Gilmore Girls

1Ballrooms and Biscotti

43 minSep 23, 2003★ 6.5

After returning from a summer of backpacking through Europe, Rory and Lorelai frantically prepare for Rory's move to college.

2The Lorelais' First Day at Yale

42 minSep 30, 2003★ 7.8

Lorelai helps Rory move into her dorm, where she meets an odd new roommate, and learns that she will also be sharing her room with a familiar face.

3The Hobbit, the Sofa, and Digger Stiles

44 minOct 7, 2003★ 7.6

Emily redecorates Rory's dorm room without her permission. Lorelai and Sookie cater a kids' birthday party with a "Lord of the Rings" theme.

4Chicken or Beef?

44 minOct 14, 2003★ 7.4

While visiting Stars Hollow for the weekend, Rory encounters Dean, who awkwardly invites her to an event the next day.

5The Fundamental Things Apply

44 minOct 21, 2003★ 7.4

Lorelai struggles to hide details of her life from Emily. Rory discovers that college dating isn't easy. Lorelai invites Luke over for movie night.

6An Affair to Remember

44 minOct 28, 2003★ 7.5

Emily hires Lorelai and Sookie to cater an elaborate launch party for Richard's new company, but insists they prove that they are worthy of her trust.

7The Festival of Living Art

44 minNov 4, 2003★ 7.5

Rory and Lorelai participate in a Stars Hollow event in which the townspeople dress up and present tableaux imitating famous paintings.

8Die, Jerk

43 minNov 11, 2003★ 7.4

Rory tries to spice up her articles for the student newspaper. Luke admits to Lorelai that he is revisiting a past relationship.

9Ted Koppel's Big Night Out

44 minNov 18, 2003★ 7.4

Emily realizes that Richard has been secretly meeting someone for lunch for years. Lorelai accepts an invitation to dinner.

10The Nanny and the Professor

43 minJan 20, 2004★ 7.3

Lorelai and Sookie renovate their inn. Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Rory is irritated by Paris's new relationship.

11In the Clamor and the Clangor

43 minJan 27, 2004★ 7.7

Lorelai is upset that Luke has gotten an apartment in another town. Rory learns that a guy she likes has been spreading false information about her.

12A Family Matter

43 minFeb 3, 2004★ 6.7

Luke is wary when his sister comes to town. Lorelai hesitates to tell her parents about her new beau. Paris's affair gets serious.

13Nag Hammadi Is Where They Found the Gnostic Gospels

43 minFeb 10, 2004★ 7.7

Rory crosses paths with Jess in Stars Hollow. Luke's sister visits Stars Hollow and introduces her new boyfriend to her brother.

14The Incredible Sinking Lorelais

43 minFeb 17, 2004★ 7.7

Overwhelmed by her classwork, Rory confides in Dean, who's working on the construction crew at the Dragonfly Inn.

15Scene in a Mall

41 minFeb 24, 2004★ 6.9

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 shopping spree.

16The Reigning Lorelai

43 minMar 2, 2004★ 7.9

Richard is devastated by a sudden loss. Emily receives a shock when she finds an old letter that was written to Richard.

17Girls in Bikinis, Boys Doin' the Twist

43 minApr 13, 2004★ 7.5

Rory and Paris head south for their first spring break in Florida, where they run into a couple of their old pals from Chilton.

18Tick, Tick, Tick, Boom!

43 minApr 20, 2004★ 7.2

Jason and Richard are sued. Rory is upset by a decision Dean has made. Dean is told to stop spending time with Rory.

19Afterboom

43 minApr 27, 2004★ 7.8

Lorelai confronts her father when she learns that he has cut business ties. Luke gives Lorelai an update on his love life.

20Luke Can See Her Face

43 minMay 4, 2004★ 7.9

A self-help tape helps a depressed Luke realize who his soul mate is. Lorelai is stressed as the Dragonfly Inn's opening day approaches.

21Last Week Fights, This Week Tights

43 minMay 11, 2004★ 7.1

Jess walks his mother down the aisle at her Renaissance-themed wedding. Luke asks his new love interest on a date. Dean confides in Rory.

22Raincoats and Recipes

43 minMay 18, 2004★ 6.3

Lorelai invites friends and family to do a test run of the Dragonfly Inn opening. Two suitors pursue Lorelai.