The Secret Life of the American Teenager

10 Best Episodes of The Secret Life of the American Teenager - Season 1

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.

Written by Sophie and last updated on jan 24, 2023.

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The Secret Life of the American Teenager - S1E12

#15 - The Secret Wedding of the American Teenager (Season 1 - Episode 12)

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

The episode was rated 7.70 from 50 votes.

The Secret Life of the American Teenager - S1E14

#14 - The Father and the Son (Season 1 - Episode 14)

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

The episode was rated 7.74 from 46 votes.

The Secret Life of the American Teenager - S1E11

#13 - Just Say No (Season 1 - Episode 11)

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.

The episode was rated 7.75 from 44 votes.

The Secret Life of the American Teenager - S1E13

#12 - Baked Nevada (Season 1 - Episode 13)

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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.

The episode was rated 7.76 from 50 votes.

The Secret Life of the American Teenager - S1E18

#11 - Making Up Is Hard To Do (Season 1 - Episode 18)

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

The episode was rated 7.77 from 43 votes.

The Secret Life of the American Teenager - S1E9

#10 - Slice of Life (Season 1 - Episode 9)

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

The episode was rated 7.80 from 51 votes.

The Secret Life of the American Teenager - S1E17

#9 - Unforgiven (Season 1 - Episode 17)

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."

The episode was rated 7.86 from 37 votes.

The Secret Life of the American Teenager - S1E5

#8 - What Have You Done to Me? (Season 1 - Episode 5)

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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.

The episode was rated 7.88 from 60 votes.

The Secret Life of the American Teenager - S1E16

#7 - Chocolate Cake (Season 1 - Episode 16)

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

The episode was rated 7.95 from 38 votes.

The Secret Life of the American Teenager - S1E15

#6 - That's Enough of That (Season 1 - Episode 15)

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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.

The episode was rated 8.00 from 46 votes.

The Secret Life of the American Teenager - S1E20

#5 - Maybe Baby (Season 1 - Episode 20)

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

The episode was rated 8.08 from 36 votes.

The Secret Life of the American Teenager - S1E10

#4 - Back to School Special (Season 1 - Episode 10)

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

The episode was rated 8.09 from 46 votes.

The Secret Life of the American Teenager - S1E22

#3 - One Night at Band Camp (Season 1 - Episode 22)

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.

The episode was rated 8.10 from 41 votes.

The Secret Life of the American Teenager - S1E23

#2 - And Unto Us, A Child Is Born (Season 1 - Episode 23)

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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.

The episode was rated 8.23 from 43 votes.

The Secret Life of the American Teenager - S1E21

#1 - Whoomp! (There It Is) (Season 1 - Episode 21)

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.

The episode was rated 8.28 from 36 votes.

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