Episodes
Ballrooms and Biscotti
6.5After returning from a summer of backpacking through Europe, Rory and Lorelai frantically prepare for Rory's move to college.
43 min
The Lorelais' First Day at Yale
7.8Lorelai 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.
42 min
The Hobbit, the Sofa, and Digger Stiles
7.6Emily redecorates Rory's dorm room without her permission. Lorelai and Sookie cater a kids' birthday party with a "Lord of the Rings" theme.
44 min
Chicken or Beef?
7.4While visiting Stars Hollow for the weekend, Rory encounters Dean, who awkwardly invites her to an event the next day.
44 min
The Fundamental Things Apply
7.4Lorelai struggles to hide details of her life from Emily. Rory discovers that college dating isn't easy. Lorelai invites Luke over for movie night.
44 min
An Affair to Remember
7.5Emily 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.
44 min
The Festival of Living Art
7.4Rory and Lorelai participate in a Stars Hollow event in which the townspeople dress up and present tableaux imitating famous paintings.
44 min
Die, Jerk
7.2Rory tries to spice up her articles for the student newspaper. Luke admits to Lorelai that he is revisiting a past relationship.
43 min
Ted Koppel's Big Night Out
7.3Emily realizes that Richard has been secretly meeting someone for lunch for years. Lorelai accepts an invitation to dinner.
44 min
The Nanny and the Professor
7.2Lorelai and Sookie renovate their inn. Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Rory is irritated by Paris's new relationship.
43 min
In the Clamor and the Clangor
7.5Lorelai 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.
43 min
A Family Matter
6.4Luke is wary when his sister comes to town. Lorelai hesitates to tell her parents about her new beau. Paris's affair gets serious.
43 min
Nag Hammadi Is Where They Found the Gnostic Gospels
7.5Rory crosses paths with Jess in Stars Hollow. Luke's sister visits Stars Hollow and introduces her new boyfriend to her brother.
43 min
The Incredible Sinking Lorelais
7.6Overwhelmed by her classwork, Rory confides in Dean, who's working on the construction crew at the Dragonfly Inn.
43 min
Scene in a Mall
6.5Rory 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.
41 min
The Reigning Lorelai
7.6Richard is devastated by a sudden loss. Emily receives a shock when she finds an old letter that was written to Richard.
43 min
Girls in Bikinis, Boys Doin' the Twist
7.2Rory and Paris head south for their first spring break in Florida, where they run into a couple of their old pals from Chilton.
43 min
Tick, Tick, Tick, Boom!
7.3Jason and Richard are sued. Rory is upset by a decision Dean has made. Dean is told to stop spending time with Rory.
43 min
Afterboom
7.7Lorelai confronts her father when she learns that he has cut business ties. Luke gives Lorelai an update on his love life.
43 min
Luke Can See Her Face
7.6A self-help tape helps a depressed Luke realize who his soul mate is. Lorelai is stressed as the Dragonfly Inn's opening day approaches.
43 min
Last Week Fights, This Week Tights
6.9Jess walks his mother down the aisle at her Renaissance-themed wedding. Luke asks his new love interest on a date. Dean confides in Rory.
43 min
Raincoats and Recipes
5.9Lorelai invites friends and family to do a test run of the Dragonfly Inn opening. Two suitors pursue Lorelai.
43 min