Encantadia (2005 TV series)

Encantadia is a 2005 Philippine television drama fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is the first installment of the Encantadia franchise. Directed by Mark A. Reyes, it stars Sunshine Dizon, Iza Calzado, Karylle, Diana Zubiri, Dingdong Dantes and Jennylyn Mercado. It premiered on May 10, 2005 on the network's Telebabad line up. The series concluded on December 9, 2005 with a total of 160 episodes. It was replaced by "Etheria" in its timeslot.
The series is streaming online on YouTube.
Premise.
In the land of Encantadia, the Sang'gre sisters Alena, Danaya, Amihan and Pirena are designated guardians of four kingdoms within Encantadia. Trusted by the four gems that will keel the peace in the entire land. The ambition of Pirena will destroy this peace. It is one against three, it is sister against sisters.
Ratings.
According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the pilot episode of "Encantadia" earned a 45.9% rating. The series had its highest rating with a 51.7% rating.
Home media release.
On March 4, 2008, GMA Records released the series on DVD. The 160 episodes are divided into 12 volumes of DVDs.
Reboot.
"Encantadia" was rebooted in 2016 by GMA Entertainment TV. Marian Rivera played the role of Mine-a. While the four lead roles were portrayed by Kylie Padilla, Gabbi Garcia, Sanya Lopez and Glaiza de Castro.