The BEST episodes of The Secret Life of the American Teenager season 5

Every episode of The Secret Life of the American Teenager season 5, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Secret Life of the American Teenager season 5!

After an unplanned teenage pregnancy, Amy Juergens must adjust to her new set of circumstances, as she deals with parents, siblings, peers and others.

Last Updated: 11/20/2024Network: ABC FamilyStatus: Ended
Hedy's Happy Holiday House
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8.24
92 votes

#1 - Hedy's Happy Holiday House

Season 5 - Episode 12 - Aired 11/19/2012

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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Half Over
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8.20
90 votes

#2 - Half Over

Season 5 - Episode 11 - Aired 8/27/2012

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

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Setting Things Straight
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8.18
87 votes

#3 - Setting Things Straight

Season 5 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/6/2012

Amy envies Ricky's life as a college student.

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Regrets
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8.15
87 votes

#4 - Regrets

Season 5 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/20/2012

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

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To Each Her Own
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8.12
84 votes

#5 - To Each Her Own

Season 5 - Episode 13 - Aired 3/18/2013

Amy and Ricky continue planning their wedding, so Amy buys her dress at a thrift store. The dress is a little worse for wear, but only Amy sees the potential to make it great. Meanwhile, Ricky is upset about the dress and Adrian thinks the dress reflects her feelings about getting married.

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Past History
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8.10
90 votes

#6 - Past History

Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/16/2012

Ricky begins college, where he reunites with an old pal from foster care. Elsewhere, Ben's legal troubles are behind him, but he still must face Leo's wrath; Ethan takes an interest in Kathy; and George makes a promise to Kathleen.

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I Do and I Don't...
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8.09
93 votes

#7 - I Do and I Don't...

Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/25/2012

Amy begins her senior year of high school and gives guidance to a new student, who's six months pregnant. Meanwhile, Ricky gets an opportunity to work for Leo full-time; Ben shares his feelings with Amy; Ricky and Amy watch a video of their wedding.

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Girlfriends
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8.01
87 votes

#8 - Girlfriends

Season 5 - Episode 7 - Aired 7/30/2012

Amy is displeased to see Kathy hanging out with a bad crowd.

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To Begin With...
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7.97
118 votes

#9 - To Begin With...

Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/11/2012

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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When Bad Things Happen to Bad People
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7.35
60 votes

#10 - When Bad Things Happen to Bad People

Season 5 - Episode 22 - Aired 5/20/2013

Adrian is devastated by Omar's decision and takes her pain out on Ricky and Jack. Ben refuses to give up on his dream of reuniting with Amy and makes a shocking confession to Alice. Ethan and Margaret have an honest conversation about his relationship with Kathy. Meanwhile, Clementine returns to town and pays Ricky a visit.

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Caught in a Trap
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7.34
64 votes

#11 - Caught in a Trap

Season 5 - Episode 23 - Aired 5/27/2013

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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Shiny and New
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7.31
64 votes

#12 - Shiny and New

Season 5 - Episode 16 - Aired 4/8/2013

Amy and Ricky's relationship grows increasingly strained when Amy decides she wants to tour a college in New York. Leo questions Ricky about his friendship with Clementine. Jack goes to extreme lengths to protect himself with potentially devastating consequences. Adrian is not happy when Omar goes on a business trip without her, especially when she learns that Amy is on the same flight. George's need to distance himself from Anne leads him down a new career path. Meanwhile, Cierra offers to tutor Ethan in math but his pride keeps him from accepting her help.

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It's a Miracle
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7.31
62 votes

#13 - It's a Miracle

Season 5 - Episode 14 - Aired 3/25/2013

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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Untying the Knot
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7.21
62 votes

#14 - Untying the Knot

Season 5 - Episode 15 - Aired 4/1/2013

Anne's anger toward George prompts her to call off Ricky and Amy's wedding, exposing the truth about their marital status to others. Meanwhile, Jack is reluctant to get the help he needs; Kathy and Chloe's newfound friendship worries Ethan.

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Money For Nothin
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7.19
63 votes

#15 - Money For Nothin

Season 5 - Episode 18 - Aired 4/22/2013

Ricky tries to find a way to support Amy's dream of going to Hudson University, despite everyone's reservations about their relationship. Amy worries about her future when her meeting with the college counselor doesn't go quite like she'd expected.

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Lies and Byes
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7.15
86 votes

#16 - Lies and Byes

Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/9/2012

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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Fraid So
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7.08
59 votes

#17 - Fraid So

Season 5 - Episode 17 - Aired 4/15/2013

George and Reverend Stone insist that Jack see a therapist, but it's Adrian's advice that ultimately persuades him to go. Ricky feels Amy's absence as he juggles taking care of John with his work and school responsibilities. Cathy is stunned when she learns that her ex-boyfriend wants to see their baby. Amy realizes that she doesn't want to lose Ricky. Meanwhile, Leo secures an important business account.

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Shotgun
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7.06
109 votes

#18 - Shotgun

Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/18/2012

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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Interference
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7.05
61 votes

#19 - Interference

Season 5 - Episode 19 - Aired 4/29/2013

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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Holy Rollers
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7.05
62 votes

#20 - Holy Rollers

Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/23/2012

Grace persuades her friends to attend church, but her plan doesn't come together as she expected.

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All My Sisters With Me
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7.03
68 votes

#21 - All My Sisters With Me

Season 5 - Episode 21 - Aired 5/13/2013

Amy, Adrian and Grace struggle to reconcile their pending marriages with their individual dreams. Anne begins to feel like an outsider in her own family but soon finds an unexpected ally in Kathleen. Kathy and Ethan get into a fight after Ethan questions the status of their relationship. Leo worries about Ben's obsession with Amy. Meanwhile, Chloe reconnects with someone from her past.

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First and Last
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6.95
66 votes

#22 - First and Last

Season 5 - Episode 20 - Aired 5/6/2013

Amy and Ricky announce they will get married the day after Amy graduates from high school, but everyone is skeptical that the wedding will actually happen. Grace and Jack announce their engagement, but it's soon clear that Grace is having second thoughts about her decision. George and Kathleen are distracted from their secret plans when their mothers arrive for unexpected visits, but they eventually include their families in a special surprise. Meanwhile, Ethan is jealous when Kathy agrees to help Brian prepare for the spelling bee.

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Thank You And Goodbye
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6.91
69 votes

#23 - Thank You And Goodbye

Season 5 - Episode 24 - Aired 6/3/2013

High school graduation is finally here, prompting everyone to reminisce about how much their lives have changed over the past few years. Amy's relationships with Ricky and Ben weigh heavily on her mind, while Grace contemplates Jack's place in her life. Meanwhile, Adrian is ecstatic when an unexpected visitor knocks on her door.

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Property Not For Sale
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6.63
87 votes

#24 - Property Not For Sale

Season 5 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/13/2012

Ben and Amy have a candid discussion about their relationship.

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