---
title: "My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/my-little-pony-best-gift-ever-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 564638
imdb_id: "tt8734822"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 44
community_rating: 7.5
vote_count: 90
content_rating: "PG"
---

# My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/my-little-pony-best-gift-ever-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever is a 2018 Christmas-themed animated television special based on the animated series My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic. Released in the United States on October 27, 2018, the production is classified under the genres of animation, comedy, fantasy, and music. The special was directed by Denny Lu, Jim Miller, and Mike Myhre. The voice cast includes Tara Strong as Twilight Sparkle, alongside Andrea Libman, Ashleigh Ball, and Cathy Weseluck. 

The story takes place as the characters prepare for another Hearth's Warming holiday where families come together to celebrate. In the special, the Mane Six and Spike are each hoping to find the best gift ever for the holiday. While Pinkie Pie, Fluttershy, Applejack, Rarity, and Rainbow Dash are ready for the big day, Princess Twilight Sparkle does not have time to celebrate.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Plex | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jim Miller, Denny Lu, Mike Myhre
- **Networks / Studios**: Allspark Animation, DHX Media, Hasbro Studios

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Tara Strong** as *Twilight Sparkle (voice)*
- **Andrea Libman** as *Pinkie Pie / Fluttershy / Pony Shopper (voice)*
- **Ashleigh Ball** as *Applejack / Rainbow Dash / Pony Vendor 2 (voice)*
- **Cathy Weseluck** as *Spike (voice)*
- **Tabitha St. Germain** as *Rarity / Muffins / Flurry Heart (voice)*
- **John de Lancie** as *Discord (voice)*
- **Andrew Francis** as *Shining Armor (voice)*
- **Britt McKillip** as *Princess Cadence (voice)*
- **Asia Mattu** as *Aurora (voice)*
- **Alison Wandzura** as *Bori (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever online?
My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Fandango At Home. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever worth watching?
My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever holds a community rating of 7.5/10 based on 90 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Animation, Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever and when was it released?
My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever is a feature film with a runtime of 44 minutes. It was released in 2018. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever?
My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever was directed by Jim Miller, Denny Lu, Mike Myhre.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/564638)
- [My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever (TV Movie 2018) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8734822/)
- [My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever (2018) - Cast & Crew — The ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/564638-my-little-pony-best-gift-ever/cast)
- [My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/My_Little_Pony:_Best_Gift_Ever)
- [My Little Pony: Best Gift Ever Cast: Tara Strong & More](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/my-little-pony-best-gift-ever/9KdUg5UW2UmKAvSawU11a5/credits/)

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