The Polygamist
8.920261 Season22 Episodes

The Polygamist

He chose betrayal, she chose revenge.

Overview

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

Cast & Characters

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

Episodes

Episode 1
EP 1

1. Episode 1

8.2
26m2026-06-12

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.

Episode 2
EP 2

2. Episode 2

7.4
30m2026-06-12

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

Episode 3
EP 3

3. Episode 3

6.6
28m2026-06-12

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

Episode 4
EP 4

4. Episode 4

7.4
28m2026-06-12

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

Episode 5
EP 5

5. Episode 5

6.7
27m2026-06-12

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

Episode 6
EP 6

6. Episode 6

7.0
26m2026-06-12

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

Episode 7
EP 7

7. Episode 7

6.5
24m2026-06-12

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

Episode 8
EP 8

8. Episode 8

7.8
28m2026-06-12

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

Episode 9
EP 9

9. Episode 9

5.5
27m2026-06-12

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

Episode 10
EP 10

10. Episode 10

6.7
27m2026-06-12

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

Episode 11
EP 11

11. Episode 11

7.2
23m2026-06-12

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

Episode 12
EP 12

12. Episode 12

7.2
25m2026-06-12

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

Episode 13
EP 13

13. Episode 13

7.2
27m2026-06-12

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

Episode 14
EP 14

14. Episode 14

9.2
28m2026-06-12

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

Episode 15
EP 15

15. Episode 15

9.3
24m2026-06-12

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

Episode 16
EP 16

16. Episode 16

9.3
25m2026-06-12

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

Episode 17
EP 17

17. Episode 17

9.3
24m2026-06-12

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

Episode 18
EP 18

18. Episode 18

7.8
25m2026-06-12

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

Episode 19
EP 19

19. Episode 19

7.8
29m2026-06-12

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

Episode 20
EP 20

20. Episode 20

9.5
24m2026-06-12

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

Episode 21
EP 21

21. Episode 21

7.2
24m2026-06-12

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

Episode 22
EP 22

22. Episode 22

7.4
24m2026-06-12

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