May Bukas Pa is a Christian drama series broadcast by ABS-CBN. It aired on the network's Primetime Bida evening block from February 2, 2009 to February 5, 2010, replacing Precious Time and Eva Fonda in Tayong Dalawa's original timeslot with the deleted scene of the show's finale episode released on December 5, 2013 during the original airing of the uncut version on Jeepney TV. The show's original ABS-CBN airing was replaced by Agua Bendita on February 8, 2010.
Roughly 10 years after the original airing, it was rerun from March 16 to May 4, 2020, temporarily taking the timeslot of Ang Probinsyano, which suspended production in compliance with the community quarantine restrictions implemented to contain the COVID-19 pandemic in the country. The reruns were stopped after the network’s shutdown following the expiration of the network’s franchise the day prior.
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The story revolves around Santino (Zaijian Jaranilla), a wide-eyed young boy who was orphaned as a baby before being adopted and raised by Franciscans. Living in the fictional town of Barangay Bagong Pag-asa, he eventually discovers the ability to see and speak with Jesus Christ, whom he fondly called “Bro”. He also gains the ability to miraculously heal the sick. With these special abilities, Santino goes out to help other people with their problems and make a difference in their lives.
The series focuses on kindness and morality in humanity, depicting a child who believes that there's always a way to rectify mistakes, no matter how serious. He trusts that "Bro," his nickname for Jesus Christ, will always guide them with light. The show has had a significant impact on many Filipinos, shaping their outlook on life in a positive manner.