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Series · 2026–Returning

The Polygamist

8.9·1 season·22 episodes·24 min avg.·South Africa

Social media darling, Joyce, is the picture of marital perfection — until her cheating husband's conquests ignite a scandalous emotional meltdown.

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Episode 1Up next
Jun 12, 2026·8.2

Beyond the picture-perfect funeral tears and her immaculate influencer wife persona, Joyce leaves behind a past of rage and a marriage built on secrets.

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Episode 2
Jun 12, 2026·7.4

As Matipa seductively weaves her way into the Gomora empire, Joyce's flawless brand and family begin to crumble.

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Episode 3
Jun 12, 2026·6.6

Joyce stages a glamorous anniversary party to save her public image, forcing her broken family to smile through the betrayal.

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Episode 4
Jun 12, 2026·7.4

Jonasi returns home. Matipa tries to win him back while Joyce is torn between peace and self-preservation.

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Episode 5
Jun 12, 2026·6.7

Matipa’s expectations for a generous settlement fail, so she seeks greener (and more powerful) pastures.

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Episode 6
Jun 12, 2026·7.0

News of a possible pregnancy unsettles Joyce and raises new suspicions about family secrets.

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Episode 7
Jun 12, 2026·6.5

After the birth of the twins, Joyce has an emotional breakdown. The children grow tired of Jonasi’s violent games.

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Episode 8
Jun 12, 2026·7.8

To survive the scandal, Joyce makes a desperate suggestion — turning private heartbreak into a shared experiment for power (polygamy).

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Episode 9
Jun 12, 2026·5.5

Joyce puts on a happy face, but the new marriage structure sparks social backlash and isolates the family.

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Episode 10
Jun 12, 2026·6.7

A secret first love emerges, revealing decades of sacrifice and Jonasi’s long-hidden lies.

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Episode 11
Jun 12, 2026·7.2

Jonasi seeks birthday adoration from three women but faces resentment and family loneliness.

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Episode 12
Jun 12, 2026·7.2

The twins’ Christening explodes into chaos as long-buried family secrets detonate.

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Episode 13
Jun 12, 2026·7.2

Essie pleads with Joyce. Overwhelmed by secrets, Joyce considers abandoning fame to confront Jonasi.

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Episode 14
Jun 12, 2026·9.2

Jonasi pursues a new conquest with power and luxury. Xolani publicly confronts Lindani.

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Episode 15
Jun 12, 2026·9.3

Lindani desperately seeks help from Mpume and Joyce. Jonasi deepens his betrayals.

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Episode 16
Jun 12, 2026·9.3

The family home descends into chaos. Lindani’s mother steps in. Medical results enrage Joyce.

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Episode 17
Jun 12, 2026·9.3

Joyce plays the dutiful wife while Jonasi is hospitalized, but his health issues don’t curb his thirst for power.

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Episode 18
Jun 12, 2026·7.8

Matipa and Joyce find uneasy solidarity after Jonasi’s abuse. Magesh helps Joyce choose freedom.

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Episode 19
Jun 12, 2026·7.8

After alienating everyone, Jonasi receives harrowing health news while completely alone.

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Episode 20
Jun 12, 2026·9.5

Three-year time jump: The Gomoras are thriving, but Jonasi returns as a shadow of his former self.

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Episode 21
Jun 12, 2026·7.2

Jonasi’s health fails as he lives discarded and alone. The family struggles with love and hate for him.

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Episode 22
Jun 12, 2026·7.4

Competition between the wives continues beyond the grave as Essie and Joyce clash over how to memorialize Jonasi.

Cast

4 credited
Gugu Gumede
Joyce Gomora
S'Dumo Mtshali
Jonasi Gomora
Kwanele Mthethwa
Matipa Nkosi
Kenneth Nkosi
Magesh Gomora

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