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Season 1 – Ponies

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In 1977 Moscow, two "PONIES" ("persons of no interest" in intelligence speak) work‬‭ anonymously as secretaries in the American Embassy. That is, until their husbands die under‬‭ mysterious circumstances in the Soviet Union, and they are thrust into the CIA. Bea Grant is‬‭ sharp, over-educated and fluent in Russian -- a child of Russian immigrants, trying to make‬‭ sense of a life that hasn't turned out the way she expected. Twila Hasbeck is a small-town‬‭ firecracker: abrasive, bold and more fearless than she should be. Thrown together by grief and‬‭ circumstance, the two dig into the vast conspiracy their husbands were killed for.
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Ponies — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

As much a buddy adventure as it is an espionage caper, Ponies' likable trot of a story gradually achieves full gallop thanks to Emilia Clarke and Haley Lu Richardson's tag-team charisma.

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Bet on Ponies for a fun, exciting, throwback caper with the gals.

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Scott Bryan BBC.com Jun 2
Not a Must Watch
The first 20 minutes is trying to get to a set up. But, until that moment, there wasn't that much humour and there wasn't that much entertainment. Go to Full Review Lucy Mangan Guardian May 22
4/5
Plot happens, but the pleasure of the show is in the deepening friendship between the women. Maybe it shouldn’t work but it does. It’s a mashup of genres and tropes, but it is its own thing too – and an unexpected treat at that. Go to Full Review Rebecca Nicholson Financial Times May 22
4/5
Though there is plenty of action, and some frankly preposterous car chases, the show lives in its quick dialogue and the richness of its characters, whose poignant back stories balance out the silliness. Go to Full Review Jack Seale Radio Times Jun 10
4/5
Ponies might be a tad too flippant to challenge The Americans and achieve proper spy-thriller greatness, but if it doesn’t, that will likely be because it’s too busy having too much fun. For now, comrades, we’ve secured a valuable new asset. Go to Full Review Asyia Iftikhar metro.co.uk May 22
4/5
All in all, Haley and Emilia helm this fascinating thriller with a steady hand – supported by a standout ensemble cast that populate this rich world. But the missions they are sent on are where this show really thrives... Go to Full Review Pat Stacey Irish Independent May 22
3/5
Once it gets past the rickety opening instalment, Ponies deftly juggles character-driven humour, action and sweaty suspense, and Clarke and Robinson have wonderful chemistry. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Ebony H @EbyBloom Jul 4 I think the show tried to walk a thin line between a high stakes spy thriller and a comedy/parody. It was a successful attempt, more often than not. When it failed, it didn't fail hard, and usually recovered quickly enough. See more Rose W @RT33244705 Jun 28 Great cinematography. Intriguing storylines. Good acting. Nailed the aesthetic. I want a season twooooo…. See more Charity S @Charity270 Jun 20 Really enjoying it. Haley Lu Richardson is definitely the new Mae Whitman in this role. Recommended for sure. See more Reva C @RT568 Jun 17 Quite enjoying it. I’m a sucker for tropes and this hits all the spots. The characters very much remind me of Rizzoli & Isles. So I eat it up. See more Tiny R @BigReviews Jun 12 If Cagney and Lacey was set in Russia. If Daphne and Velma used their skills to be spies. But not really spies, spies adjacent. This female duo, one intellectual and pragmatic and one brazen and aloof, are a joy to watch. They fall into this world of espionage in a creative way. As the story unfolds, there may be a couple unbelievable moments, but it refrains from coming camp and instead the acting and story mix drama, action and humor in a fun way. Ok maybe it is a little camp, in the best way! See more vh R @RT56633674 Jun 6 Season 2 please!! Please let us know Bea & Twila get through this! You can't leave us hanging! See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Susanna Fogel

Creator

David Iserson

Creator

Emilia Clarke

Bea

Haley Lu Richardson

Twila

Nicholas Podany

Ray

Andrew Richardson

Shep

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 15, 2026 Second Hand News In late 1970s Moscow, two CIA wives are thrust into a shadowy new world after tragedy strikes; with their lives upended, they embark on a new life as CIA operatives in the Soviet Union. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 15, 2026 Hanging on the Telephone As Bea and Twila begin their training, Bea becomes the handler for Soviet technician Sasha and catches the eye of the dangerous KGB officer Andrei; Twila's assignment entertaining a businessman uncovers a much deeper conspiracy. Details Episode 3 Aired Jan 15, 2026 Backstreets Bea strengthens her cover on a date with Andrei; Twila dives into an off-the-books investigation of a string of sex worker murders. Details Episode 4 Aired Jan 15, 2026 Don't Go Breaking My Heart Twila runs her first asset, Vera, a Russian fixer with secrets tied to their husbands' deaths; as Bea's bond with Sasha grows, so does the danger. Details Episode 5 Aired Jan 15, 2026 Turn The Beat Around In a bold move, Bea enlists an unlikely ally to pose as Vera, but what seems like a victory may actually be a trap. Details Episode 6 Aired Jan 15, 2026 Night Moves As dark truths about her late husband surface, Bea struggles to hold her cover with Andrei; Twila goes undercover in a hotel. Details Episode 7 Aired Jan 15, 2026 Livin' Thing A stakeout across Moscow pushes Bea and Twila to their limits, revealing there is a mole inside the Embassy. Details Episode 8 Aired Jan 15, 2026 The Stranger Manya reunites with an old friend and discovers something shocking; Bea, Twila and Sasha flee the city and learn the secret behind Andrei's rise in the KGB. Details

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Season Info

Creator
Susanna Fogel, David Iserson
Network
Peacock
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 15, 2026