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The Secret Life of the American Teenager

The Secret Life of the American Teenager
★ 6.8/10•2008•44m•TV-14•Drama•Comedy
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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.

StatusEnded
Runtime44m
LanguageEN
First Air DateJul 1, 2008

Episodes

Episode 1 - Falling in LoveE160m

Falling in Love

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.

Jul 1, 2008

Episode 2 - You Are My EverythingE260m

You Are My Everything

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.

Jul 8, 2008

Episode 3 - I Feel SickE360m

I Feel Sick

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.

Jul 15, 2008

Episode 4 - CaughtE460m

Caught

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.

Jul 22, 2008

Episode 5 - What Have You Done to Me?E560m

What Have You Done to Me?

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.

Jul 29, 2008

Episode 6 - Love for SaleE660m

Love for Sale

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.

Aug 5, 2008

Episode 7 - AbsentE760m

Absent

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

Aug 12, 2008

Episode 8 - Your Cheatin' HeartE860m

Your Cheatin' Heart

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

Aug 19, 2008

Episode 9 - Slice of LifeE960m

Slice of Life

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

Aug 26, 2008

Episode 10 - Back to School SpecialE1060m

Back to School Special

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

Sep 2, 2008

Episode 11 - Just Say NoE1160m

Just Say No

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.

Sep 9, 2008

Episode 12 - The Secret Wedding of the American TeenagerE1260m

The Secret Wedding of the American Teenager

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

Jan 5, 2009

Episode 13 - Baked NevadaE1360m

Baked Nevada

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.

Jan 12, 2009

Episode 14 - The Father and the SonE1460m

The Father and the Son

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

Jan 19, 2009

Episode 15 - That's Enough of ThatE1560m

That's Enough of That

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.

Jan 26, 2009

Episode 16 - Chocolate CakeE1660m

Chocolate Cake

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

Feb 2, 2009

Episode 17 - UnforgivenE1760m

Unforgiven

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."

Feb 9, 2009

Episode 18 - Making Up Is Hard To DoE1860m

Making Up Is Hard To Do

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

Feb 16, 2009

Episode 19 - Money for Nothing, Chicks for FreeE1960m

Money for Nothing, Chicks for Free

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.

Feb 23, 2009

Episode 20 - Maybe BabyE2060m

Maybe Baby

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

Mar 2, 2009

Episode 21 - Whoomp! (There It Is)E2160m

Whoomp! (There It Is)

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.

Mar 9, 2009

Episode 22 - One Night at Band CampE2260m

One Night at Band Camp

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.

Mar 16, 2009

Episode 23 - And Unto Us, a Child Is BornE2360m

And Unto Us, a Child Is Born

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.

Mar 23, 2009

Actors

Shailene Woodley

Shailene Woodley

Amy Juergens

Megan Park

Megan Park

Grace Bowman

Daren Kagasoff

Daren Kagasoff

Ricky Underwood

Ken Baumann

Ken Baumann

Ben Boykewich

Greg Finley

Greg Finley

Jack Pappas

Francia Raísa

Francia Raísa

Adrian Lee

Steve Schirripa

Steve Schirripa

Leo Boykewich

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