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Dolphy in daddy mode: 4 movies where the Comedy King stands as father figure

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<p>The King of Comedy of <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/films" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Philippine cinema</a>, Dolphy, had all kinds of laugh-out-loud movies to his name, but nothing quite beats his tender moments in his father figure roles. Striking the perfect balance between heartfelt exchanges and hilarious mischief, these classic Dolphy <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/films/2025/1/9/family-comes-first-bambi-and-the-different-faces-of-a-filipino-breadwinner-1934" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">family movies</a> will remind you why he was a master at his craft! </p><div> </div><div><strong>Dolphy as Kevin Cosme in ‘Home Along da Riles da Movie’</strong></div><p>Perhaps one of his most iconic characters to date, Dolphy as Kevin Cosme is a widowed father who diligently raises his four children. The sitcom-turned-movie follows the Cosmes&#x27; daily antics while living near a railroad, as well as Kevin making ends meet upon being laid off from his job as a hotel chef. Disrupting their innocent shenanigans is a mob group that comes after Kevin&#x27;s family after his son catches them in their criminal act. </p><div> </div><div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/IzBtDtLBJHQ?si=iZzldtgIdffG2F0x" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div> </div><div><strong>Dolphy as Kevin Cosme in ‘Home Along da Riles 2’ </strong></div><p>In this sequel movie, the hardworking Kevin becomes financially capable of renovating his growing family’s humble abode. That is, until he comes across a life-changing inheritance from his late uncle, allowing the Cosme family to live large in their newly acquired estate. With greedy businessmen hot on Kevin&#x27;s trails and his children getting accustomed to their new lavish lifestyle, it’s up to the Cosme patriarch to keep his family’s priorities in check. </p><div> </div><div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/oaOLuTchEAY?si=460wM7QR-OCNskxb" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div> </div><div><strong>Dolphy as Mario in ‘Daddy O, Baby O!’ </strong></div><p>The comedy king goes from bachelor to instant father when his character Mario adopts the rebellious Ana (Serena Dalrymple) to fulfill his friend’s dying wish. Mario learns the ropes of fatherhood as he raises Ana with the help of his sister Brenda (Gloria Romero), all while trying to woo Ana&#x27;s teacher Maribel (Angel Aquino). As Ana seeks out her mother, Mario initially offers to help but winds up slowly warming up to the misunderstood girl. </p><div> </div><div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KuJuD4TU0BA?si=jkBot4XOfclD2M7d" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div> </div><div><strong>Dolphy as Roy in ‘Wanted: Perfect Father’ </strong></div><p>To impress his workaholic neighbor Lily (Dawn Zulueta), Dolphy as Roy steps up as a father figure for her kids Mica (Sarah Jane Abad) and Timmy (Tom Taus). Forging a strong bond with Lily’s children, even Roy’s supposed death does not stop him from looking after the youngsters. With everyone else believing that a train accident cost him his life, Roy keeps the charade up and poses as a female nanny to reunite with Lily’s family. </p><div> </div><div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lIRxaPgZXOU?si=LsYLvp2SqaMntMfm" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div> </div><p>Watch comedy royalty at work by streaming Dolphy’s FULL MOVIES for FREE on Star Cinema’s <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ABSstarcinema" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">official YouTube channel</a>! </p><div> </div><div><strong>RELATED VIDEOS:</strong></div><div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/u8tMLFWAIiU?si=6kg6KEb6-fSeafIR" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/narLh_TOS2E?si=wpf7US4zsGdjHFYM" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><div> </div><div><strong>RELATED STORIES:</strong></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/films/2025/1/23/8-digitally-restored-sagip-pelikula-films-you-can-stream-for-free-1804" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">8 digitally restored Sagip Pelikula films you can now stream for free — and where to find them!</a></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/films/2025/3/6/3-moving-movie-moment-on-choosing-forgiveness-1730" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">3 moving movie moments on choosing forgiveness</a></div>

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Dolphy in daddy mode: 4 movies where the Comedy King stands as father figure

Mika Geronimo

Published April 10, 2025 05:18 PM PHT

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Updated April 10, 2025 05:29 PM PHT

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