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The Worst Episodes of The Affair

Every episode of The Affair ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst 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...
Genre:Drama
Network:Showtime

Worst Episodes Summary

"506" is the worst rated episode of "The Affair". It scored 6/10 based on 695 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 9/29/2019. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "310".

  • 506
    6.0/10695 votes
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    #1 - 506

    Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 9/29/2019

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • 310
    6.3/10887 votes
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    #2 - 310

    Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 1/29/2017

    Noah's visit to Paris provides Juliette with a distraction from unpleasant realities at home. A chance encounter offers Noah the possibility of healing a relationship in desperate need of repair.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • 502
    6.7/10553 votes
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    #3 - 502

    Season 5 Episode 2 - Aired 9/1/2019

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • 505
    6.8/10498 votes
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    #4 - 505

    Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 9/22/2019

    Sierra struggles to balance motherhood with her burgeoning acting career. Sierra's mother visits uninvited. Helen works her first design gig and begins to focus on herself.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • 503
    6.9/10502 votes
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    #5 - 503

    Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 9/8/2019

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • 507
    6.9/10541 votes
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    #6 - 507

    Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 10/6/2019

    Noah and Whitney travel to Montauk to begin planning the wedding. Noah gets a concerning call. Armed with new information about her mother's death, Joanie confronts a stranger.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • 504
    7.0/10509 votes
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    #7 - 504

    Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 9/15/2019

    Noah, Margaret and Stacey bond over their mutual distaste for Sasha. Noah attempts to sabotage Helen and Sasha’s relationship. Whitney and Colin face the hardships of their relationship. Joanie visits the graveyard.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • 303
    7.2/10629 votes
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    #8 - 303

    Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 12/4/2016

    Running from secrets she left behind in Paris, Juliette finds Noah an alluring prospect. But a terrifying event shatters all hope of an easy affair. Meanwhile, Noah must fight like never before to make sense of what just occurred.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • 404
    7.2/10533 votes
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    #9 - 404

    Season 4 Episode 4 - Aired 7/8/2018

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

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • 307
    7.3/10530 votes
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    #10 - 307

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 1/8/2017

    Helen gives Noah the help he needs - but at what cost? At his absolute weakest, Noah's world has never seemed more hostile or bewildering. A vital moment of release turns suddenly into something that can't be undone.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • 501
    7.3/10659 votes
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    #11 - 501

    Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 8/25/2019

    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

    Writer: Sarah Treem

  • 301
    7.4/10762 votes
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    #12 - 301

    Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 11/20/2016

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • 402
    7.4/10542 votes
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    #13 - 402

    Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 6/24/2018

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • 3
    7.5/10999 votes
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    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/26/2014

    Noah turns to Alison to help him research the local culture for his novel.

    Director: Jeffrey Reiner

    Writer: Sarah Treem, Hagai Levi, Eric Overmyer

  • 4
    7.5/10965 votes
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    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 11/2/2014

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

    Director: Jeffrey Reiner

    Writer: Sarah Treem, Hagai Levi, Melanie Marnich

  • 302
    7.5/10635 votes
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    #16 - 302

    Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 11/27/2016

    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.

    Director: John Dahl

    Writer: N/A

  • 304
    7.5/10585 votes
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    #17 - 304

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 12/11/2016

    Cole is put in an increasingly impossible situation by Alison's return to his life. Alison must contend with Luisa while attempting to reconnect with her daughter. Simultaneously, a dangerous passion threatens to wreck everything.

    Director: John Dahl

    Writer: N/A

  • 306
    7.5/10532 votes
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    #18 - 306

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 1/1/2017

    An unexplained absence sends Helen on a journey of increasingly troublesome discoveries. Compelled to return to a place he's spent his life trying to escape, Noah attempts to repair his relationship with Martin.

    Director: Agnieszka Holland

    Writer: Alena Smith

  • 308
    7.5/10543 votes
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    #19 - 308

    Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 1/15/2017

    An unexpected cause to celebrate provokes a sobering realization in Alison. Soon after, a startling warning leaves her pondering the unthinkable. Cole's frustrations with Alison come to a head, revealing a radical truth.

    Director: John Dahl

    Writer: N/A

  • 401
    7.5/10620 votes
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    #20 - 401

    Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 6/17/2018

    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

  • 508
    7.5/10494 votes
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    #21 - 508

    Season 5 Episode 8 - Aired 10/13/2019

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • 8
    7.6/10823 votes
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    #22 - 8

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 12/7/2014

    A chance encounter with Alison leads to an uncomfortable truth.

    Director: Ryan Fleck

    Writer: Sarah Treem, Hagai Levi

  • 403
    7.6/10535 votes
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    #23 - 403

    Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 7/1/2018

    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: N/A

    Writer: Katie Robbins

  • 407
    7.6/10547 votes
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    #24 - 407

    Season 4 Episode 7 - Aired 7/29/2018

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • 2
    7.7/101,125 votes
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    #25 - 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/19/2014

    Noah and Alison are forced to consider an inevitability.

    Director: Jeffrey Reiner

    Writer: Hagai Levi, Maura Tierney