The Secret Life of the American Teenager backdrop

The Secret Life of the American Teenager poster

Drama•Comedy

The Best Episodes of The Secret Life of the American Teenager

Every episode of The Secret Life of the American Teenager ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Secret Life of the American Teenager!

Binge this in 5d 1h•Peaking at 10.0/10

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

Airs on

Seasons5

#1 Fan Favorite
Click to reveal
10.0/10(1 votes)
#1 - Falling in Love
S1:E17/1/2008
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.
Director:Ron Underwood
Writer:Brenda Hampton
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Ron Underwood
Writer:Brenda Hampton
10.0/10(1 votes)
#2 - The Second Time Around
S2:E172/1/2010
Amy goes on a date with Jimmy. Meanwhile, Ashley pursuades George to vist Anne to rekindle their relationship, and Griffin sends his cousin Grant to get to know Ashley. Ben visits Grace and tells her that he wants to be friends, and as he leaves, they kiss. At the same time, Amy and Jimmy kiss. After George knocks on Anne's appartment door, Josh answers and explains Anne is with Mimsy and might come back home. While Ricky encourages Amy not to get caught up with Ben and Grace, Adrain's parents tell her they will get married, therefore causing her mom not to take the job offer in New York. Anne tells Ashely that she doesn't think it would be good for her to return home.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
4.0/10(1 votes)
#3 - 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.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#4 - You Are My Everything
S1:E27/8/2008
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.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Brenda Hampton
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Brenda Hampton
0.0/10(0 votes)
#5 - 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.
Director:Ron Underwood
Writer:Brenda Hampton
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Ron Underwood
Writer:Brenda Hampton
0.0/10(0 votes)
#6 - Caught
S1:E47/22/2008
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.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Brenda Hampton
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Brenda Hampton

The 20 WORST Episodes of The Secret Life of the American Teenager

0.0/10(0 votes)
#7 - What Have You Done to Me?
S1:E57/29/2008
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.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#8 - 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.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#9 - Absent
S1:E78/12/2008
Ricky wrestles with the consequences of his actions. Meanwhile, Grace experiences difficulties with Tom, and Ben and Amy's relationship begins to sour.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#10 - Your Cheatin' Heart
S1:E88/19/2008
Amy and Ashley's grandmother visits. Elsewhere, Adrian flaunts her budding friendship with Grace.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#11 - Slice of Life
S1:E98/26/2008
George bonds with Amy and Ashley. Elsewhere, Tom hires a "friend" for the night, and Lauren is caught kissing Ricky.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#12 - 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.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#13 - Just Say No
S1:E119/9/2008
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.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#14 - 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.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#15 - Baked Nevada
S1:E131/12/2009
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.
Director:Anson Williams
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Anson Williams
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#16 - The Father and the Son
S1:E141/19/2009
Ricky's father comes to town with some advice for him on how to be a parent.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#17 - 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.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#18 - Chocolate Cake
S1:E162/2/2009
Amy and Ricky consider adoption as a possible option. Meanwhile, George's co-worker shows interest in adopting Amy's baby.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#19 - 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."
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#20 - 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.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#21 - Money for Nothing, Chicks for Free
S1:E192/23/2009
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.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#22 - Maybe Baby
S1:E203/2/2009
Amy gets help from her friends on what to do about the baby.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#23 - Whoomp! (There It Is)
S1:E213/9/2009
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.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#24 - 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.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
0.0/10(0 votes)
#25 - 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.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
Be the first to start the conversation for this episode
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown

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 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Second Time Around".