The Polygamist

He chose betrayal, she chose revenge.

DramaSoap

12 Jun 2026

9h 32m

6.8 / 10 (14 Votes)

Overview

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

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Additional Information

Status

Returning Series

Release Date

12 Jun 2026

Runtime

9h 32m

Media Type

TV Show

Language

ZU

Total Seasons

1 Total Episodes

22

Networks

Keywords

Based on novel or bookScandalEmotional

1. Episode 1

12 Jun 2026

0h 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.

2. Episode 2

12 Jun 2026

0h 30m

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

3. Episode 3

12 Jun 2026

0h 28m

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

4. Episode 4

12 Jun 2026

0h 28m

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

5. Episode 5

12 Jun 2026

0h 26m

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

6. Episode 6

12 Jun 2026

0h 26m

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

7. Episode 7

12 Jun 2026

0h 27m

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

8. Episode 8

12 Jun 2026

0h 27m

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

9. Episode 9

12 Jun 2026

0h 26m

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

10. Episode 10

12 Jun 2026

0h 27m

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

11. Episode 11

12 Jun 2026

0h 23m

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

12. Episode 12

12 Jun 2026

0h 25m

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

13. Episode 13

12 Jun 2026

0h 27m

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

14. Episode 14

12 Jun 2026

0h 28m

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

15. Episode 15

12 Jun 2026

0h 24m

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

16. Episode 16

12 Jun 2026

0h 24m

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

17. Episode 17

12 Jun 2026

0h 24m

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

18. Episode 18

12 Jun 2026

0h 25m

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

19. Episode 19

12 Jun 2026

0h 29m

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

20. Episode 20

12 Jun 2026

0h 24m

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

21. Episode 21

12 Jun 2026

0h 24m

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

22. Episode 22

12 Jun 2026

0h 24m

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

S'Dumo Mtshali
Episodes: 22
Kenneth Nkosi
Episodes: 22
Luyanda Zwane
Episodes: 22
S'Thandiwe Kgoroge
Episodes: 22

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