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The Polygamist

2026 · Series

He chose betrayal, she chose revenge.

★ 8.8 / 10 · TMDB

216 TMDB user ratings · checked 9 Oct 2026

Synopsis

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

Metadata, ratings and artwork: TMDB · checked 9 Oct 2026. MovieHub is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.

Details

TypeSeries
Release / first air date2026-06-12
Original languageZulu
GenresDrama, Soap
StatusReturning Series
CertificationTV-MA (US)
Total episodes reported by TMDB22

Dates are the TMDB original-release record, not a confirmed India theatrical or OTT date. US certification is not an Indian CBFC rating.

Cast

Gugu GumedeJoyce Gomora
S'Dumo MtshaliJonasi Gomora
Kwanele MthethwaMatipa Nkosi
Kenneth NkosiMagesh Gomora
Wonder NdlovuMenzi Gomora
Lwazie Keith TsebeshaSarah Gomora
Noluthando ShabalalaMpume Gomora
Luyanda ZwaneLindani Mbatha
Celeste NtuliEssie Gomora

Creators & crew

CreatorAkin Omotoso

Season & episodes

Latest season exposed on the current TMDB title page. Earlier seasons are not yet indexed here. Episode dates are source air dates, not India availability guarantees.

Season 1 · 22 episodes

1. Episode 1

June 12, 2026 • 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

June 12, 2026 • 30m

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

3. Episode 3

June 12, 2026 • 28m

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

4. Episode 4

June 12, 2026 • 28m

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

5. Episode 5

June 12, 2026 • 27m

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

6. Episode 6

June 12, 2026 • 26m

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

7. Episode 7

June 12, 2026 • 24m

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

8. Episode 8

June 12, 2026 • 28m

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

9. Episode 9

June 12, 2026 • 27m

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

10. Episode 10

June 12, 2026 • 27m

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

11. Episode 11

June 12, 2026 • 23m

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

12. Episode 12

June 12, 2026 • 25m

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

13. Episode 13

June 12, 2026 • 27m

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

14. Episode 14

June 12, 2026 • 28m

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

15. Episode 15

June 12, 2026 • 24m

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

16. Episode 16

June 12, 2026 • 25m

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

17. Episode 17

June 12, 2026 • 24m

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

18. Episode 18

June 12, 2026 • 25m

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

19. Episode 19

June 12, 2026 • 29m

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

20. Episode 20

June 12, 2026 • 24m

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

21. Episode 21

June 12, 2026 • 24m

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

22. Episode 22

June 12, 2026 • 24m

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

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