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The Best Episodes of The Secret Life of the American Teenager

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The Best Episodes of The Secret Life of the American Teenager

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,...

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  1. 10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Falling in Love

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    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.

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  2. 7.9/10(57 votes)

    #2 - Hedy's Happy Holiday House

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    S5:E12

    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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  3. 7.8/10(77 votes)

    #3 - The Big One

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    S2:E1

    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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  4. 7.6/10(48 votes)

    #4 - You Don't Know What You've Got

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    S2:E13

    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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  5. 7.6/10(69 votes)

    #5 - …or Not To Be

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    S3:E26

    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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  6. 7.5/10(55 votes)

    #6 - To Begin With...

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    S5:E1

    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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  8. 7.5/10(49 votes)

    #7 - It's a Miracle

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    S5:E14

    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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  9. 7.4/10(42 votes)

    #8 - Another Proposal

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    S3:E18

    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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  10. 7.3/10(35 votes)

    #9 - Interference

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    S5:E19

    Ethan is convinced no adult actually uses algebra, but a chance meeting with Danica McKellar helps him look at math in a different light. Amy's frantic search for her missing wedding bands leads her to Ben, who advises her to break-up with Ricky before it's too late. George and Kathleen's romantic dinner is interrupted by an uninvited guest. Meanwhile, Mrs. Stone confronts Grace about her relationship with Jack.

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  11. 7.3/10(36 votes)

    #10 - Caught in a Trap

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    S5:E23

    Ricky suspects that Amy is hiding something and confronts her about their future. Everyone gives Ethan some much-needed advice about his love life. Amy is furious when she learns the lengths Ben will go to in order to win her back. Jack's commitment to Grace is tested, and Henry makes an important decision about his future. Meanwhile, Chloe finally puts her past demons to rest.

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  12. 7.1/10(47 votes)

    #11 - Ciao

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    S2:E4

    Amy is having trouble copy with her hectic lifestyle now that she has school and a baby to look after. Ben begins to decide how he will be spending his summer break.

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  13. 7.1/10(52 votes)

    #12 - The Summer of Our Discontent

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    S2:E6

    Amy refuses to let Ben come over to say goodbye to her and John for the summer, but instead allows Ricky to take John to his new appartment. Marc Molina, the school guidance counselor, resigns at the end of the school year, while Anne starts pushing the divorce after she decides to accept David's marriage proposal. At the same time, Ashley reaches a breaking point urging George to tell Anne that the baby is his and Grace gets accepted into a medical school for the summer. Upon packing, Ben confronts Leo about Betty, but Leo reassures Ben that he trusts her. Meanwhile, Ricky is at Amy's house picking up John for the night, and Ben comes over to say goodbye to Amy. Ricky walks in on Ben and Amy kissing, but Ben gets angry and leaves.

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  14. 7.1/10(43 votes)

    #13 - Half Over

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    S5:E11

    Jack remains in the hospital; Ricky discusses the wedding with George.

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  15. 7.0/10(47 votes)

    #14 - Born Free

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    S2:E5

    Amy tells her mother that she will go to Italy with Ben, while Ashley delivers the message that Anne and David are engaged. Grace tells Tom and Adrian that George told her that he lied about the vasectomy, and the secret flies around the school, only to arrive at Amy, who asks Ashley if George told the truth. Meanwhile, when Ricky asks Leo for a raise, Leo gives Ricky the apartment above the butchershop and the raise, and David asks Anne to move into their own home.

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  16. 7.0/10(45 votes)

    #15 - I Got You, Babe

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    S2:E23

    A messy custody battle ensues as Amy and Ricky continue to disagree over their rights as John's parents. Still angry with Ricky for breaking up with her, Adrian sides with Amy and encourages several of their friends to do the same. Elsewhere, George grows more frustrated with Anne's refusal to get re-married right away. Ben and Grace get closer, and Ashley feels ready to make some changes in her life.

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  17. 6.9/10(43 votes)

    #16 - Let's Try That Again

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    S2:E18

    Amy fears that Jimmy's standoffish behavior is a result of her bad kissing, so Ricky offers to help her practice, which ends up being a bad idea. Elsewhere, Adrian's parents are planning a quiet, low-key wedding at home, and Ricky is hesitant to introduce everyone to his foster parents. A mother-daughter dance is being planned at school, but most of the students have strained relationships with their moms at the moment. Lastly, Ben must decide whether to continue pursuing Grace, and Anne suggests therapy as a final attempt for her and George to keep their family together.

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  18. 6.9/10(41 votes)

    #17 - Shotgun

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    S5:E2

    Amy and Ricky return home with big news. Meanwhile, Grace continues to shut out Adrian; Leo discusses the fire with Dylan's parents; and Anne learns how serious things are between Ashley and Toby.

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  19. 6.9/10(43 votes)

    #18 - Lies and Byes

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    Amy and Ricky's family and friends want to host a wedding reception for them, but Amy and Ricky are hesitant to accept their offer. Meanwhile, Ashley's parents find out she ran off to culinary school overseas; and Ruben advises Ben to get a lawyer.

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  20. 6.9/10(37 votes)

    #19 - Property Not For Sale

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    S5:E9

    Ben and Amy have a candid discussion about their relationship.

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  21. 6.8/10(48 votes)

    #20 - Summertime

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    S2:E7

    Everyone has returned from summer vacation, and George tells Anne a big revelation.

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  22. 6.8/10(48 votes)

    #21 - Til It's Gone

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    S2:E14

    Anne encounters an old flame causing Amy to be attracted to his son.

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  23. 6.8/10(42 votes)

    #22 - Loved & Lost

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    S2:E15

    Relationships are on edge, with Ben and Amy dealing with their own relationship drama, as well as Adrian and Ricky and Grace and Jack.

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  24. 6.8/10(48 votes)

    #23 - Who Do You Trust

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    S3:E15

    Amy wants Ricky to get tested for various STDs, after she sees him talking to someone he used to date. Ben and Adrian's baby's gender is revealed. Amy considers having sex with Ricky.

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  25. 6.8/10(49 votes)

    #24 - Deeper and Deeper

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    S3:E19

    Ashley starts being home-schooled. Ben and Adrian look for a place to live. Grace worries about the future regarding her relationship with Grant. Jack & Madison take a break from sex. Lauren is crushing on a new guy.

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  26. 6.8/10(38 votes)

    #25 - Regrets

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    S5:E10

    Adrian and Omar think about moving in together; Anne starts to plan Amy's wedding.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Falling in Love" is the best rated episode of "The Secret Life of the American Teenager". It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Ron Underwood and written by Brenda Hampton, it aired on 7/1/2008. This episode scored 2.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Hedy's Happy Holiday House".