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The Polygamist

The Polygamist
★ 8.8/10•2026•TV-MA•Drama•Soap
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He chose betrayal, she chose revenge.

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

StatusReturning Series
LanguageZU
First Air DateJun 12, 2026

Episodes

Episode 1 - Episode 1E126m

Episode 1

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.

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 2 - Episode 2E230m

Episode 2

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 3 - Episode 3E328m

Episode 3

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 4 - Episode 4E428m

Episode 4

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 5 - Episode 5E527m

Episode 5

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 6 - Episode 6E626m

Episode 6

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 7 - Episode 7E724m

Episode 7

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 8 - Episode 8E828m

Episode 8

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 9 - Episode 9E927m

Episode 9

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 10 - Episode 10E1027m

Episode 10

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 11 - Episode 11E1123m

Episode 11

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 12 - Episode 12E1225m

Episode 12

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 13 - Episode 13E1327m

Episode 13

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 14 - Episode 14E1428m

Episode 14

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 15 - Episode 15E1524m

Episode 15

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 16 - Episode 16E1625m

Episode 16

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 17 - Episode 17E1724m

Episode 17

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 18 - Episode 18E1825m

Episode 18

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 19 - Episode 19E1929m

Episode 19

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 20 - Episode 20E2024m

Episode 20

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 21 - Episode 21E2124m

Episode 21

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

Jun 12, 2026

Episode 22 - Episode 22E2224m

Episode 22

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

Jun 12, 2026

Actors

Gugu Gumede

Gugu Gumede

Joyce Gomora

S'Dumo Mtshali

S'Dumo Mtshali

Jonasi Gomora

Kwanele Mthethwa

Kwanele Mthethwa

Matipa Nkosi

Kenneth Nkosi

Kenneth Nkosi

Magesh Gomora

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