TV series
The Polygamist
2026–, Zulu, on Netflix. Created by Akin Omotoso.
He chose betrayal, she chose revenge.
Social media darling, Joyce, is the picture of marital perfection — until her cheating husband's conquests ignite a scandalous emotional meltdown.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 22
- Episode length
- 24 min
- Status
- Still running
Absolute Cinema
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8.8/10 from 219 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Polygamist
The Polygamist is streaming on Netflix in India.
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NetflixAvailability in India as of 1 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Latest episode
S1 E22: Episode 22
Aired 12 June 2026
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Akin OmotosoCreator
- Gugu GumedeJoyce Gomora · 22 ep
- S'Dumo MtshaliJonasi Gomora · 22 ep
- Kwanele MthethwaMatipa Nkosi · 22 ep
- Kenneth NkosiMagesh Gomora · 22 ep
- Wonder NdlovuMenzi Gomora · 21 ep
- Lwazie Keith TsebeshaSarah Gomora · 20 ep
- Noluthando ShabalalaMpume Gomora · 18 ep
- Luyanda ZwaneLindani Mbatha · 18 ep
- Celeste NtuliEssie Gomora · 17 ep
- Vuyo BiyelaFreedom · 15 ep
- Mbali CeleSis Ntombi · 15 ep
- S'Thandiwe KgorogeMama Grace · 14 ep
Details
- First aired
- 12 June 2026
- Network
- Netflix
- Language
- Zulu
- Country
- South Africa
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- TV-MA
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News & fan talk
What The Polygamist is based on
The Polygamist is adapted from a novel.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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The Polygamist: quick answers
Is The Polygamist worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.8/10 from 219 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of The Polygamist are there?
The Polygamist has 1 season and 22 episodes, about 24 minutes each.
Is The Polygamist finished?
The Polygamist is still listed as returning series; no new episode date is announced yet.
Which OTT platform is The Polygamist on?
The Polygamist is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 1 November 2026.)
The Polygamist parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Polygamist is rated TV-MA. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like The Polygamist?
If you liked The Polygamist, try Tyler Perry's The Haves and the Have Nots, Tyler Perry's If Loving You Is Wrong, Knots Landing.
Who created The Polygamist?
The Polygamist was created by Akin Omotoso and stars Gugu Gumede, S'Dumo Mtshali, Kwanele Mthethwa.
What is The Polygamist based on?
The Polygamist is adapted from a novel.