the polygamist netflix
Definition
A South African drama series ('supernovela') released on Netflix in 2026, centering on a CEO juggling a complicated web of wives, mistresses, and business pressures.
A pop-culture shorthand used to refer to binge-worthy, high-stakes relationship dramas characterized by secrets, infidelity, and the inevitable unraveling of a protagonist's curated, wealthy lifestyle.
Examples
If your life feels chaotic, just watch The Polygamist on Netflix to realize that managing one person is already a full-time job.
My weekend plans involve disappearing into The Polygamist on Netflix and judging the protagonist's questionable life choices from the comfort of my couch.
I started The Polygamist on Netflix for the plot but stayed because I couldn't believe someone actually thought they could juggle that many secrets without a spreadsheet.