From jail cell to ambush. Episode 61 showed just how dangerous Santara still is for Team Firewall.
What is Stella planning?
Something political. GMA's episode description says Stella, played by Ana Abad Santos, decided not to have Team Firewall killed in Santara and instead planned to rescue them publicly, hoping to gain sympathy and boost her chances in the upcoming election. GMA's Part 1 clip says she went to Santara and called on her connections to get the team released. The villain playing hero. Grabe.
Why did Martin warn Hex?
GMA's Part 2 clip says Martin, played by Luis Hontiveros, confronted Hex, played by Jak Roberto, and told him to stop interfering in his relationship with Isa, played by Kylie Padilla, whom Martin insists he truly loves.
What did Hex promise?
GMA's clip says Hex assured Martin that Isa would stay safe, promising to protect her no matter what happens to him. Even in a jail cell abroad, Hex's focus is Isa.
Why was the team suspicious?
GMA's clip says Team Firewall grew suspicious when their prison transfer was scheduled at night, fearing the unexpected move could be part of a deadly plan against them. Their instincts were right.
What happened during the transfer?
GMA's Part 3 clip says the team's prison transfer suddenly turned deadly when an armed group ambushed their convoy and opened fire on the police escort, and asked whether they would survive.
Why does this episode matter?
Stella's plan shows how she uses everything, even her enemies, for her own gain. A public rescue would make her look like a hero right before an election. Meanwhile, the ambush proves the team is still in danger, and the rivalry between Martin and Hex is heating up at the worst time.
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Quick answers
Why did Stella want to rescue Team Firewall?
GMA says Stella planned a public rescue to gain sympathy and boost her chances in the upcoming election.
What happened during Team Firewall's prison transfer?
GMA's Part 3 clip says an armed group ambushed the convoy and opened fire on the police escort.
What time does Taskforce Firewall air?
Taskforce Firewall airs Monday to Friday at 8:50 PM on GMA Prime.
This is a written recap of the GMA episode that aired on August 17, 2026. The video at the top is the official upload, embedded from YouTube. Want to watch the episode itself? Find it on GMA Network's official YouTube channel.
Sources and credits: GMA Network on YouTube - Full Episode 61 | GMA Network on YouTube - Stella moves to rescue Firewall in Santara! (Episode 61 - Part 1/3) | GMA Network on YouTube - Martin warns Hex to stay away from Isa! (Episode 61 - Part 2/3) | GMA Network on YouTube - Team Firewall comes under fire during their transfer! (Episode 61 - Part 3/3) | GMA Network on YouTube - Firewall senses danger during their late-night transfer! (Episode 61) | GMA Network on YouTube - Hex vows to keep Isa safe! (Episode 61). All photos and show names belong to their respective owners.
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