MANILA, PHILIPPINES — Capping off the 5th Philippine Film Industry Month (PFIM), the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) will officially launch the JuanFlix Mobile App on September 27, 2025, at Robinsons Place Manila.

Launched in 2020 as FDCP Channel and rebranded in 2022 as JuanFlix: The FDCP Channel, the platform now offers a curated selection of classic and contemporary Filipino films, alongside international titles.

“Ngayon, may sarili nang app ang FDCP kung saan puwede nang manood ng pelikula gamit ang cellphone sa abot-kayang halagang 49 pesos kada buwan (Now, FDCP has its own app where viewers can watch films on their mobile phones for just 49 pesos monthly),” said FDCP Chairman and CEO Jose Javier Reyes.

With the campaign tagline, “Nandito ang Kuwento Mo,” JuanFlix remains committed to sharing Filipino stories centered on community, education, and culture to a wider audience. 

LAUNCH EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Hosted by Milo Elmido Jr. and Inah Evans, the JuanFlix launch event will bring together music, film, and interactive experiences starting 11 AM, featuring: 

Live Performances by:

• Autotelic
• The Ridleys

The special program features the app countdown, the JuanFlix legacy reel, a 2025 JuanFlix montage, and a preview of new titles.   

Interactive Booths & Partner Exhibits from:

• JuanFlix (featuring exclusive launch merchandise)
• Robinsons Manila
• Cinemalaya
• Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP)
• Glimsol Web & Digital Solutions
• Department of Science and Technology–Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI)
• Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)

Special Showcases from FDCP Programs:

• Philippine Film Archive (PFA)
• Academic Film Society (AFS)
• Sine Kabataan
• Student Film Assistance Program (SFAP)

EVENING PROGRAM

Following the daytime festivities, the evening program will present a live walkthrough of the JuanFlix Mobile App and the premiere of its official advertisements.

WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE JUANFLIX APP

Subscribers can look forward to over 100 titles, from fresh releases and student works to archival gems and international films:

• 10 fresh releases (classics and contemporary)
• 8 Short Films, Big Impact 
• 30 Sine Kabataan entries
• 9 Student Film Assistance Program films by FDCP 
• 40+ archival films from the Philippine Film Archive (PFA)
• 9 world cinema titles (available via subscription or pay-per-view)

The JuanFlix Mobile App will be available for download on Google Play and the Apple App Store starting September 27.

With JuanFlix, the FDCP continues to champion Filipino filmmakers while making Philippine cinema more accessible to audiences everywhere.

Stay updated on JuanFlix, PFIM, and other FDCP programs by following FDCP and JuanFlix on Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.