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The Best Episodes of The Affair Season 4

Every episode of The Affair Season 4 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Affair Season 4!

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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 4 Episode 1 - 401
    8.5/10(6 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.

    Director:Mike Figgis
    Writer:Sharr White

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  2. The Affair Season 4 Episode 2 - 402
    7.8/10(4 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.

    Director:Rodrigo García
    Writer:Sarah Treem

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  3. The Affair Season 4 Episode 3 - 403
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    #3 - 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:Colin Bucksey
    Writer:Katie Robbins

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  4. The Affair Season 4 Episode 4 - 404
    7.8/10(4 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.

    Director:Rodrigo García
    Writer:Sarah Treem

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  5. The Affair Season 4 Episode 5 - 405
    6.0/10(6 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.

    Director:Jessica Yu
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Affair Season 4 Episode 6 - 406
    7.8/10(4 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.

    Director:Stacie Passon
    Writers:Sarah Sutherland, Lydia R. Diamond

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  7. The Affair Season 4 Episode 7 - 407
    5.8/10(6 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.

    Director:Colin Bucksey
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Affair Season 4 Episode 8 - 408
    9.2/10(5 votes)

    #8 - 408

    S4:E8

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

    Director:Michael Engler
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Affair Season 4 Episode 9 - 409
    8.2/10(5 votes)

    #9 - 409

    S4:E9

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

    Director:Sam Gold
    Writer:Sarah Treem

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  10. The Affair Season 4 Episode 10 - 410
    7.3/10(6 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.

    Director:Rodrigo García
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 4 Ratings Summary

"401" is the best rated episode of "The Affair" season 4. It scored 8.5/10 based on 6 votes. Directed by Mike Figgis and written by Sharr White, it aired on 6/17/2018. This episode is rated 0.7 points higher than the second-best, "402".