Shows similar to The Affair

While set in the 1960s advertising world of New York, Mad Men's deep dive into the personal lives and extramarital affairs of its characters echoes the intimate storytelling of The Affair.

The Good Wife follows the life of a wife and mother who must assume full responsibility for her family after her husband's scandal. Its exploration of infidelity and politics can appeal to viewers of The Affair.

This show delves into the seemingly perfect lives of a group of women in Monterey, California. It features a strong ensemble cast and explores themes of secrets, lies, and the complexities of relationships, much like The Affair.

This series features a psychologist and his sessions with an array of patients, peeling back layers of emotional complexity. While it is more clinical, it shares The Affair's deep introspection and character study.

Based on true events, Dirty John is a psychological thriller about deception and romance gone wrong. It provides a look at the dark side of love similar to the themes explored in The Affair.