Peacock's spy thriller 'Ponies' has been cancelled after just one season, despite a 96% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The series, which debuted in January 2026, follows two secretaries who become CIA operatives in the 1970s after their spy husbands die under mysterious circumstances. The cancellation, announced five months after the season finale, has sparked outrage among fans, with some vowing never to watch Peacock again.
Star-Studded Cast and Critical Acclaim
The series stars Emilia Clarke, known for her role in 'Game of Thrones', alongside Haley Lu Richardson from 'The White Lotus' and veteran actress Harriet Walter. Critics and audiences praised the show, with Rotten Tomatoes recording a 96% approval rating. One fan described it as 'excellent,' calling it 'one of the best series of the year.' Another wrote, 'This show is incredible... It's honestly the best show I've seen in a long time.'
Viewership Struggles Lead to Axing
Despite critical acclaim, 'Ponies' never cracked Nielsen's Top 10 streaming charts, leading to its cancellation. The season finale left several major cliffhangers, frustrating viewers who had hoped for a second season. One fan tweeted, 'Wtf noooooooooo! ... #Ponies was so great! I loved them so much! I hate all these cancellations with passion.' Another fumed, '#Peacock is a joke, it's like the rest of the streaming apps now, all the good shows cancelled.'
Fan Boycott and Future of the Series
Some fans have threatened to abandon Peacock entirely. One declared, 'Never watching @peacock ever again.' Others criticized the lack of promotion, with a fan suggesting, 'Maybe put more ads out there, I never heard of #PONIES until I scrolled thru then they cancel the 1 great show they have on now.' As of now, Peacock has not commented on the cancellation or potential revival. 'Ponies' season 1 remains available for streaming on Peacock.
