Mystic

Before writing this review I was trying to think of faults in this show that would mean I give it a 9- or 8-star review, but I honestly came up with nothing.

Most importantly, the characters are brilliant, unique and have many layers to them which you will unpack as you go through all the 3 seasons, and the actors/actresses and brilliant at bringing these bold personalities to life without them being overly exaggerated or corny. Probably the most interesing characters are Izzy (Macey Chipping) and Tom (Kirk Torrance). The storylines in Mystic are also great and engaging because each new season introduces more new characters who slightly alter the feel of the show and create new problems and dramas. The side plots involving Dan (Max Crean) and his family also give an insight into Maori culture which people living outside New Zealand would rarely experience. Another thing to note (which has already been mentioned by others) is that the cinematography and scenery is breathtakingly beautiful and calming. Kauri Point is hardly a luxury or modern town and this rough-around-the-edges feel fits perfectly with the wilderness arounf them.

The themes of environmental protection, placing the community above corporate greed, ownership of your mistakes (and all the characters make MANY mistakes, some of them which are hard to watch unfold) and the realisation that your close friends and family are the most trustworthy people all help Mystic to feel very uplifting and refreshing to watch. I think we can all take lessons from the values held by the characters in this show.

It's important to bear in mind that this show is aimed for family viewing so if you enjoy more adult themes then this might not be your cup of tea. However, it certainly doesn't feel like a kids show either, but rather a show everyone can find enjoyment in because of how dynamic it is. I watched it as the first episode premiered in July 2020 when I was 16, and now I'm 21 and it's still my favourite TV show by far.

This is a beautiful sweet cinematic gorgeous show with great acting interesting stories and dynamic families. It's also fun just getting a little look at New Zealand and Maori culture. It's is a teen/family horse show, but for that it has again great story set and acting. And the horses are beautiful and shots of riding is really good. And it has supernatural elements which I found really interesting. It does has a lot of drama, some unnecessary conflict from people simply not calling each other right away, but for the most part they actually make that make sense in the world. And despite all these factors, the show feels very grounded and realistic. The best part though is that even though ALL the characters make bad choices and cause hurt, THEY ALL always apologize fully and sincerely-and that's so refreshing to see in a show that is about horses and drama. More shows need to show people being accountable, and giving and receiving forgiveness and reconciling despite mistakes from selfishness.

Amazing story, definitely for 8+ years. Shame it was delayed. I had to wait months for the rest of the series due to COVID.

Very light hearted. Great watch. Can recommend for any age.

We are in our fifties and love it! It's just so much fun, the mystery of it. Would definitely appeal to preteens and teens! We are looking forward to season four! The horses, the acting and the cinematography is top notch! Give it a try!! So worth it.

Created by Amy Shindler and Beth Chalmers, it is based on Pony Club Secrets, Stacy Gregg's series of pony novels, the first of which is Mystic and the Midnight Ride (2007). Set on the fictional peninsula of Kauri Point, New Zealand, Mystic tells the story of Issie Brown and her new-found friendships with the town's teen horse riders, and their efforts to save Kauri Point from an industrial development that threatens it.