Jake Macapagal
Acting
Biography
As a seasoned actor with over 35 years of experience in the entertainment industry, Jake Macapagal has had the privilege of taking on numerous lead roles in both stage and film productions. One of his career highlights was his BAFTA-nominated critically acclaimed film, Metro Manila, which went on to win several awards including the World Cinema Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival and Best British Independent Film Award at the BIFAs. For his outstanding portrayal of Oscar, Jake was even nominated for the Most Promising Newcomer award by BIFA. Since then, he has been fortunate enough to work on a range of exciting projects, such as HBO Asia's Halfworlds, Ben Rekhi's Watch List, and the highly anticipated Paramount+ original U.K. drama series, No Escape. Despite these accomplishments, Jake remains grounded and continues to work hard to hone his craft and bring his best to every project he takes on.
Filmography 17
Movies (15)
Quezon2025Manuel Nieto
The Monsters Without2023Rommel Romero
Rabid2021Carlo (segment "Kami Lang Ba Ang Pwede Malasin?")
Watch List2019Victor
Sa Gabing Nanahimik Ang Mga Kuliglig2017
Buhay Habangbuhay2016
Kid Kulafu2015Dizon
Metro Manila2013Oscar Ramirez
Posas2012PO2 Santiago
Pi7ong Tagpo2007Benjo (segment "Wedding Ring")
Foster Child2007
Double2007
Pandanggo2006Healer (segment "Agogo")
Chateau de Roses2005
Sakay1993Party Guest
Shows (2)
No Escape2023Colonel Justin Reyes
Halfworlds2015Kaprey