TV Show

Switched at Birth

The story of two teenage girls who discover they were accidentally switched as newborns in the hospital. Bay Kennish grew up in a wealthy family with two parents and a brother, while Daphne Vasquez, who lost her hearing at an early age due to a case of meningitis, grew up with a single mother in a working-class neighborhood. Things come to a dramatic head when both families meet and struggle to learn how to live together for the sake of the girls.

TV Show Stats +8%

5 seasons

103 episodes total

Status

Ended

First Aired

2011

Rating

TV Show

7.5/10

208 votes • HD

Season 1

30 episodes
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This Is Not a Pipe
Episode 1

This Is Not a Pipe

Episode 1 • Jun 06, 2011

In the series premiere of this drama, a hospital error that involved sending two newborns home with the wrong families is uncovered years later, when the girls are teenagers. The girls went on to lead very different lives: Artistic Bay Kennish (Vanessa Marano) grew up in a world of privilege, while athletic Daphne Vasquez (Katie Lecleric) was raised by a single mother and contracted an illness that left her deaf at a young age.

8.6
43m
American Gothic
Episode 2

American Gothic

Episode 2 • Jun 13, 2011

Kathryn questions why Regina isn't joining in the lawsuit against the hospital. Meanwhile, Daphne goes out with Liam and encounters new difficulties dating a hearing person; and Bay finds a kindred spirit in Ty, who hails from Daphne's old neighborhood.

8.5
43m
Portrait of My Father
Episode 3

Portrait of My Father

Episode 3 • Jun 20, 2011

Bay becomes curious about her birth father. Meanwhile, Kathryn deals with her nosy neighbors; and John takes an interest in Daphne's basketball games and meets Melody (Marlee Matlin), a friend of Regina's who works at Daphne's school.

7.4
43m
Dance Amongst Daggers
Episode 4

Dance Amongst Daggers

Episode 4 • Jun 27, 2011

Kathryn hosts a fund-raiser for Buckner Hall, and Toby's band provides the evening's entertainment. Meanwhile, Daphne is crushed to find out that she's been dating Bay's ex-boyfriend; and John and Melody's new friendship makes Kathryn uneasy.

8.5
43m
Dogs Playing Poker
Episode 5

Dogs Playing Poker

Episode 5 • Jul 04, 2011

Kathryn and John insist on having Ty over for dinner after they learn that Bay has been seeing him secretly. Elsewhere, Toby asks Daphne and Emmett to help him win a poker game, which puts Daphne in an uncomfortable position.

9.3
43m
The Persistence of Memory
Episode 6

The Persistence of Memory

Episode 6 • Jul 11, 2011

Daphne struggles to keep up with a cooking class at Buckner Hall. Elsewhere, Bay and Emmett grow close while looking for clues about Bay's biological father; and Toby and Wilke try to break into school to swipe a test.

9.0
43m
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Season 2

21 episodes
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The Door to Freedom
Episode 1

The Door to Freedom

Episode 1 • Jan 07, 2013

In the second-season opener, a newly wealthy Angelo buys expensive presents for everyone. Meanwhile, John and Kathryn contemplate entering the political arena; Bay faces cheating accusations; and Daphne lands in hot water because of Jeff.

9.0
43m
The Awakening Conscience
Episode 2

The Awakening Conscience

Episode 2 • Jan 14, 2013

Bay enrolls in an experimental program at Carlton for siblings of deaf students. Elsewhere, Toby embarks on a romance with Nikki, but then he pulls back after he finds a distasteful picture of her on the Internet; and Regina learns about Angelo's baby.

7.3
43m
Duel Between Two Women
Episode 3

Duel Between Two Women

Episode 3 • Jan 21, 2013

Melody hosts a tolerance retreat after tension builds between the hearing and deaf students at Carlton. Elsewhere, Kathryn's remarks during a radio interview may jeopardize John's campaign; and Regina gets some alarming health news.

9.0
43m
Dressing for the Charade
Episode 4

Dressing for the Charade

Episode 4 • Jan 28, 2013

Bay adjusts to the changing nature of her relationship with Angelo; Daphne considers taking the next step with Travis.

9.0
43m
The Acquired Inability to Escape
Episode 5

The Acquired Inability to Escape

Episode 5 • Feb 04, 2013

Daphne feels uncomfortable around Travis; Kathryn tries to get closer to Bay by volunteering to work at Carlton.

9.0
43m
Human/Need/Desire
Episode 6

Human/Need/Desire

Episode 6 • Feb 11, 2013

Bay hosts an anti-Valentine's Day party, where Noah and Travis get into a fight. Meanwhile, Angelo and Lana call a temporary truce; and Regina disagrees with the Kennishes on how to deal with a situation concerning Daphne's food truck.

9.5
43m
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Season 3

22 episodes
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Drowning Girl
Episode 1

Drowning Girl

Episode 1 • Jan 13, 2014

In the third-season opener, the girls begin their senior year at Carlton, where Toby takes on a coaching position. Meanwhile, Kathryn befriends a tap dancer; Daphne starts her probation work at a free clinic; and Bay's new art teacher inspires her.

9.0
43m
Your Body is a Battleground
Episode 2

Your Body is a Battleground

Episode 2 • Jan 20, 2014

Bay strives to impress her art teacher while she struggles with her commitment to field hockey. Elsewhere, Campbell assists Daphne when she makes an error at the clinic; Kathryn invites Renzo home for dinner; and Emmett investigates a vandalism problem.

9.5
43m
Fountain
Episode 3

Fountain

Episode 3 • Jan 27, 2014

Bay assists her art teacher at a gallery and hopes to get a letter of recommendation in return. Elsewhere, Daphne struggles to befriend Sharee; and Regina's latest business opportunity puts her in an awkward position.

9.5
43m
It Hurts to Wait With Love If Love Is Somewhere Else
Episode 4

It Hurts to Wait With Love If Love Is Somewhere Else

Episode 4 • Feb 03, 2014

Daphne searches for a patient she accidentally let leave. Meanwhile, Bay discovers that Emmett is dating again; Jorge wants Daphne to accompany him to a family gathering; and Regina and Angelo have a discussion about business.

9.0
43m
Have You Really the Courage?
Episode 5

Have You Really the Courage?

Episode 5 • Feb 10, 2014

John bonds with Nikki's mom while they help Toby move into his new apartment. Elsewhere, Kathryn goes to New York City to pitch an idea for a second book; Bay suspects that Tank has a crush on her; and Daphne worries about Sharee's home life.

9.5
43m
The Scream
Episode 6

The Scream

Episode 6 • Feb 17, 2014

Daphne plans a birthday bash for Campbell. Meanwhile, Kathryn hosts a murder-mystery party, where she and John uncover surprises about one another; and Bay wants to score an invite to Tank's fraternity luau.

9.5
43m
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Season 4

20 episodes
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And It Cannot Be Changed
Episode 1

And It Cannot Be Changed

Episode 1 • Jan 06, 2015

With both Emmett and Daphne heading off to college, Bay finds that taking the blame for Daphne may be harder than she thought.

9.5
43m
Bracing The Waves
Episode 2

Bracing The Waves

Episode 2 • Jan 13, 2015

Daphne struggles with the speed and depth of her coursework.

9.5
43m
I Lock The Door Upon Myself
Episode 3

I Lock The Door Upon Myself

Episode 3 • Jan 20, 2015

Bay's current status may prevent her from qualifying for the Kansas City Artist Showcase.

9.5
43m
We Were So Close That Nothing Use to Stand Between Us
Episode 4

We Were So Close That Nothing Use to Stand Between Us

Episode 4 • Jan 27, 2015

Bay feels pressured to maximize her short time with Emmett when he comes for a surprise visit.

9.0
43m
At the First Clear Word
Episode 5

At the First Clear Word

Episode 5 • Feb 03, 2015

After a night of drinking with her friend Tank (guest star Max Adler, “Glee”), Bay wakes to find that she doesn’t remember all the details of the night. She tries to piece together the events of the evening, but as she speaks with different people about the situation, what really happened may not be so clear.

8.5
43m
Black and Gray
Episode 6

Black and Gray

Episode 6 • Feb 10, 2015

A private matter goes public for Bay, leading to an investigation by the university.

9.0
43m
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Season 5

10 episodes
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The Call
Episode 1

The Call

Episode 1 • Jan 31, 2017

Daphne and Bay are so enthralled with China that they stay longer than anticipated, but after 10 months, they get an emergency call and drop everything to return home. Once there, Daphne tries to integrate herself back into campus life but finds that things have changed without her. Bay is mixed up about her feelings towards Emmett who is struggling with his own problems. Meanwhile, Kathryn and John quarrel over her job and Regina feels guilty about a secret tryst.

8.3
43m
This Has to Do With Me
Episode 2

This Has to Do With Me

Episode 2 • Feb 07, 2017

After a photo of Daphne and Mingo dressed up as their favorite singers at a college costume party goes viral, the pair find themselves caught up in a controversy that escalates into a discussion of race relations and free speech. Bay seeks a job at the tattoo parlor in town. Kathryn and John court a new shortstop for the UMKC baseball team, while Regina and Luca work on a class project together.

8.0
43m
Surprise
Episode 3

Surprise

Episode 3 • Feb 14, 2017

Returning from London for a visit, Toby and Lily reveal their plans to get married in the Kennish backyard. But a fight before the wedding may tear them apart before they can say “I do.” Regina must decide whether to reveal her relationship with Luca to the family. When she least expects it, Bay runs into Tank again.

8.5
43m
Relation of Lines and Colors
Episode 4

Relation of Lines and Colors

Episode 4 • Feb 21, 2017

Daphne and Sharee are horrified to stumble upon a racist display at the Black Student Union on campus. When the perpetrators are given minimal punishment, Iris starts a hunger strike in protest. Daphne receives an anonymous threat and Sharee grows frustrated with how the school is handling the situation. Emmett invites Bay to help him with an art project, causing friction with Travis who’s already upset that John seems ready to replace him on the baseball team.

8.5
43m
Occupy Truth
Episode 5

Occupy Truth

Episode 5 • Feb 28, 2017

With tensions running at an all-time high, the Black Student Union takes a stand against the university administration until their demands are heard. Told in three chapters from the varying perspectives of Sharee, Iris and Chris, the students deal with their frustrations in different ways. Iris pledges to continue her hunger strike until the students responsible for a racist display outside the Black Student Union are expelled, but her commitment has consequences on her health. Sharee faces the pain of her own past as she tries to gather signatures and rally more students to get involved. Chris is torn between wanting to dazzle several baseball scouts at an upcoming game and standing with his fellow students to show solidarity.

6.5
43m
Four Ages in Life
Episode 6

Four Ages in Life

Episode 6 • Mar 07, 2017

Daphne takes a volunteer job at a clinic for extra credit and comes face-to-face with her old mentor, Dr. Jackson. While eager to mend fences with him, she grows alarmed when it becomes obvious he’s having trouble properly treating his patients. Mingo leads the annual “Kangaroo Krawl,” but Daphne sees his foolhardy behavior as a reaction to the regretful costume party incident. Bay finds Noelle is plagiarizing her work and uses the discovery to negotiate her own chair. John and Kathryn make an effort to rekindle their romance. Regina is put in a precarious situation when she decides to expand her business.

8.7
43m
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