The BEST episodes of The Affair season 3

Every episode of The Affair season 3, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Affair season 3!

At once deeply observed and intriguingly elusive, The Affair explores the emotional effects of an extramarital relationship. Noah is a New York City schoolteacher and novelist who is happily married, but resents his dependence on his wealthy father-in-law. Alison is a young waitress trying to piece her life and marriage back together in the wake of a tragedy. Set in Montauk at the end of Long Island, the provocative drama unfolds separately from both the male and female perspectives, using the distinct memory biases of both to tell the story.

Last Updated: 12/9/2024Network: ShowtimeStatus: Ended
Episode 9
star
7.52
1176 votes

#1 - Episode 9

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/22/2017

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.

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Episode 4
star
7.51
1319 votes

#2 - Episode 4

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.

Directors: John Dahl
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Episode 5
star
7.49
1281 votes

#3 - Episode 5

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 12/18/2016

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.

Directors: Jeffrey Reiner
Writer: Sharr White
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Episode 2
star
7.47
1301 votes

#4 - Episode 2

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.

Directors: John Dahl
Writer: Anya Epstein
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Episode 3
star
7.44
1312 votes

#5 - Episode 3

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.

Directors: Jeffrey Reiner
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Episode 6
star
7.40
1242 votes

#6 - Episode 6

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.

Writer: Alena Smith
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Episode 8
star
7.40
1104 votes

#7 - Episode 8

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.

Directors: John Dahl
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Episode 10
star
7.35
1195 votes

#8 - Episode 10

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. Season finale.

Directors: Jeffrey Reiner
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Episode 1
star
7.27
1366 votes

#9 - Episode 1

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.

Directors: Jeffrey Reiner
Writer: Sarah Treem
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Episode 7
star
7.26
1206 votes

#10 - Episode 7

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.

Directors: Jeffrey Reiner
Writer: Anya Epstein
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