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The Polygamist

8.8/10 220 votes
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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.

Created by:
Akin Omotoso
Cast:
Gugu Gumede, S'Dumo Mtshali, Kwanele Mthethwa, Kenneth Nkosi
Language:
Zulu
Country:
South Africa
Network:
Netflix

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Season 1

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Episode 1

★ 8.2

Episode 1

2026-06-12 · 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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Episode 2

★ 7.4

Episode 2

2026-06-12 · 30m

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

★ 6.6

Episode 3

2026-06-12 · 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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Episode 4

★ 7.7

Episode 4

2026-06-12 · 28m

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

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Episode 5

★ 6.7

Episode 5

2026-06-12 · 27m

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

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Episode 6

★ 7.0

Episode 6

2026-06-12 · 26m

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

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Episode 7

★ 6.5

Episode 7

2026-06-12 · 24m

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

★ 7.8

Episode 8

2026-06-12 · 28m

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

★ 5.5

Episode 9

2026-06-12 · 27m

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

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Episode 10

★ 6.7

Episode 10

2026-06-12 · 27m

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

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Episode 11

★ 7.2

Episode 11

2026-06-12 · 23m

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

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Episode 12

★ 7.2

Episode 12

2026-06-12 · 25m

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

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Episode 13

★ 7.2

Episode 13

2026-06-12 · 27m

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

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Episode 14

★ 9.2

Episode 14

2026-06-12 · 28m

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

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Episode 15

★ 9.3

Episode 15

2026-06-12 · 24m

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

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Episode 16

★ 9.3

Episode 16

2026-06-12 · 25m

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

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Episode 17

★ 9.3

Episode 17

2026-06-12 · 24m

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

★ 7.8

Episode 18

2026-06-12 · 25m

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

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Episode 19

★ 7.8

Episode 19

2026-06-12 · 29m

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

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Episode 20

★ 9.5

Episode 20

2026-06-12 · 24m

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

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Episode 21

★ 7.2

Episode 21

2026-06-12 · 24m

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

★ 7.4

Episode 22

2026-06-12 · 24m

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

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Cast

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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