as Ángelina / Angeline Montenegro-Crisostomo (Main Protagonist) * Carlos Agassi as Benedicto / Benjamin "Benjie" Ilagan *

as Clarence Cristobal *

as Susan / Sara / Sally Concepción (Main Antagonist) *

as Lola Carmela "Mameng" Estocapio

Supporting cast

Helen Gamboa Helen Gamboa Sotto (; born Helen Albent Gamboa; May 7, 1945) is a Filipino actress, singer, dancer and Beauty queen, former beauty queen. Personal life Gamboa was born Helen Albent Gamboa on May 7, 1945, at Maternity and Children's Hospita ...

as Nelia Santos *

as Teodoro / Don Miguel Crisostomo, Sr. *

Eugene Domingo Eugenia "Eugene" Roxas Domingo-Bottoni (; born July 23, 1971), is a Filipino actress, comedienne and host. She has performed in lead and supporting roles in various genres of the Philippine film industry. She is popularly known as the "Comedy ...

as Simang Bernardo / Old Niknik Bernardo (final episode) *

Pilar Pilapil Pilar Delilah Veloso Pilapil-Penas (born October 12, 1950) is a Filipino actress and beauty pageant titleholder. She was crowned as Binibining Pilipinas Universe 1967. She represented the Philippines at the Miss Universe 1967 pageant but was ...

as Adora Evangelista *

as Norberto Montenegro *

as Corazon Montenegro *

Leandro Muñoz Leandro Muñoz (born March 25, 1976) is a Filipino actor. Muñoz would receive world acclaim for his performance in the film ''Kahit Isang Saglit'' with actress Judy Ann Santos. He would also go on to do more films such as the adult drama ''Lup ...

as Miguel "MJ" Crisostomo, Jr. / Miguelito *

Victor Neri Victor Luis Juan Hilado Neri (born February 19, 1976) is a Filipino actor, singer, entrepreneur and chef. Personal life Neri is also a chef and owns a restaurant named ''Saute''. In 2007, Neri took a break from the entertainment industry and ...

as Joaquin Montenegro * Jojit Lorenzo as Gaspar Bernardo * Ena Gardia as Niknik Bernardo *

Matet de Leon Maria Nora Ana Theresa Villamayor "Matet" de Léon-Estrada (born October 4, 1983) is a Filipino actress who began her career as a child star. She then transitioned to a supporting actress, often taking roles as the best friend of the main charact ...

as Lucila "Lucy" Ilagan-Cristobal *

Gladys Reyes Gladys Reyes-Sommereux (born June 23, 1977), is a Filipino actress, television presenter, entrepreneur, and comedian. She began a career as a child actress after joining Little Miss Philippines in 1984 and rose to fame after playing "Clara," ...

as Ruella Agbayani * Tetchie Agbayani as Consuelo *

Glydel Mercado Flordeliza Sanchez-Gutierrez (born March 10, 1975), known professionally as Glydel Mercado, is a Filipino singer and actress. She began her career in the late 1980s through the variety show '' That's Entertainment'' and has since played suppor ...

as Amelia * Don Laurel as George

Extended cast

Dennis Trillo Abelardo Dennis Florencio Ho (born May 12, 1981), known professionally as Dennis Trillo (), is a Filipino actor. He is known for his role as Eric del Mundo in the first ever gay-themed series on Philippine TV, '' My Husband's Lover'', Juan C ...

as Jojo Ilagan * Emilio Garcia as Raul Ilagan *

Alma Moreno Venesa Moreno Lacsamana (born May 25, 1959), professionally known as Alma Moreno (), is a Filipino actress and politician. Early life Moreno was born in Cervantes, Ilocos Sur to her parents Frank Lacsamana, from Pampanga, and Jean Moreno. Ac ...

as Mayor Socorro Bustamante *

Amy Perez Maria Armida "Amy" Parale Perez-Castillo (; born September 5, 1969), also known as Tyang Amy, is a Filipino television and radio presenter. Noted for her strong opinions and distinct brand in hosting, she has since established herself as a depe ...

as Miriam Dela Rosa *

Justin Cuyugan Justin Paulo Cuyugan (born October 11, 1980) is a Filipino character actor. Career Cuyugan was one of the new talents launched by ABS-CBN's talent management arm Star Magic ABS-CBN Center for Communication Arts, Inc., doing business as St ...

as Dondie Leviste * Spanky Manikan† as Don Sebastian Agbayani * Shamaine Centenera-Buencamino as Dra. Veronica dela Cruz *

Carol Banawa Carol Claire Aguilar Banawa-Crisostomo (born March 4, 1981), better known in the Philippines as Carol Banawa, is a Filipino people, Filipina singer-songwriter, actress, and nurse currently based in United States of America, United States. She i ...

and

Dianne dela Fuente Diane Soberano Manlosa-Tiongson (born November 18, 1981), professionally known as Dianne dela Fuente, is a Filipino actress and singer. Life and career Dianne dela Fuente was born ''Diana Soberano Manlosa'' to parents Celia and Filemon. She has ...

as Minerva Soriano *

John Lloyd Cruz John Lloyd Espidol Cruz (born June 24, 1983) is a Filipino actor. Regarded as the "''King of Contemporary Cinema''" by the media, Cruz has top-billed several box-office successes. He has more than ten films with box office grosses of ₱100 mill ...

as Emilio "Emil" Bustamante *

Shaina Magdayao Shaina Garcia Magdayao (; born November 6, 1989) is a Filipino actress. Known primarily for her dramatic roles in film and television, she began her career as a child actress and starred in her first titular role ''Lyra (TV series), Lyra''. She ...

as young Carmela *

Karla Estrada Carla Elago Ford (born November 21, 1974), better known as Karla Estrada (), is a Filipino actress, singer, television host, and comedian. She is best known for hosting the talk shows ''Magandang Buhay'' and '' Face 2 Face'' for ABS-CBN and ...

as Sening *

as Menandro Soriano * Troy Montero as Hector Soriano * Angela Velez as Millet * Brando Legaspi as Serge *

Gina Pareño Gina Pareño (; born Geraldine Acthley, October 20, 1947) is a Filipino actress. She is referred to as the "Queen of Philippine Melodrama", being best known for her award-winning portrayals in films like '' Kubrador'', ''Service (film), Serbis' ...

as Lita Cristobal *

Tommy Abuel Tomas "Tommy" Rosales Abuel Jr. (born September 16, 1942) is a Filipino actor and lawyer. He won the FAMAS Best Supporting Actor Award in '' Maynila, Sa Kuko Ng Liwanag'' (1975), and ''Karma'' (1981); and Cinemalaya Best Actor Award in '' Dagsi ...

as Delfin Cristobal * Glenda Garcia as Thelma * Pinky Amador as Myrna * Danilo Barrios as Dong * Camille Prats as Terry * Serena Dalrymple as Maying * Ricky Belmonte† as Badong *

Christian Vasquez Christian Oliver B. Vazquez (born February 8, 1977) is a Filipino actor, model and a former housemate of ABS-CBN's '' Pinoy Big Brother: Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Edition''. During his stint at Pinoy Big Brother, he was one of the comed ...

as Matthew Monteclaro * Angel Jacob as Krissy Concepcion *

Gretchen Barretto Gretchen Castelo Barretto (; born March 6, 1970) is a Filipino former actress and socialite. She was launched in Regal Films' ''14 Going on Steady'' as a singer-actress, with the release of her debut single "Going Steady", which served as the ...

as Andrea Crisostomo / Sabrina Vanguardia * Adrian Albert as Miguel "Thirdy" Crisostomo III *

Jane Oineza Elizabeth Jane Urbano Oineza (born July 22, 1996), is a Filipino actress. She began her career at age five, debuting in the romantic drama '' Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan'' (2001). A pioneer member of the gag show '' Goin' Bulilit'', she has since ...

as Arabella Crisostomo *

Dennis Roldan Mitchell Yap Gumabao Sr. (; born 8 December 1956), better known as Dennis Roldan, is a Filipino former actor, basketball player, businessman, politician, and convicted kidnapper. Career Basketball Before entering show business, he was a basketb ...

as Dr. Anton dela Cruz * Nestor de Villa† as Gov. Federico Bustamante *

Kaye Abad Katherine Grace "Kaye" Cosme Abad-Castillo (born May 17, 1982) is a Filipino actress. Abad started in 1993 and is a member of ABS-CBN's Star Magic. She was launched as a member of Star Circle (now Star Magic Batch 3) in 1996. Career Kaye Aba ...

as Sophia B. Ilagan *

Susan Africa Susan Africa (born August 20, 1959) is a Filipinos, Filipino screen and stage actress, writer, painter, beauty queen and former television host with a career spanning four decades. After placing first runner-up at the Binibining Pilipinas, 1980 ...

as Christina Tiongson *

Juan Rodrigo José Dante P. Pascual, known professionally as Juan Rodrigo, is a Filipinos, Filipino stage, film and television actor, singer and model. Personal life and career Rodrigo was discovered by his former talent manager Boy De Guia. He started as ...

as Efren Wilwayco * Ciara Sotto as Barbara Wilwayco * Frances Makil-Ignacio as Tamara Sembrano *

Candy Pangilinan Maria Carmela "Candy" Espiritu Pangilinan (born May 8, 1972) is a Filipino film and television actress An actor (masculine/gender-neutral), or actress (feminine), is a person who portrays a character in a production. The actor performs " ...

as Gundina * William Martinez as Mark *

Yayo Aguila Maria Rosario Racelis Aguila (September 13, 1967), better known as Yayo Aguila, is a Filipino actress whose career began through the cult film series '' Bagets''. Career Yayo Aguila's career began in 1982. Her breakout film was the cult film ...

as Esther * Lotlot de Leon as Puresa *

Alfred Vargas Alfredo Paolo Dumlao Vargas III (born October 24, 1979) is a Filipino politician, actor, and model serving as a councilor of Quezon City from the 5th district since 2022. He previously served as a city councilor from the 2nd district from 2 ...

as Lauro * Dan Alvaro as Lawin *

Irma Adlawan Irma Santonil Adlawan (born March 7, 1962) is a Filipino stage, television and film actress. She is dubbed as the “''Queen of Independent Cinema''” for her acting prowess and exceptional contribution to the Philippine film industry. Adla ...

as Mercy * Georgina Sandico as Ariane * Neil Ryan Sese as Neil *

Dolly de Leon Dolly Earnshaw de Leon (born April 12, 1969) is a Filipino actress. Known primarily for her work in independent films and theater, she has received numerous accolades, including a FAMAS Award, a Guldbagge Award, and a Los Angeles Film Critics ...

as Atty. Montelibano * Debraliz * Chat Silayan-Bailon *

as Menandro Soriano * Len Ag Santos as Catalina

Special role

as Alfonso (Sally's Past life)

In other media and popular culture

* Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan also aired through ABS-CBN's local radio stations from 2001 to 2003 throughout its run. The radio version airs the episodes from the previous evening that have already aired, thus serving as a rerun. * The two preceding series in the timeslot that the series was airing, '' Mula sa Puso'' and ''

'', also had Claudine Barretto as the main protagonist. * Dianne Dela Fuente, fresh from the hit teleserye ''

Pangako Sa 'Yo ''Pangako Sa 'Yo'' (, international title: ''The Promise'') is a Philippine television drama romance series broadcast by ABS-CBN. It stars Jericho Rosales and Kristine Hermosa. It aired on the network's evening line up from November 13, 2000 ...

'', replaced Carol Banawa as Minerva in the latter part of the series. Minerva wasn't seen again until the halfway through the series and by the time Minerva was needed, Carol Banawa was busy with her new soap ''

Bituin ''Bituin'' (international title: ''Star'')
is a

Rico Yan Ricardo Carlos "Rico" Castro Yan (; March 14, 1975 – March 29, 2002) was a Filipino actor renowned for his roles in popular romance and comedy films, as well as television shows during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Yan started as a comme ...

was originally going to play Benjie/Benedicto but turned down the role due to his commitments, which includes the noontime show ''

Magandang Tanghali Bayan ''MTB'', fully spelled as ''Magandang Tanghali Bayan'' () and ''Masayang Tanghali Bayan'' (), and later known as ''MTB Ang Saya Saya'' ( or ), is a Philippine noontime variety show broadcast by ABS-CBN. It aired from November 30, 1998, to Febr ...

'' and the sitcom '' Whattamen''. The role went to Carlos Agassi instead. After turning down the role, however, Yan was offered again to be part of the soap, this time playing the part of MJ/Miguel Jr. It was reported that upon his return from Lenten vacation in Palawan, he was to start taping for the series. Unfortunately, he died while on vacation on March 29, 2002. Leandro Munoz took over the role intended for Rico. * Claudine Barretto wore a necklace given to her by a fan as a sign of gratitude. * Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan had a stellar cast and used Gladys Reyes again as Villain to Claudine Barretto's character while she was still casting in '' Recuerdo de Amor'' until 2002. * Mylene Dizon was typecast as main antagonist and was recognized by many viewers as the one who made Claudine Barretto's life miserable. * The series' theme song was used again for another soap called '' Walang Hanggan'' in the same network.

was part of both series. * Ayegee Paredes, the interpreter of the theme song, later became a contestant in

Talentadong Pinoy ''Talentadong Pinoy'' (transl. ''Talented Pinoy''), also known as ''Bangon Talentadong Pinoy'' (transl. ''Get Up, Talented Pinoy'' for its eighth season) is a Philippine television reality competition show broadcast by TV5. Hosted by Ryan Agonci ...

on TV5 in 2012. She was first discovered in a regional singing contest, "Awitanghalan" in 1997. * In the 2002 film Super B,

Rufa Mae Quinto Rufa Mae Ocampo Quinto (born May 28, 1978) is a Filipino actress, comedian, television presenter, producer and model. Known for her camp and signature comedic performances in film and television, she has been cited as a notable figure in Philip ...

's character screams at her nemesis, played by

, "Dami mo nang ginagawang kasalanan kay Claudine!" ("You already did so many sins against Claudine!") in reference to the character Sally in the TV Drama * The series was

's first TV major appearance before moving to GMA-7. * This is the last television series of Ricky Belmonte. He died in 2001. *This is the last television show of

before he and his family migrated to the United States in 2003. *This is the last television show of Don Laurel before he and his family migrated on Canada in 2002. Later, his character was killed.

References

External links

* {{IMDb title, 0344713, Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan ABS-CBN drama series 2001 Philippine television series debuts 2003 Philippine television series endings 2000s Philippine television series Filipino-language television shows Television series by Dreamscape Entertainment Television Television shows set in the Philippines