Breaking Amish

Temptations abound as a group of young Amish explore life beyond their Amish culture. Ultimately, they will make the biggest decision of their lives – to remain Amish/Mennonite or become English and face the consequences of being shunned by their family and friends.

Documentary

Breaking Amish

Documentary

Created By: Shannon EvangelistaEric Evangelista
First Aired on: Sep 09, 2012
Popularity: 8.6174: 13 votes
Networks: (US)
Production: Hot Snakes Media (US)
Status: Ended: Show Ended

Seasons & episodes

Total 4 seasons, 41 episodes

Season 1

Aired 13 years ago

12 Episodes

Episode 1Jumping the Fence43 min
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.
Episode 2What Have We Gotten Ourselves Into?43 min
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.
Episode 3Black Sheep43 min
An unexpected visitor enters the house demanding to see Lizzie; another late comer joins the group.
Episode 4Metamorphosis43 min
Trading traditional Amish clothes for a modern English makeover; Betsy's behavior grows more suspicious.
Episode 5What Is Really Happening43 min
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.