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The Best Episodes of The Affair Season 4

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The Best Episodes of The Affair Season 4

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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    7.5/10(625 votes)

    #1 - 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.

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    Director:Mike Figgis
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    7.4/10(547 votes)

    #2 - 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.

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    Director:Unknown
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    7.6/10(541 votes)

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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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    7.2/10(538 votes)

    #4 - 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.

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    8.5/10(842 votes)

    #5 - 405

    S4:E5

    Vik decides it’s time he started living for himself. But is he ready to face the consequences? Cole meets Nan, an old friend of his father’s, who sends him on a journey to exorcise the ghosts of his past.

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    8.0/10(551 votes)

    #6 - 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.

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    7.6/10(554 votes)

    #7 - 407

    S4:E7

    Helen goes to Joshua Tree in search of meaning. Noah and Anton begin an adventure with high hopes until an ominous phone call alters their course.

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    9.2/10(1.1k votes)

    #8 - 408

    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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    8.8/10(835 votes)

    #9 - 409

    S4:E9

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

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    Director:Sam Gold
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    8.6/10(718 votes)

    #10 - 410

    S4:E10

    Noah and Anton visit Yale where Noah encounters an old friend. An immensely difficult day forces Cole and Luisa to reexamine their relationship. Helen gets a new perspective on life.

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Season 4 Ratings Summary

"401" is the best rated episode of "The Affair" season 4. It scored 7.5/10 based on 625 votes. Directed by Mike Figgis and written by Sharr White, it aired on 6/17/2018. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "402".