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The Polygamist: Season 1

22 episodes Premiered Jun 12, 2026 Updated Jul 18, 2026
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Episodes

S1·E1

Episode 1

Jun 12, 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.

S1·E2

Episode 2

Jun 12, 2026 · 30 min

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

S1·E3

Episode 3

Jun 12, 2026 · 28 min

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

S1·E4

Episode 4

Jun 12, 2026 · 28 min

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

S1·E5

Episode 5

Jun 12, 2026 · 26 min

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

S1·E6

Episode 6

Jun 12, 2026 · 26 min

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

S1·E7

Episode 7

Jun 12, 2026 · 27 min

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

S1·E8

Episode 8

Jun 12, 2026 · 27 min

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

S1·E9

Episode 9

Jun 12, 2026 · 26 min

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

S1·E10

Episode 10

Jun 12, 2026 · 27 min

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

S1·E11

Episode 11

Jun 12, 2026 · 23 min

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

S1·E12

Episode 12

Jun 12, 2026 · 25 min

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

S1·E13

Episode 13

Jun 12, 2026 · 27 min

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

S1·E14

Episode 14

Jun 12, 2026 · 28 min

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

S1·E15

Episode 15

Jun 12, 2026 · 24 min

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

S1·E16

Episode 16

Jun 12, 2026 · 24 min

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

S1·E17

Episode 17

Jun 12, 2026 · 24 min

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

S1·E18

Episode 18

Jun 12, 2026 · 25 min

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

S1·E19

Episode 19

Jun 12, 2026 · 29 min

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

S1·E20

Episode 20

Jun 12, 2026 · 24 min

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

S1·E21

Episode 21

Jun 12, 2026 · 24 min

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

S1·E22

Episode 22

Jun 12, 2026 · 24 min

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