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Ponies Debuts on Peacock With Strong Notices for Emilia Clarke–Haley Lu Richardson Spy Dramedy

Early reviews praise the leads' chemistry alongside a playful take on Cold War espionage.

Overview

  • All eight episodes dropped January 15 on Peacock in a full-season binge release.
  • Critics report broadly positive reception, with Rotten Tomatoes scores around 91–92% and frequent commendations for the duo at the show's center.
  • Coverage highlights a dramedy tone that balances tension and wit, supported by 1977 period detail and Budapest locations standing in for Moscow.
  • Creators Susanna Fogel and David Iserson say the casting of Clarke and Richardson was central to nailing the series' tonal blend.
  • Peacock has not announced a Season 2, with any renewal expected to hinge on audience performance and platform metrics.