Praybeyt Benjamin (2011): Cast, Box Office, Plot & Where to Watch
Praybeyt Benjamin is a 2011 comedy directed by Wenn V. Deramas, starring Jimmy Santos as Benjamin Santos VII, Dennis Padilla and Abby Bautista. It runs 1 hour 45 minutes and earned $7.7 million worldwide. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 45m (105 min)
- Director
- Wenn V. Deramas
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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Tagalog - Studio
- Viva Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Praybeyt Benjamin About?
The premise of Praybeyt Benjamin without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
When a civil war in the Philippines breaks out, a gay man born into a military family is forced to enlist in place of his ailing father.
Where to Watch Praybeyt Benjamin
Rent or buy it from Amazon Video. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Praybeyt Benjamin Cast & Characters
Jimmy Santos leads the cast as Benjamin Santos VII, with Dennis Padilla as Bentot Santos and Abby Bautista as Anjamin Santos. Directed by Wenn V. Deramas; 20 actors are credited in all.
- Director Wenn V. Deramas
- Jimmy Santos as Benjamin Santos VII
- Dennis Padilla as Bentot Santos
- Abby Bautista as Anjamin Santos
- Malou de Guzman as Lillibeth Santos
Also Starring in Praybeyt Benjamin
· 16 more- Anja Aguilar Jesamine Santos
- Vice Ganda Private Benjamin 'Benjie' Santos VIII
- Eddie Garcia Gen. Benjamin Santos VI
- Yam Concepcion Benjie's Neighbor
- Derek Ramsay Brandon
- Angelica Panganiban Brandon's Fiance (voice)
- Nikki Valdez Lucresia Alcantara
- DJ Durano Dominador Dondi Rosales
- Flora Gasser Jojo's Grandmother
- Ricky Rivero Bigboy Carnate
- Kean Cipriano Emerson Ecleo
- Vandolph Buhawi Manay
- Carlos Agassi Paul Marigma
- Bodie Cruz George Carang
- Tutti Caringal Ringo Daway
- Callalily Bullies
Praybeyt Benjamin Plot Summary
What happens in Praybeyt Benjamin from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The Santos family has a long history of military service, having participated in numerous significant events, such as the Battle of Mactan, the Philippine Revolution, and World War II. In today’s world, Benjamin “Benjie” Santos VIII, played by Vice Ganda, is a dance instructor residing with his supportive parents and two sisters, Jesamine and Anjamin. Unbeknownst to his traditional grandfather, Gen. Benjamin Santos VI, portrayed by Eddie Garcia, Benjie openly identifies as gay, which creates unspoken tension within the family. Benjie’s father, Benjamin “Ben” VII, portrayed by Jimmy Santos, defied the family’s military legacy by pursuing a career as a scientist and inventor.
Full summary
The whole story of Praybeyt Benjamin, scene by scene
Praybeyt Benjamin Box Office
Praybeyt Benjamin grossed $7.7 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$7.7M
- International
- $7.7M
Praybeyt Benjamin Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Praybeyt Benjamin.
How Well Do You Know Praybeyt Benjamin?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who plays the lead role of Benjamin "Benjie" Santos VIII?
Cars in Praybeyt Benjamin
4 cars on screen, including the unknown and the 1995 Kia Pride.
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1993 Mitsubishi Pajero Minor role -
Nissan Diesel PE6T Minor role
Praybeyt Benjamin Also Known As
Also known as “Praybeyt Benjamin - Tagalog”.
- Also known as
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- Praybeyt Benjamin - Tagalog
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Praybeyt Benjamin FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Praybeyt Benjamin, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Praybeyt Benjamin?
Praybeyt Benjamin runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).
When was Praybeyt Benjamin released?
Praybeyt Benjamin was released on October 26, 2011.
Who directed Praybeyt Benjamin?
Praybeyt Benjamin was directed by Wenn V. Deramas.
More films by Wenn V. Deramas Who is in the cast of Praybeyt Benjamin?
Praybeyt Benjamin stars Jimmy Santos as Benjamin Santos VII, Dennis Padilla as Bentot Santos and Abby Bautista as Anjamin Santos, among 20 credited actors.
Where can I watch Praybeyt Benjamin?
In the US, Praybeyt Benjamin is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Praybeyt Benjamin make at the box office?
Praybeyt Benjamin grossed $7.7 million worldwide.
Does Praybeyt Benjamin have a post-credit scene?
No. Praybeyt Benjamin has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Praybeyt Benjamin in?
The original language of Praybeyt Benjamin is Tagalog.
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