My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic produced by the Hub.
Plot: The series follows the adventures of Twilight Sparkle, a smart but socially awkward unicorn, as she learns to make friends in Ponyville. Most episodes include her five best friends: Rarity, Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, and Applejack. Each pony displays a particular gift and impediment regarding friendship. For example, Fluttershy is kind, but painfully shy and non-confrontational, so she must learn to maintain her gentleness without becoming a doormat. Throughout the episodes, the six ponies experience the ups and downs of working with each other in a magical, brightly-colored world.
Genre: Cartoon
Reading Level: Rated TV Y
Similar Titles: The Powerpuff Girls; Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends
Personal Thoughts: The remake of an older show has proven very successful for a number of reasons. The cast is reduced, allowing character development to take precedence over toy advertisements. Each character maintains a distinct personality, allowing viewers to pick and follow favorites. Additionally, the stories contain jokes pleasing to adults without being necessarily aimed at them exclusively (a la Shrek) so the episodes remain enjoyable without becoming exclusive. The series remains generally wholesome without being too sappy. Some episodes do become slightly overhanded in the message, but the overall presentation of the series allows viewers to enjoy a genuinely uncynical, fun show.
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