Standing alongside other productions from different parts of the world.
In the list of nominees issued for the 2026 International Emmy Awards, the hit Filipino digital drama series Love At First Spike was included in the table for the Kids: Live Action category.
There, the iWant Original series, which is a production of ABS-CBN Studios, stood alongside Prodictions from South America and Europe.
31 Minutos: Calurosa Navidad (Chile), De Achterblijvers [Those Left Behind] (The Netherlands), and Dexter Procter: The Ten Year Old Doctor (United Kingdom).
According to the i-Emmys, mominees will convene in New York at the International Emmy World Television Festival for a welcome cocktail, Nominee Panels & Presentations from November 20 to 22.
Winners will then be announced at the 54th International Emmy Awards Gala in New York City on November 23, 2026 (Monday).
Starring Emilio Daez, Sean Tristan, and Reign Parani, the show maintained its position in iWant’s top 5 series throughout its premiere run from July until September 2025.
A story of romance, rivalry, and friendship, this follows the story of Uno (Emilio Daez), a suspended basketball varsity captain who is forced to join the volleyball team led by his former best friend, Jared (Sean Tristan), who secretly harbors feelings for him.
As Uno enters this new world, he meets Farah (Reign Parani), Jared’s cousin, sparking an even fiercer rivalry both on and off the court.
Highlighting acceptance, breaking gender stereotypes in sports, and portraying the struggles of student-athletes, Love at First Spike earned praise from viewers and critics, especially LGBTQ and Gen Z audiences, for its heartfelt storytelling, strong performances, and progressive themes.
Directed by Ivan Andrew Payawal, the series also features Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 4th big placer River Joseph, as well as other PBB alumni Dylan Yturalde, Rain Celmar, Binsoy Namoca, Sky Quizon, and Andi Abaya.
Former Sparks Camp campers Universe Ramos, Miggy Ruallo, Nick de Ocampo, and Bong Gonzales are also part of the cast.
Adrian Alandy, Meryll Soriano, Jude Hinumdum, Lance Reblando, Gio Alvarez, and Alwyn Uytingco are all in the show too.
