Aug 25, 2019 · 57m
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.
The Affair
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 at the end of Long Island, trying to piece her life back together in the wake of a tragedy.
Created by: Sarah Treem, Hagai Levi
Season 5 Episodes
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Sep 1, 2019 · 58m
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.
Sep 8, 2019 · 58m
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.
Sep 15, 2019 · 1h
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.
Sep 22, 2019 · 59m
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.
Sep 29, 2019 · 54m
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.
Oct 6, 2019 · 58m
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.
Oct 13, 2019 · 59m
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.
Oct 20, 2019 · 1h 18m
As controversy swirls around Noah, Helen and Whitney must decide where their allegiances lie.
Oct 27, 2019 · 1h 1m
As wildfires threaten Los Angeles, Helen and Noah are forced to run for their lives and confront old wounds along the way.
Nov 3, 2019 · 1h 30m
It's Whitney's wedding day and everything comes full circle.
Season 5 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did The Affair Season 5 premiere?
The Affair Season 5 premiered on August 25, 2019.
How many episodes are in The Affair Season 5?
The Affair Season 5 has 11 episodes.
What is the first episode of The Affair Season 5?
The season opens with Season 5 Episode 1, "501". It aired on August 25, 2019.
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