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The Best Episodes of The Affair

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The Best Episodes of The Affair

The Affair explores the emotional effects of an extramarital relationship between Noah Solloway and Alison Lockhart after the two meet in the resort town of...

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  1. 9.0/10(4 votes)

    #1 - 408

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    S4:E8

    A hopeful epiphany leads Cole on a journey to a horrific discovery. Noah questions his role in tragic events.

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    Director:N/A
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  2. 8.7/10(3 votes)

    #2 - 510

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    S5:E10

    As wildfires threaten Los Angeles, Helen and Noah are forced to run for their lives and confront old wounds along the way.

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    Director:N/A
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  3. 8.5/10(6 votes)

    #3 - 401

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    S4:E1

    Noah struggles to adjust to his new life after moving to Los Angeles to be closer to his kids. He attempts to reach a gifted but troubled student while under the stern eye of the school's principal. Helen finally discovers the source of her anxiety, only to be blindsided by a new catastrophe. Season premiere.

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    Director:Mike Figgis
  4. 8.3/10(3 votes)

    #4 - 509

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    S5:E9

    As controversy swirls around Noah, Helen and Whitney must decide where their allegiances lie.

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  5. 8.3/10(3 votes)

    #5 - 511

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    S5:E11

    It's Whitney's wedding day and everything comes full circle.

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    Director:N/A
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  6. 8.2/10(8 votes)

    #6 - 9

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    S1:E9

    Noah and Helen face a revelation. Alison spirals towards a reckoning.

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  8. 8.2/10(4 votes)

    #7 - 409

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    S4:E9

    Ben finally confesses the truth to Alison. But is it too late for their relationship?

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    Director:Sam Gold
    Writer:N/A
  9. 8.1/10(7 votes)

    #8 - 10

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    S1:E10

    Detective Jeffries makes significant progress on his case.

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  10. 8.0/10(4 votes)

    #9 - 501

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    S5:E1

    Noah embarks on his journey with the Descent movie by getting acquainted with his star, Sasha Mann. Helen mourns a tragic event. Sierra welcomes a new arrival. Joanie struggles with an upcoming birthday.

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    Director:Colin Bucksey
  11. 8.0/10(4 votes)

    #10 - 508

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    S5:E8

    Allegations against Noah surface and he seeks guidance on how to handle the situation. Helen celebrates a birthday and protects Sierra during an extremely trying time.

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    Director:N/A
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  12. 7.9/10(8 votes)

    #11 - 212

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    S2:E12

    Events set in motion long ago come to their conclusion.

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  13. 7.8/10(7 votes)

    #12 - 207

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    S2:E7

    Alison's mother raises concerns about her and Noah's new lifestyle. Alison confronts Noah about his book. Meanwhile, Cole lashes out at Luisa and is further alienated from his family in the wake of startling revelations.

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  14. 7.8/10(4 votes)

    #13 - 402

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    S4:E2

    Cole tries to keep Alison’s behavior from ruining an important deal while Luisa’s legal status threatens their future. An encounter with a local surfer leads Cole to question if he’s the same person he used to be. Alison is saved by a handsome stranger.

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  15. 7.8/10(4 votes)

    #14 - 403

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    S4:E3

    Noah’s attempt to teach his students a lesson in civil duty spirals out of control. Helen can’t handle Vik’s decision and goes behind his back, only to find resistance everywhere she turns.

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  16. 7.8/10(4 votes)

    #15 - 404

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    S4:E4

    Alison and Ben dig into her past and begin confronting her fears. Cole’s relationship with Alison is jeopardizing his marriage to Luisa.

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  17. 7.8/10(4 votes)

    #16 - 406

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    S4:E6

    Noah supports Anton in a decision about his future which puts Janelle in a complicated spot with her ex-husband. Alison makes a surprising discovery about her father, and another about Ben that eventually leads her back to Noah.

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  18. 7.7/10(7 votes)

    #17 - 7

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    S1:E7

    With the summer coming to an end, the Solloways are returning to Brooklyn.

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  19. 7.7/10(6 votes)

    #18 - 305

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    S3:E5

    Alison is motivated to spend a memorable day with Noah on Block Island for an unusual reason. Noah is left wistful by their profound connection, until the problems from which he was escaping return with a shocking force.

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  20. 7.6/10(8 votes)

    #19 - 204

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    S2:E4

    Helen makes an innocent mistake that leads to outrageous consequences. Meanwhile, a court order leads to a dire setback for Noah and Alison.

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    Director:John Dahl
    Writer:N/A
  21. 7.6/10(7 votes)

    #20 - 301

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    S3:E1

    Haunted by recent hardship, Noah struggles to navigate the challenges of his old life while attempting to adapt to a new one. A new love interest isn't enough to overcome a sense of dread. Someone is watching him. Season premiere.

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  22. 7.6/10(5 votes)

    #21 - 506

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    S5:E6

    In Montauk for work, Joanie becomes acquainted with EJ. Together, they explore Joanie's family history, leading her to question the cause of her mother's death. Rattled, she starts to make some self-destructive decisions.

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  23. 7.5/10(8 votes)

    #22 - 4

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    S1:E4

    Noah and Alison grow closer on a day trip to remote Block Island.

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  24. 7.5/10(6 votes)

    #23 - 302

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    S3:E2

    One year earlier: after a stern request from Noah leaves Helen devastated, various pressures cause Helen and Vik to reexamine their relationship. Alison returns to Montauk after a crisis only to have her worst fears realized.

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    Director:John Dahl
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  25. 7.5/10(4 votes)

    #24 - 502

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    S5:E2

    Janelle struggles with her relationship and work, so turns to Carl for support. Production for Descent commences, and Sasha takes an interest in Helen. Helen takes her first steps towards acceptance.

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  26. 7.5/10(4 votes)

    #25 - 503

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    S5:E3

    Sasha proposes adjustments to Noah’s script. Sasha’s relationship with Helen blossoms, and Noah takes notice. Bruce’s condition worsens. Joanie’s business trip leads to violent encounters.

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Best Episodes Summary

"408" is the best rated episode of "The Affair". It scored 9/10 based on 4 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 8/5/2018. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "510".