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Ponies Debuts on Peacock With All Eight Episodes of a Cold War Spy Dramedy

Early reviews praise standout lead chemistry alongside stylish 1970s craft, with some critics questioning depth.

Overview

  • Peacock released the eight-episode season on Jan. 15 in the U.S., making the series available to stream in full.
  • Emilia Clarke and Haley Lu Richardson star as embassy secretaries who become CIA operatives in 1977 Moscow, from creators Susanna Fogel and David Iserson.
  • Early reception is strong, with a 92% Rotten Tomatoes critics score reported, even as some reviews flag tonal unevenness and thin character work.
  • Critics highlight the leads’ chemistry and period detail, noting the 3:2 aspect ratio, 1970s design, and Budapest locations standing in for Moscow.
  • A New York premiere took place on Jan. 14, with international availability including StackTV/Showcase in Canada on Jan. 15 and Binge in Australia on Jan. 16.