The Best Episodes of The Secret Life of the American Teenager

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#1 - And Circumstance
S4:E139/5/2011
It's graduation day - and both Ricky and Jack have something to say. A divorce attorney obtains incriminating photos at the graduation ceremonies.
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8.1/10(56 votes)
#2 - Hedy's Happy Holiday House
S5:E1211/19/2012
t's Christmas Eve and Ricky and Amy are celebrating their first holiday together as a family. Ricky talks about an old tradition he had as a kid of sneaking into a toy shop with his fellow foster care friends every Christmas Eve. Ricky, Amy & John decide to continue the tradition and sneak their way into Hedy's and are amazed by the holiday fun inside. Ethan, dressed as Santa to surprise John, brings a very pregnant Kathy with him to join in on the fun. Meanwhile, Grace stays by Jack's side at the hospital hoping for a miracle while he's still in a coma since the beating. But, everyone is in for a holiday surprise when Kathy suddenly goes into labor.
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8.0/10(78 votes)
#3 - The Big One
S2:E16/22/2009
Amy copes with the rigors of motherhood while Anne adjusts to the news that she is pregnant. Elsewhere, a tragedy takes place just as Jack and Grace's relationship intensifies.
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8.0/10(47 votes)
#4 - Hole in the Wall
S4:E57/11/2011
As Ben continues to examine his options, he and Adrian have a huge blowout. Adrian finally gathers the courage to take all of the baby's things out of the would-be nursery.
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7.9/10(53 votes)
#5 - Cute
S4:E77/25/2011
With the help of Amy, Ricky tries to get in to college. Grace is having trouble fitting in to Daniel's college life.
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7.8/10(114 votes)
#6 - I Feel Sick
S1:E37/15/2008
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.
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7.8/10(93 votes)
#7 - The Secret Wedding of the American Teenager
S1:E121/5/2009
Assisted by their friends, Ben and Amy marry in secret. Meanwhile, Tom asserts his independence after meeting a new girl.
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7.8/10(76 votes)
#8 - That's Enough of That
S1:E151/26/2009
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.
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7.8/10(67 votes)
#9 - And Unto Us, a Child Is Born
S1:E233/23/2009
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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7.8/10(49 votes)
#10 - You Don't Know What You've Got
S2:E131/4/2010
Most of the gang ditch classes and are pursued by the new school counselor; Amy and Anne take a mother/daughter vacation.
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7.8/10(45 votes)
#11 - Don't Go in There!
S4:E67/18/2011
Adrian comes to Ben's defense as a bunch of students begin to blame him for their daughter's death. Kathleen has an interview at a college. Grace gets pranked by Ricky.
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7.8/10(43 votes)
#12 - Flip Flop
S4:E98/8/2011
Adrian has a new goal in mind.
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7.8/10(42 votes)
#13 - 4-1-1
S4:E108/15/2011
Nora finds a new place to live, Ricky has an unexpected visitor who has run into legal problems after texting nude photos of his girlfriend, and Grace plays matchmaker
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7.7/10(95 votes)
#14 - Back to School Special
S1:E109/2/2008
Amy faces her first day back at school, while Cindy Lee encourages Adrian to foster a relationship with her father.
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7.7/10(41 votes)
#15 - Another Proposal
S3:E184/18/2011
Both Amy and Ricky feel under pressure now that Ben has proposed to Adrian, which causes Amy to suggest taking their relationship to the next level. Ben suggests an alternative to a big wedding to Adrian, and Lauren's mother and step-father are having problems.
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7.7/10(68 votes)
#16 - …or Not To Be
S3:E266/6/2011
Adrian and Ben prepare for the imminent arrival of their daughter. When Adrian experiences discomfort, the couple - believing she is about to go into labor - are instructed by their doctor to leave for the hospital. Ben and Adrian agree not to call anyone until they know more, but as word spreads she is in the hospital, family and friends gather there to share the joyous occasion. But the couple learn some devastating news that will change their lives forever and will need those closest to them for support.
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7.7/10(41 votes)
#17 - One Foot Out the Door
S4:E47/4/2011
There's an emergency with John resulting in Ricky & Amy taking him to the ER. Grace meets a new guy named Daniel. Adrian wants Ben to tell her how he really feels.
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7.7/10(42 votes)
#18 - The Games We Play
S4:E118/22/2011
Adrian is introduced to the brother of one of Daniel's friend, and sparks fly. Amy hopes for a proposal from Ricky -- who has a surprise of his own.
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7.6/10(102 votes)
#19 - Love for Sale
S1:E68/5/2008
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.
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7.6/10(70 votes)
#20 - Unforgiven
S1:E172/9/2009
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."
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7.6/10(63 votes)
#21 - Making Up Is Hard To Do
S1:E182/16/2009
Ashley tries his best to get Amy and Ben back together again, whilst Rick tries to sabotage the adoption process.
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7.6/10(77 votes)
#22 - One Night at Band Camp
S1:E223/16/2009
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.
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7.6/10(66 votes)
#23 - When One Door Closes...
S4:E16/13/2011
Adrian is in a deep depression, refusing to leave the house, while Ben struggles to keep it all together after losing their baby. Ben has returned to school, but is devastated and angry about the situation. Ben asks Amy to visit Adrian at home to help her through this difficult time. Meanwhile, Amy feels a little guilty for being so happy in her own life – she’s in love with Ricky and their relationship seems to be growing stronger by the day. Ricky insists they shouldn’t feel guilty and invites Amy and John to move in with him.
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7.6/10(54 votes)
#24 - To Begin With...
S5:E16/11/2012
Ricky and Amy decide to run off together to escape all the drama at home with Anne's recent announcement that she's gay and Ashley's return home. But, will they decide to say 'I Do'? Meanwhile, Ben struggles with the knowledge that he may have contributed to burning down Dylan's school. And, now that Adrian is done with summer school and graduated, she's looking forward to college and Grace makes some difficult decisions about her relationships.
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7.6/10(49 votes)
#25 - It's a Miracle
S5:E143/25/2013
Ben is in a euphoric mood, while driving Ethan to the airport he has an epiphany that Amy may not have been his first love. Omar leaves his student teaching job and proposes to Adrian. Ethan pleads with Kathy's parents to let her return home with him. Ricky confides in Dr. Fields about Amy's lack of enthusiasm towards their marriage - and Amy confides in Dr. Fields that she has other hopes and dreams. Meanwhile, Jack is restless with his injuries and enlists Grace's help. And, George meets with David to discuss Robie's paternity.
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