ICYDK: The Takeshi's Castle Reboot Is Getting a Pinoy Dub This Year

(SPOT.ph) Remember the wacky theatrics of Takeshi's Castle from your youth? The Japanese series paved the way for the game show genre, and now it's back via Prime Video and TBS with a reboot to entertain a new generation on a global scale. Even the Philippines is in on the laughs—a localized Filipino dub is set to air exclusively on Prime Video before the year ends.

"Takeshi's Castle is ageless and is meant to be enjoyed across generations. We hope you have as much fun watching it as we had to make it," said Takayuki Hayakawa, head of local originals at Prime Video Japan.

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Takeshi's Castle, but make it Pinoy

Takeshi's Castle first hit Philippine shores in 1990 via IBC Channel 13, which was dubbed by actors Anjo Yllana and Smokey Manaloto voicing the titular Takeshi and right-hand man Iwakura, respectively. Instead of just a direct translation, the dub's script and delivery leaned on Pinoy humor, making the hit series come alive to tickle Filipino viewers througn TV screens.

"We are thrilled to bring the reboot of the iconic game show Takeshi’s Castle to Prime Video, which fascinated audiences in the Philippines and many other countries in the 90s, transcending languages and culture barriers," said James Farrell, Head of International Originals at Prime Video.

"Takeshi’s Castle made millions laugh, and we can’t wait for our audiences worldwide to relive this new and reimagined comedic gem on Prime Video," he added.

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The Filipino dub of the reboot will utilize that same Pinoy humor, this time with three Mariteses to accompany the viewers as participants conquer the castle's challenges. Three hosts will assist the chismis queens in between segments and games. No hints as to who the Mariteses will be, but we can't wait for a gossip trio to emerge.

"Takeshi's Castle marked a whole generation in the Philippines. We are delighted to have some of the funniest and most iconic talent in Philippine entertainment alongside each other to bring this reboot to life. Their participation on this show will help capture the imagination of a new generation of viewers, and delight original fans of the show," said Erika North, Head of Originals at Prime Video, Asia-Pacific.