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The Secret Life of the American Teenager

  • TV-14
  • 2008–2013
  • 5 seasons
  • Drama, Comedy
  • 6.8

Expect the Unexpected

Amy and her friends at Grant High learn to define themselves while they navigate the perilous waters of contemporary adolescence. Between their love triangles, secrets, drama, accusations, gossip, confusion, and scandalous rumors, there's never a dull moment.

Episodes

Everyone at Grant High School has something to hide. Amy Juergens, viewed as a "good girl" and a band geek, is pregnant and does not know how to break the news to her parents. Cheerleader Grace Bowman struggle to keep her vow of chastity she made to her parents, Ricky Underwood hides his skeletons in the closet and even Amy's parents conceal the truth behind their shaky marriage.

23 episodes
  1. 1Falling in Love

    60 minJul 1, 2008

    After losing her virginity to Ricky Underwood at band camp, Amy Juergens discovers that she's pregnant. As Amy contends with her family life, and struggles to come to terms with her pregnancy, she seeks solace from her friends, Lauren and Madison. Meanwhile, Grace Bowman, the most popular girl at school, promises abstinence to her parents.

  2. 2You Are My Everything

    60 minJul 8, 2008

    Lauren and Madison accidentally reveal Ricky's involvement with Amy to the school. Meanwhile, Grace is torn between forgiving Jack and moving on, and Amy experiences her first bouts of morning sickness.

  3. 3I Feel Sick

    60 minJul 15, 2008

    Ben continues to pine after Amy, which results in them sharing their first kiss. Later, Amy shares the news of her pregnancy with Ashley—leaving their parents in the dark. Elsewhere, Adrian believes that Ricky is just using her for sex.

  4. 4Caught

    60 minJul 22, 2008

    Ben's clingy behaviour begins to annoy Amy, who is also struggling to cope with her family life. Meanwhile, Jack seeks comfort from Adrian after his plans to see Grace fall to pieces.

  5. 5What Have You Done to Me?

    60 minJul 29, 2008

    Amy contemplates adoption for her unborn child. Meanwhile, Ashley and Amy attempt to persuade their father to not leave town, and Jack and Adrian grow closer.

  6. 6Love for Sale

    60 minAug 5, 2008

    Amy shares the news of her pregnancy with her mother, Anne. Later, Amy's absence from school sparks a rumour that she's having an abortion.

  7. 7Absent

    60 minAug 12, 2008

    Ricky wrestles with the consequences of his actions. Meanwhile, Grace experiences difficulties with Tom, and Ben and Amy's relationship begins to sour.

  8. 8Your Cheatin' Heart

    60 minAug 19, 2008

    Amy and Ashley's grandmother visits. Elsewhere, Adrian flaunts her budding friendship with Grace.

  9. 9Slice of Life

    60 minAug 26, 2008

    George bonds with Amy and Ashley. Elsewhere, Tom hires a "friend" for the night, and Lauren is caught kissing Ricky.

  10. 10Back to School Special

    60 minSep 2, 2008

    Amy faces her first day back at school, while Cindy Lee encourages Adrian to foster a relationship with her father.

  11. 11Just Say No

    60 minSep 9, 2008

    Adrian's father calls the police after she disappears from school. Elsewhere, the school learns of Ricky's visits to Dr. Fields, Grace is pressured into wearing her purity ring, and Ben and Amy consider having sex.

  12. 12The Secret Wedding of the American Teenager

    60 minJan 5, 2009

    Assisted by their friends, Ben and Amy marry in secret. Meanwhile, Tom asserts his independence after meeting a new girl.

  13. 13Baked Nevada

    60 minJan 12, 2009

    The parents of Ben and Amy learn of the wedding, and the news leads to a brief reunion by George and Anne. Meanwhile, Adrian's father is bent on finding out who created the fake ID's.

  14. 14The Father and the Son

    60 minJan 19, 2009

    Ricky's father comes to town with some advice for him on how to be a parent.

  15. 15That's Enough of That

    60 minJan 26, 2009

    Amy has the opportunity to find out the sex of her unborn child. Meanwhile, Jack does community service and believes that he sees Bob violate his parole.

  16. 16Chocolate Cake

    60 minFeb 2, 2009

    Amy and Ricky consider adoption as a possible option. Meanwhile, George's co-worker shows interest in adopting Amy's baby.

  17. 17Unforgiven

    60 minFeb 9, 2009

    Ben and Amy's relationship hits a rough patch when Ben tells her that he needs some space. Amy is angry and sad at his decison and decides to give him a ring that she gets from Ashley in order to prove to him that she accepts him for who he is and loves him. Ashley and her argue and Ashley accuses her of wanting to give up the baby so that she can keep Ben. Ben has doubts about his relationship with Amy and thinks that she still has feelings for Ricky. Jack and Shawna argee to see each other. Lauren and Madison stand by Amy and Alice and Henry stand by Ben. Adrian and Grace argue over Ricky and get into a catfight, but become closer to each other as a result. Elsewhere, Grace's parents apologize to each other and Anne and George interview people who are interested in adopting Amy's baby,but George makes them leave before Anne gets a chance to talk to them because they want a closed adoption rather than an open adoption. Meanwhile, Ricky apologizes to Amy for him accidentally breaking up her and Ben. He talks to her about Ben and the baby, Amy gets upset, and Ben, Adrian, and Grace catch Ricky and Amy hugging. George's gay co-workers come by and talk to George and Anne about them wanting to adopt Amy's baby, and Amy agrees. Ricky tells Jack that he is through with both of Adrian and Grace for good and wants to be with Amy. Amy tries to pay Ben a visit but Ben's father intervenes."

  18. 18Making Up Is Hard To Do

    60 minFeb 16, 2009

    Ashley tries his best to get Amy and Ben back together again, whilst Rick tries to sabotage the adoption process.

  19. 19Money for Nothing, Chicks for Free

    60 minFeb 23, 2009

    Adrian wants to mix things up a bit and tries to change her look, Jack is still bringing out his thoughtful side by raising money, and Anne might soon be off the unemployment list.

  20. 20Maybe Baby

    60 minMar 2, 2009

    Amy gets help from her friends on what to do about the baby.

  21. 21Whoomp! (There It Is)

    60 minMar 9, 2009

    As Amy's due date inches nearer, Grace and Adrian decide to throw a baby shower for her. While preparing for the party, Jack and Grace have a moment where they reconnect.

  22. 22One Night at Band Camp

    60 minMar 16, 2009

    Amy goes into labor and she and Ricky keep looking back to when they first met at band camp and how Ricky charmed her into having sex with him. Tom tries to get Jack and Grace together again, and Adrian discovers she still cares for Ricky.

  23. 23And Unto Us, a Child Is Born

    60 minMar 23, 2009

    Amy has trouble adjusting to life as a mom as she gives birth to her baby. Meanwhile, Ricky likes fatherhood and becomes friends with Ben; and Anne is surprised when George and Ashley decide to move out.

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Series cast

Shailene WoodleyAmy Juergens121 episodes
Megan ParkGrace Bowman121 episodes
Daren KagasoffRicky Underwood121 episodes
Ken BaumannBen Boykewich121 episodes
Greg FinleyJack Pappas121 episodes
Francia RaísaAdrian Lee121 episodes
Mark DerwinGeorge Juergens114 episodes
Steve SchirripaLeo Boykewich109 episodes
Molly RingwaldAnne Juergens96 episodes
Josie BissettKathleen Bowman90 episodes
Luke ZimmermanTom Bowman89 episodes
Camille WinbushLauren Treacy87 episodes
Renee OlsteadMadison Cooperstein86 episodes
India EisleyAshley Juergens84 episodes
Allen EvangelistaHenry Miller78 episodes
Amy RiderAlice Valko77 episodes
Matthew LevinsonJohn64 episodes
Joseph LevinsonJohn64 episodes

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