Title
TV Show Classification and Broadcasting Rules
Law
Memorandum Circular No. 001-93
Decision Date
Jan 18, 1993
Television shows in the Philippines must adhere to strict classification guidelines, allowing only GP-rated programs at any time and PG-rated shows from 9 PM onwards, with severe penalties for airing adult content.
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Q&A (MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 001-93)

Television shows and programs with GP classification (General Patronage) are authorized for showing on television at any time of the day.

Television shows with PG classification (Parental Guidance) are allowed only from 9:00 o'clock in the evening up to late at night.

No, films and programs carrying the R (For Adults) and X (not for public viewing) classifications are not allowed for television broadcast.

The directives are pursuant to Presidential Decree 1986 and the MTRCB (Movie and Television Review and Classification Board) Rules and Regulations promulgated pursuant thereto.

The practice of airing adult programs during late night hours will be severely penalized.

GP stands for General Patronage, indicating shows suitable for general audiences at any time of the day.

PG means Parental Guidance, indicating shows that require parental guidance and are allowed only from 9:00 PM to late night.

The R classification means For Adults, indicating that the program is restricted to adult viewers and is not allowed for television broadcast.

The X classification signifies that the program is not for public viewing and is prohibited from television broadcast.


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