Nine days at No. 1 is no joke, but even the DonBelle streak had to make way eventually, and it was a homegrown advocacy film that did it.
Photo: PEP.phHow long was 'Us in the End' at No. 1?
"Us in the End," or "Tayo sa Wakas," starring Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano, held the top spot on Netflix Philippines for nine straight days, from September 11 to September 19, 2026. That is a strong run by any measure, which makes the film that finally dethroned it even more notable.
How did 'I'mPerfect' take over the No. 1 spot?
"I'mPerfect" debuted at No. 3 on September 19, then jumped to No. 1 the very next day, September 20. The film follows Jessica and Jiro, played by Krystel Go and Earl Amaba, two characters with Down syndrome who fall in love while navigating family expectations and their own independence. Go won Best Actress for the role at the 2025 MMFF, where the film also took home Best Picture.
What did the film's producers say about this milestone?
Nathan Studios, led by veteran actress producer Sylvia Sanchez and CEO Ria Atayde, shared how meaningful it is to see the film reach a much bigger audience through streaming.
Sobrang saya namin. Noong ginagawa namin ang I'mPerfect, ang gusto lang talaga namin ay mas maraming tao ang makakita at makaintindi sa mundo nila, sa mga pangarap nila at sa kaya nilang gawin. Hindi sila iba sa atin.
Ria Atayde added her own message about what inclusion really means:
Inclusion is not about giving people with Down Syndrome special treatment. It is about making sure they are given the same dignity, opportunities, and freedom to dream that all of us deserve.
Why does this Netflix ranking actually matter?
Chart numbers can feel abstract, but in this case it means a story centering people with Down syndrome is what Filipino households are choosing to watch over big budget blockbusters and teen romance hits. That is a real shift in what audiences are hungry for.
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Quick answers
Did 'I'mPerfect' really hit No. 1 on Netflix Philippines?
Yes, it reached No. 1 on Netflix Philippines' Top 10 Movies list on September 20, 2026, after debuting at No. 3 the day before.
What is 'I'mPerfect' about?
It follows Jessica and Jiro, two people with Down syndrome played by Krystel Go and Earl Amaba, as they fall in love while navigating family expectations and independence.
Which film did 'I'mPerfect' overtake on Netflix Philippines?
It ended the 9 day No. 1 streak of 'Us in the End,' starring Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano.
Updated September 22, 2026. Sources and photo credits: PEP.ph | Manila Bulletin Tempo. All photos belong to their respective owners.