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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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Season 1

7.8/10202 votes
Episode 1
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/12/2026
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.
Director: Akin Omotoso, Rolie Nikiwe
Writer: Nthabiseng Tau
7.1/1070 votes
Episode 2
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/12/2026
As Matipa seductively weaves her way into the Gomora empire, Joyce's flawless brand and family begin to crumble.
Director: Akin Omotoso, Rolie Nikiwe, Zuko Nodada
Writer: Donald Ndlovu, Busisiwe Zwane
7.1/1053 votes
Episode 3
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 6/12/2026
Joyce stages a glamorous anniversary party to save her public image, forcing her broken family to smile through the betrayal.
Director: Akin Omotoso, Rolie Nikiwe
Writer: Tsale Makam
7.0/1050 votes
Episode 4
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 6/12/2026
Jonasi returns home. Matipa tries to win him back while Joyce is torn between peace and self-preservation.
Director: Akin Omotoso, Rolie Nikiwe
Writer: Nthabiseng Tau
6.9/1048 votes
Episode 5
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 6/12/2026
Matipa’s expectations for a generous settlement fail, so she seeks greener (and more powerful) pastures.
Director: Akin Omotoso, Rolie Nikiwe
Writer: Busisiwe Zwane, Nonthuthuzelo Magoxo
6.7/1042 votes
Episode 6
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 6/12/2026
News of a possible pregnancy unsettles Joyce and raises new suspicions about family secrets.
Director: Rolie Nikiwe
Writer: Sebabatso Mofokeng
6.7/1043 votes
Episode 7
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 6/12/2026
After the birth of the twins, Joyce has an emotional breakdown. The children grow tired of Jonasi’s violent games.
Director: Rolie Nikiwe
Writer: Nthabiseng Tau
6.7/1044 votes
Episode 8
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 6/12/2026
To survive the scandal, Joyce makes a desperate suggestion — turning private heartbreak into a shared experiment for power (polygamy).
Director: Rolie Nikiwe
Writer: Tsale Makam
6.6/1039 votes
Episode 9
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 6/12/2026
Joyce puts on a happy face, but the new marriage structure sparks social backlash and isolates the family.
Director: Rolie Nikiwe
Writer: Philbeth Diaho
7.0/1039 votes
Episode 10
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 6/12/2026
A secret first love emerges, revealing decades of sacrifice and Jonasi’s long-hidden lies.
Director: Rolie Nikiwe
Writer: Busisiwe Zwane
7.0/1025 votes
Episode 11
Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 6/12/2026
Jonasi seeks birthday adoration from three women but faces resentment and family loneliness.
Director: Rolie Nikiwe
Writer: Sebabatso Mofokeng, Nkosazana Zuma-Ncube
6.9/1026 votes
Episode 12
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 6/12/2026
The twins’ Christening explodes into chaos as long-buried family secrets detonate.
Director: Rolie Nikiwe, Nthabiseng Tau
Writer: Tsale Makam
6.9/1032 votes
Episode 13
Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 6/12/2026
Essie pleads with Joyce. Overwhelmed by secrets, Joyce considers abandoning fame to confront Jonasi.
Director: Rolie Nikiwe, Nthabiseng Tau
Writer: Busisiwe Zwane, Nokuphiwa Magubane
7.4/1029 votes
Episode 14
Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 6/12/2026
Jonasi pursues a new conquest with power and luxury. Xolani publicly confronts Lindani.
Director: Rolie Nikiwe, Nthabiseng Tau
Writer: Nonthuthuzelo Magoxo
7.8/1027 votes
Episode 15
Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 6/12/2026
Lindani desperately seeks help from Mpume and Joyce. Jonasi deepens his betrayals.
Director: Rolie Nikiwe, Nthabiseng Tau
Writer: Sebabatso Mofokeng
7.1/1022 votes
Episode 16
Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 6/12/2026
The family home descends into chaos. Lindani’s mother steps in. Medical results enrage Joyce.
Director: Rolie Nikiwe, Nthabiseng Tau
Writer: Tsale Makam
7.1/1022 votes
Episode 17
Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 6/12/2026
Joyce plays the dutiful wife while Jonasi is hospitalized, but his health issues don’t curb his thirst for power.
Director: Rolie Nikiwe, Nthabiseng Tau
Writer: Sebabatso Mofokeng
7.0/1024 votes
Episode 18
Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 6/12/2026
Matipa and Joyce find uneasy solidarity after Jonasi’s abuse. Magesh helps Joyce choose freedom.
Director: Rolie Nikiwe, Nthabiseng Tau
Writer: Nonthuthuzelo Magoxo
6.7/1024 votes
Episode 19
Season 1 Episode 19 - Aired 6/12/2026
After alienating everyone, Jonasi receives harrowing health news while completely alone.
Director: Rolie Nikiwe
Writer: Busisiwe Zwane
6.9/1031 votes
Episode 20
Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 6/12/2026
Three-year time jump: The Gomoras are thriving, but Jonasi returns as a shadow of his former self.
Director: Rolie Nikiwe
Writer: Nthabiseng Tau
6.4/1033 votes
Episode 21
Season 1 Episode 21 - Aired 6/12/2026
Jonasi’s health fails as he lives discarded and alone. The family struggles with love and hate for him.
Director: Rolie Nikiwe
Writer: Busisiwe Zwane
7.7/1044 votes
Episode 22
Season 1 Episode 22 - Aired 6/12/2026
Competition between the wives continues beyond the grave as Essie and Joyce clash over how to memorialize Jonasi.
Director: Rolie Nikiwe
Writer: Nthabiseng Tau