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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 Jul 22, 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
After returning from a summer of backpacking through Europe, Rory and Lorelai frantically prepare for Rory's move to college.
Directed by Amy Sherman-PalladinoWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Sally Struthers, Michael Winters, Ted Rooney, Jackson Douglas, Austin Marques, Katya Abelski, Lillian Byrd, Jeanine Anderson
Episode 2
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.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Alan Oppenheimer, Olivia Hack, Jake Bern, Aris Alvarado, Robert Cicchini, Howard S. Miller, Allan Wasserman, Joy Darash
Episode 3
Emily redecorates Rory's dorm room without her permission. Lorelai and Sookie cater a kids' birthday party with a "Lord of the Rings" theme.
Directed by Matthew DiamondWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Natalie Garza, Ethan Cohn, Victoria Justice, Olivia Hack, Katie Walder, Nicole Garza, Margaret Easley, Shelly Cole
Episode 4
While visiting Stars Hollow for the weekend, Rory encounters Dean, who awkwardly invites her to an event the next day.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Jane EspensonGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Brian Skala, Arielle Kebbel, Chauncey Leopardi, Todd Lowe, Max Greenfield, Liz Torres, Michael Winters
Episode 5
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.
Directed by Neema BarnetteWritten by John StephensGuest stars Sally Struthers, Ethan Cohn, Olivia Hack, Alan Simpson, Katie Walder, Traci Lords, Karl T. Wright, Mike Henry
Episode 6
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.
Directed by Matthew DiamondWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Ethan Cohn, Olivia Hack, Katie Walder, Mary Faulkner, Rini Bell, Aris Alvarado, Biff Yeager, Jason Widener
Episode 7
Rory and Lorelai participate in a Stars Hollow event in which the townspeople dress up and present tableaux imitating famous paintings.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Sally Struthers, Nick Offerman, Grant-Lee Phillips, Todd Lowe, Rini Bell, Rusty Schwimmer, Liz Torres, Michael Winters
Episode 8
Rory tries to spice up her articles for the student newspaper. Luke admits to Lorelai that he is revisiting a past relationship.
Directed by Tom MooreWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Olivia Hack, Katie Walder, Danny Strong, Rusty Schwimmer, Emily Kuroda, Tricia O'Kelley, Nicole Mansour, Katherine Brunk
Episode 9
Emily realizes that Richard has been secretly meeting someone for lunch for years. Lorelai accepts an invitation to dinner.
Directed by Jamie BabbitWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Michael York, Greg Cipes, Liz Torres, Rose Abdoo, Jim Jansen, Wayne Wilcox, Linda Gehringer, Victoria Prescott
Episode 10
Lorelai and Sookie renovate their inn. Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Rory is irritated by Paris's new relationship.
Directed by Peter LauerWritten by Scott KauferGuest stars Ethan Cohn, Michael York, Monique Coleman, Danny Strong, Robert Noble, Bruce McCulloch, Patricia Lentz, Alexandra Kenworthy
Episode 11
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.
Directed by Michael GrossmanWritten by Janet Leahy, Sheila R. LawrenceGuest stars Todd Lowe, Liz Torres, Rami Malek, Sebastian Bach, John Cabrera, Emily Kuroda, Alan Blumenfeld, Jim Jansen
Episode 12
Luke is wary when his sister comes to town. Lorelai hesitates to tell her parents about her new beau. Paris's affair gets serious.
Directed by Kenny OrtegaWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Milo Ventimiglia, Olivia Hack, Brandon Barash, Pat Crawford Brown, Joe J. Garcia, Kathleen Wilhoite, Emily Kuroda, Jason Dugre
Episode 13
Rory crosses paths with Jess in Stars Hollow. Luke's sister visits Stars Hollow and introduces her new boyfriend to her brother.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Milo Ventimiglia, Sally Struthers, Grant-Lee Phillips, Lawrence Pressman, Kathleen Wilhoite, Liz Torres, Michael DeLuise, Michael Winters
Episode 14
Overwhelmed by her classwork, Rory confides in Dean, who's working on the construction crew at the Dragonfly Inn.
Directed by Steve ClancyWritten by Amy Sherman-Palladino, Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Ethan Cohn, Olivia Hack, Katie Walder, Marion Ross, Aaron Hill, Mike Henry, Emily Kuroda
Episode 15
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.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Tessa Ludwick, Arielle Kebbel, Todd Lowe, John Cabrera, Emily Kuroda, Biff Yeager, Brian Berke
Episode 16
Richard is devastated by a sudden loss. Emily receives a shock when she finds an old letter that was written to Richard.
Directed by Marita GrabiakWritten by Jane EspensonGuest stars Ethan Cohn, Tiffany Fraser, Josh Holt, Danny Strong, Gay Storm, Liz Torres, Tricia O'Kelley, Charles C. Stevenson Jr.
Episode 17
Rory and Paris head south for their first spring break in Florida, where they run into a couple of their old pals from Chilton.
Directed by Jamie BabbitWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Elizabeth Bond, Ethan Cohn, Katie Walder, Colin Egglesfield, Beau Davidson, Rose Abdoo, Shelly Cole
Episode 18
Jason and Richard are sued. Rory is upset by a decision Dean has made. Dean is told to stop spending time with Rory.
Directed by Daniel PalladinoWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Ethan Cohn, Catherine McGoohan, Arielle Kebbel, Pat Crawford Brown, Oren Skoog, Lawrence Pressman, Bob Morrisey
Episode 19
Lorelai confronts her father when she learns that he has cut business ties. Luke gives Lorelai an update on his love life.
Directed by Michael ZinbergWritten by Sheila R. LawrenceGuest stars Michael York, Todd Lowe, Patrick Thomas O'Brien, Danny Strong, Brittany Finamore, Sebastian Bach, Jana Camp, John Cabrera
Episode 20
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.
Directed by Matthew DiamondWritten by Amy Sherman-Palladino, Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Milo Ventimiglia, Maïté Schwartz, Ethan Cohn, Michael York, Arielle Kebbel, David DeLuise, Kathleen Wilhoite
Episode 21
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.
Directed by Chris LongWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Milo Ventimiglia, Dayna Devon, Ethan Cohn, Teddy Dunn, Olivia Hack, Katie Walder, Todd Lowe
Episode 22
Lorelai invites friends and family to do a test run of the Dragonfly Inn opening. Two suitors pursue Lorelai.
Directed by Amy Sherman-PalladinoWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Sally Struthers, Grant-Lee Phillips, Rini Bell, Liz Torres, Michael Winters, Jackson Douglas, Biff Yeager
Episode information updated Jul 24, 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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