Episode
The Secret Life of the American Teenager: Choices
Overview
Ricky takes time to track down his biological mother and confront her about his abusive childhood. Elsewhere, George wants to modernize his look by getting a makeover. Things are still tense between Adrian and Grace, and Jack breaks up with Madison after learning something about her. Also, Amy has a meltdown after a run-in with Ben, who is still trying to decide if he really wants her back.
Details
- Series
- The Secret Life of the American Teenager
- Season
- Season 2
- Episode
- Episode 21
- Air date
- 2010-03-01
- Runtime
- 60 min
Episode context
Choices is Episode 21 in Season 2 of The Secret Life of the American Teenager. It aired on 2010-03-01. The runtime is 60 min.
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