Gilmore Girls

Name: Gilmore Girls
Released: 2000

A sharp-tongued single mother and her brilliant teenage daughter navigate life, love, and small-town quirks in the quirky Connecticut town of Stars Hollow.

Directed by

Jamie Babbit, Amy Sherman Palladino

Written by

Gina Fattore, Amy Sherman Palladino

First aired

2000

Status

Released

Rated

TV-14

Seasons

7 seasons

ComedyDrama

Streaming on

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.

Seasons & Episodes

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1.01PilotOct 5, 2000Rate
Rory is offered a spot at an elite preparatory school, which leads Lorelai to reluctantly ask for financial help from her wealthy parents to pay the tuition.
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1.02The Lorelais' First Day at ChiltonOct 12, 2000Rate
Rory starts her first day at Chilton Prep with several challenges. Her mother's choice of an inappropriate outfit draws criticism from Emily and the headmaster, while Rory herself struggles to connect with her arrogant classmates.
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1.03Kill Me NowOct 19, 2000Rate
Rory spends a significant day playing golf with Richard at the club, which strengthens their bond and causes Lorelai to feel jealous, as she feels excluded from Rory's growing relationship with her grandparents.
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1.04The Deer HuntersOct 26, 2000Rate
Rory receives a low grade on her English paper, leading Lorelai to assist her in preparing for a significant Shakespeare exam. Their preparation efforts are disrupted by an unforeseen issue on the day of the test.
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1.05Cinnamon's WakeNov 2, 2000Rate
Lorelai begins to acknowledge her romantic feelings for a man in her life, while Rory starts to explore a new relationship that shows promise.
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1.06Rory's Birthday PartiesNov 9, 2000Rate
Rory is upset when Emily arranges a formal birthday celebration for her without consulting her. At the same time, Lorelai makes plans for a more relaxed and personal gathering.
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1.07Kiss and TellNov 16, 2000Rate
Rory shares a romantic moment with Dean that she does not immediately tell her mother about. After learning about it from Mrs. Kim, Lorelai invites Dean to join them for a movie night.
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1.08Love and War and SnowDec 14, 2000Rate
A snowstorm keeps Rory stranded at her grandparents' house, separating her from Lorelai, who spends the day with her boyfriend. Feeling lonely, Lane decides to visit Rory to keep her company.
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1.09Rory's DanceDec 20, 2000Rate
Rory attends her first dance with Dean, but they return home late, leading to a disagreement between Emily and Lorelai over Lorelai's approach to parenting.
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1.10Forgiveness and StuffDec 21, 2000Rate
A series of mishaps disrupt the Gilmores' festive Christmas gathering, while Dean attempts to reassure Lorelai that his night spent asleep with Rory was entirely innocent.
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1.11Paris is BurningJan 11, 2001Rate
Paris sparks controversy by revealing an inappropriate relationship between a parent and a teacher, leading to her being confronted about the incident.
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1.12Double DateJan 18, 2001Rate
Lorelai joins Sookie on a double date with Jackson and his eccentric cousin, resulting in an awkward and uncomfortable evening. Meanwhile, Rory is on a double date with Dean, Lane, and Dean's friend, which also turns out to be an uneasy social experience.
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1.13Concert InterruptusFeb 15, 2001Rate
Rory invites her friends to a Bangles concert in New York, which leads to unforeseen complications. At the same time, Lorelai uncovers a detail about Luke's past relationships that causes her to reflect on her own personal life.
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1.14That Damn Donna ReedFeb 22, 2001Rate
Rory and Dean engage in a conversation about traditional gender roles after watching an episode of *The Donna Reed Show*, while Emily encourages Lorelai to confront her emotions.
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1.15Christopher ReturnsMar 1, 2001Rate
Rory's father, Christopher, returns, creating tension at Emily and Richard's home and prompting Lorelai to confront important decisions about her family's future.
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1.16Star-Crossed Lovers and Other StrangersMar 8, 2001Rate
Rory and Dean are preparing to celebrate their three-month anniversary, but their plans are interrupted by unforeseen circumstances. At the same time, Luke is caught off guard by the unexpected return of his ex-girlfriend, Rachel, who comes back to town.
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1.17The Breakup, Part 2Mar 15, 2001Rate
Rory attempts to keep herself busy and avoid falling into self-pity following recent events, as the residents of Stars Hollow rally around her in support, even though she resists their efforts.
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1.18The Third LorelaiMar 22, 2001Rate
Emily becomes concerned when Lorelai's grandmother offers a trust fund for Rory's education, fearing it may create distance between her and Lorelai.
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1.19Emily in WonderlandApr 26, 2001Rate
Emily finds the modest home where Lorelai and Rory once lived to be unsettling, which leads her to redesign Rory's bedroom in an attempt to create a more refined living environment.
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1.20P.S. I Lo...May 3, 2001Rate
Rory is upset with Lorelai for not informing her that she has started a new relationship, leading to tension between the two.
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1.21Love, Daisies and TroubadoursMay 10, 2001Rate
Rory confronts Dean about her true feelings. At the same time, Rachel notices increasing tension between Lorelai and Luke and decides to intervene.
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