Ang Probinsyano season 7
The seventh season of Ang Probinsyano, a Philippine action drama television series, premiered on ABS-CBN's Primetime Bida evening block and worldwide on The Filipino Channel. Production of the season began following the departure of several cast members who left the program to run in the 2019 midterm elections, along with the introduction of new characters. The season aired from April 8, 2019, to June 26, 2020, with a total of 253 episodes. The series stars Coco Martin as Ricardo Dalisay, alongside an ensemble cast.
The narrative of the seventh season focuses on the restoration of Oscar Hidalgo to the presidency, as well as his and Vendetta
On March 16, 2020, the broadcast of the series was suspended due to the implementation of the enhanced community quarantine in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines. During its suspension, its timeslot was filled with reruns of May Bukas Pa.
Following ABS-CBN's franchise shutdown and the subsequent cease and desist order issued by the National Telecommunications Commission, there was uncertainty regarding the program's continuation. Nevertheless, Ang Probinsyano resumed airing on June 15, 2020, under the tagline "Tuloy ang Laban," beginning with a ten-episode recap, after which new episodes were broadcast. On the same day, its production resumed.
Plot
After the downfall of President Cabrera, Oscar Hidalgo was restored as the rightful President of the Philippines with the help of Vendetta, led by Ricardo "Cardo" Dalisay. Committed to reform, Hidalgo granted amnesty to Vendetta and absorbed them into Task Force Agila, a new government unit against crime. While this secured temporary stability, it also enabled Lily Ann Cortez to gain influence. Presenting herself as a philanthropist, Lily covertly expanded her criminal networks and exploited her ties to the president. At the same time, Cabrera's former ally Renato Hipolito, supported by crime boss Lazaro, returned to the underworld and sought dominance through intimidation and murder, creating instability that Lily maneuvered to her advantage.Task Force Agila became the government's spearhead against organized crime, targeting drug syndicates, rogue policemen, and kidnappers. Their operations, however, drew retaliation from powerful enemies. Among the most dangerous was Dante "Bungo" Madarang, a sadistic crime lord who sought revenge against Cardo. His atrocities included massacres, abductions, and the murders of female officers, pushing the task force into exhausting battles. Despite victories in dismantling syndicates and saving hostages, they suffered heavy casualties and constant harassment from corrupt politicians such as Gina Magtanggol and Bartolome "Kap Bart" C. Bulaan, who repeatedly targeted Cardo's family and business.
Cardo and his allies eventually confronted Dante in a series of brutal encounters. Following the murder of Alex and several deadly ambushes, Dante entrenched himself in Sitio Kasagaran, recruiting locals to resist government forces. In the final showdown, he fought Cardo across the community until they clashed in a basketball court. Weakened but defiant, Dante revealed explosives strapped to his body. Although Cardo shot him, he detonated the bombs, killing himself and ending his reign of terror. This marked a turning point for Task Force Agila but did not ease the growing threats posed by Lily, Hipolito, and Lazaro.
Meanwhile, Lily tightened her hold over the presidency by feigning illnesses, aligning with foreign drug syndicates, and abandoning former allies. Her schemes coincided with upheavals in the barangay, where Lola Flora was disqualified from the captaincy, leading Alyana Dalisay to run and win against Bart and Gina's corrupt campaign. The victory was marred by violence when Bart's gunmen attacked their celebration, leaving Alyana critically wounded before Bart and Gina were arrested and disgraced. Simultaneously, Chloe, a witness to Hipolito's operations, aided Task Force Agila in exposing criminal warehouses but was later murdered by Renato after refusing full cooperation. Rivalries deepened as Lily secured greater control, even marrying President Hidalgo while secretly eliminating competitors.
Despite successes, Task Force Agila faced mounting pressure as corruption infiltrated both the barangay and Malacañang. Alyana began her term as captain while dealing with remnants of Bart's influence, and Judge Arturo Padua's family brought further discord through smuggling and abuse of power. Clarice Padua's obsession with Cardo strained his marriage, while Oscar's judgment was compromised by Lily and Renato's manipulation. Violence escalated further with new syndicates and kidnappings, leading to the deaths of Task Force members and the adoption of an orphaned child by Cardo and Alyana. Even as Delfin Borja was framed and suspended, Cardo pressed on, uncovering Lily and Renato's plots.
Cast and characters
;Main cast- Coco Martin as P/Cpt. Ricardo "Cardo" Dalisay
- Yassi Pressman as Kapitana Alyana R. Arevalo-Dalisay
- Angel Aquino as Diana T. Olegario
- John Arcilla as Renato "Buwitre" Hipolito
- Rowell Santiago as President Oscar Hidalgo
- Shamaine Centenera-Buencamino as Virginia "Virgie" R. Arevalo
- John Prats as PC/MSgt. Jerome Girona Jr.
- Bianca Manalo as Lourdes "Bubbles" Torres
- McCoy de Leon as Juan Pablo "JP" R. Arevalo
- Jaime Fabregas as Delfin S. Borja
- Michael de Mesa as Pat. Ramil "Manager" Taduran
- Joel Torre as Teodoro "Teddy" Arevalo/Jose Malaya
- Lorna Tolentino as First Lady Lily Ann Cortez-Hidalgo
- Susan Roces as Flora "Lola Kap" S. Borja-de Leon
- Mitch Valdes as Konsehala Gina Magtanggol
- Malou Crisologo as Yolanda "Yolly" Capuyao-Santos
- Marvin Yap as Elmo Santos
- PJ Endrinal as Wally Nieves
- Lester Llansang as P/Cpt. Mark Vargas
- Michael Roy Jornales as P/Cpt. Francisco "Chikoy" Rivera
- John Medina as P/Cpt. Avel "Billy" M. Guzman
- Marc Solis as P/MSgt. Rigor Soriano
- CJ Ramos as Pat. Patrick Espinosa
- Daria Ramirez as Auring
- Arlene Muhlach as Loring
- Ella Cruz as Lisa
- Jobert "Kuya Jobert" Austria as Pat. George "Wangbu" Espinosa
- Bryan "Smugglaz" Lao as Pat. Marsial "Butete" Matero
- Lordivino "Bassilyo" Ignacio as Pat. Dante "Bulate" Villafuerte
- Hyubs Azarcon as P/MSgt. Rolando "Lando" Reyes
- Nico Antonio as Jacinto "Entoy" Santos
- Sancho delas Alas as Pat. Gregorio "Greco" Cortez
- Lorenzo Mara as Ruben
- Rhed Bustamante as Ana
- Kenken Nuyad as Aye
- Whitney Tyson as Elizabeth
- Donna Cariaga as Doray Mendoza
- Joven Olvido as Carlo "Caloy" Mendoza
- Nonong Ballinan as Ambo
- Ghersie Fantastico as Itong
- Prinsipe Makata as Mot
- Shantel Crislyn Layh "Ligaya" Ngujo as Ligaya Dungalo
- Rhian "Dang" Ramos as Amanda "Dang" Ignacio
- James "Paquito" Sagarino as Paquito Alvarado
- Jay Gonzaga as James Cordero
- Juliana Parizcova Segovia as Francisco/Francine
- Roy "Shernan" Gaite as Gido
- Pedro "Zaito" Canon Jr. as Nick