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Set in the charming town of Stars Hollow, Connecticut, the series follows the captivating lives of Lorelai and Rory Gilmore, a mother/daughter pair who have a relationship most people only dream of.
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Checked Sep 5, 2026
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Set in the charming town of Stars Hollow, Connecticut, the series follows the captivating lives of Lorelai and Rory Gilmore, a mother/daughter pair who have a relationship most people only dream of.
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Episode 1
Lorelai makes a big decision, but when Emily hears about it from someone else, she's hurt and angry that Lorelai didn't bother to tell her.
Directed by Amy Sherman-PalladinoWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Sean Gunn, Brian Tarantina, Liz Torres, Scott Cohen, Emily Kuroda, Jackson Douglas, Joyce Greenleaf, Todd Truley
Episode 2
Rory's sudden flurry of extracurricular activity strains her relationship with Dean. Emily is cold when Lorelai finally reveals her big news.
Directed by Michael KatlemanWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Sean Gunn, Eddie Shin, Liz Torres, Scott Cohen, Shelly Cole, Teal Redmann, Jackson Douglas, Biff Yeager
Episode 3
During a wild party, Lorelai impulsively calls someone, and their conversation gives her second thoughts about her plans.
Directed by Gail MancusoWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Sean Gunn, Jazzmun, Sally Struthers, Liz Torres, Scott Cohen, Michael Winters, David Sutcliffe, Ted Rooney
Episode 4
With her big plans canceled, Lorelai is eager to escape the reactions of everyone in Stars Hollow, so she and Rory take off on a road trip.
Directed by Jamie BabbitWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Sean Gunn, Susan Ruttan, Liza del Mundo, Nancy Lenehan, Brian Reddy, Karl T. Wright, Liz Torres, Steve Rifkin
Episode 5
Lorelai tries to dissuade Luke from allowing his relative to live with him. Rory finds herself attracted to another boy.
Directed by Michael KatlemanWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Sally Struthers, Kendall Schmidt, Charlie Stewart, Liz Torres, Scott Cohen, Michael Winters, Shelly Cole, Teal Redmann
Episode 6
Rory surprises everyone by agreeing to make her debut at a ball, and Lorelai finds herself attracted to a changed man.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Sheila R. LawrenceGuest stars Millicent Martin, Grant-Lee Phillips, Judy Geeson, Liz Torres, David Sutcliffe, Jacqueline Schultz, Samantha Shelton, Susan Bjurman
Episode 7
Advised to become more social at Chilton, Rory winds up in the most popular school clique, while Lorelai helps with a fundraising fashion show.
Directed by Dennis ErdmanWritten by Joan Binder WeissGuest stars Sean Gunn, Hilary Angelo, Shannon Cochran, Soledad St. Hilaire, Madeline Zima, Nicole Eggert, Brenda Strong, Emily Bergl
Episode 8
Lorelai and Sookie have the first fight of their long friendship when Lorelai panics and decides their dream of opening an inn together will fail.
Directed by Michael KatlemanWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Elizabeth Franz, Grant-Lee Phillips, Brian Tarantina, Molly Bryant, Liz Torres, Michael Winters, Mike Gandolfi, Linda Porter
Episode 9
When Rory and her classmate Tristan are cast as Romeo and Juliet in a school play, a jealous Dean insists on attending every rehearsal.
Directed by Danny LeinerWritten by John StephensGuest stars Brian Tarantina, Adam Wylie, Chad Michael Murray, Bryce Johnson, Eddie Shin, Liz Torres, Emily Kuroda, Shelly Cole
Episode 10
While Rory struggles to keep the budding rivalry between Dean and Jess under control, Lorelai invites most of Stars Hollow to an elaborate feast.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Sean Gunn, Sally Struthers, Max Perlich, Scout Taylor-Compton, Brian Tarantina, Vic Chao, Liz Torres, Michael Winters
Episode 11
Lorelai can't afford to repair her home's extensive termite damage but becomes angry when Rory involves Emily, who again offers Lorelai a loan.
Directed by Nicole HolofcenerWritten by Linda Loiselle GuzikGuest stars Sean Gunn, Richard Kline, Grant-Lee Phillips, Brian Tarantina, Chris Heuisler, Christine Mourad, Michael Winters, Emily Kuroda
Episode 12
Newly retired Richard is driving Emily crazy, so Lorelai agrees to take her father for a day in Stars Hollow, where he annoys both Lorelai and Rory.
Directed by Steve GomerWritten by Frank LombardiGuest stars Sean Gunn, Dylan Smith, Michael Winters, Rose Abdoo, Shelly Cole, Teal Redmann, Brenden Wing
Episode 13
The annual Stars Hollow Picnic Basket Auction causes romantic complications when Jess outbids Dean to win a picnic lunch date with Rory.
Directed by Robert BerlingerWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Sean Gunn, Shawn Michael Patrick, Kelvin Yu, Eddie Shin, Liz Torres, Michael Winters, Emily Kuroda, Jackson Douglas
Episode 14
Christopher brings a visitor to Stars Hollow who wants to get to know Rory. Emily is furious that Lorelai isn't trying to win Christopher back.
Directed by Lesli Linka GlatterWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Sean Gunn, Elisa Bocanegra, Adam Wylie, Mädchen Amick, David Sutcliffe, Emily Kuroda, Beth Kennedy, Brenden Wing
Episode 15
Rory panics when she realizes she's lost the bracelet Dean made for her. When Lorelai spots someone in Rory's room, she makes accusations of theft.
Directed by Gail MancusoWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Sean Gunn, Liz Torres, Michael Winters, Rose Abdoo, Brenden Wing, Brett Paesel
Episode 16
Lorelai and Emily's weekend at a spa doesn't go as planned. Meanwhile, Rory's night alone becomes difficult when Paris, Jess and Dean arrive.
Directed by Amy Sherman-PalladinoWritten by Sheila R. LawrenceGuest stars Sean Gunn, Hal Linden, Tiffany Fraser, Shelly Cole, Teal Redmann, Biff Yeager, Michael Panes, Carol Hickey
Episode 17
Lorelai and Rory help out at the diner while Luke makes funeral arrangements. Emily goes overboard helping to plan a wedding.
Directed by Jamie BabbitWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Sean Gunn, Sally Struthers, Grant-Lee Phillips, Pat Crawford Brown, Dion Anderson, Steve Eastin, Liz Torres, Michael Winters
Episode 18
After helping Rory with her project for Chilton's annual business fair, Richard realizes he's tired of retirement and wants to start a second career.
Directed by Kevin DowlingWritten by Linda Loiselle GuzikGuest stars Janet Hubert, Adam Wylie, Dakin Matthews, Shelly Cole, Teal Redmann, Devon Colwell, Ray Buffer
Episode 19
As a favor to Luke, Rory tutors Jess, but during their first study session, Jess convinces Rory to go on a quick outing with him.
Directed by Steven RobmanWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Sean Gunn, Mary Lynn Rajskub, Sally Struthers, Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs, Jon Polito, Liz Torres, Michael Winters, David Sutcliffe
Episode 20
Lorelai helps Richard establish a consulting business. Rory becomes angry that everyone blames Jess for what happened to her.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Allan HeinbergGuest stars Sean Gunn, Sally Struthers, Carole King, Evie Peck, Michael Winters, Emily Kuroda, Patrika Darbo
Episode 21
Lorelai is about to graduate from business school, so Rory secretly invites guests to her graduation ceremony. Rory makes a trip to New York.
Directed by Jamie BabbitWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Seth MacFarlane, David Sutcliffe, Jackson Douglas, Ralph P. Martin, Mel Rodriguez, Alicia Bergman, Adam Borstein, Cathrine Grace
Episode 22
On the day before the wedding, Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Meanwhile, Rory is thrilled when a familiar face returns to Stars Hollow.
Directed by Amy Sherman-PalladinoWritten by John Stephens, Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Sean Gunn, Sally Struthers, Liz Torres, David Sutcliffe, Ted Rooney, Shelly Cole, Teal Redmann, Jackson Douglas
Episode information updated Sep 14, 2026
Lauren GrahamLorelai Gilmore
Alexis BledelRory Gilmore
Scott PattersonLuke Danes
Melissa McCarthySookie St. James
Keiko AgenaLane Kim
Yanic TruesdaleMichel Gerard
Liza WeilParis Geller
Jared PadaleckiDean Forester
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