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The Polygamist
Social media darling, Joyce, is the picture of marital perfection — until her cheating husband's conquests ignite a scandalous emotional meltdown.
- Created by:
- Akin Omotoso
- Cast:
- Gugu Gumede, S'Dumo Mtshali, Kwanele Mthethwa, Kenneth Nkosi
- Language:
- Zulu
- Country:
- South Africa
- Network:
- Netflix
Episode guide
Seasons
Season 1
Episodes
E01
Episode 1
★ 8.2Episode 1
2026-06-12 · 26mBeyond 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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E02
Episode 2
★ 7.4Episode 2
2026-06-12 · 30mAs Matipa seductively weaves her way into the Gomora empire, Joyce's flawless brand and family begin to crumble.
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E03
Episode 3
★ 6.6Episode 3
2026-06-12 · 28mJoyce stages a glamorous anniversary party to save her public image, forcing her broken family to smile through the betrayal.
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E04
Episode 4
★ 7.7Episode 4
2026-06-12 · 28mJonasi returns home. Matipa tries to win him back while Joyce is torn between peace and self-preservation.
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E05
Episode 5
★ 6.7Episode 5
2026-06-12 · 27mMatipa’s expectations for a generous settlement fail, so she seeks greener (and more powerful) pastures.
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E06
Episode 6
★ 7.0Episode 6
2026-06-12 · 26mNews of a possible pregnancy unsettles Joyce and raises new suspicions about family secrets.
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E07
Episode 7
★ 6.5Episode 7
2026-06-12 · 24mAfter the birth of the twins, Joyce has an emotional breakdown. The children grow tired of Jonasi’s violent games.
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E08
Episode 8
★ 7.8Episode 8
2026-06-12 · 28mTo survive the scandal, Joyce makes a desperate suggestion — turning private heartbreak into a shared experiment for power (polygamy).
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E09
Episode 9
★ 5.5Episode 9
2026-06-12 · 27mJoyce puts on a happy face, but the new marriage structure sparks social backlash and isolates the family.
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E10
Episode 10
★ 6.7Episode 10
2026-06-12 · 27mA secret first love emerges, revealing decades of sacrifice and Jonasi’s long-hidden lies.
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E11
Episode 11
★ 7.2Episode 11
2026-06-12 · 23mJonasi seeks birthday adoration from three women but faces resentment and family loneliness.
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E12
Episode 12
★ 7.2Episode 12
2026-06-12 · 25mThe twins’ Christening explodes into chaos as long-buried family secrets detonate.
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E13
Episode 13
★ 7.2Episode 13
2026-06-12 · 27mEssie pleads with Joyce. Overwhelmed by secrets, Joyce considers abandoning fame to confront Jonasi.
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E14
Episode 14
★ 9.2Episode 14
2026-06-12 · 28mJonasi pursues a new conquest with power and luxury. Xolani publicly confronts Lindani.
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E15
Episode 15
★ 9.3Episode 15
2026-06-12 · 24mLindani desperately seeks help from Mpume and Joyce. Jonasi deepens his betrayals.
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E16
Episode 16
★ 9.3Episode 16
2026-06-12 · 25mThe family home descends into chaos. Lindani’s mother steps in. Medical results enrage Joyce.
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E17
Episode 17
★ 9.3Episode 17
2026-06-12 · 24mJoyce plays the dutiful wife while Jonasi is hospitalized, but his health issues don’t curb his thirst for power.
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E18
Episode 18
★ 7.8Episode 18
2026-06-12 · 25mMatipa and Joyce find uneasy solidarity after Jonasi’s abuse. Magesh helps Joyce choose freedom.
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E19
Episode 19
★ 7.8Episode 19
2026-06-12 · 29mAfter alienating everyone, Jonasi receives harrowing health news while completely alone.
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E20
Episode 20
★ 9.5Episode 20
2026-06-12 · 24mThree-year time jump: The Gomoras are thriving, but Jonasi returns as a shadow of his former self.
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E21
Episode 21
★ 7.2Episode 21
2026-06-12 · 24mJonasi’s health fails as he lives discarded and alone. The family struggles with love and hate for him.
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E22
Episode 22
★ 7.4Episode 22
2026-06-12 · 24mCompetition between the wives continues beyond the grave as Essie and Joyce clash over how to memorialize Jonasi.
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Gugu Gumede
Joyce Gomora
S'Dumo Mtshali
Jonasi Gomora
Kwanele Mthethwa
Matipa Nkosi
Kenneth Nkosi
Magesh Gomora