Peacock has officially announced that the espionage thriller series “Ponies” will premiere on January 15, 2024. The show stars Emilia Clarke, known for her role in “Game of Thrones,” and Haley Lu Richardson, recognized for her performance in “The White Lotus.” Set against the backdrop of Moscow in 1977, the narrative follows two secretaries at the American Embassy whose husbands are killed under mysterious conditions. As they navigate their new reality, they become CIA operatives, working to unravel a significant Cold War conspiracy.
In addition to Clarke and Richardson, the series features a talented cast including Adrian Lester, Artjom Gilz, Nicholas Podany, and Vic Michaelis. The show is helmed by David Iserson, who has previously worked on acclaimed series like “Mr. Robot” and “New Girl.”
Game Show Adaptation of “Shark Bite”
The popular 2017 family board game “Shark Bite” is making its transition to television as a game show. Producers Cleve Keller and Dave Noll are collaborating with Goliath and Perfect Game to bring this exciting format to life. The show will feature five animatronic sharks, each standing at 20 feet tall, each with its own distinct personality. Contestants will compete in pairs for a chance to win $100,000, but they must avoid answering questions incorrectly, as doing so could send them into the shark’s mouth.
Updates on “Tulsa King” and Taika Waititi’s New Deal
Production for the fourth season of “Tulsa King” is currently underway, although it has been reported that there is no formal showrunner in place. Scott Stone, who is the executive in charge of production from 101 Studios, is acting as the de facto showrunner. The first season’s showrunner, Terence Winter, is managing the writers’ room in Los Angeles but will not be on set in Atlanta. This development follows the recent dismissal of over two dozen crew members just days before filming began.
In other entertainment news, acclaimed filmmaker Taika Waititi has secured a new first-look deal with 20th Television, FX Productions, and Hulu. Under this agreement, he will develop and direct original series for both 20th Television and FX Productions. One of the projects under this deal is a half-hour comedy titled “Last Look,” which is set in the world of a luxury fashion house. The show will explore the lives of the underdogs who work to bring fashion to life and the extravagant designers behind it. Notably, Jason Kim, a writer-producer from “Barry,” is also involved in this project.
New Adventures in the “Star Wars” Universe
Disney has unveiled a new trailer for the third season of the animated series “Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures.” All episodes of this season are scheduled to premiere on December 8 on Disney+, followed by daily releases on Disney Junior. In this new season, the young Jedi will confront Rek Minuu, a mischievous master droidsmith, and will befriend Dotti, a beloved local shop owner known for her droid repair skills. Viewers can also look forward to meeting a trio of new droid companions: Beepers, Dozer, and Gigi.
These announcements mark an exciting time in the television landscape, with diverse genres and storytelling styles set to engage audiences globally.
