Show/Game Show★ New
Duration
60 minutes
Series Info
Season 1 Episode 3 of 8

Quick Summary

Amber Portwood, a pregnant teenager from Indiana, finds her relationship with boyfriend Gary Shirley under strain. Their difficulties are amplified by the disapproval that follows the announcement of her pregnancy, and the couple must navigate the resulting tension as they confront the negative reactions.

About This Program

"Amber" is a programme presented in an episode format. It centres on a young woman from Indiana who discovers she is expecting, and follows the events that unfold around her and those close to her. The series is titled after its main character, Amber, and is structured as a single‑episode narrative. The storyline follows Amber Portwood as she learns she is pregnant and navigates the resulting strain on her relationship with her boyfriend, Gary Shirley. Their partnership is tested when the news of the pregnancy is met with disapproval, creating tension and uncertainty for both of them. The episode concentrates on how Amber and Gary cope with the pressure that arises from external judgement. Their attempts to maintain their bond are constantly challenged by the negative reactions they encounter, which heighten the emotional stakes of their situation. Throughout the broadcast, viewers see the pair confronting the difficulties that accompany an unplanned pregnancy in a small community. Their journey reflects the complexities of young love under scrutiny, and the narrative tracks how they respond to the disapproval that surrounds them.

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16 and Pregnant broadcasts on MTV at 12:00pm, Sunday, 1 February 2026.

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Production Details

Runtime60 mins