TV series
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.
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Checked Sep 5, 2026
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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.
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Episode 1
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.
Directed by Jeffrey ReinerWritten by Sarah TreemGuest stars Victor Williams, Kathleen Chalfant, Stephen Kunken, Richard Schiff, Jeremy Shamos, Tricia Paoluccio, Albert Jones, Cindy Cheung
Episode 2
Alison's summer with Noah is interrupted by an unwelcome guest. Meanwhile, Cole's self-destructive lifestyle causes everyone to become concerned.
Directed by Jeffrey ReinerWritten by Sarah TreemGuest stars Colin Donnell, Nicolette Robinson, John Doman, Michael Godere, Kelly Deadmon, Teresa Yenque, Richard Schiff, Joanna Gleason
Episode 3
Noah's undying love for Alison leads to serious consequences. Meanwhile, Alison discovers a surprising truth about how to sustain a marriage.
Directed by Ryan Fleck, Anna BodenWritten by Alena SmithGuest stars Richard Schiff, Joanna Gleason, Peter Friedman, Quinn VanAntwerp, Aurora Leonard, David Lavine
Episode 4
Helen makes an innocent mistake that leads to outrageous consequences. Meanwhile, a court order leads to a dire setback for Noah and Alison.
Directed by John DahlWritten by Anya EpsteinGuest stars Nadia Gan, Jason Furlani, Kathleen Chalfant, Richard Schiff, Michael Pemberton, Jennifer Esposito, Mark Margolis, Ron Canada
Episode 5
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.
Directed by Laura InnesWritten by Sharr WhiteGuest stars Colin Donnell, Victor Williams, Kelly Deadmon, Darren Goldstein, Kaija Matiss, Richard Schiff, Joanna Gleason, Peter Friedman
Episode 6
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.
Directed by Jeffrey ReinerWritten by David Henry HwangGuest stars Omar Metwally, John Doman, Deirdre O'Connell, Artie Brennan, Kathleen Chalfant, Richard Schiff, Sebastian Junger, Denise Cormier
Episode 7
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.
Directed by Ryan Fleck, Anna BodenWritten by Abe SylviaGuest stars Colin Donnell, Nicolette Robinson, Michael Godere, Deirdre O'Connell, Darren Goldstein, Kaija Matiss, Danny Fischer, Mare Winningham
Episode 8
Helen is bewildered by Whitney's plans. Noah's fame escalates temptation.
Directed by Laura InnesWritten by Sharr WhiteGuest stars Richard Schiff, Quinn VanAntwerp, Brooke Lyons, Jordan Carlos, Courtney Reed, Rachel Hilson, Lyrica Okano, Nat Cassidy
Episode 9
Alison weathers a journey alone. Noah faces a terrible reckoning.
Directed by Jeffrey ReinerWritten by Alena Smith, David Henry HwangGuest stars Colin Donnell, Omar Metwally, Keilly McQuail, Brooke Lyons, Lyrica Okano, James Naughton, Virginia Kull, Max von Essen
Episode 10
Noah grapples with questions. Alison considers a harrowing possibility.
Directed by Scott WinantWritten by Anya EpsteinGuest stars Colin Donnell, Victor Williams, Omar Metwally, Michael Godere, Matt Van Orden, Kaija Matiss, Danny Fischer, Mare Winningham
Episode 11
A series of revelations rattle Noah. Alison makes a momentous decision.
Directed by Michael SlovisWritten by Abe Sylvia, Abe Sylvia, Sharr WhiteGuest stars Colin Donnell, Victor Williams, Omar Metwally, Michael Godere, Kathleen Chalfant, Darren Goldstein, Kaija Matiss, Danny Fischer
Episode 12
Events set in motion long ago come to their conclusion.
Directed by Jeffrey ReinerWritten by Sarah TreemGuest stars Colin Donnell, Victor Williams, Omar Metwally, Michael Godere, Kathleen Chalfant, Darren Goldstein, Kaija Matiss, Danny Fischer
Episode information updated Sep 16, 2026
Dominic WestNoah Solloway
Ruth WilsonAlison Bailey
Maura TierneyHelen Solloway
Joshua JacksonCole Lockhart
Julia Goldani TellesWhitney Solloway
Jake SicilianoMartin Solloway
Jadon SandTrevor Solloway
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