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The Best Episodes of The Affair Season 2

Every episode of The Affair Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Affair Season 2!

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The emotional effects of an extramarital relationship between Noah, a New York City schoolteacher and budding novelist with a wife of twenty years and four children and Alison, a young waitress and wife from Montauk

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Affair Season 2 Episode 1 - 201
    7.9/10(835 votes)

    #1 - 201

    S2:E1

    Noah and Helen attempting to conduct amicable divorce proceedings, but complications bring about inescapable conflict. Meanwhile, surprising developments in Helen's life lead to unexpected emotions.

    Director:Jeffrey Reiner
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Affair Season 2 Episode 2 - 202
    7.7/10(722 votes)

    #2 - 202

    S2:E2

    Alison's summer with Noah is interrupted by an unwelcome guest. Meanwhile, Cole's self-destructive lifestyle causes everyone to become concerned.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Affair Season 2 Episode 3 - 203
    7.8/10(669 votes)

    #3 - 203

    S2:E3

    Noah's undying love for Alison leads to serious consequences. Meanwhile, Alison discovers a surprising truth about how to sustain a marriage.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Alena Smith

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  4. The Affair Season 2 Episode 4 - 204
    8.0/10(684 votes)

    #4 - 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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  5. The Affair Season 2 Episode 5 - 205
    8.0/10(669 votes)

    #5 - 205

    S2:E5

    Alison is thrown by a shift in behavior from her hosts, and furious with Noah after a chance discovery. Meanwhile, Cole rejects Scotty's plan to make money - but not before Scotty catches him in a situation best kept secret.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Affair Season 2 Episode 6 - 206
    7.9/10(651 votes)

    #6 - 206

    S2:E6

    A medical emergency casts Helen and Noah's litigation process in a new light, causing Helen to make a long overdue decision. The dynamic of Noah and Alison's relationship shifts as troublesome discoveries are made.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Affair Season 2 Episode 7 - 207
    8.2/10(673 votes)

    #7 - 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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  8. The Affair Season 2 Episode 8 - 208
    7.9/10(645 votes)

    #8 - 208

    S2:E8

    Helen is bewildered by Whitney's plans. Noah's fame escalates temptation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Affair Season 2 Episode 9 - 209
    8.4/10(783 votes)

    #9 - 209

    S2:E9

    Alison weathers a journey alone. Noah faces a terrible reckoning.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Alena Smith

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  10. The Affair Season 2 Episode 10 - 210
    8.1/10(688 votes)

    #10 - 210

    S2:E10

    Noah grapples with questions. Alison considers a harrowing possibility.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Affair Season 2 Episode 11 - 211
    8.0/10(625 votes)

    #11 - 211

    S2:E11

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Affair Season 2 Episode 12 - 212
    8.8/10(918 votes)

    #12 - 212

    S2:E12

    Events set in motion long ago come to their conclusion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"201" is the best rated episode of "The Affair" season 2. It scored 7.9/10 based on 835 votes. Directed by Jeffrey Reiner and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/4/2015. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "202".