The Polygamist

The Polygamist

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

Genres

Drama • Soap

Runtime

2026

Rating

13+

Casts

Gugu Gumede • S'Dumo Mtshali • Kwanele Mthethwa

Directors

Episodes

Episode 1

1. Episode 1

26m

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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2. Episode 2

30m

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

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3. Episode 3

28m

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

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4. Episode 4

28m

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

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5. Episode 5

26m

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

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6. Episode 6

26m

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

Jun 12, 2026

7. Episode 7

27m

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

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8. Episode 8

27m

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

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9. Episode 9

26m

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

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10. Episode 10

27m

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

Jun 12, 2026

11. Episode 11

23m

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

Jun 12, 2026

12. Episode 12

25m

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

Jun 12, 2026

13. Episode 13

27m

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

Jun 12, 2026

14. Episode 14

28m

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

Jun 12, 2026

15. Episode 15

24m

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

Jun 12, 2026

16. Episode 16

24m

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

Jun 12, 2026

17. Episode 17

24m

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

Jun 12, 2026

18. Episode 18

25m

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

Jun 12, 2026

19. Episode 19

29m

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

Jun 12, 2026

20. Episode 20

24m

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

Jun 12, 2026

21. Episode 21

24m

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

Jun 12, 2026

22. Episode 22

24m

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

Jun 12, 2026