Edu Manzano

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Characters played by Edu Manzano

Albert Moran — Lethal Panther 2 (1993)

A supporting character in the second film; the supplied synopsis gives no specific plot details about him.

Art — A Change of Heart (2000)

Art is one of Loleng’s sons and Danny and Grace’s brother. He initially insists the family honor their father’s will, but later agrees to sell the land on terms that disadvantage Danny. His strained relationship with Rommel and painful memories of their parents’ treatment contribute to his outburst; he eventually apologizes to Danny and values his family more.

Edwin — Abandonada (2000)

Edwin is Gemma's husband and Marco's father. He abandons Gemma abroad, takes Marco, falsely tells others that she died, and marries Cindy for her money. He betrays Gemma again by arranging an ambush, kills Nando, frames Gemma for abduction, and is eventually arrested.

Max — Darna: The Return (1994)

A police officer who develops romantic feelings for Narda. He is secretly the alter-ego of the syndicate leader Magnum, deduces Narda’s secret identity, abducts her, and is later killed by Darna after transforming into a python.

Mr. Zerrudo (segment "Ang Guro") — Shake, Rattle & Roll IV (1992)

Predatory substitute teacher preying on students.

Miguel — Heart of Christmas (1998)

The family's estranged father and a once-respected community figure. After his business fails, he hides to protect his family. He remains absent throughout the crisis and finally returns on Christmas Day to reunite with his four children.

Senator Simon Esguerra — 3pol Trobol Huli Ka Balbon (2019)

Senator Simon Esguerra blames Pol for Secretary Guillermo's murder and, with General Calupitan, is responsible for the death according to the Ledger. He seeks to stop Pol and Trina from exposing the evidence. The President ultimately has him arrested.

Ronald — An Indivisible Heaven (1985)

Ronald is Melody's husband when Melody and Noel, her step-brother, become business partners and reveal their love for each other. The affair destroys his marriage to Melody and makes him furious with his spouse, while Melody continues her relationship with Noel despite the social stigma.

Dr. Francis Palma — Pati ba Pintig ng Puso? (1985)

Dr. Francis Palma reports that Bien may be crucial to Mabelle's life and future. His assessment makes Aldrin's search for Bien urgent, linking the doctor's involvement to Mabelle's prolonged silence and mental distress. The story ends without establishing whether Bien is found or whether Mabelle recovers.

Edu — High Voltage (1995)

Edu is a local police officer assigned to work with Chiang Ho-Wa. Their departments clash over control of an investigation: Chiang insists the police should handle the case, while his superiors require cooperation. Edu's role therefore places him alongside Chiang in a tense investigation shaped by interdepartmental disagreement.

Danny — Batang PX (1997)

Danny is an executive who grows close to Tessie and moves in with her and Amboy. After losing his job, he becomes jobless, alcoholic, and violent, stealing Tessie's money and abusing her. He also punishes Amboy publicly. When he returns drunk despite being expelled, Tessie strikes him with a bat, fatally injuring him.

Danny Prado — Working Girls (1984)

A supporting character connected to the working women's stories.

Career Overview

Edu Manzano has 85 screen credits in a career dating back to 1980. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently Working Girls Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Call My Manager!, Mamasapano: Now It Can Be Told, Everyone Knows Every Juan. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
85
Birth Date
1955-09-14
Birth Place
San Francisco, California, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 4 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q3348165), public domain (CC0).