Born This Way
Honesty, humor and heart are at the center of A&E's original docuseries, which highlights the outgoing personalities and amazing abilities of seven young adults born with Down syndrome. Hourlong episodes follow the Southern California residents as they pursue passions and dreams, explore friendships and romantic relationships, and generally defy society's expectations. The series also allows the parents to talk about the joy their children bring to their family, and the challenges they face in helping them live as independently as possible. The cast includes avid sportsman and self-professed ladies' man Sean; entertainer John; school employee Cristina; and budding entrepreneur Megan.
- Metascore81
- 2015-2019
- 4 seasons
- A+E Networks
- Comedy, Drama, Reality
- TV-PG
Honesty, humor and heart are at the center of A&E's original docuseries, which highlights the outgoing personalities and amazing abilities of seven young adults born with Down syndrome. Hourlong episodes follow the Southern California residents as they pursue passions and dreams, explore friendships and romantic relationships, and generally defy society's expectations. The series also allows the parents to talk about the joy their children bring to their family, and the challenges they face in helping them live as independently as possible. The cast includes avid sportsman and self-professed ladies' man Sean; entertainer John; school employee Cristina; and budding entrepreneur Megan.
Season 4 Episode Guide
7 Episodes 2018
Episode 1
Pursuit of Happiness
Wed, Aug 15, 2018 42 mins
The friends spread their wings and fly; Cristina and Angel announce the date of their wedding; Rachel asks Megan to be her roommate; John takes the necessary steps toward getting his driver's license; Sean is determined to get a tattoo.
Episode 2
Till Dress Do Us Part
Wed, Aug 15, 2018 42 mins
While picking out a wedding dress, powerful emotions are brought up for Cristina and Bea, forcing them to examine the advisability of her upcoming marriage; Elena desires to take her relationship with William to the next level, but an embarrassing family dinner threatens to derail it all; On a journey to health and wellness, Megan and John visit the Chopra Center, where both amusement and self-discovery ensue.
Episode 3
Don't Limit Kitty
Wed, Aug 22, 2018 42 mins
Cristina and Angel meet with their wedding planner and learn the art of compromise; Rachel celebrates her birthday in Vegas surrounded by friends and family; Megan searches for an additional source of income to further her goal of financial independence and grow her "Megpire."
Episode 4
Home Alone
Wed, Aug 22, 2018 42 mins
Megan and Rachel make the big move into their new place, which presents its fair share of trials and tribulations.
Episode 5
One Small Step
Wed, Aug 29, 2018 42 mins
Megan and Rachel adjust to living independently while Kris and Laurie struggle to let go; Amy looks to Kris and Laurie for guidance as the Kellers start to teach Rocco independence; Sean finds comfort in his relationship with Caley, all the while, he and Sandra have conflicting ideas on how to run his t-shirt business, "Seanese."
Episode 6
Joyride
Wed, Aug 29, 2018 42 mins
With the help of some cute fireman and a self-defense class, Rachel and Megan learn to stay safe while living alone; They celebrate their independence with a no drama party; John and Steven get behind the wheel at last.
Episode 7
Our Best Friend's Wedding
Wed, Sep 5, 2018 84 mins
Cristina and Angel's wedding date quickly approaches; A nervous Cristina reaffirms her commitment to Angel by surprising him with a gift, while Angel takes lessons on being a good husband and prepares to move in with Cristina; And finally, the big day arrives.