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Season 1 – 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.
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The Polygamist — Season 1

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Marty Brown Common Sense Media Jun 23
3/5
The series delivers precisely what it promises: a salacious look behind the curtain of wealth. Go to Full Review
Joel Keller Decider Jun 16
It’s about as realistic as any classic telenovela, but that’s a good thing, given that every episode is full of extreme emotions and crazy scenes. Go to Full Review
Karishma Dipa Independent Online (South Africa) Jun 16
4/5
The show is sure to keep you enthralled with its heightened emotions, explosive confrontations and shocking twists. Go to Full Review
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Tshego K @Tshego409 5d It was interesting I enjoyed it See more Daniela Q @Nofilterr_ 5d This was crazy to watch. Sometimes it drove my blood boiled but the end is good. See more Francis S @Francis101 Jul 10 This is so magically captivating. Everyone is genuinely talented and plays with the genre with great skill. Really good and fresh. See more CrazySiyko T @RT31934590 Jul 8 This is a story where you have to decide which villain is worst. See more Iradukunda A @RT68093105 Jul 3 When The Polygamist started, I wasn't sure what to make of it because the first few episodes didn't fully grab my attention. However, as the story progressed, it became much more interesting, and I found myself wanting to see what would happen next. Joyce has shown the strength of a woman who knows how to stand up for her rights. She understands the man she married and isn't afraid to face difficult situations. I'm really enjoying the way her character has developed so far. As for Jonas, I'm still trying to figure him out. His decisions have been frustrating at times, and I'm curious to see how his story unfolds in the remaining episodes. See more Chileab R @Chileab Jun 23 This should be rated X. There is nothing of substance here other than the main character (Jonasi) behaving like The Joker (getting gratification off of many weak minded women like a psycho). For the other characters, if they are not doing the act, then, they are finding issues with each other for the sake of having an argument (essentially, the characters have bi-polar issues throughout the episodes). Maybe, the novel was awesome, but, from all that I can see is how Jonasi spends his time everyday visioning and acting upon his conquest of getting women in the bed (even his sister in-law). Then, there is the rest of the characters that act just the same way as Jonasi (in their own variations) promoting their gear. This should not have been 22 episodes, because, throughout the season is a bunch of wash, rinse, repeat, hence, these characters are boring and simple as all everything revolves around sex, manipulation, violence, and mental abuse. See more Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired Jun 12, 2026 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. Details Episode 2 Aired Jun 12, 2026 Matipa seductively weaves her way into the Gomora empire; Joyce's flawless brand and family begin to crumble around her. Details Episode 3 Aired Jun 12, 2026 Joyce stages a glamorous anniversary party to save her public image, forcing her broken family to smile through the burning betrayal that lies beneath. Details Episode 4 Aired Jun 12, 2026 To the confusion of his children, Jonasi returns home; Matipa tries her best to get him back, Joyce is stuck between peace and self-preservation. Details Episode 5 Aired Jun 12, 2026 When Matipa's expectations of a generous settlement don't go according to plan, she leaves J and J in search of greener and more powerful pastures. Details Episode 6 Aired Jun 12, 2026 The news of a possible pregnancy sets Joyce's nerves on edge; discussions at the lunch table suddenly raise new suspicions around family secrets. Details Episode 7 Aired Jun 12, 2026 With the birth of the twins, Joyce spirals into an emotional breakdown; Jonasi makes his excuses, but Mpumi and Menzi have had enough of his violent games. Details Episode 8 Aired Jun 12, 2026 To survive the impending scandal, Joyce makes a desperate suggestion; turning her private heartbreak into a shared experiment for power. Details Episode 9 Aired Jun 12, 2026 Despite Joyce putting on a happy face for the cameras, her new marriage structure ignites social backlash, pushing each Gomora further into isolation. Details Episode 10 Aired Jun 12, 2026 A secret first love steps into the light, revealing decades of sacrifice and a series of lies Jonasi has worked very hard to keep under wraps. Details Episode 11 Aired Jun 12, 2026 Jonasi chases after birthday adoration from three women, but instead faces the bitterness of their resentment and the loneliness of a crumbling family. Details Episode 12 Aired Jun 12, 2026 The twins' christening unravels into chaos as the bitterness of being forgotten finally detonates, taking with it all the Gomora family secrets. Details Episode 13 Aired Jun 12, 2026 Essie pleads with Joyce, begging her to see the situation from her perspective; the never-ending secrets push Joyce to abandon fame and confront Jonasi. Details Episode 14 Aired Jun 12, 2026 Unable to keep to himself, Jonasi sets his sights on a new conquest, seducing her with power and luxury holidays; Xolani publicly confronts Lindani. Details Episode 15 Aired Jun 12, 2026 Lindani is put in a desperate place when she's forced to reach out for Mpume and Joyce's help; Jonasi continues to weave his betrayal deeper than ever. Details Episode 16 Aired Jun 12, 2026 The Gomora family home descends into chaos, forcing Lindani's mother to take control of the situation; medical results send Joyce into a rage. Details Episode 17 Aired Jun 12, 2026 Joyce plays a convincing dutiful wife when Jonasi is admitted to hospital, but his supposed heart problems do not hinder his thirst for power. Details Episode 18 Aired Jun 12, 2026 Matipa and Joyce, both left battered in the wake of Jonasi's abuse, find uneasy solidarity with one another; Magesh helps Joyce finally choose freedom. Details Episode 19 Aired Jun 12, 2026 After firing Magesh and estranging his entire family, Jonasi finds himself completely alone when he receives some harrowing news about his health. Details Episode 20 Aired Jun 12, 2026 Three years later, the Gomoras are thriving; but when Jonasi shows up a shadow of his former self, the family is forced to confront the unspoken wreckage. Details Episode 21 Aired Jun 12, 2026 Broken and frail, Jonasi's health diminishes as he spends his days discarded and alone, while his family wrestles between their love and hate for him. Details Episode 22 Aired Jun 12, 2026 Competition continues to thrive between the wives from beyond the grave, with Essie and Joyce fighting over how best to memorialize their husband. Details
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Season Info

Director
Akin Omotoso, Rolie Nikiwe
Screenwriter
Busisiwe Zwane, Nontuthuzelo Magoxo, Lorato Phefo
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jun 12, 2026