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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
Rory and Lorelai argue about a choice Rory made. Lorelai is happy in her new relationship. Emily and Rory plan to take a European trip.
Directed by Amy Sherman-PalladinoWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Sally Struthers, Arielle Kebbel, Todd Lowe, Rini Bell, Liz Torres, Michael Winters, Sebastian Bach
Episode 2
After Rory apologizes to Lorelai, she sends a letter from Europe, which has unintended consequences. Meanwhile, Luke returns home.
Directed by Daniel PalladinoWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Abigail Mavity, Jim Hanna, Erin Foster, Arielle Kebbel, Todd Lowe, Anthony Azizi, Kathleen Wilhoite
Episode 3
Lorelai is a little offended that no one cares about her new relationship – until it becomes a topic of heated discussion at the town meeting.
Directed by Kenny OrtegaWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Matt Czuchry, Sally Struthers, Ed Brigadier, Pat Crawford Brown, Kathryn Joosten, Lisa K. Wyatt, Liz Torres
Episode 4
Rory and Dean meet alone to discuss where they stand with each other. Lorelai and Sookie manage Jackson's campaign for a town office.
Directed by Lee Shallat ChemelWritten by Bill PradyGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Sally Struthers, Scout Taylor-Compton, Todd Lowe, Liz Torres, Michael Winters, Sebastian Bach, Rose Abdoo
Episode 5
Wanting to smooth over her relationship with Dean, Lorelai suggests a night out with Luke and Rory – but the evening goes awry.
Directed by Steve ClancyWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Chauncey Leopardi, Todd Lowe, Rini Bell, John Cabrera, Jackson Douglas, Christy O'Keefe
Episode 6
Lorelai and Sookie are thrilled when a cultural icon starts frequenting the Dragonfly Inn dining room. Rory discovers an intriguing secret society.
Directed by Matthew DiamondWritten by James Berg, Stan ZimmermanGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Matt Czuchry, Norman Mailer, Ethan Cohn, Katherine Bailess, Danny Strong, Alex Weed, Stephen Mailer
Episode 7
Logan takes Rory to a mysterious and elaborate event. After discovering that Lorelai has a new beau, Emily and Richard spend time with him.
Directed by Kenny OrtegaWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Matt Czuchry, Katherine Bailess, Todd Lowe, Oren Skoog, Nick Holmes, Danny Strong, John Cabrera
Episode 8
When Emily and Richard throw a party to introduce Rory to their alumni friends, she has a realization about her boyfriend.
Directed by Eric LaneuvilleWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Matt Czuchry, Trev Broudy, Ed Brigadier, Todd Lowe, Kathleen Wilhoite, Trevor Murphy, Josh Jacobson
Episode 9
Rory and Lorelai plan to convince Richard and Emily to reconcile, but Emily dashes their hopes by making a bold announcement.
Directed by Kenny OrtegaWritten by Rebecca Rand KirshnerGuest stars Liz Torres, Michael DeLuise, David Sutcliffe, Jackson Douglas, Mike Gandolfi, Wayne Wilcox, A.J. Tesler, Larry Pine
Episode 10
Rory hosts a high school student who's considering the same university, but things don't go as planned. Lorelai and her beau have their first fight.
Directed by Michael ZinbergWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Matt Czuchry, Danny Strong, Liz Torres, Dakin Matthews, Mitch Silpa, Wayne Wilcox, Alan Loayza, Erik Valdez
Episode 11
When Christopher visits Rory at college, she rejects his attempt at reconciliation. Lorelai consoles him but doesn't tell her boyfriend where she was.
Directed by Matthew DiamondWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Ed Brigadier, Rini Bell, Dion Anderson, Steve Eastin, Liz Torres, Michael Winters, David Sutcliffe, Jim Jansen
Episode 12
Rory offers to help Logan write an article. When Richard sees Emily talking to a man she dated, he has an explosive reaction.
Directed by Kenny OrtegaWritten by Jessica QuellerGuest stars Matt Czuchry, Elliott Cho, Ed Brigadier, Todd Lowe, Danny Strong, Loren Lester, Sebastian Bach, John Cabrera
Episode 13
Lorelai and Rory throw Emily a party. Richard and Emily recommit to their marriage. Rory tells Logan what she wants from him.
Directed by Amy Sherman-PalladinoWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Matt Czuchry, Sally Struthers, Loren Lester, Liz Torres, Rose Abdoo, David Sutcliffe, Marion Ross, Susane Lee
Episode 14
After the disastrous scene at her parents' recent social event, Lorelai begs her boyfriend not to give up on their relationship.
Directed by Daniel PalladinoWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Matt Czuchry, Sally Struthers, Dana Davis, Katie Walder, Nick Holmes, Michael Winters, Rose Abdoo, Aris Alvarado
Episode 15
Lorelai is upset about the recent turn of events. Luke builds sets for the elementary school play in hopes of seeing the costume designer.
Directed by Matthew DiamondWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Matt Czuchry, Tanner Richie, Ethan Cohn, Anthony Skillman, Rini Bell, Danny Strong, Sara Niemietz, Riki Lindhome
Episode 16
Richard and Emily return from their second honeymoon. Miserable Luke burns food and handles complaining customers by throwing them out of the diner.
Directed by Jamie BabbitWritten by Lisa RandolphGuest stars Matt Czuchry, Todd Lowe, Emily Kuroda, Julie Proudfoot, Jon Spinogatti, Jace Milstead, Mary Van Arsdel, David Brouwer
Episode 17
Rory regrets agreeing with her beau to date other people. Lorelai reunites with her boyfriend but remains cold toward Emily.
Directed by Michael ZinbergWritten by James Berg, Stan ZimmermanGuest stars Matt Czuchry, Rachel Specter, Lyle Kanouse, Rini Bell, Nick Holmes, Alan Loayza, Tanc Sade, Kelley Cabrera
Episode 18
Luke helps turn an old house into a museum. Lorelai says too much during an interview about the inn. Rory, Paris and Lane have boyfriend trouble.
Directed by Jackson DouglasWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Jared Padalecki, Carole King, Chauncey Leopardi, Todd Lowe, Liz Torres, Michael Winters, Rose Abdoo, Mike Gandolfi
Episode 19
When Rory tells her beau she can't have a casual relationship with him, he gives her an unexpected response. Sookie finds herself confined to her bed.
Directed by Michael ZinbergWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Matt Czuchry, Leann Hunley, Soledad St. Hilaire, Gregg Henry, Danny Strong, Michael Ausiello, Jackson Douglas, Sean Riblett
Episode 20
Rory begins her internship at one of Logan's father's newspapers. Emily and Richard fawn over Rory's boyfriend, but Lorelai is not as impressed.
Directed by Jamie BabbitWritten by Rebecca Rand Kirshner, Bill PradyGuest stars Matt Czuchry, Amir Talai, Gregg Henry, Michael Winters, Deborah Cresswell, George Anthony Bell, Eliza Pryor Nagel, Alejandro Cardenas
Episode 21
Rory is surprised by the performance review she receives from Logan's father. Luke's plan to buy the Twickham house is threatened by a competing bid.
Directed by Jamie BabbitWritten by Daniel PalladinoGuest stars Matt Czuchry, Amir Talai, Gregg Henry, Michael Winters, Aris Alvarado, Jackson Douglas, Deborah Cresswell, Jonathan Sharp
Episode 22
Lorelai rescues Rory after a night of reckless behavior. Shocked to hear her daughter's plans for the future, she turns to Luke for help.
Directed by Amy Sherman-PalladinoWritten by Amy Sherman-PalladinoGuest stars Matt Czuchry, James Tupper, David Reivers, Grant-Lee Phillips, Todd Lowe, Michael Winters, Sebastian Bach, John Cabrera
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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