How to Watch Ponies for Free

TVNZ+ is the only streaming platform where you can watch all episodes of Ponies for free, with no subscription required.

However, TVNZ+ is only available in New Zealand, which means if you try to access it from outside the country, the platform will be geo-blocked.

With a simple method, viewers outside New Zaland can still access TVNZ+ and watch Ponies without a subscription. Here’s how you can do it:

Ponies (2026) Synopsis

Ponies is a 2026 TV series that follows two American embassy secretaries in late-1970s Moscow who are abruptly pulled into the world of espionage after their husbands die under suspicious circumstances. Labeled as “persons of no interest,” the women are recruited by the CIA and trained as operatives, forcing them to navigate KGB surveillance, personal loss, and a widening Cold War conspiracy. As their assignments grow more dangerous, the series balances character-driven drama with classic spy-thriller tension set against the political paranoia of the era.

When Does Ponies Season 1 Premiere?

Ponies Season 1 premiered on January 15, 2026, with all eight episodes released.

Ponies Season 1 Episodes

Season 1 consists of eight episodes:

1. Episode 1 – Second Hand News – Premiere date: January 15, 2026
   In 1970s Moscow, tragedy upends the lives of two CIA wives, pushing them toward an unexpected future as operatives inside the Soviet Union.
2. Episode 2 – Hanging on the Telephone – Premiere date: January 15, 2026
   As training begins, Bea handles her first Soviet contact while Twila’s social assignment exposes hints of a much larger and darker plot.
3. Episode 3 – Backstreets – Premiere date: January 15, 2026
   Bea deepens her cover during a risky personal encounter, while Twila pursues an unofficial investigation tied to a series of murders.
4. Episode 4 – Don’t Go Breaking My Heart – Premiere date: January 15, 2026
   Twila runs her first asset with connections to their past, and Bea’s growing bond with Sasha increases the danger surrounding them both.
5. Episode 5 – Turn the Beat Around – Premiere date: January 15, 2026
   A daring plan gives the women a short-lived advantage, raising the possibility that their apparent success is actually a calculated trap.
6. Episode 6 – Night Movies – Premiere date: January 15, 2026
   Revelations about Bea’s late husband threaten her cover, while Twila goes undercover in a hotel linked to the conspiracy.
7. Episode 7 – Livin’ Thing – Premiere date: January 15, 2026
   A tense surveillance operation across Moscow reveals that someone inside the embassy may be betraying them.
8. Episode 8 – The Stranger – Premiere date: January 15, 2026
   In the season finale, shocking truths come to light as Bea and Twila attempt a dangerous escape and uncover the real source of Andrei’s power.

Ponies Cast

Here’s the cast list:

• Emilia Clarke as Bea
• Haley Lu Richardson as Twila
• Adrian Lester as Dane
• Artjom Gilz as Andrei
• Nicholas Podany as Ray
• Petro Ninovskyi as Sasha
• Vic Michaelis as Cheryl

Is Ponies Suitable for All Ages?

Ponies is rated TV-MA and is intended for mature audiences. The series includes adult themes, Cold War violence, sexual content, and intense psychological tension that may not be suitable for younger viewers.

On What Devices Can You Watch TVNZ+?

TVNZ+ is accessible on a wide range of devices:

Device Category	Supported Devices
Mobile Devices	iPhone, iPad, Android phones, Android tablets
Streaming Devices	Apple TV, Chromecast
Smart TVs	Samsung Smart TV, LG Smart TV, Android TV
Game Consoles	PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
Web Browsers	Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge

FAQs

Who created Ponies and what inspired the series?
Ponies was created by Susanna Fogel and David Iserson, drawing inspiration from Cold War espionage history and the idea of overlooked individuals being pulled into intelligence work after personal tragedy.

Is Ponies based on a true story?
The series is fictional, but it is grounded in real Cold War dynamics, CIA tradecraft, and the atmosphere of surveillance that defined Moscow in the late 1970s.

What genre best describes Ponies?
Ponies is primarily a spy thriller, blending political drama, character-focused storytelling, and suspense rooted in international espionage.

Ponies (2026) Trailer

You can watch the trailer here:

This is a mission for the girls.#PONIES arrives January 15 on Peacock. pic.twitter.com/AVv1abfize

— Peacock (@peacock) December 14, 2025

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