5 ‘My Little Pony’ Episodes That Prove It’s a Perfect Show for Adults
We all know that My Little Pony is a colorful story created to entertain children, but some episodes are so deep and emotional that you can't help but think it's great for adults too! These five episodes are especially great.
Although My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic is designed for children, adult audiences are not-so-secretly captivated by it, too. People love it because of its positive vibes and the calmness it inspires.
The show's soft humor and relatable characters, combined with its vibrant animation, appeal to a wider audience than just young children. In a world where everyone loves Game of Thrones and MobLand, we just need some My Little Pony.
And these 5 episodes demonstrate why the show transcends age boundaries.
1. “The Perfect Pear” (Season 7, Episode 13)
In this episode we learn the heartbreaking backstory of how Applejack's parents met, fell in love, and ultimately died. The story is told through the lens of a Romeo and Juliet-style forbidden romance between feuding families and it makes it so much more tragic.
The episode tackles all the classic Shakespearean themes of loss and family legacy, showing how love can bridge even the deepest of divides. It's crazy how many emotions one can feel after just one episode, and its nuanced portrayal of grief resonates powerfully with adult viewers who understand the weight of family history and generational conflict.
2. “Tanks for the Memories” (Season 5, Episode 5)
Another story tackling the theme of loss, which adults still find difficult to process. In the episode, Rainbow Dash's desperate attempt to prevent winter so her pet tortoise Tank doesn't have to hibernate serves as a profound meditation on loss and acceptance.
“Tanks for the Memories” doesn't shy away from depicting the raw stages of grief, from denial to bargaining to eventual acceptance. Adults recognize the universal struggle of watching loved ones slip away and the futile desire to stop time itself.
3. “Amending Fences” (Season 5, Episode 12)
In this episode, Twilight Sparkle confronts the consequences of neglecting friendships in pursuit of academic achievement while she attempts to reconnect with former classmates she once abandoned.
It explores themes of regret and personal growth, and reminds us once again how difficult it is to rebuild burned bridges. Many adults see their own past mistakes reflected in Twilight's journey, making her path to redemption deeply relatable.
4. “The Cutie Re-Mark” (Season 5, Episodes 25-26)
This two-part season finale presents alternate timelines where small changes create dramatically different, often dystopian realities. Beyond its clever science fiction premise, the episode explores how individual choices ripple through history and the importance of every person's contribution to society.
The darker alternate worlds tackle themes of war, authoritarianism, and societal collapse with surprising sophistication.
5. “A Canterlot Wedding” (Season 2, Episodes 25-26)
Princess Cadance's wedding serves as a backdrop for exploring themes of trust, intuition, and the importance of standing up for one's beliefs despite social pressure. When Twilight discovers that the bride is an imposter, she faces a tough time for telling the truth.
The episode acknowledges the challenges adults face in recognizing manipulation and gaslighting, while highlighting the courage we need to stand firm against opposition.
