The Secret Life of the American Teenager
The Secret Life of the American Teenager
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The Secret Life of the American Teenager

Expect the Unexpected

6.9 / 10
2008
5 seasons
121 episodes
DramaComedy

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.

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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.

  • Falling in Love

    1.Falling in Love

    10.0
    01-07-200860m

    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 he...

  • You Are My Everything

    2.You Are My Everything

    08-07-200860m

    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 bout...

  • I Feel Sick

    3.I Feel Sick

    15-07-200860m

    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. Elsewher...

  • Caught

    4.Caught

    22-07-200860m

    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 piec...

  • What Have You Done to Me?

    5.What Have You Done to Me?

    29-07-200860m

    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.

  • Love for Sale

    6.Love for Sale

    05-08-200860m

    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.

  • Absent

    7.Absent

    12-08-200860m

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

  • Your Cheatin' Heart

    8.Your Cheatin' Heart

    19-08-200860m

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

  • Slice of Life

    9.Slice of Life

    26-08-200860m

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

  • Back to School Special

    10.Back to School Special

    02-09-200860m

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

  • Just Say No

    11.Just Say No

    09-09-200860m

    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, an...

  • The Secret Wedding of the American Teenager

    12.The Secret Wedding of the American Teenager

    05-01-200960m

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

  • Baked Nevada

    13.Baked Nevada

    12-01-200960m

    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...

  • The Father and the Son

    14.The Father and the Son

    19-01-200960m

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

  • That's Enough of That

    15.That's Enough of That

    26-01-200960m

    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.

  • Chocolate Cake

    16.Chocolate Cake

    02-02-200960m

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

  • Unforgiven

    17.Unforgiven

    09-02-200960m

    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 Ash...

  • Making Up Is Hard To Do

    18.Making Up Is Hard To Do

    16-02-200960m

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

  • Money for Nothing, Chicks for Free

    19.Money for Nothing, Chicks for Free

    23-02-200960m

    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.

  • Maybe Baby

    20.Maybe Baby

    02-03-200960m

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

  • Whoomp! (There It Is)

    21.Whoomp! (There It Is)

    09-03-200960m

    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.

  • One Night at Band Camp

    22.One Night at Band Camp

    16-03-200960m

    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 toge...

  • And Unto Us, a Child Is Born

    23.And Unto Us, a Child Is Born

    23-03-200960m

    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 Ash...

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