IS THE POLYGAMIST THE BEST NETFLIX SHOW EVER FROM SA?

H-Metro Reporter

THE Polygamist is breaking records and is currently ranked as the sixth biggest TV show globally on Netflix.

The show, which has become a hit in Zimbabwe, is sitting at number one in Jamaica, Nigeria, Kenya, Bahamas, Romania and Trinidad & Tobago.

It is based on the book written by Zimbabwean author Sue Nyathi.

It is also ranked number two in France, Mauritius, Qatar, Morocco and the UAE.

It is among the top ten in Portugal (3), UK (6), USA (8), Canada (7), Spain (7), Germany (7) and the Netherlands (7).

It’s trending as much in the world as it is on X.

“While The Polygamist will unlikely get the same global reach as Blood & Water did, it’s safe to say the show has shaken Mzansi and garnered a lot of attention beyond our borders. It is a hit — deservedly so,” noted @PhilMphela

“Face value, the show is a typical telenovela leaning on the long form content model and the tested Dynasty/Dallas-esque style.

“Where it shines it’s the focus on story rather than the actor performance lens that many of our local show tend to anchor themselves on.

“The story is the star here. The brilliant performances just add to the magic. When you have a solid script, a cohesive cast, you don’t need the noise. The actors here shine in their roles because they are not fighting the script for a viral moment.

“Even the comedic scenes land because Akin Omotoso, Roli Nikiwe and Nthabi Tau excersized an impeccable restraint. They don’t linger on the comedy for melodrama.”

He added:

“Oh the editing on this show deserves a nod.

“This show could have been called ‘The Monsters We Create’ and it would be apt. It’s clear the story doesn’t want you to like any of these characters.

“They are all flawed and have a money where you side eye them… Yes even minor characters like Joyce’s Mom, Matipa’s Friend, Matipa’s mom, etc. Hell even Buhle the receptionist has some annoying moments.

“For me, the heart of this story shows in the unspoken ripple effect of parents’ choices.

“The scenes where Joyce gets a hug from Mpume outside (No dialogue), the scene where she has a talk with Menzi in his bedroom and the crashout scene from Freedom about how his mother not loving him.” Even health authorities in Gauteng have added their voice.

“You’ve seen #ThePolygamist and saw how Jonasi went out… just know, that is not just TV drama, it is real life consequences.

“Multiple partners without protection increase your risk of STIs and HIV. Ignoring treatment does not make it go away, it makes it worse.

“Knowing your status is power. Using protection is responsibility. Taking your treatment is survival.

“If you stopped treatment, come back, reinitiate and stay on it to achieve an undetectable viral load. This means living a healthier life with zero risk of passing HIV on to others.

“Remember, prevention options such as PrEP and Lenacapavir can help protect against HIV, but condoms are still essential to protect against STIs like gonorrhoea, syphilis, herpes, chlamydia and more, as well as unwanted pregnancies.”

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