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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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    9.2/10(5 votes)

    #1 - 408

    S4:E8

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.8/10(4 votes)

    #2 - 511

    S5:E11

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.7/10(3 votes)

    #3 - 510

    S5:E10

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.5/10(6 votes)

    #4 - 401

    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.

    Director:Mike Figgis
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    8.3/10(10 votes)

    #5 - 212

    S2:E12

    Events set in motion long ago come to their conclusion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.3/10(3 votes)

    #6 - 509

    S5:E9

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.2/10(8 votes)

    #7 - 9

    S1:E9

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

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    8.2/10(5 votes)

    #8 - 409

    S4:E9

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

    Director:Sam Gold
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.1/10(7 votes)

    #9 - 10

    S1:E10

    Detective Jeffries makes significant progress on his case.

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    8.0/10(4 votes)

    #10 - 501

    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.

    Director:Colin Bucksey
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    8.0/10(4 votes)

    #11 - 508

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.8/10(7 votes)

    #12 - 207

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.8/10(4 votes)

    #13 - 402

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.8/10(4 votes)

    #14 - 403

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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    7.8/10(4 votes)

    #15 - 404

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.8/10(4 votes)

    #16 - 406

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.7/10(7 votes)

    #17 - 7

    S1:E7

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

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    7.7/10(10 votes)

    #18 - 211

    S2:E11

    A series of revelations rattle Noah. Alison makes a momentous decision.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.7/10(6 votes)

    #19 - 305

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.7/10(7 votes)

    #20 - 309

    S3:E9

    Helen's escape to Montauk exacerbates her guilt and hastens an identity crisis: should the truth finally come out? Noah's world collapses, leaving him to process something horrific.

    Director:John Dahl
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.6/10(8 votes)

    #21 - 204

    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.

    Director:John Dahl
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.6/10(7 votes)

    #22 - 301

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.6/10(5 votes)

    #23 - 506

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.5/10(8 votes)

    #24 - 4

    S1:E4

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

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    7.5/10(10 votes)

    #25 - 210

    S2:E10

    Noah grapples with questions. Alison considers a harrowing possibility.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"408" is the best rated episode of "The Affair". It scored 9.2/10 based on 5 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/5/2018. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "511".