Gilmore Girls (Season 2)

Life's short. Talk fast.

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.

Sadie, Sadie (Episode 1) 7.1
Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino
Air date: 2001-10-09
Runtime: 41 min
Overview: 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.
Hammers and Veils (Episode 2) 7.0
Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino
Air date: 2001-10-09
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: Rory's sudden flurry of extracurricular activity strains her relationship with Dean. Emily is cold when Lorelai finally reveals her big news.
Red Light on the Wedding Night (Episode 3) 7.3
Writer: Daniel Palladino
Air date: 2001-10-16
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: During a wild party, Lorelai impulsively calls someone, and their conversation gives her second thoughts about her plans.
The Road Trip to Harvard (Episode 4) 7.8
Writer: Daniel Palladino
Air date: 2001-10-23
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: 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.
Nick & Nora/Sid & Nancy (Episode 5) 7.2
Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino
Air date: 2001-10-30
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: Lorelai tries to dissuade Luke from allowing his relative to live with him. Rory finds herself attracted to another boy.
Presenting Lorelai Gilmore (Episode 6) 7.6
Writer: Sheila R. Lawrence
Air date: 2001-11-06
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: Rory surprises everyone by agreeing to make her debut at a ball, and Lorelai finds herself attracted to a changed man.
Like Mother, Like Daughter (Episode 7) 7.5
Writer: Joan Binder Weiss
Air date: 2001-11-13
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: Advised to become more social at Chilton, Rory winds up in the most popular school clique, while Lorelai helps with a fundraising fashion show.
The Ins and Outs of Inns (Episode 8) 7.5
Writer: Daniel Palladino
Air date: 2001-11-20
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: 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.
Run Away, Little Boy (Episode 9) 6.9
Writer: John Stephens
Air date: 2001-11-27
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: When Rory and her classmate Tristan are cast as Romeo and Juliet in a school play, a jealous Dean insists on attending every rehearsal.
The Bracebridge Dinner (Episode 10) 8.0
Writer: Daniel Palladino
Air date: 2001-12-11
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: While Rory struggles to keep the budding rivalry between Dean and Jess under control, Lorelai invites most of Stars Hollow to an elaborate feast.
Secrets and Loans (Episode 11) 6.9
Writer: Linda Loiselle Guzik
Air date: 2002-01-22
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: 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.
Richard in Stars Hollow (Episode 12) 6.9
Writer: Frank Lombardi
Air date: 2002-01-29
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: 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.
A-Tisket, A-Tasket (Episode 13) 7.9
Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino
Air date: 2002-02-05
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: The annual Stars Hollow Picnic Basket Auction causes romantic complications when Jess outbids Dean to win a picnic lunch date with Rory.
It Should've Been Lorelai (Episode 14) 6.8
Writer: Daniel Palladino
Air date: 2002-02-12
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: 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.
Lost & Found (Episode 15) 6.9
Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino
Air date: 2002-02-26
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: 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.
There's the Rub (Episode 16) 7.7
Writer: Sheila R. Lawrence
Air date: 2002-04-09
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: 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.
Dead Uncles & Vegetables (Episode 17) 7.2
Writer: Daniel Palladino
Air date: 2002-04-16
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: Lorelai and Rory help out at the diner while Luke makes funeral arrangements. Emily goes overboard helping to plan a wedding.
Back in the Saddle Again (Episode 18) 6.8
Writer: Linda Loiselle Guzik
Air date: 2002-04-23
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: 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.
Teach Me Tonight (Episode 19) 7.7
Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino
Air date: 2002-04-30
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: 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.
Help Wanted (Episode 20) 6.9
Writer: Allan Heinberg
Air date: 2002-05-07
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Lorelai helps Richard establish a consulting business. Rory becomes angry that everyone blames Jess for what happened to her.
Lorelai's Graduation Day (Episode 21) 7.8
Writer: Daniel Palladino
Air date: 2002-05-14
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: Lorelai is about to graduate from business school, so Rory secretly invites guests to her graduation ceremony. Rory makes a trip to New York.
I Can't Get Started (Episode 22) 7.2
Writer: John Stephens
Air date: 2002-05-21
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: On the day before the wedding, Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Meanwhile, Rory is thrilled when a familiar face returns to Stars Hollow.