Seasons & Episodes
Pilot
When Rory is accepted to attend a prestigious prep school, Lorelai must swallow her pride and ask her wealthy parents fo
The Lorelais' First Day at Chilton
Rory's first day at Chilton doesn't go smoothly: First, Lorelai's attire offends Emily and the headmaster; then Rory mee
Kill Me Now
When Rory and Richard bond during a day of golf at the club, Lorelai feels jealous of Rory's deepening connection with h
The Deer Hunters
After Rory receives a bad grade on her English paper, Lorelai helps her cram for a big Shakespeare exam – but catastro
Cinnamon's Wake
Lorelai admits she has feelings for someone. Meanwhile, Rory has a budding relationship of her own that is moving forwar
Rory's Birthday Parties
Rory clashes with Emily when Emily plans a formal birthday party for her. Meanwhile, Lorelai organizes a casual get-toge
Kiss and Tell
Rory shares a romantic moment with Dean, but doesn't tell Lorelai. When Lorelai hears about it from Mrs. Kim, she invite
Love and War and Snow
Snow strands Rory at her grandparents' home, while Lorelai spends the day with her beau. Meanwhile, Lane misses Rory and
Rory's Dance
Rory attends her first dance with Dean but they get home late, causing Emily and Lorelai to fight over Lorelai's motheri
Forgiveness and Stuff
Misfortune strikes at the Gilmores' Christmas party. Dean assures Lorelai that nothing improper happened the night he an
Paris is Burning
After Paris causes a scandal by exposing the relationship between a parent and a teacher, she is confronted.
Double Date
Lorelai goes on a hellish double date with Sookie, Jackson and Jackson's odd cousin. Meanwhile, Rory double dates with D
Concert Interruptus
Trouble ensues when Rory takes her friends to a Bangles concert in New York. Lorelai learns something about Luke's roman
That Damn Donna Reed
Rory and Dean argue about women's roles after watching "The Donna Reed Show." Emily makes Lorelai face her feelings.
Christopher Returns
Rory's father returns, causing tension in Emily and Richard's house – and forcing Lorelai to make a big decision about
Star-Crossed Lovers and Other Strangers
Rory and Dean celebrate their three-month anniversary, but things don't go as planned. Luke's ex-girlfriend Rachel arriv
The Breakup, Part 2
After recent events, Rory keeps busy, refusing to give in to self-pity. Meanwhile, Stars Hollow's residents rally around
The Third Lorelai
When Lorelai's grandmother offers a trust fund for Rory's education, Emily fears losing contact with a financially indep
Emily in Wonderland
Emily is horrified when she sees the place where Lorelai and Rory first lived, so she sets out to create a perfect bedro
P.S. I Lo...
Still upset over recent events, Rory becomes angry with Lorelai, who didn't tell her that she is dating again.
Love, Daisies and Troubadours
Rory finally tells Dean the truth about how she feels about him. Sensing something between Lorelai and Luke, Rachel make
Sadie, Sadie...
Lorelai makes a big decision, but when Emily hears about it from someone else, she's hurt and angry that Lorelai didn't
Hammers and Veils
Rory's sudden flurry of extracurricular activity strains her relationship with Dean. Emily is cold when Lorelai finally
Red Light on the Wedding Night
During a wild party, Lorelai impulsively calls someone, and their conversation gives her second thoughts about her plans
The Road Trip to Harvard
With her big plans canceled, Lorelai is eager to escape the reactions of everyone in Stars Hollow, so she and Rory take
Nick & Nora/Sid & Nancy
Lorelai tries to dissuade Luke from allowing his relative to live with him. Rory finds herself attracted to another boy.
Presenting Lorelai Gilmore
Rory surprises everyone by agreeing to make her debut at a ball, and Lorelai finds herself attracted to a changed man.
Like Mother, Like Daughter
Advised to become more social at Chilton, Rory winds up in the most popular school clique, while Lorelai helps with a fu
The Ins and Outs of Inns
Lorelai and Sookie have the first fight of their long friendship when Lorelai panics and decides their dream of opening
Run Away, Little Boy
When Rory and her classmate Tristan are cast as Romeo and Juliet in a school play, a jealous Dean insists on attending e
The Bracebridge Dinner
While Rory struggles to keep the budding rivalry between Dean and Jess under control, Lorelai invites most of Stars Holl
Secrets and Loans
Lorelai can't afford to repair her home's extensive termite damage but becomes angry when Rory involves Emily, who again
Richard in Stars Hollow
Newly retired Richard is driving Emily crazy, so Lorelai agrees to take her father for a day in Stars Hollow, where he a
A-Tisket, A-Tasket
The annual Stars Hollow Picnic Basket Auction causes romantic complications when Jess outbids Dean to win a picnic lunch
It Should've Been Lorelai
Christopher brings a visitor to Stars Hollow who wants to get to know Rory. Emily is furious that Lorelai isn't trying t
Lost & Found
Rory panics when she realizes she's lost the bracelet Dean made for her. When Lorelai spots someone in Rory's room, she
There's the Rub
Lorelai and Emily's weekend at a spa doesn't go as planned. Meanwhile, Rory's night alone becomes difficult when Paris,
Dead Uncles & Vegetables
Lorelai and Rory help out at the diner while Luke makes funeral arrangements. Emily goes overboard helping to plan a wed
Back in the Saddle Again
After helping Rory with her project for Chilton's annual business fair, Richard realizes he's tired of retirement and wa
Teach Me Tonight
As a favor to Luke, Rory tutors Jess, but during their first study session, Jess convinces Rory to go on a quick outing
Help Wanted
Lorelai helps Richard establish a consulting business. Rory becomes angry that everyone blames Jess for what happened to
Lorelai's Graduation Day
Lorelai is about to graduate from business school, so Rory secretly invites guests to her graduation ceremony. Rory make
I Can't Get Started
On the day before the wedding, Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Meanwhile, Rory is thrilled when a familiar face retur
Those Lazy-Hazy-Crazy Days
Back from a summer internship in Washington, D.C., Rory finds herself torn between Dean and Jess. Meanwhile, Lorelai que
Haunted Leg
Emily's attempts to reunite Christopher with Lorelai and Rory result in an ugly confrontation between Rory and Christoph
Application Anxiety
After a Harvard application arrives, Rory and Lorelai seek advice. Meanwhile, Lane places an ad and becomes enamored wit
One's Got Class and the Other One Dyes
Things get ugly when Lorelai speaks at the high school's career day. To rebel against her conservative mother, Lane does
Eight O'Clock at the Oasis
After a disastrous date with a man she met at an auction organized by Emily, Lorelai tries to cancel the second date, de
Take the Deviled Eggs...
When Lorelai winds up attending a social event with Rory, she learns more about Christopher's life than she wanted to kn
They Shoot Gilmores, Don't They?
Lorelai forces Rory to be her partner at the Stars Hollow dance marathon, where Rory can't stop arguing with a boy – a
Let the Games Begin
Lorelai, Rory, Richard and Emily visit Richard's alma mater, but Richard causes trouble by secretly making some arrangem
A Deep-Fried Korean Thanksgiving
Lorelai and Rory have four Thanksgivings when they stop for celebrations with Lane, Sookie and Luke on the way to dinner
That'll Do, Pig
Lorelai misses the town carnival when a visitor arrives. Rory's beau won't take her to the carnival – until he learns
I Solemnly Swear...
A classmate convinces Paris that Rory has been plotting against her. Meanwhile, Emily is sued by a former maid, and Lore
Lorelai Out of Water
Lorelai gets an angling lesson from Luke before her fishing date with her new beau. Meanwhile, the political battle betw
Dear Emily and Richard
When Sherry goes into labor and asks Rory to stay with her at the hospital, Lorelai reminisces about the day Rory was bo
Swan Song
Lorelai goes away with her boyfriend for a weekend in New York, but she worries about leaving Rory and her boyfriend tog
Face-Off
Tired of waiting for her boyfriend to call and make plans for the weekend, Rory goes to a hockey game with Lane, where s
The Big One
Rory and Paris compete to give a speech at a school celebration. Meanwhile, Lorelai shares a passionate kiss with someon
A Tale of Poes and Fire
When a meeting of the Edgar Allan Poe Society at her inn is interrupted by a disaster, Lorelai must find rooms for the g
Happy Birthday, Baby
While Lorelai deals with the aftermath at the inn, Rory schemes to give her mom a special birthday party, complete with
Keg! Max!
Rory makes plans to attend the prom. Lane's rock band debuts at a big party, where longstanding animosities finally expl
Say Goodnight, Gracie
After the brawl at her band's debut, Lane is in trouble with her mother. Later, Jess receives a visitor at the diner.
Here Comes the Son
Jess travels across the country for a visit. Rory helps Emily choose an outfit for Rory's graduation, resulting in a con
Those Are Strings, Pinocchio
Rory and Lorelai prepare for Rory's graduation from Chilton. But major developments involving the inn threaten to dampen
Ballrooms and Biscotti
After returning from a summer of backpacking through Europe, Rory and Lorelai frantically prepare for Rory's move to col
The Lorelais' First Day at Yale
Lorelai helps Rory move into her dorm, where she meets an odd new roommate, and learns that she will also be sharing her
The Hobbit, the Sofa, and Digger Stiles
Emily redecorates Rory's dorm room without her permission. Lorelai and Sookie cater a kids' birthday party with a "Lord
Chicken or Beef?
While visiting Stars Hollow for the weekend, Rory encounters Dean, who awkwardly invites her to an event the next day.
The Fundamental Things Apply
Lorelai struggles to hide details of her life from Emily. Rory discovers that college dating isn't easy. Lorelai invites
An Affair to Remember
Emily hires Lorelai and Sookie to cater an elaborate launch party for Richard's new company, but insists they prove that
The Festival of Living Art
Rory and Lorelai participate in a Stars Hollow event in which the townspeople dress up and present tableaux imitating fa
Die, Jerk
Rory tries to spice up her articles for the student newspaper. Luke admits to Lorelai that he is revisiting a past relat
Ted Koppel's Big Night Out
Emily realizes that Richard has been secretly meeting someone for lunch for years. Lorelai accepts an invitation to dinn
The Nanny and the Professor
Lorelai and Sookie renovate their inn. Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Rory is irritated by Paris's new relationship.
In the Clamor and the Clangor
Lorelai is upset that Luke has gotten an apartment in another town. Rory learns that a guy she likes has been spreading
A Family Matter
Luke is wary when his sister comes to town. Lorelai hesitates to tell her parents about her new beau. Paris's affair get
Nag Hammadi Is Where They Found the Gnostic Gospels
Rory crosses paths with Jess in Stars Hollow. Luke's sister visits Stars Hollow and introduces her new boyfriend to her
The Incredible Sinking Lorelais
Overwhelmed by her classwork, Rory confides in Dean, who's working on the construction crew at the Dragonfly Inn.
Scene in a Mall
Rory gets a glimpse of Dean's new life. When Lorelai and Rory spend a day at the mall, they run into Emily on a wild sho
The Reigning Lorelai
Richard is devastated by a sudden loss. Emily receives a shock when she finds an old letter that was written to Richard.
Girls in Bikinis, Boys Doin' the Twist
Rory and Paris head south for their first spring break in Florida, where they run into a couple of their old pals from C
Tick, Tick, Tick, Boom!
Jason and Richard are sued. Rory is upset by a decision Dean has made. Dean is told to stop spending time with Rory.
Afterboom
Lorelai confronts her father when she learns that he has cut business ties. Luke gives Lorelai an update on his love lif
Luke Can See Her Face
A self-help tape helps a depressed Luke realize who his soul mate is. Lorelai is stressed as the Dragonfly Inn's opening
Last Week Fights, This Week Tights
Jess walks his mother down the aisle at her Renaissance-themed wedding. Luke asks his new love interest on a date. Dean
Raincoats and Recipes
Lorelai invites friends and family to do a test run of the Dragonfly Inn opening. Two suitors pursue Lorelai.
Say Goodbye to Daisy Miller
Rory and Lorelai argue about a choice Rory made. Lorelai is happy in her new relationship. Emily and Rory plan to take a
A Messenger, Nothing More
After Rory apologizes to Lorelai, she sends a letter from Europe, which has unintended consequences. Meanwhile, Luke ret
Written in the Stars
Lorelai is a little offended that no one cares about her new relationship – until it becomes a topic of heated discuss
Tippecanoe and Taylor, Too
Rory and Dean meet alone to discuss where they stand with each other. Lorelai and Sookie manage Jackson's campaign for a
We Got Us a Pippi Virgin!
Wanting to smooth over her relationship with Dean, Lorelai suggests a night out with Luke and Rory – but the evening g
Norman Mailer, I'm Pregnant!
Lorelai and Sookie are thrilled when a cultural icon starts frequenting the Dragonfly Inn dining room. Rory discovers an
You Jump, I Jump, Jack
Logan takes Rory to a mysterious and elaborate event. After discovering that Lorelai has a new beau, Emily and Richard s
The Party's Over
When Emily and Richard throw a party to introduce Rory to their alumni friends, she has a realization about her boyfrien
Emily Says Hello
Rory and Lorelai plan to convince Richard and Emily to reconcile, but Emily dashes their hopes by making a bold announce
But Not as Cute as Pushkin
Rory hosts a high school student who's considering the same university, but things don't go as planned. Lorelai and her
Women Of Questionable Morals
When Christopher visits Rory at college, she rejects his attempt at reconciliation. Lorelai consoles him but doesn't tel
Come Home
Rory offers to help Logan write an article. When Richard sees Emily talking to a man she dated, he has an explosive reac
Wedding Bell Blues
Lorelai and Rory throw Emily a party. Richard and Emily recommit to their marriage. Rory tells Logan what she wants from
Say Something
After the disastrous scene at her parents' recent social event, Lorelai begs her boyfriend not to give up on their relat
Jews and Chinese Food
Lorelai is upset about the recent turn of events. Luke builds sets for the elementary school play in hopes of seeing the
So... Good Talk
Richard and Emily return from their second honeymoon. Miserable Luke burns food and handles complaining customers by thr
Pulp Friction
Rory regrets agreeing with her beau to date other people. Lorelai reunites with her boyfriend but remains cold toward Em
To Live and Let Diorama
Luke helps turn an old house into a museum. Lorelai says too much during an interview about the inn. Rory, Paris and Lan
But I'm a Gilmore
When Rory tells her beau she can't have a casual relationship with him, he gives her an unexpected response. Sookie find
How Many Kropogs to Cape Cod?
Rory begins her internship at one of Logan's father's newspapers. Emily and Richard fawn over Rory's boyfriend, but Lore
Blame Booze and Melville
Rory is surprised by the performance review she receives from Logan's father. Luke's plan to buy the Twickham house is t
A House Is Not a Home
Lorelai rescues Rory after a night of reckless behavior. Shocked to hear her daughter's plans for the future, she turns
New and Improved Lorelai
Luke responds to Lorelai. Rory faces legal consequences. Angry with Rory, Richard and Emily, Lorelai cuts off ties with
Fight Face
Rory winds up in a fight while performing community service. Lorelai gets a dog. Luke and Lorelai decide to renovate Lor
The UnGraduate
Rory takes a job at Emily's Daughters of the American Revolution office and serves as her grandmother's spy. Lorelai won
Always a Godmother, Never a God
Sookie hopes to reconcile the estranged Gilmore girls by asking both Lorelai and Rory to be godparents to her kids, but
We've Got Magic to Do
After two separate confrontations with the Huntzbergers at a D.A.R. party, Richard and Emily realize Lorelai was right a
Welcome to the Doll House
After asking Logan about Rory's future plans, Richard admits it was a mistake to let Rory make rash decisions and discus
Twenty-One is the Loneliest Number
Both Lorelai and Rory are saddened that their estrangement will keep them from spending Rory's 21st birthday the way the
Let Me Hear Your Balalaikas Ringing Out
When her former boyfriend visits and reveals an amazing success, Rory begins rethinking the choices she's made with her
The Prodigal Daughter Returns
After months of estrangement, Lorelai and Rory make their first move toward reconciliation. Luke gets a big surprise but
He's Slippin’ ‘Em Bread... Dig?
Rory's long-absent father reappears in her and Lorelai's lives, casting uncertainty on what this will mean for Lorelai's
The Perfect Dress
Wanting to get to know his newly discovered relative, Luke makes a visit. Lorelai sets a date but has a feeling somethin
Just Like Gwen and Gavin
Lorelai finds out about Luke's secret, but not from Luke. She tries to be supportive, but Luke's reaction hurts her. Log
Friday Night's Alright for Fighting
Luke gets to know April. Rory tries to get the school newspaper published after the staff quits. All four Gilmores vent
You've Been Gilmored
Lorelai brings Luke to dinner with her parents. When Rory becomes the new editor of the school paper, her roommate kicks
A Vineyard Valentine
Rory, Lorelai and their beaus spend Valentine's Day weekend on Martha's Vineyard. During their stay, Rory's boyfriend sa
Bridesmaids Revisited
Rory dazzles the crowd at a journalism panel, but the next day, she's devastated to learn how her boyfriend behaved duri
I'm OK, You're OK
Rory forgives her beau. Luke's girlfriend is secretly upset when he spends a few days with April. Rory does some spying
The Real Paul Anka
Unhappy because Rory hasn't really forgiven him, Logan takes off with his friends. Rory runs into Luke and April at a bo
I Get A Sidekick Out of You
After she and her mother scramble to accommodate an unexpected visitor, Lane takes a big step in her life. Lorelai gives
Super Cool Party People
When Luke plans a birthday party for April at the diner, Lorelai wants to help and is hurt that Luke thinks it's too soo
Driving Miss Gilmore
Lorelai helps Emily while she's unable to see after minor eye surgery. Rory takes charge of Logan's recovery when he ret
Partings
Rory throws a graduation party for Logan, but their time together is bittersweet. Lorelai delivers an ultimatum to Luke.
The Long Morrow
Lorelai is mortified when she wakes up with an unexpected bedfellow. Rory is puzzled by Logan's going-away present.
That's What You Get, Folks, For Makin' Whoopee
Rory is upset when she has to cancel a long-planned trip to Asia, so Lorelai turns her house into an Asian-themed wonder
Lorelai's First Cotillion
Lorelai realizes her parents aren't as terrible as she thought. Rory's long-distance relationship proves to be a struggl
'S Wonderful, 'S Marvelous
Lorelai is having trouble fully committing to her current relationship. A relative comes to stay with Luke.
The Great Stink
Rory is thrilled when her beau comes to town on business but realizes during a dinner with his colleagues that she has n
Go, Bulldogs!
Christopher treats Rory's college newspaper co-workers to lunch, but the meal ends abruptly when Rory insists they cover
French Twist
Christopher and Lorelai take Gigi to visit Sherry. Rory's tenure as editor-in-chief of the university newspaper comes to
Introducing Lorelai Planetarium
Rory initially pretends to be thrilled about Lorelai's announcement, but later lets her mother know how upset she is whe
Knit, People, Knit!
Christopher's well-intentioned gesture at Stars Hollow's knit-a-thon brings the event to an early end.
Merry Fisticuffs
When Christopher witnesses a sweet moment between a couple, he becomes concerned about his partner's commitment to him.
Santa's Secret Stuff
Luke asks Lorelai to write a character reference letter for his court case. Lorelai, Christopher and Rory have a late bu
To Whom It May Concern
Sookie acts strangely. Luke attends his court case hearing. Lorelai is confronted about the character reference letter s
I'd Rather Be In Philadelphia
During a family emergency, Lorelai can't reach Christopher. Meanwhile, Logan and Luke drop everything to support Rory, L
Farewell, My Pet
Rory has a crush on the teacher filling in for Richard. Christopher and Lorelai talk about their current relationship wi
I'm a Kayak, Hear Me Roar
Lorelai helps Emily organize domestic affairs but has trouble revealing the current state of her love life. Rory attends
Will You Be My Lorelai Gilmore?
Rory has an interview. Lorelai must settle a fight between Lane and her mother. Logan reveals a failure to Rory.
Gilmore Girls Only
Lorelai, Rory and Emily go on a road trip to attend the wedding of an old friend. Someone makes a surprise appearance, a
Hay Bale Maze
Rory shows her boyfriend around Stars Hollow, while Lorelai worries he's too irresponsible. Lorelai and Luke admit they
It's Just Like Riding a Bike
After an awkward encounter, Lorelai and Luke start fighting, which Lorelai takes as a good sign. Rory gets a letter that
Lorelai? Lorelai?
Rory has a scary dream about what lies ahead for her. A visitor discusses Rory's future with Lorelai. Lorelai pours her
Unto The Breach
Emily and Richard host a graduation party for Rory. Lorelai and Christopher are relieved to find they can still be frien
Bon Voyage
In this series finale, Rory makes a sudden change in her summer plans, and Luke enlists everyone in Stars Hollow to thro
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