Mother’s Day isn’t just about flowers or family dinners — it’s about honoring the strength, sacrifice, and soul of the women who shape our lives. This May 11, take time to appreciate Filipino motherhood in all its forms through stories that hit home, laugh hard, and sometimes break your heart.
Watch these six Filipino films on Netflix which celebrate the many faces of motherhood, perfect for a Mother's Day Movie Night with your family!
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1. Family of Two
Starring: Sharon Cuneta, Alden Richards
A son decides to play matchmaker for his widowed mom before leaving the country. But what starts as a feel-good setup turns into a layered portrait of loss, loyalty, and a mother’s quiet resilience.
2. Mommy Issues
Starring: Pokwang, Sue Ramirez
A messy, hilarious, and relatable mother-daughter comedy. Pokwang plays a clingy mom who struggles to let go — and Sue Ramirez is the daughter trying (and failing) to draw boundaries.
Funny, but it stings in all the right places.
3. Inang Yaya
Starring: Maricel Soriano
She raises someone else’s kid while trying to stay connected with her own. A raw look at the emotional toll of caregiving abroad and the complicated choices many Filipino mothers face.
4. Mano Po 6: A Mother’s Love
Starring: Sharon Cuneta
A Filipino-Chinese mother fights to reunite with her estranged daughter. Set against themes of tradition and identity, it’s a quiet powerhouse about maternal love that doesn’t quit.
5. Finding Agnes
Starring: Jelson Bay, Sue Ramirez
When a man travels to Morocco to fulfill his estranged mother’s final wishes, he discovers who she really was. A moving story about absence, healing, and the pieces children carry from their mothers.
6. Miss Granny
Starring: Sarah Geronimo, Nova Villa
A magical transformation sends a lola back to her youth — and straight into showbiz. Beyond the laughs, this film asks: what did she have to give up to become the mother she was?
This Mother’s Day, skip the cliché and stream stories that reflect the reality of being a mom in the Philippines — complicated, exhausting, beautiful, and worth every second.
These films offer a rich tapestry of stories that celebrate the resilience, humor, and unwavering love of mothers. Whether you're seeking laughter, tears, or inspiration, these titles provide a heartfelt tribute to motherhood in all its forms.
