Breaking Amish

All Episodes 2012 - 2014

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  • 2012-09-10T02:00:00Z
  • 1h
  • 1d 9h 46m (46 episodes)
  • Shannon Evangelista + 1 more, Eric Evangelista
  • United States
  • English
  • Hot Snakes Media
  • Documentary
In a world where "plain" is considered a compliment, TLC will pull back the curtains to reveal the strict traditions of the Amish/Mennonite religion and lifestyle as cameras follow five people who have chosen to leave it behind and explore the world outside of their community. Breaking Amish, premiering Sunday, Sept. 9 at 10|9c, provides a never-before-seen look inside the lives of young men and women as they, for the first time, trade horse and buggy with taxi cabs to break out from their respective Amish/Mennonite communities in their pursuit to chase big dreams in the Big Apple. The groundbreaking series features nine hour-long episodes. Breaking Amish will shed light on many firsts for the cast members. From flying in a plane and wearing jeans, to using a cell phone and electricity, the show will highlight their transition into city culture and the basic amenities that come with it. Unlike Rumspringa, these young men and women get serious about the possibility of committing to careers, lives and options for living indefinitely on the outside. But after these new experiences and the opportunity to live out dreams take flight, will they take advantage of New York and carry out their newfound lives while leaving behind the Amish/Mennonite community and their families forever? The decision to pack up their bags and leave town does not come without a hefty price. Breaking Amish will unveil the disenchantment of family members who are forced to shun their own children, siblings and grandchildren as they decide to explore a world beyond the limitations of their simple upbringing. Should these "rebellious" Amish/Mennonite members decide to forgo Western luxuries and return to their previous lifestyles, they risk the probability of being shunned by their community altogether -- including the family, friends and life they once knew so well.

56 episodes

2013-05-13T02:00:00Z

Special 1 Nothing to Lose

Special 1 Nothing to Lose

  • 2013-05-13T02:00:00Z1h

Abe, Rebecca, Jeremiah, Sabrina and Kate have all struggled to adapt to their new lifestyles after leaving the Amish and Mennonite communities; Jeremiah hatches a new plan to get the gang back together to redeem themselves.

The group reunites for the first time since leaving N.Y. but they are not prepared for life on the road in close quarters.

The cast finally makes it down to Florida but there is trouble in paradise as Jeremiah's visitor has an ulterior motive for showing up.

There is lingering sexual tension between Sabrina and Jeremiah. Unwanted guests come knocking in a new Florida home.

Sabrina gets a call from a private investigator with surprising new information about her biological family; Abe chases his dream of becoming a professional bull rider; Jeremiah bears the consequences of his affair.

A modeling gig in Miami offers Kate an escape from the others; Katie Ann has a surprise of her own; Jeremiah discovers shocking footage of Kate.

Sparks fly when Katie Ann decides to get a makeover and picks Kate over Abe and Rebecca to go with her. Sabrina tries to find her long lost family, and herself, in Puerto Rico with Jeremiah along for the ride. And Abe finally goes bull riding.

2013-07-01T02:00:00Z

Special 8 A Brother's Secret

Special 8 A Brother's Secret

  • 2013-07-01T02:00:00Z1h

Jeremiah comes back from Puerto Rico with a heavy heart and Sabrina makes a surprise decision about her future; an unexpected visitor from back home shows up to check on Mary and Katie Ann.

Series Premiere

2012-09-10T02:00:00Z

1x01 Jumping the Fence

Series Premiere

1x01 Jumping the Fence

  • 2012-09-10T02:00:00Z43m

The premiere of a reality series following five men and women from Amish and Mennonite communities as they seek the possibility of leaving their old lives behind for new ones in New York City, though they also run the risk of saying good-bye to their family and friends forever.

Romance may be in the offing as the newcomers adjust to life in New York City, but their fresh start also comes with an air of tension.

2012-09-24T02:00:00Z

1x03 Breaking All the Rules

1x03 Breaking All the Rules

  • 2012-09-24T02:00:00Z43m

The cast breaks Amish & Mennonite rules by buying "English" clothes and getting tattoos. The cast grows more comfortable in the city when they get wardrobe makeovers and tattoos, and Kate and Rebecca mull modeling careers, but surprise visits by Abe's and Rebecca's families could put an end to this experiment. Also, Jeremiah has his first driving lesson.

2012-10-01T02:00:00Z

1x04 New Beginnings

1x04 New Beginnings

  • 2012-10-01T02:00:00Z43m

Rebecca confronts a difficult episode from her past. Kate succumbs to the pressure of being shunned by her family. Sabrina tries to find out more about her ethnic background. Jeremiah continues his driving lessons with a different instructor.

2012-10-08T02:00:00Z

1x05 What Is Really Happening

1x05 What Is Really Happening

  • 2012-10-08T02:00:00Z43m

The cast disagrees about the good and bad of being Amish; Sabrina wants to connect to the Puerto Rican culture; Kate's DUI past starts to catch up to her.

2012-10-15T02:00:00Z

1x06 Good vs Evil

1x06 Good vs Evil

  • 2012-10-15T02:00:00Z43m

Kate, Sabrina, Abe and Rebecca visit the Sex Museum; Kate is in a bikini for her first photo shoot; Abe wants to take it to the next level with Rebecca; allegations of witchcraft.

2012-10-22T02:00:00Z

1x07 Final Days

1x07 Final Days

  • 2012-10-22T02:00:00Z43m

Kate finds she is ousted from the others. Sabrina learns the whereabouts of her biological father, though she and Jeremiah keep a secret from the rest. Rebecca reveals a part of her past that she is not really in the mood to discuss. The cast makes a tough decision while packing their bags

2012-10-29T02:00:00Z

1x08 Decision Time

1x08 Decision Time

  • 2012-10-29T02:00:00Z43m

The men and women go home to decide whether they will return to their communities or leave them behind for a new life, which may mean saying good-bye to their families and friends forever.

2012-11-05T03:00:00Z

1x09 Party Time

1x09 Party Time

  • 2012-11-05T03:00:00Z43m

Sabrina uncovers her late birth mother's letters. Kate begins to accept the reality of her situation. Abe and Rebecca plan their eventual wedding. Jeremiah and Sabrina plan bachelor and bachelorette parties respectively for the engaged.

2012-11-12T03:00:00Z

1x10 Finale

1x10 Finale

  • 2012-11-12T03:00:00Z43m

Cast members' tempers flare following pre-wedding parties. Abe and Rebecca get frustrated on wedding plans. Jeremiah is curious of how Sabrina feels about their relationship.

2012-11-15T03:00:00Z

1x11 The Shunning Truth (1)

1x11 The Shunning Truth (1)

  • 2012-11-15T03:00:00Z43m

NBC's Michelle Beadle interviews Abe, Rebecca, Kate, Jeremiah and Sabrina who confront one another about their time together in New York and set the records straight on accusations and allegations that have been made.

Season Finale

2012-11-19T03:00:00Z

1x12 The Shunning Truth (2)

Season Finale

1x12 The Shunning Truth (2)

  • 2012-11-19T03:00:00Z43m

During a reunion special, the cast addresses the rumors and allegations that have surfaced.

Season Premiere

2013-05-13T02:00:00Z

2x01 Nothing to Lose

Season Premiere

2x01 Nothing to Lose

  • 2013-05-13T02:00:00Z43m

Abe, Jeremiah, Rebecca, Sabrina, and Kate have all had a difficult time adjusting to their new lives since leaving the Amish and Mennonite communities. Jeremiah hatches a plan to get the gang back together and give them all a chance at redemption.

2013-05-20T02:00:00Z

2x02 Shunned and on the Run

2x02 Shunned and on the Run

  • 2013-05-20T02:00:00Z43m

The group reunites for the first time since leaving New York, but they are not prepared for life on the road in close quarters. Meanwhile, when the Bishop shows up unannounced back in Punxy, Abe's mother Mary is faced with the most difficult decision of her life.

2013-05-27T02:00:00Z

2x03 Facing Demons

2x03 Facing Demons

  • 2013-05-27T02:00:00Z43m

The cast has great expectations when they finally make it down to Florida, but there's trouble in paradise.Jeremiah's surprise visitor has an ulterior motive for showing up, and Kate comes to Sabrina's rescue when she gets caught in the middle

2013-06-03T02:00:00Z

2x04 Flirting With Disaster

2x04 Flirting With Disaster

  • 2013-06-03T02:00:00Z43m

Lingering sexual tension between Sabrina and Jeremiah raises some eyebrows, and the heat is on when Sabrina has a sudden confrontation with his ex. Hope for a fresh start in Florida takes a turn when unexpected and unwanted guests come knocking.

2013-06-10T02:00:00Z

2x05 What's the Beef?

2x05 What's the Beef?

  • 2013-06-10T02:00:00Z43m

Sabrina gets a call from a private investigator with surprising new information about her biological family. Abe chases his dream of becoming a professional bull rider and Jeremiah faces the consequences of his illicit affair.

2013-06-17T02:00:00Z

2x06 Forbidden Fruit

2x06 Forbidden Fruit

  • 2013-06-17T02:00:00Z43m

A surprise modeling gig in Miami offers Kate an escape from the others, or so she thinks. Katie Ann has a surprise of her own in store for Mary and a big decision about her future. Jeremiah discovers footage of Kate that leaves everyone in shock.

2013-06-24T02:00:00Z

2x07 Devil in a Red Dress

2x07 Devil in a Red Dress

  • 2013-06-24T02:00:00Z43m

Sparks fly when Katie Ann decides to get an "English" makeover and picks Kate over Abe and Rebecca to go with her. Sabrina tries to find her long lost family, and herself, in Puerto Rico with Jeremiah along for the ride. Abe finally goes bull riding.

Season Finale

2013-07-01T02:00:00Z

2x08 A Brother's Secret

Season Finale

2x08 A Brother's Secret

  • 2013-07-01T02:00:00Z43m

In the season finale Jeremiah comes back from Puerto Rico with a heavy heart and Sabrina makes a surprising decision about her future. An unexpected visitor from home shows up to check on Mary and Katie Ann. And the group finally make decisions about what's next.

2013-07-08T02:00:00Z

2x09 The Shunning Truth (1)

2x09 The Shunning Truth (1)

  • 2013-07-08T02:00:00Z42m

The cast gather for a two-part reunion special and ready to set the record straight in this explosive two-part reunion special hosted by NBC's Michelle Beadle. Plus sparks fly when the cast is brought face to face with two mystery guests.

2013-07-15T02:00:00Z

2x10 The Shunning Truth (2)

2x10 The Shunning Truth (2)

  • 2013-07-15T02:00:00Z41m

In part two of the reunion special host Michelle Beadle dives deeper into the complicated relationships the cast has with each other, their own families, and two surprise guests. Tensions rise as more shocking secrets are revealed.

2013-09-30T02:00:00Z

2x11 Redemption

2x11 Redemption

  • 2013-09-30T02:00:00Z1h

2013-09-30T02:00:00Z

2x12 The Shunning Truth

2x12 The Shunning Truth

  • 2013-09-30T02:00:00Z1h

Season Premiere

2013-07-22T02:00:00Z

3x01 Family Secrets

Season Premiere

3x01 Family Secrets

  • 2013-07-22T02:00:00Z43m

It's time for a new batch of Amish young adults to forge their own path, away from their history and community. Iva, Matt, Betsy, Devon and Lizzie head to LA.

2013-07-29T02:00:00Z

3x02 Exodus

3x02 Exodus

  • 2013-07-29T02:00:00Z43m

The group arrive in Los Angeles, and it doesn't take long for temptation to come calling. Meanwhile, Lizzie finds it difficult to keep a secret.

2013-08-05T02:00:00Z

3x03 Black Sheep

3x03 Black Sheep

  • 2013-08-05T02:00:00Z43m

A new member joins the group and wastes little time starting trouble, while Lizzie is surprised by an unexpected visitor whose presence requires her housemates' intervention.

2013-08-12T02:00:00Z

3x04 Metamorphosis

3x04 Metamorphosis

  • 2013-08-12T02:00:00Z43m

The time comes to take the plunge and trade in traditional Amish clothes for a modern English makeover. It is all cause for celebration, until things take an unexpected turn. All eyes are on Betsy as her behavior becomes increasingly suspicious.

2013-08-19T02:00:00Z

3x05 Exile

3x05 Exile

  • 2013-08-19T02:00:00Z43m

Betsy is confronted as more is revealed about what took place at the house one night behind closed doors. Iva calls on her boyfriend Sam to help her in a time of need, but gets a surprise of her own. And the group takes a spontaneous trip to Las Vegas.

2013-08-26T02:00:00Z

3x06 Sin City

3x06 Sin City

  • 2013-08-26T02:00:00Z43m

The group travels to Las Vegas. Matt is wary of temptation. Betsy plans to expose the truth.

2013-09-02T02:00:00Z

3x07 Judgment Day

3x07 Judgment Day

  • 2013-09-02T02:00:00Z43m

Tensions rise within the group. Matt starts an internship with a fashion designer. Devon's actions ruin Lizzie's surprise baby shower.

2013-09-09T02:00:00Z

3x08 Into the Fire

3x08 Into the Fire

  • 2013-09-09T02:00:00Z43m

Matt preaches forgiveness to a skeptical crowd. Betsy learns news that prompts a trip to Mexico. Matt delivers his first presentation in fashion.

2013-09-16T02:00:00Z

3x09 Paradise Lost

3x09 Paradise Lost

  • 2013-09-16T02:00:00Z43m

2013-09-23T02:00:00Z

3x10 Cast Off

3x10 Cast Off

  • 2013-09-23T02:00:00Z43m

Season Finale

2013-09-30T02:00:00Z

3x11 Redemption

Season Finale

3x11 Redemption

  • 2013-09-30T02:00:00Z43m

2013-09-30T02:00:00Z

3x12 The Shunning Truth

3x12 The Shunning Truth

  • 2013-09-30T02:00:00Z1h

Season Premiere

2014-09-19T02:00:00Z

4x01 Road Not Taken

Season Premiere

4x01 Road Not Taken

  • 2014-09-19T02:00:00Z43m

Miriam, Vonda, Barbie, Bates and Matthias—mulling a move to Brooklyn, where they will have to adjust to life in the city and wonder if they'll leave their rural communities forever.

2014-09-26T02:00:00Z

4x02 On the Run

4x02 On the Run

  • 2014-09-26T02:00:00Z43m

The group set out for New York City, but some find the past may be hard to leave behind.

4x03 Bright Lights, Big Sinners

  • 2014-10-03T02:00:00Z43m

The group stay in a hostel on their first night in Brooklyn, and spend the next day exploring New York City, including Times Square.

2014-10-10T02:00:00Z

4x04 House Divided

4x04 House Divided

  • 2014-10-10T02:00:00Z43m

The group visit Central Park and the Statue of Liberty to relax, but the mood is spoiled by an unexpected arrival. Meanwhile, Matthias mulls telling his wife about a recent transgression.

2014-10-17T02:00:00Z

4x05 Forgive and Forget

4x05 Forgive and Forget

  • 2014-10-17T02:00:00Z43m

Miriam tells Matt's wife the truth about their hookup and the group deals with the fall out. Meanwhile, Bates works on launching his acting career and Vonda tries online dating.

2014-10-24T02:00:00Z

4x06 Out With the Old

4x06 Out With the Old

  • 2014-10-24T02:00:00Z43m

The group decides to ditch their Amish clothes, but one of them goes missing. Miriam focuses on her dreams, Matt's marriage takes a drastic turn and Bates is blind-sided by his girlfriend back home.

2014-10-31T02:00:00Z

4x07 Make Things Right

4x07 Make Things Right

  • 2014-10-31T02:00:00Z43m

Matt and Bates go home to salvage their relationships with the women they love, but Bates begins to realize it may be too late and that his real family may be in New York.

2014-11-07T03:00:00Z

4x08 What Tomorrow May Bring

4x08 What Tomorrow May Bring

  • 2014-11-07T03:00:00Z43m

The Family is brought together by Miriam's return to New York, but not for long; Bates focuses on his acting career but misses his mother support.

2014-11-14T03:00:00Z

4x09 Seizing the Moment

4x09 Seizing the Moment

  • 2014-11-14T03:00:00Z43m

Matt's spirits are high after his first live musical performance, but his mood changes after hearing shocking news from Venus. Meanwhile, Vonda starts to get over her late boyfriend; and Bates mulls a life-altering decision.

Season Finale

2014-11-21T03:00:00Z

4x10 Light at the End of the Tunnel

Season Finale

4x10 Light at the End of the Tunnel

  • 2014-11-21T03:00:00Z43m

After returning home to face their new reality, the group struggles with their decisions to return Amish or stay in the English world.

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