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Pen Medina

Pen Medina

Actor · Born August 27, 1950 (76) · Arayat, Pampanga, Philippines

Crispin "Pen" Parungao Medina Sr. (born August 27, 1950) is a Filipino actor who started acting in theater plays in his youth. He eventually played versatile roles on the big screen and in various television shows. He became well known after getting the role of the villainous Hagorn in the 2005 fantasy television series Encantadia. He has won the Nora Aunor Ulirang Artista Lifetime Achievement Award during the 33rd PMPC Star Awards for Movies, the Best Supporting Actor Award at the 62nd FAMAS Awards, and the Best Actor Award at the 6th Cinema One Originals Film Festival.

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Biography from TMDB.

Born
August 27, 1950 (76)
From
Arayat, Pampanga, Philippines
Works as
Actor
Titles
12 on MovieCove · 92 credits in all
Links
IMDb (opens in a new tab)TMDB (opens in a new tab)Wikidata (opens in a new tab)

Known for

TMDB popularity, last 39 days to Oct 28Down 8% in 30 days

What are Pen Medina's films like?

Across their 7 MovieCove titles with a thematic analysis, their films lean Morality and Self.

Themes

share of theme weight
Morality
30%
Self
18%
Bonds
16%
Survival
15%
Power
12%
Society
6%
Ideas
3%
Obsession2 titles, browse their movies with this themeDeception2 titles, browse their movies with this themeBetrayal2 titles, browse their movies with this theme

What they feel like to watch

their average across 7 films
ToneFeelDemandtheir average · filled zone: the category
Dark: How heavy the subject matter and outlook get. Browse their dark movies.
Tone · Weight
lightdark

Light 1 · Serious 1 · Dark 5

Grounded: How far its world departs from everyday reality. Browse their grounded movies.
Tone · Style
naturalisticheightened

Grounded 5 · Stylized 2 · Heightened 0

Charged: How hard the emotional peaks hit while you watch. Browse their charged movies.
Feel · Intensity
gentleintense

A split, not a type: Gentle 1 · Charged 2 · Intense 4

Shifting: How much it swings between very different feelings. Browse their shifting movies.
Feel · Swings
steadyswings

Steady 2 · Shifting 4 · Whiplash 1

Straight-faced: How much of the runtime is played for laughs. Browse their straight-faced movies.
Feel · Humor
noneconstant

Straight-faced 6 · Some laughs 1 · Funny 0

Slow burn: How fast it moves from scene to scene. Browse their slow burn movies.
Demand · Pace
slowrelentless

A split, not a type: Slow burn 3 · Even-paced 4 · Relentless 0

Engaged: How much focus it asks of you — look away and lose the thread? Browse their engaged movies.
Demand · Attention
casualfull focus

Casual 2 · Engaged 3 · Full focus 2

Affecting: How much it costs you emotionally; whether you need recovery time. Browse their affecting movies.
Demand · Emotional cost
easyheavy

A split, not a type: Easy watch 2 · Affecting 0 · Heavy 5

Resolved: How much is left for you to interpret. Browse their resolved movies.
Demand · Resolution
resolvedambiguous

Resolved 5 · Open-ended 0 · Ambiguous 2

Roles they play

2 analyzed roles

Moods and endings

endings are an aggregate; no title is named

Dominant moods · mentions across their titles

Tense
5
Melancholic
5
Dread
3
Romantic
2
Elegiac
1
Other
4

How their films linger

Haunting4 titles, browse their movies with this aftertasteDevastating3 titles, browse their movies with this aftertasteUnsettling2 titles, browse their movies with this aftertaste

How their films end · 1 with a twist

  • Happy2
  • Tragic5

AI-generated from each title's plot synopsis and cast list, with extra plot summaries, reviews and Parents Guide notes for titles the model may not know, and the model's own knowledge of the ones it recognizes. Only analyzed titles count, so this covers part of the filmography; the feel axes count films only for now.

Where can I watch Pen Medina's films?

As of October 24, 2026, 3 of their 12 MovieCove titles stream on a subscription or free service.

Also on these channels

Subscription and free streaming for Pen Medina's titles on MovieCove; rent and buy are not counted. Titles are listed by Midcredits score, highest first, at most 12 per service; a dashed chip is a producer credit or a minor one, such as a thanks. A service opens the browse page, which counts movies only, so its number can differ.

Filmography

92 credits, 12 with a MovieCove page.

  • In Thy Name (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2025)

    Actor

  • Kampana (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2024)

    as Narrator

  • Batang Quiapo (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2023)

    Show 517 episodes · as Marciano Dimaculangan / Marsing

  • La Vida Lena (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2020)

    Show 170 episodes · as Kiko Cabrera

  • 24/7 (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2020)

    Show 4 episodes · as Dante Pangilinan

  • Sahaya (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2019)

    Show 122 episodes · as Panglima Alari

  • Ang Pangarap Kong Holdap (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2018)

    as Ka Paeng Durucut

  • Mang Kepweng Returns (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2017)

    as Ingkong Kapiz

  • Pasión de Amor (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2015)

    Show 194 episodes · as Maryo Adriano / Mayor

  • Oh My G! (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2015)

    Show 133 episodes · as G

  • Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2014)

    Actor

  • Gangster Lolo (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2014)

    Actor

  • Edna (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2014)

    Actor

  • My BFF (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2014)

    Show 69 episodes · as Gerry

  • 10000 Hours (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2013)

    as Iago

  • Hello, World (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2013)

    Actor

  • Magkano Ba ang Pag-ibig? (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2013)

    Show 100 episodes · as Andoy

  • Cassandra: Warrior Angel (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2013)

    Show 64 episodes · as Lolo Gimo

  • Himala Ngayon (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2012)

    Actor

  • Aso ni San Roque (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2012)

    Show 90 episodes · as Ben "Mother Ben" Asino

  • Kamera Obskura (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2012)

    Actor

  • E-Boy (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2012)

    Show 53 episodes · as Tatang

  • Ikaw Ay Pag-Ibig (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2011)

    Show 50 episodes · as Angel Gabriel

  • Amigo(2010)

    as Albay

    Midcredits score: 52nd percentile of all films

  • Layang Bilanggo (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2010)

    as Paul

  • Ishmael (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2010)

    as Nestor

  • Panday Kids (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2010)

    Show 72 episodes · as Tasyo

  • Agua Bendita (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2010)

    Show 147 episodes · as Padre Guido

  • Shake, Rattle & Roll 11 (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2009)

    as Diablo (segment "Diablo") (voice)

  • Tatang (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2009)

    as Tatang Ruding

  • The Blood Trail (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2009)

    as Danilo Marquez

  • Ngayon at Kailanman (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2009)

    Show 80 episodes · as Vener Torres

  • I.T.A.L.Y. (I Trust and Love You)(2008)

    as Destiny's Father

    Midcredits score: 19th percentile of all films (provisional, few ratings)

  • Joaquin Bordado (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2008)

    Show 108 episodes · as Jilco

  • E.S.P. (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2008)

    Show 13 episodes · as Bestre

  • Ataul: For Rent (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2007)

    as Tata Islaw

  • Ang cute ng ina mo!(2007)

    as RP President

    Midcredits score: 44th percentile of all films

  • Image Nation (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2006)

    as (segment "Mistulang Kamera Obskura")

  • Noel (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2006)

    Show 50 episodes · Actor

  • Circumcision (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2005)

    Actor

  • Baryoke (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2005)

    Actor

  • Bcuz Of U (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2004)

    as Tatay

  • Evolution of a Filipino Family(2004)

    as Kadyo

    Midcredits score: 88th percentile of all films

  • Silent Passage (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2004)

    as Pacio Garcia

  • Bertud Ng Putik (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2003)

    as Dodong

  • Till There Was You (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2003)

    as Frank Boborol

  • Ang Agimat: Anting-anting ni Lolo (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2002)

    as Fr. Tolon

  • La Vida Rosa (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2001)

    as Lupo

  • Deathrow (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2000)

    as Gabino

  • Lagarista (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2000)

    as Jimmy

  • Reef Hunters (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1999)

    as Dado

  • Kahapon, May Dalawang Bata (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1999)

    as Terio

  • José Rizal (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1998)

    as Paciano Mercado

  • In the Navel of the Sea (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1998)

    as Gusting

  • Sanggano (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1997)

    as Father Luis

  • They Call Me Joy (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1997)

    as Tikyo

  • Mumbaki (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1996)

    as Ramon Atiwan

  • Elena's Redemption (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1996)

    as Pedring

  • Utol (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1996)

    as Mang Kanor

  • Segurista (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1996)

    as Pepe Moreno

  • Leon Cordero (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1996)

    as Tito Miroy

  • Iligpit si Bobby Ortega: Markang Bungo 2 (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1995)

    Actor

  • Unsung Heroine (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1995)

    Actor

  • Col. Billy Bibit, RAM (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1994)

    as Datu Kiram

  • Loretta (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1994)

    as Prosecutor

  • Darna: The Return (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1994)

    as Barangay Captain

  • Wating (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1994)

    as Gus

  • Sakay (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1993)

    as Col. Lucio de Vega

  • Noli Me Tangere (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1993)

    Show 13 episodes · as Asawa ni Sisa

  • The Nun (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1992)

    as N.G.O. Member

  • Aswang (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1992)

    Screenplay · as Nato

  • Heroes (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1992)

    Actor

  • Shake, Rattle & Roll III (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1991)

    as Fr. Salazar (segment "Ate")

  • Sister (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1991)

    as Fr. Salazar

  • Demonstone (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1990)

    as General (as Crispin Medina)

  • Fatal Vacation(1990)

    Actor

    Midcredits score: 54th percentile of all films

  • One Day Without God (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1989)

    as Pfc. Nelson Galang (as Crispin Medina)

  • Fight for Us (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1989)

    as Chef 'Sparrow'

  • Saigon Commandos(1988)

    as Quy (as Crispin Medina)

    Midcredits score: 10th percentile of all films

  • Sweet Revenge(1987)

    as Tak (as Crispin Medina)

    Midcredits score: 5th percentile of all films

  • Once Upon a Time (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1987)

    Actor

  • The Graduates (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1986)

    Actor

  • Unfaithful Wife(1986)

    as Villa

    Midcredits score: 47th percentile of all films (provisional, few ratings)

  • Scorpio Nights(1985)

    as Barkada

    Midcredits score: 70th percentile of all films

  • Wrenched From Heaven (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1985)

    Actor

  • Virgin Forest (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1985)

    as Macabebe Scout

  • Shake, Rattle & Roll (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1984)

    Actor

  • Sister Stella L. (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1984)

    as Nes

  • Of the Flesh(1983)

    as Menardo

    Midcredits score: 80th percentile of all films

  • Miracle(1982)

    as Pilo

    Midcredits score: 96th percentile of all films

  • Moral(1982)

    as Professor

    Midcredits score: 83rd percentile of all films

  • Boystown (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1982)

    Actor

Career shape

Star power in the 72nd percentile of 239,109 people with a billed film role, over a full career of 92 titles from 1982 to 2025.

Biggest box office

I.T.A.L.Y. (I Trust and Love You) (2008)

$486K worldwide

Highest rated

Miracle (1982)

Midcredits 96th

Most popular right now

Scorpio Nights (1985)

Film career

By role

only this rolewith another role
Acting92 of 92: 91 only acting, 1 with another role · typical Midcredits score53rdWriting1 of 92: 0 only writing, 1 with another role

By decade

1980s16 · acting1990s26 · 26 acting · 1 crew2000s22 · acting2010s23 · acting2020s5 · acting

Counts from TMDB across their full career, self appearances out; a title counts in every role they held on it. The ring is the typical Midcredits score (the median percentile) of the role's titles that are on MovieCove, shown from 5 scored.

How do Pen Medina's films land?

Their typical MovieCove film has a Midcredits score in the 53rd percentile, the median of all 12; across their 7 films with reception data, the typical film sits in the 56th percentile for acclaim.

Acclaim · how much people like their films

56thpercentile
Typical film, the median of 7

Approval · how many liked their films

76thpercentile
Typical film, the median of 7

Reach · how many have seen their films

42ndpercentile
Typical film, the median of 7

Midcredits score across 12 titles, by percentile

  • 75th and up4
  • 50th to 74th3
  • 25th to 49th2
  • Below 25th3

Shape of the crowd

7 of their 12 titles are Mixed.

  • Divisive1
  • Cult Classic4
  • Mixed7

Most divisive · actor

I.T.A.L.Y. (I Trust and Love You) (2008)

95th percentile spread · 59% rated it 4 or lower

Most loved · actor

Miracle (1982)

Midcredits 96th · 82% liked

Reviewers score the acting 68/100 in their films, across 3 reviewed titles; fans 80, detractors 20. The element that speaks to their work as an actor.

Percentiles are each film's standing among all films on MovieCove; the typical film is the median, so one outlier cannot drag it. Percentiles and reviewer scores count the films IMDb credits them on, for now; the Midcredits score bands, the shape of the crowd and the two cards count their MovieCove titles, shows included (a show ranked among shows), appearances as themselves left out. A descriptor is the shape of a title's IMDb rating distribution against the catalog; "most divisive" needs a spread wider than half of all titles, and a card names only a principal credit: a craft role, and on a show a crew role or a run of episodes, never a courtesy credit or a one-off guest spot.

Who does Pen Medina work with?

People who share at least 2 of Pen Medina's MovieCove titles, grouped by what they did on them; Joel Torre shares the most, 3.

Directors

Writers

Actors

Editors

Producers