The Affair — Season 2
12 episodesFirst aired 4 October 2015
Alison attempts to move on from tragedy and build a lasting relationship while contending with the judgment of others and her own self-doubt. Her lover Noah tries to balance the temptations of success, the family he left behind, and the woman he loves. Noah’s former wife Helen attempts to piece her life together while navigating divorce proceedings, caring for her children, and her parents’ noxious influence. Cole, Alison’s former husband, struggles to overcome past heartbreak and start a promising new life. Yet the long-term ramifications of the affair continue to shape these lives, and will lead to an event that changes everything once again.
E1201
6.8Oct 201557m
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.
E2202
7.2Oct 201558m
Alison's summer with Noah is interrupted by an unwelcome guest. Meanwhile, Cole's self-destructive lifestyle causes everyone to become concerned.
E3203
7.4Oct 201556m
Noah's undying love for Alison leads to serious consequences. Meanwhile, Alison discovers a surprising truth about how to sustain a marriage.
E4204
7.6Oct 201555m
Helen makes an innocent mistake that leads to outrageous consequences. Meanwhile, a court order leads to a dire setback for Noah and Alison.
E5205
6.2Nov 201558m
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.
E6206
7.3Nov 201555m
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.
E7207
7.7Nov 201559m
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.
E8208
7.1Nov 201557m
Helen is bewildered by Whitney's plans. Noah's fame escalates temptation.
E9209
6.6Nov 201559m
Alison weathers a journey alone. Noah faces a terrible reckoning.
E10210
7.5Dec 201559m
Noah grapples with questions. Alison considers a harrowing possibility.
E11211
7.6Dec 201557m
A series of revelations rattle Noah. Alison makes a momentous decision.
E12212
8.3Dec 20151h 8m
Events set in motion long ago come to their conclusion.