The Affair

Ruth Wilson, who played Alison Bailey, unexpectedly left the series in Season 4, and her character was killed off. Wilson later revealed that she had a difficult time filming and did not feel safe in certain work environments, which she discussed with the network. Her departure drastically shifted the show's dynamic heading into its final season.

No, *The Affair* is not currently available on Netflix or standard Hulu subscriptions. The psychological thriller was an original series for the premium cable network Showtime. To watch it, you typically need a subscription to Paramount+ with Showtime or to purchase the episodes on digital storefronts like Amazon Prime Video.

The show's unique storytelling mechanic involves showing the same events from the differing, often conflicting, memories of its main characters. For example, the narrative shifts between Noah's perspective and Alison's perspective, showing how they remember their dialogue and actions differently. This subjective storytelling highlights the theme of memory and deception central to the series.

*The Affair* ran for exactly five seasons on Showtime, concluding in November 2019. The show was created by Hagai Levi and Sarah Treem. The final season notably moved away from the strict two-perspective format of previous seasons, opting for a broader ensemble narrative to wrap up the storylines.