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The Polygamist — Season 1

202622 episodes7.4/10 (7 votes)

About this season

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

Episodes (22)

Episode 1
E1

1. Episode 1

7.2

Aired 12 June 2026 • 26 min

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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2. Episode 2

9.0

Aired 12 June 2026 • 30 min

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

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3. Episode 3

Aired 12 June 2026 • 28 min

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

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E4

4. Episode 4

Aired 12 June 2026 • 28 min

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

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E5

5. Episode 5

Aired 12 June 2026 • 26 min

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

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E6

6. Episode 6

Aired 12 June 2026 • 26 min

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

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7. Episode 7

7.0

Aired 12 June 2026 • 27 min

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

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E8

8. Episode 8

Aired 12 June 2026 • 27 min

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

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E9

9. Episode 9

Aired 12 June 2026 • 26 min

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

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10. Episode 10

Aired 12 June 2026 • 27 min

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

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11. Episode 11

Aired 12 June 2026 • 23 min

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

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12. Episode 12

Aired 12 June 2026 • 25 min

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

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13. Episode 13

Aired 12 June 2026 • 27 min

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

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14. Episode 14

Aired 12 June 2026 • 28 min

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

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15. Episode 15

Aired 12 June 2026 • 24 min

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

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16. Episode 16

Aired 12 June 2026 • 24 min

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

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E17

17. Episode 17

Aired 12 June 2026 • 24 min

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

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E18

18. Episode 18

Aired 12 June 2026 • 25 min

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

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19. Episode 19

Aired 12 June 2026 • 29 min

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

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20. Episode 20

Aired 12 June 2026 • 24 min

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

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21. Episode 21

Aired 12 June 2026 • 24 min

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

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22. Episode 22

Aired 12 June 2026 • 24 min

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

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