Emilia Clarke & Haley Lu Richardson in Peacock Series
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- "Ponies," Peacock’s new spy thriller set in Moscow during the Cold War, follows two American wives who become CIA operatives after their husbands' suspicious deaths, blending elements of buddy comedy, action thriller, and romantic drama.
- Despite stylish ’70s aesthetics and some entertaining moments, the show struggles with inconsistent character development and unclear motivations, leaving its leads and supporting cast underdeveloped and unconvincing.
- The writing lacks precision, causing tonal shifts that undermine emotional depth, while performances vary—Haley Lu Richardson's charisma contrasts with Emilia Clarke's uneven portrayal of toughness.
- Production design, costumes, and soundtrack receive praise for capturing the era’s look and feel, and the chemistry among main actors adds some enjoyment
