TV5 (Philippine TV Network)

TV5 is a Philippine free-to-air television and radio network headquartered in Mandaluyong, with additional studios in Novaliches, Quezon City. TV5 serves as the flagship network of TV5 Network Inc, which is owned by MediaQuest Holdings, the multimedia subsidiary of the telecommunications conglomerate PLDT. Since 2010, TV5 has been branded as "The Kapatid Network", using the Filipino word for "sibling".

TV5's flagship station, DWET-TV, broadcasts on VHF Channel 5 for analog, UHF Channel 18 for digital, and UHF Channel 51 for digital test transmission, with the latter licensed to its sister company, Mediascape/Cignal TV. The network operates seven additional owned-and-operated stations and has 13 affiliate television stations across the Philippines. TV5's programming is available through cable and satellite providers nationwide, and its content can be accessed internationally via Kapatid Channel, AksyonTV International, and PBA Rush.

History

Early years (1960–1972)

Joaquin "Chino" Roces, the owner of the Manila Times, obtained a radio-TV franchise through Republic Act 2945 passed by Congress on June 19, 1960. He then established the Associated Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), with the initial studios located along Pasong Tamo in Makati, Rizal (now part of Metro Manila). ABC's first radio stations were DZMT 1100 kHz, DZTM 1380 kHz, and DZWS 1070 kHz. ABC became the seventh television network launched in the Philippines as DZTM-TV Channel 5 in July 1962. From July 1962 to September 1972, ABC operated radio and television services.

On September 23, 1972, President Ferdinand E. Marcos declared martial law, resulting in the forced shutdown of ABC and the Manila Times.

After the People Power Revolution in 1986, Chino Roces successfully advocated for the network's reinstatement with President Corazon Cojuangco-Aquino. ABC did not resume operations until 1991 with a test broadcast, and it was officially reopened in 1992. Chino Roces died in 1988, but his son Edgardo Roces played a role in reopening the network.

Following Chino Roces' death, new stakeholders led by broadcast veterans Edward Tan and Edgardo Roces worked towards resuming broadcasts. They got approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission to increase the capitalization and amend ABC's articles of incorporation and bylaws. Later, they received a permit to operate by the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC).

Return and growth (1992–2003)

ABC completed the construction of its studio complex and transmitter tower in Barangay San Bartolome, Novaliches, Quezon City, in 1990. Test broadcasts began at the end of 1991, featuring documentaries from Japan. On February 21, 1992, the network officially returned to the air as the Associated Broadcasting Company (ABC). The flagship station adopted the call sign DWET-TV, and the corporate name became Associated Broadcasting Company, using the initial "C" instead of "Corporation" as the corporate initial. The change reflected the new management of the revived network.

Gradually in its first two years on air, the network launched new stations outside of Manila (in Cebu, Davao, Baguio, Naga, Zamboanga, Cagayan de Oro and General Santos), with multi-million peso investments in equipment and facilities nationwide. The station in Cebu ( DYET-TV, channel 21) was lauded for its consistent signal and lack of static, while the station in Davao ( DXET-TV, channel 2) was touted by the Manila Standard as a "showcase provincial station" - a "mini-Nova" due to its miniature emulation of the main building at Novaliches. By year-end 1993, the network had reached third place in ratings, behind GMA and ABS-CBN. Plans for two further stations were being set up during 1994, in readiness for the start of its satellite broadcasts.

On February 4, 1994, ABC launched nationwide satellite broadcasting. The Network experienced rapid growth and earned a reputation as "The Fastest Growing Network" under the network executive Tina Monzon-Palma, who served as Chief Operating Officer. On December 9, 1994, ABC obtained a 25-year legislative franchise through Republic Act No. 7831, which authorized the Network to establish and operate television and radio stations countrywide.

In 2001, ABC started producing local versions of popular game shows, including ''The Price Is Right'' (hosted by Dawn Zulueta, later acquired by ABS-CBN), '' Wheel of Fortune'' (hosted by Rustom Padilla, later acquired by ABS-CBN), and '' Family Feud'' (hosted by Ogie Alcasid, later acquired by GMA Network, then by ABS-CBN, and eventually returned to GMA). The move came during a period of game show popularity among Philippine networks, influenced by the success of Intercontinental Broadcasting Corporation's Philippine editions of '' Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?'' (hosted by Christopher de Leon, later transferred to TV5 and hosted by Vic Sotto) and ''The Weakest Link'' (hosted by Edu Manzano).

Cojuangco era (2003–2008)

In June 2003, the joint consortium of Tan and Roces sold ABC TV and radio stations to a group led by businessman Antonio "Tony boy" Cojuangco Jr. Cojuangco, the former chairman of the Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company (PLDT) and owner of Dream Satellite TV and Bank of Commerce, formally acquired the assets in October of the same year. Cojuangco became the president and CEO of ABC, with Jose T. Pardo, a former secretary of the Department of Trade and Industry, serving as the Network's board chairman.

Under the new management, significant changes were introduced, including strengthening the news and public affairs division, modernizing broadcast equipment, and acquiring broadcast rights for Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) games. The network executives, led by Roberto Barreiro, also coined a new slogan, "Iba Tayo!" ("We're Different!"), during the "network wars" between ABS-CBN and GMA. ABC aimed to differentiate itself by offering fresh and distinct programming formats, targeting the growing middle to upper-class youth market. While implementing these changes, ABC continued to support the Family Rosary Crusade. They featured the religious pre-identification campaign "Please Pray the Rosary" before its programs, although this was gradually phased out during the network's programming revamp.

In 2005, ABC received the "Outstanding TV Station" award at the 2005 KBP Golden Dove Awards, and several programs on the Network also received awards in their respective categories.

In early 2007, ABC implemented budget cuts that mainly affected its news department, resulting in significant layoffs and a diminished capacity for coverage before the 2007 general elections.

In November 2007, ABC launched new sports programming, including NBA basketball, professional boxing, and WWE events, as part of a five-year deal with Solar Entertainment. Due to high costs and poor ratings, the programs were dropped throughout 2008. The NBA review show "House of Hoops" was cut back and eventually cancelled by April 2008. The PBA, which was previously aired on ABC, did not have its contract renewed and instead found a new home on RPN through a partnership with Solar Entertainment, leading to RPN's privatization by Solar in 2011.

First TV5 era (2008–2018)

ABC-MPB Primedia partnership (2008–2010)

In March 2008, "Tony boy" Cojuangco announced a partnership between ABC and MPB Primedia Inc., a local company backed by Media Prima Berhad of Malaysia. The partnership was a long-term strategy to enhance ABC's competitiveness in the network wars between ABS-CBN and GMA. MPB Primedia Inc. was established as an asset for Media Prima's proposed private equity fund to invest in media companies in Southeast Asia. Under the agreement, MPB Primedia Inc. produced and sourced entertainment programs, while ABC would continue to be responsible for news programming and station operations. MPB Primedia was granted rights to schedule and manage sales of ABC-5's airtime. Christopher Sy was appointed CEO of MPB Primedia, Inc. but resigned in January 2009 due to reported differences in management style.

ABC aired its final broadcast at around 22:00 PHT on August 8, 2008, with its late-night newscast '' Sentro'' as the last program. A countdown to the Network's relaunch followed until 19:00 PHT the next day when it officially rebranded as TV5. The Network retained its alternative programming line-up but aimed to cater to "Progressive Pinoys, including those 'young at heart to market classes C and D. TV5 unveiled its upgraded 120-kilowatt state-of-the-art stereo TV transmitter. Some ABC programs, such as ''Shall We Dance'', ''Nick on TV5'', Kerygma TV, ''Light Talk'', and ''Sunday TV Mass'', were carried over to TV5's line-up. The ''TV5 Ani MEGA'', a programming block focused on Japanese anime series, was launched on the network.

Under the new management, TV5's ratings eventually improved. Its audience share increased from 1.9% in the second quarter of 2008 (before the rebranding) to 11.1% in September 2009. That same month, TV5 began airing two hours of content from Singaporean broadcaster Mediacorp, mainly its Mandarin dramas and English sitcoms, dubbed in the Filipino language.

Acquisition by PLDT, the Kapatid Network years (2010–2018)

On October 20, 2009, Media Prima announced its intention to divest its share in MPB Primedia / TV5, along with its affiliated ABC TV stations, and sell it to MediaQuest Holdings, the broadcasting division of PLDT. The decision was driven by the company's losses during the year. The acquisition was officially announced by Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan on March 2, 2010; he had previously intended to acquire ABC as early as 1999. New programming was introduced through a trade launch at the World Trade Center and on April 4, 2010, the network rebranded itself as the "Kapatid" ("sibling") network to compete with ABS-CBN and GMA Network.

On October 1, 2010, TV5 took over the management of MediaQuest's Nation Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) stations. DWFM was relaunched as Radyo5 92.3 News FM (now 105.9 True FM), a TV5-branded news radio station, on November 8, 2010. DWNB-TV was rebranded as AksyonTV, a news channel based on TV5's newscast '' Aksyon'', on February 21, 2011. TV5 experienced success and outranked GMA Network to become the second most-watched network in key cities in the Visayas and Mindanao regions, including Iloilo, Cebu, Bacolod, Davao, and Cagayan de Oro. The Network shared the top spot with ABS-CBN in General Santos.

On December 23, 2013, TV5 began broadcasting from its new headquarters, the TV5 Media Center located in Reliance, Mandaluyong.

In 2014, TV5 acquired the Filipino broadcast rights to the 2014 Winter Olympics, the 2014 Summer Youth Olympics, and the 2016 Summer Olympics.

Despite financial struggles, TV5 remained one of the top three television networks in the country, with a strong following among male and younger viewers. The network's programming, such as the PBA via Sports5 and the TV5 Kids block, contributed to its popularity. TV5 celebrated its fifth anniversary under the management of Manny V. Pangilinan with a trade launch of 2015 shows at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza on November 26, 2014.

TV5 started each year with a New Year's Eve countdown called "''Happy sa ear'' at the Quezon Memorial Circle, a tradition that continued until 2017.

In 2015, the Network changed its corporate name from ABC Development Corporation to TV5 Network, Inc.

The network faced increasing losses and debts due to a decline in advertisers and the impact of digitalization. This led to employee layoffs in September 2015. TV5's in-house entertainment division faced dissolution, and its Chief Entertainment Content Officer, Wilma Galvante, concluded her consultancy contract. The network's workforce decreased from 4,000 employees in 2013 and 2014 to approximately 900 .

Unable to produce original content until 2020, TV5 appointed Vicente "Vic" Del Rosario, CEO of Viva Entertainment, as the Network's Chief Entertainment Strategist. Changes were implemented in TV5's entertainment programming, including the formation of the Viva-TV5 joint venture Sari-Sari Channel and the outsourcing of Viva Television for entertainment shows. The partnership was announced at a trade launch in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig on November 25, 2015. However, several new shows were cancelled due to a lack of advertising support and poor ratings. TV5 renewed its partnership with Viva Entertainment in October 2020, focusing on local versions of foreign programming and TV remakes of Viva classic films.

From January 2016 until December 31, 2018, TV5 and Cignal, through Hyper, served as the official free-to-air and pay television partners, respectively, for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) in the Philippines.

In July 2016, TV5 started airing selected programs from MTV and MTV International as part of a deal with Viacom International Media Networks. The new ''MTV on TV5'' block included shows like ''Catfish'', '' Ridiculousness,'' and '' Ex on the Beach.''

On September 8, 2016, TV5 cancelled its locally produced programs '' Aksyon Bisaya'' and '' Aksyon Dabaw'' due to cost-cutting measures. The personnel remained employed to continue filing reports for the national edition of ''Aksyon''.

TV5 President and CEO Emmanuel "Noel" C. Lorenzana stepped down on September 30, 2016, and was replaced by basketball coach and Sports5/D5 Studio head Vicente "Chot" Reyes. Following Reyes' appointment, the Network announced a retrenchment of approximately 200 employees as part of TV5's digitalization efforts.

In April 2017, TV5 acquired the rights to air WWE programming after Fox Philippines decided not to renew their contract with the WWE.

On October 12, 2017, TV5 Network announced its partnership with ESPN, obtaining the licensing rights for PBA, UFC, PSL, and the NFL, as well as access to ESPN programs and content. The partnership led to the formation of the ESPN5 brand, which aired on TV5 and AksyonTV. The move was part of TV5's temporary shift from a general entertainment station to a sports and news channel.

The 5 Network era and reverting to TV5 (2018–2020)

On February 17, 2018, TV5 underwent a rebranding and was relaunched as the 5 Network or simply 5. The new logo featured the removal of the word "TV" and was designed to be more flexible for other divisions to use it as part of TV5's identity. The programming grid was divided into three blocks – ESPN5 for sports, News5 for news programs, and 'On 5' for other content. Additionally, D5 Studio focused on digital content, while Studio 5 produced Filipino productions for various platforms. The "Kapatid" ("sibling") moniker was de-emphasized during the period and was mainly used by News5 and ESPN5 for some programs. The network phased out Filipino-dubbed movies and foreign-acquired programming, which had been a practice since 2008, while Disney programs and movies aired in their original audio until 2019.

On January 13, 2019, TV5 introduced a variation of its 2018 logo, which included the respective websites of the division producing the program as part of their on-screen graphics following the launch of 5 Plus.

On April 22, 2019, TV5's legislative franchise was renewed for another 25 years under Republic Act No. 11320.

On June 3, 2019, Chot Reyes retired as TV5 President and CEO and was succeeded by Jane Basas, who led Pay TV provider and radio company Cignal TV/Mediascape. Under Basas' leadership, the network outsourced news and sports programming from its co-owned Cignal channels, phased out daytime ESPN5 programs, focused on archived entertainment programs, and expanded movie blocks on 5 Plus. Plans for the network included retaining existing news programs and sports content in prime time and reintroducing original entertainment programming through outsourcing. Perci Interlan returned as the head of programming in November.

On February 4, 2020, Robert P. Galang was appointed as the new president and CEO of TV5 Network and Cignal TV, replacing Basas, who in turn was appointed as the Chief Marketing Officer of Smart Communications.

On March 8, 2020, 5 Plus was relaunched as One Sports, and the ESPN5 division was renamed and merged into the brand. The sports programming on 5 no longer carried the ''ESPN5'' banner. The ESPN5 partnership continued online, with ESPN5.com serving as the sports portal of One Sports and ESPN in the Philippines until October 13, 2021. TV5 Network announced on the same day that 5 would be rebranded as One TV on April 13, 2020. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and disapproval from viewers and fans, the rebranding was postponed to July 20, until it was ultimately cancelled. The network returned to the TV5 brand on July 20, 2020, and introduced new Filipino-dubbed series and more entertainment content during prime time.

On July 27, 2020, Cignal TV, TV5, and Smart Communications announced a multi-year deal with the National Basketball Association (NBA) for the league's official broadcast rights in the Philippines, replacing Solar Entertainment Corporation. The games during the 2019–2020 season were aired live on free-to-air networks TV5 and One Sports. This marked the return of the NBA to TV5 since the partnership between the then-ABC and Solar Entertainment Corporation from 2007 to 2008.

Second TV5 era and collaboration with Cignal TV (2020–present)

On August 15, 2020, 5 reverted to its former name, TV5, and announced a partnership with sister company Cignal TV, which was tasked with handling its programming. The partnership aimed to bring back the network's competitive edge and allow it to compete with other TV networks in the Philippines, including GMA Network. TV5 unveiled its first wave of entertainment programs produced by block timers such as Archangel Media/ APT Entertainment, Content Cows Company Inc., Luminous Productions Inc., Regal Entertainment, Viva Television, and Brightlight Productions. Additionally, shows from ABS-CBN that were affected by the network's franchise non-renewal were transferred to TV5. The network also expressed its willingness to hire displaced employees from ABS-CBN. In mid-September 2020, TV5 announced a second wave of programs for October, including shows produced by Regal, Viva, APT Entertainment, Brightlight Productions, and News5.

On January 18, 2021, TV5 started carrying selected programming produced by ABS-CBN Studios after the shutdown of its free-to-air network. TV5 simulcast Kapamilya Channel programming, including shows like '' It's Showtime'' (2022–2023; later moved to All TV, GMA Network and GTV, in following years), '' ASAP'', '' FPJ: Da King'' (2021–2023) and ''Sunday Blockbusters'' (2024) movie blocks, ''Kapamilya Gold'' ('' Pira-Pirasong Paraiso'' and '' Nag-aapoy na Damdamin'' only), ''Primetime Bida'' and ''Yes Weekend!'' line-up (excluding '' Goin' Bulilit'' and '' TV Patrol'' which were instead simulcast on A2Z and All TV), '' Rated Korina'' (produced by Brightlight Productions from October 24, 2020, to June 16, 2023, before its production was reverted to ABS-CBN on June 17, 2023), and '' Magandang Buhay'' (2023–2024; later moved to All TV on May 13, 2024). The agreement was made between ABS-CBN, Cignal TV, and Brightlight Productions. TV5 introduced its revamped programming under the slogan "''TV5 TodoMax''," dividing programs into five blocks: TodoMax Kids, TodoMax Serbisyo (''Idol in Action''), TodoMax Panalo (afternoon programming line-up), TodoMax Primetime Singko, and TodoMax Weekend.

Following the programming revamp, TV5 became the second most-watched TV network in prime-time TV ratings, according to the AGB-Nielsen, which conducts audience measurements for television ratings in specific areas of the Philippines, particularly in national urban and rural areas. The network's strengthened prime-time programs from ABS-CBN Studios and Cignal Entertainment contributed to the achievement.

On May 20, 2021, TV5 launched its new slogan "''Iba sa 5''" (It's different on 5) along with a new station jingle, station ID, and a darker red scheme for its 2019 logo, itself being a revision of the 2010 logo. On July 1, 2022, the network introduced a new slogan, "''Iba'ng Saya peg Sama-Sama''" (The Fun is One of a Kind When We're Together), accompanied by a new station jingle and station ID.

On January 31, 2023, Guido R. Zaballero was appointed as the president and CEO of TV5 Network, effective February 1, 2023. The appointment followed the retirement of Robert P. Galang, who had been leading Cignal TV and TV5 . Jane J. Basas assumed the role of president and CEO of Cignal TV while serving as the president and CEO of MediaQuest, the holding company of TV5 and Cignal TV.

Transition to high definition (2023)

On March 21, 2023, TV5 announced the launch of its main channel in high-definition (HD) feed, presented in a full-screen format, on Cignal TV. This development aimed to provide viewers with improved visual quality and an enhanced viewing experience. The channel officially launched as TV5 HD on April 1, 2023.

On April 16, 2023, TV5 began broadcasting in anamorphic 16:9 aspect ratio on free-to-air digital television. The change allowed for a widescreen presentation, optimizing the viewing experience for viewers with compatible widescreen televisions.

Branding

Network identity

TV5, originally known as the Associated Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), has undergone numerous rebranding throughout its history:

:*Associated Broadcasting Corporation (1960–1972): Founded by Joaquin "Chino" Roces in 1960, ABC was forced to shut down in 1972 due to the declaration of Martial Law by President Marcos.
:*Associated Broadcasting Company (1992–2008): Fully restored in 1992 after being granted a new franchise, ABC was led by new stockholders Edward Tan and Edgardo Roces. Businessman Antonio O. Cojuangco Jr. acquired the company in 2003.
:*TV5 (first era; 2008–2018): Renamed TV5 after entering a partnership with MPB Primedia, Inc., backed by the Malaysian media group Media Prima Berhad. In 2010, Media Prima divested its share to MediaQuest Holdings, Inc., owned by Manuel V. Pangilinan. The TV5 branding became obsolete when the network was relaunched as "''5''" on February 17, 2018.
:*5 (The 5 Network) (2018–2020): TV5 was rebranded as The 5 Network or simply 5 in 2018. The network utilized a numerical 5 logo and divided its programming grid into news, sports, and entertainment. However, the TV5 branding was still used to refer to both the network itself and the company, as well as for sign-on and sign-off messages, social media accounts, and selected program teasers. "The 5 Network" branding was retired on August 14, 2020, but the numerical 5 logo variant from 2019 was retained. The "5" naming was reinstated in 2021 for TV5's current slogan, "Iba sa 5".
:*One TV (cancelled; 2020): Originally planned for rebranding on April 13, 2020, and later rescheduled for July 20, 2020, One TV was ultimately cancelled due to viewer confusion and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, thus making the network revert to the TV5 branding.
:*TV5 (second era; 2020–present): TV5 was officially restored as the network's full-time identity on August 15, 2020, coinciding with the return of local entertainment programs. The "TV5" is commonly used for program teasers on TV, radio, and social media.

TV5 has used several logos throughout its history. Notable variations include the iconic cyclone logo from 1992 to 2004, the ABC logo with a yellow circle introduced in 2004, and the shaking television logo adopted after the 2008 relaunch. In 2018, TV5 introduced the numerical 5 logo, which was redesigned from the 2010 logo, which dropped the "TV" word and incorporated the program title within the logo. A variation of this logo was unveiled in 2019, which featured a light red color but changed to a darker red color in 2021.

Programming

Shortly after its relaunch in 2008, TV5 reportedly entered the Top 3 TV stations based on the AGB Nielsen survey. The network gained popularity for its ''TV5 AniMEGA'' anime programming block, which introduced numerous Filipino-dubbed Japanese anime series to Philippine television including '' Code Geass'', '' Shakugan no Shana'', ''Azumanga Daioh'', '' Special A'', '' Makibaoh'', '' Toradora!'', '' Clannad'', '' Yatterman'', '' D.Gray-man'', '' Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood'', and '' Gundam 00''. The network also gained attention for its original horror drama series '' Midnight DJ'' (2008–2011) and its broadcast of Filipino-dubbed Singaporean series '' The Little Nyonya'' and '' Under One Roof''.

TV5 gained notoriety for pioneering tabloid talk shows known for confrontations, physical fights, and scantily clad guests. Some programs include '' Face to Face'', '' Face the People'', '' Solved na Solved'', and ''Idol in Action''.

In 2013, TV5 introduced the ''Weekend Do It Better'' and ''Everyday All The Way'' programming blocks, but many programs were discontinued due to low ratings. In 2014, the network launched a new set of programs under the "Happy Ka Dito!" campaign.

In 2015, TV5 refocused on light entertainment and sports with the "Happy sa 2015" campaign, introducing over a dozen new programs. The ''AniMEGA'' block returned, featuring the anime series ''Sword Art Online''. TV5's entertainment programming was produced by various content providers, including MQ Studios, Unitel Productions, Regal Entertainment, The IdeaFirst Company, and Content Cows Company Inc. In 2015, TV5 named Sari-Sari Channel its main entertainment production outfit after signing a deal with Viva Entertainment.

Director Brillante Mendoza collaborated with TV5 to produce made-for-TV movies under the ''Brillante Mendoza Presents'' umbrella in 2016. In the same year, the network also aired '' The Walking Dead'' and '' La Reina del Sur'', both dubbed in Filipino.

In 2017, TV5 partnered with Aniplus Asia to bring back the ''AniMEGA'' block, showcasing Japanese anime series such as '' Attack on Titan: Junior High'', '' Myriad Colors Phantom World'', ''Kantai Collection'', '' Knights of Sidonia'', '' Norn9'', and '' Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?'' The network also broadcast NFL games from 2017 to 2019 and selected local shows from the Sari-Sari Channel under the ''Sari-Sari sa Weekends'' banner. Brillante Mendoza's crime drama series '' Amo'' premiered in 2018 after a long delay.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, TV5 filled the vacant slots with new programs due to the lack of sporting events in 2020. '' Tierra de Reyes'', '' Betty sa NY'', '' Reina de Corazones'', and '' La suerte de Loli'' were among the Spanish-language telenovelas dubbed in Filipino, along with the re-dubbed versions of '' Marimar'', '' María Mercedes'', and '' María la del Barrio''. The network had also acquired the rights to broadcast NBA games. In August 2020, TV5 launched new local entertainment programs produced by Brightlight Productions, Luminus Productions Inc., and Archangel Media/ APT Entertainment. Additional programs from Brightlight Productions were aired in October 2020.

In 2021, TV5 and Cignal TV signed a deal with ABS-CBN to air more of its content on free television. TV5 simulcasts selected programs from Kapamilya Channel and ABS-CBN Studios, such as '' Magandang Buhay'' (2023–2024; later transferred to All TV in May 2024), '' FPJ: Da King'' (2021–2023) and ''Sunday Blockbusters'' (2024) movie blocks, '' ASAP'', and programs from the ''Kapamilya Gold'' ('' Pira-Pirasong Paraiso'' and '' Nag-aapoy na Damdamin'' only), ''Primetime Bida'' and ''Yes Weekend!'' programming blocks, along with the Japanese anime series ''My Hero Academia.''

In June 2023, the trio of Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto, and Joey de Leon, or TVJ signed a deal with MediaQuest to make TV5 their new home after leaving TAPE Inc. and GMA Network due to a dispute. On July 1, they launched their noontime show ''E.A.T.'', which later was renamed and eventually made TV5 the new home of ''Eat Bulaga!'', the longest-running variety and entertainment show in the Philippines. It took over the slot formerly occupied by a simulcast of ABS-CBN Studios' '' It's Showtime'' which later transferred to All TV in June 2024, as well as exchanged to GMA Network and sister channel, GTV, in April 2024 and July 2023, respectively.

In October 2023, TV5 President Guido Zaballero announced that the broadcast of the PBA games would be transferred to A2Z (and later to TV5's sister channel, RPTV, in February 2024), with the change in TV5's programming to focus more on entertainment and news programs.

International broadcast

TV5 programs are not only accessible in the Philippines but have international reach through the Kapatid Channel. The network's programs can be viewed in various regions, including Guam, the Middle East, North Africa, Europe, Canada, and the United States. This allows a broader audience to enjoy TV5's content beyond the borders of the Philippines.

Controversies

Lawsuit against GMA Network

In December 2008, GMA Network, Citynet Television, and ZOE Broadcasting Network filed a lawsuit against ABC, MPB, and MPB Primedia, alleging that TV5's lease of airtime to Media Prima was an attempt to bypass regulations on foreign ownership of broadcasting companies. ABC's media relations head, Pat Marcelo-Magbanua, defended that "The network was a Filipino company that 'complied' with local regulations."

Investment briefing with ABS-CBN deal

In June 2022, ABS-CBN engaged in advanced talks with MediaQuest Holdings, TV5's parent company, to explore a potential partnership. This came after Advanced Media Broadcasting System, backed by the Villar Group, acquired ABS-CBN's former frequency and launched the All TV 2, which would eventually simulcast several programming produced by ABS-CBN nearly two years later. On August 10, 2022, ABS-CBN and MediaQuest Holdings signed a "convertible note agreement" for ABS-CBN's investment in TV5 Network, acquiring 34.99% of the company's common shares with an option to increase the stake to 49.92% within the next eight years. MediaQuest Holdings remained the controlling shareholder with 64.79% of TV5's common shares. Additionally, MediaQuest Holdings acquired a 38.88% minority stake in ABS-CBN's cable TV arm, Sky Cable Corporation, through Cignal TV, with an option to acquire an additional 61.12% of Sky Cable shares within the next eight years. The partnership agreement was terminated on September 1 of that year following concerns from politicians and government agencies.

Sexual abuse lawsuit

In August 2024, TV5 conducted a criminal inquiry regarding the alleged sexual harassment complaint by a 22-year-old talent researcher who worked for the program '' Budol Alert'' against a News5 program manager Cliff Gingco, which happened at a hotel in Pasig on July 23. TV5 released a "Notice to Explain" after Senator Raffy Tulfo's discussion on '' Wanted sa Radyo'' and ''Raffy Tulfo in Action'' regarding the previous reports to the Ortigas Police sub-station, TV5's executives, and the HR management. TV5 dismissed Gingco from the service.

Notes

References

External links

Media Ownership Monitor Philippines – Television
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