The Third Party


The Third Party is a 2016 Filipino romantic comedy drama film starring Angel Locsin, Sam Milby and Zanjoe Marudo. It is directed by Jason Paul Laxamana from a screenplay written by Charlene Sawit-Esguerra and Patrick John Valencia.
The film was produced by ABS-CBN Film Productions and was theatrically released in Philippine cinemas on October 12, 2016, by Star Cinema.
The film marks Angel Locsin's second movie this year after Everything About Her, and serves a reunion for her and Zanjoe Marudo who both starred in the 2012 film One More Try; both films were also released by Star Cinema.

Premise

The story revolves between exes Andi, an events manager who aspires to be a fashion designer and Max, a cosmetic surgeon who both find ways to keep their relation intact after a breakup. But later on, Max finds new love with a gay Pediatrician, Christian. Andi gets pregnant and the trio forms a family. The film also tackles friendship and how a person gets to know more about himself.

Cast

Main cast

The Third Party was theatrically released in the Philippines on October 12, 2016, by Star Cinema.

Music

by Morissette Amon and Harana was released as the official soundtrack for the movie.

Reception

Box office

The film grossed ₱10 million on its first day. The film has been successful nationwide and worldwide, despite its genre, giving a boost to the LGBT community.
The Third Party reached the 100 Million mark in its 3rd week of showing, joining other successful films that reached 100 Million.
As of April 2019, the movie is available in the United States and elsewhere on Netflix.

Awards