Born This Way
TV Show · Reality

Honesty, humour and heart are at the centre of this original documentary series, 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.

2015 · 41m
Starring Sean McElwee, Rachel Osterbach, John Tucker
Director Laura Korkoian

Season 1

  • Up Syndrome
    EPISODE 1
    Up Syndrome
    Seven young men with Down's syndrome meet at a local recreation centre and find that they have much more in common than they ever imagined. The cameras follow this dynamic group of friends as they pursue their dreams.
    39 min
  • What's Normal?
    EPISODE 2
    What's Normal?
    Concerns are raised about Elena's behaviour after she has an altercation with Rachel. Angel wants to take his relationship with girlfriend Cristina to the next level and Sean's parents realise their son is ready to become more independent.
    39 min
  • Dream Makers
    EPISODE 3
    Dream Makers
    Megan reveals her desire to have a baby, and mother Kris must explain that it's one dream she may need to reconsider.
    39 min
  • Love and Chromosomes
    EPISODE 4
    Love and Chromosomes
    Sean's search for love tests his friendships and a lecture prompts the parents to plan for their children's welfare after they are gone.
    39 min
  • Fears and Gears
    EPISODE 5
    Fears and Gears
    An invitation from singer Adam Lambert may help Rachel's fears of big events, and Kris wonders if Megan is ready to be independent.
    40 min
  • Don't Limit Me
    EPISODE 6
    Don't Limit Me
    Elena struggles to accept herself, and Cristina's boyfriend plans a very special surprise. As the summer comes to an end, Megan has to say goodbye to her new friends.
    38 min

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Cast & Crew

  • L‌K
    Laura Korkoian
    Director
  • Jonathan Murray
    Producer
  • L‌K
    Laura Korkoian
    Producer
  • Gil Goldschein
    Producer
  • B‌H
    Barry Hennessey
    Producer
  • Sean McElwee
    Guest Star
  • R‌O
    Rachel Osterbach
    Guest Star
  • J‌T
    John Tucker
    Guest Star
  • H‌A
    Hiromi Ashmore
    Guest Star
  • S‌A
    Stephen Ashmore
    Guest Star
  • K‌B
    Kris Bomgaars
    Guest Star

About

Born This Way

Reality

Honesty, humour and heart are at the centre of this original documentary series, 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.

Information

Studio
A&E
Released
2015
Region of Origin
United States
© 2015 A+E Networks. All Rights Reserved.

Languages

Original Audio
English (United Kingdom), English
Audio

English (United States) (AAC)

Subtitles

English (CC)

Accessibility

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