SEASON TWO DVD OF MTV'S HIT SERIES "AWKWARD" AVAILABLE NOW EXCLUSIVELY ON AMAZON.COM

Two-Disc Set Features All 12 Episodes of the Critically Acclaimed Series Along with Special Features Including Webisodes, Behind-the-Scenes and More

All episodes also available digitally in HD through Amazon Instant Video

NEW YORK, N.Y. - October 17, 2012 -MTV today announced that the second season of the critically acclaimed international sensation "Awkward" is now available on DVD exclusively on Amazon.com. In addition to the 12 half-hour episodes, the second season of "Awkward" on DVD will offer exciting special features for fans, including webisodes, behind-the-scenes interviews, as well as cast interviews and more. "Awkward" will return on MTV for a third season in 2013.

Narrated in the first-person voice of the main character Jenna's blog posts, "Awkward" captures the humor within the struggles and experiences everyone can relate to from their formative years. The series picks up in the aftermath of the accident as she must deal with a new not-so-fun stigma, while at the same time managing the other daily drama that comes with being a teenager. From a secret relationship with a popular guy, to being undermined by a mean girl, and parents who just don't get it, Jenna's misfortune will eventually serve as the catalyst for amazing change, but it's not without some missteps and mishaps along the way. Season two of "Awkward" picks up in the aftermath of these momentous events, exploring the theme of resolution as Jenna begins to examine her relationships with her family, friends and the two guys she's torn between.

"Awkward" stars Ashley Rickards as Jenna, Beau Mirchoff as Matty, Molly Tarlov as Sadie, Jillian Rose Reed as Tamara, Brett Davern as Jake, Nikki DeLoach as Lacey, Desi Lydic as Valerie, Jessica Lu as Ming, Mike Faiola as Kevin and Greer Grammer as Lissa.

For more details about MTV's "Awkward" log onto MTV.com or like it on Facebook. To buy the DVD or view digitally through Amazon Instant Video visit www.amazon.com/SHORTURL.

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