The Secret Life of the American Teenager (season 5)

The fifth and final season of The Secret Life of the American Teenager, an American television series created by Brenda Hampton, debuted on the ABC Family television network on Monday, June 11, 2012 at 8:00 PM. During its fourth season's hiatus, ABC Family announced on February 2, 2012, that the show would be renewed for a fifth season. The fifth season premiered on June 11, 2012, one week after the season 4 finale.

The Secret Life of the American Teenager
Season 5
Season 5 promotional image
Country of originUnited States
No. of episodes24
Release
Original networkABC Family
Original releaseJune 11, 2012 (2012-06-11) –
June 3, 2013 (2013-06-03)
Season chronology

On October 10, 2012, the network announced this will be the series' final season.[1]

Cast

Main

Special Guest Stars

Recurring

Episodes
See also: List of The Secret Life of the American Teenager episodes
No.
overall		No. in
season		TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air dateU.S. viewers
(millions)
981"To Begin With ..."Keith TruesdellBrenda Hampton & Elaine ArataJune 11, 2012 (2012-06-11)1.67[2]
When Amy and Ricky suddenly leave, suspicion arises that the two have gotten married. The school counselor gives Adrian her high school diploma and also tells her that Omar will be student teaching in the fall. Adrian empties her locker and leaves in a huff.
992"Shotgun"Gail BradleyBrenda HamptonJune 18, 2012 (2012-06-18)1.68[3]
Amy and Ricky return from their elopement; Grace shuns Adrian.
1003"I Do and I Don't"Keith TruesdellBrenda HamptonJune 25, 2012 (2012-06-25)1.56[4]
Leo offers Ricky full employment after his graduation; Amy is asked to advise a new student at her school; Anne finally comes out to Mimsy; Ben admits his love for Amy. This is the last appearance of Ashley Juergens.
1014"Lies and Byes"Gail BradleyBrenda HamptonJuly 9, 2012 (2012-07-09)1.25[5]
Ricky is tired of being pretend married to Amy. They look like they're happy when they got pretend married. Lauren and Madison plan to throw Amy and Ricky a wedding party. Ben confesses to burning down the school.
1025"Past History"Anson WilliamsBrenda Hampton, Kelley Turk, & Courtney TurkJuly 16, 2012 (2012-07-16)1.25[6]
When Ricky, Jack, and Adrian start their first day of college, Ricky runs into an old friend; Ben learns he is not responsible for the school fire. Madison and Lauren want to throw a wedding for Amy and they aren't the only ones. Kathy, a pregnant freshman that Amy has been mentoring, connects with Ricky's dislike foster brother Ethan.
1036"Holy Rollers"Lindsley Parsons IIIBrenda Hampton & Jeffrey RodgersJuly 23, 2012 (2012-07-23)1.52[7]
After an awkward meeting with George at church, Amy admits feeling that her family has broken apart. Ethan and Kathy continue to get to know each other.
1047"Girlfriends"Keith TruesdellBrenda Hampton & Paul PerloveJuly 30, 2012 (2012-07-30)1.13[8]
Kathy ends up in the wrong crowd when Amy tells her to make new friends.
1058"Setting Things Straight"Gail BradleyBrenda Hampton & Elaine ArataAugust 6, 2012 (2012-08-06)1.10[9]
When Amy notices an extremely happy Ricky meeting new friends that she doesn't know at college, she starts to get jealous of his busy and exciting life as a college student, causing a few problems in their relationship.
1069"Property Not For Sale"Keith TruesdellBrenda Hampton & Elaine ArataAugust 13, 2012 (2012-08-13)1.06[10]
Ben and Amy discuss their feelings on the relationship they share.
10710"Regrets"Gail BradleyBrenda Hampton & Elaine ArataAugust 20, 2012 (2012-08-20)1.41[11]
Adrian and Omar contemplate living together and Anne starts planning for Amy's wedding. Both Ben and Amy are accepted into Hudson University.
10811"Half Over"Anson WilliamsBrenda HamptonAugust 27, 2012 (2012-08-27)1.54[12]
The whole gang gathers at the hospital waiting to hear news on Jack after he is attacked. Adrian tells Omar about Mercy. Tension runs tight between Amy and Ricky who are questioning their marriage. The episode ends with Jack's parents crying and asking everyone to pray with them, leaving the viewer unsure of Jack's fate.
10912"Hedy's Happy Holiday House"Keith TruesdellBrenda HamptonNovember 19, 2012 (2012-11-19)1.59[13]
The gang find themselves celebrating the holidays at an abandoned toy warehouse, when Kathy suddenly goes into labor. Meanwhile, Grace wishes for a Christmas miracle with Jack, who is in a coma. A private moment between George and Kathleen is interrupted by a surprise visit from Anne and Mimsy.
11013"To Each Her Own"Lindsley Parsons IIIBrenda HamptonMarch 18, 2013 (2013-03-18)1.33[14]
Amy buys her wedding dress at a thrift shop, a purchase that meets with disapproval from others. Meanwhile, Anne begins to question Robbie's paternity; and Kathy is unsure if she wants to return home to Texas, so Ethan has a request for her parents.
11114"It's a Miracle"Keith TruesdellBrenda Hampton & Elaine ArataMarch 25, 2013 (2013-03-25)1.19[15]
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.
11215"Untying the Knot"Gail BradleyBrenda Hampton & Jeffrey RodgersApril 1, 2013 (2013-04-01)1.00[15]
Anne is furious with George for lying about Robie's paternity and calls off Amy and Ricky's wedding, inadvertently revealing the truth about their non-marriage. Jack refuses to get help as he struggles to come to terms with everything he's been through. Nora encourages George to work things out with Anne. Meanwhile, Ethan is not happy when Kathy and Chloe become friends.
11316"Shiny and New"Gail BradleyPaul PerloveApril 8, 2013 (2013-04-08)0.90[15]
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, Kathy offers to tutor Ethan in math but his pride keeps him from accepting her help.
11417"Fraid So"Anson WilliamsKelley Turk & Courtney TurkApril 15, 2013 (2013-04-15)1.04[15]
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. Kathy is stunned when she learns that her ex-boyfriend Don wants to see their baby. Amy realizes that she doesn't want to lose Ricky. Meanwhile, Leo secures an important business account.
11518"Money for Nothin"Lindsley Parsons IIIBrenda Hampton & Elaine ArataApril 22, 2013 (2013-04-22)1.03[15]
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. Adrian is furious when Omar asks her to move to New York. Jack considers suing the university for failing to prevent his attack. Meanwhile, Ethan is determined to learn the real reason Don is in town.
11619"Interference"Keith TruesdellBrenda Hampton & Elaine ArataApril 29, 2013 (2013-04-29)0.88[15]
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
11720"First and Last"Gail BradleyBrenda Hampton & Elaine ArataMay 6, 2013 (2013-05-06)0.89[15]
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.
11821"All My Sisters With Me"Keith TruesdellBrenda Hampton & Jeffrey RodgersMay 13, 2013 (2013-05-13)0.89[15]
Amy, Adrian and Grace think about career dreams and marriage; Ricky gets upset when he discovers the meaning behind the date Amy selected for their wedding day. Meanwhile, Anne feels disconnected from her family and finds an ally with Kathleen; Ethan questions his relationship with Kathy; Leo worries that Ben has become fixated on Amy; And Chloe meets someone from her past.
11922"When Bad Things Happen to Bad People"Gail BradleyBrenda Hampton & Elaine ArataMay 20, 2013 (2013-05-20)0.99[15]
Ricky and Amy are offered an apartment in New York, but Amy doesn't want to live in the same building as Ben. 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.
12023"Caught in a Trap"[16]Keith TruesdellBrenda Hampton & Elaine ArataMay 27, 2013 (2013-05-27)0.85[15]
Ricky suspects that Amy is hiding something and confronts her about their future. Ricky learns that Anne tried to convince Amy to go to New York without him. 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.
12124"Thank You And Goodbye"Gail BradleyBrenda HamptonJune 3, 2013 (2013-06-03)1.50[17]
High school graduation is finally here, prompting everyone to reminisce about how much their lives have changed over the past few years. In the end, Amy and Ricky break up their engagement and decide that Ricky will raise John while Amy is away in college. Grace and Jack also break up their engagement and Jack realizes that he still has feelings for Madison. Adrian decides to move to New York to be with Omar while Ben decides to still fight for Amy while they are in New York. The series ends with a now single Amy leaving John and Ricky and locking the door to the butcher shop, and Ricky telling John, "And she lived happily ever after." In his bed time story, referring to Amy and kisses his head as he says, "And so will we.".[18]

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