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Prime Video's 'LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines' holds premiere; launch set on July 4

Published Jul 2, 2024 05:49 am

Prime Video recently hosted an exclusive premiere event for its highly anticipated Amazon Original series “LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines” at Okada Manila.

Hosted by Asia’s Unkabogable Phenomenal Box Office Superstar Vice Ganda, “LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines” showcases 10 of the Philippines' most celebrated comedic talents: Victor Anastacio, Jayson Gainza, Pepe Herrera, Chad Kinis, Empoy Marquez, Kim Molina, Jerald Napoles, Negi, Tuesday Vargas, and Rufa Mae Quinto.

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“LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines” will premiere on Prime Video on July 4 (Prime Video)LOL PH_Vice Ganda_1.jpg

LOL PH_Vice Ganda_2.jpg"LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines" host, Asia’s Unkabogable Phenomenal Box Office Superstar, Vice Ganda (Prime Video)

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"LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines" cast (from left) Pepe Herrera, Jerald Napoles, Kim Molina, Tuesday Vargas, Rufa Mae Quinto, Chad Kinis, Empoy Marquez, Jayson Gainza, and Negi together with series’ host, Asia’s Unkabogable Phenomenal Box Office Superstar, Vice Ganda (fifth from left) (Prime Video)LOL PH_6.jpg

"LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines" cast (from left) Negi, Chad Kinis, Pepe Herrera, Jerald Napoles, Kim Molina, Tuesday Vargas, Jayson Gainza, Empoy Marquez, and Rufa Mae Quinto (Prime Video)LOL PH_5.jpg

"LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines" cast (upper row L to R): Negi, Jerald Napoles, Kim Molina, Rufa Mae Quinto, Chad Kinis, Jayson Gainza, (lower row) Pepe Herrera, and Empoy Marquez with series’ host, Asia’s Unkabogable Phenomenal Box Office Superstar, Vice Ganda (Prime Video)

Petite and Divine Tetay also made cameo appearances throughout the show.

Guests were treated to preview the first two episodes, which will officially premiere on Prime Video on July 4 in 240 countries and territories.

Two new episodes will be released each subsequent week following the initial episodes.

“LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines” is a six-part competition series where ten of the best comedic talents in the Philippines face off in a no-holds-barred showdown.

The goal is to make others laugh without cracking up. The six-hour wacky competition tests their comedic prowess and self-control, with every moment captured by multiple cameras. Viewers are in for a front-row seat to witness the ultimate clash of humor and endurance.

Global phenomenon

The “LOL: Last One Laughing” format has already taken the world by storm, becoming the most watched title on Prime Video in Italy, France, and Germany.

Local versions have also seen tremendous success in Mexico, Australia, India, Spain, Canada, The Netherlands, Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, and Sweden.

Other local celebrity hosts include Jay Baruchel (Canada), Eugenio Derbez (Mexico), Fedez (Italy), Michael "Bully" Herbig (Germany), Rebel Wilson (Australia), Graham Norton (Ireland), and Trevor Noah (South Africa), Pandji Pragiwaksono (Indonesia), Pramote Pathan and Siwat Chotchaicharin (Thailand).

Following the success of these international versions, LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines is expected to captivate audiences with its unique blend of comedy and competition. Alongside this Filipino adaptation, LOL: Last One Laughing Thailand and LOL: Last One Laughing Indonesia are also set to premiere on July 4 and July 11, respectively, exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

Darin Darakananda, head of Central Scripted Series & Movies, International Originals, Amazon and MGM Studios, said, "We are thrilled to bring ‘LOL: Last One Laughing to the Philippines,’ showcasing the incredible comedic talent the country has to offer. We can't wait for audiences in the Philippines and worldwide to experience these ten comedians' hilarious and unpredictable journey."

“LOL: Last One Laughing Philippines” is produced by Amazon MGM Studios in association with Unitel Straight Shooters.

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