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The Affair

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The emotional effects of an extramarital relationship are explored when a married schoolteacher begins an affair with a beautiful waitress on Long Island.

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Awards

  • 2016 - Emmy - Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series - nominated
  • 2015 - Writers Guild Awards - New Series - nominated
  • 2015 - Golden Globe - Best Television Series - Drama - winner
  • 2015 - Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series - Drama - winner

Cast & Crew See All

Dominic West
Noah
Ruth Wilson
Alison
Joshua Jackson
Cole

Latest News See All

Ruth Wilson Reportedly Left The Affair Over 'Toxic' Environment, Pressure to Do Nude Scenes

A new report details the circumstances surrounding the actress' exit from the show

Wed, Dec 18, 2019
Ruth Wilson Reportedly Left The Affair Over 'Toxic' Environment, Pressure to Do Nude Scenes

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Fri, Nov 1, 2019
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Fri, Oct 11, 2019
The Week in Superlatives: Best Power Move, Biggest Rookie Mistake, and Cutest Reboot

The Week in Superlatives: Most Delusional, Tastiest Controversy, and Sickest Villain

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Thu, Oct 3, 2019
The Week in Superlatives: Most Delusional, Tastiest Controversy, and Sickest Villain

The Week in Superlatives: Meanest Mindtrip, Creepiest Courtship, and the Sweetest Sendoff

There were a lot of standout moments on the small screen this week

Fri, Sep 27, 2019
The Week in Superlatives: Meanest Mindtrip, Creepiest Courtship, and the Sweetest Sendoff

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