Gilmore Girls (Season 4)

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.

Ballrooms and Biscotti (Episode 1) 6.3
Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino
Air date: 2003-09-23
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: After returning from a summer of backpacking through Europe, Rory and Lorelai frantically prepare for Rory's move to college.
The Lorelais' First Day at Yale (Episode 2) 7.6
Writer: Daniel Palladino
Air date: 2003-09-30
Runtime: 42 min
Overview: 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.
The Hobbit, the Sofa, and Digger Stiles (Episode 3) 7.3
Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino
Air date: 2003-10-07
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: Emily redecorates Rory's dorm room without her permission. Lorelai and Sookie cater a kids' birthday party with a "Lord of the Rings" theme.
Chicken or Beef? (Episode 4) 7.2
Writer: Jane Espenson
Air date: 2003-10-14
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: While visiting Stars Hollow for the weekend, Rory encounters Dean, who awkwardly invites her to an event the next day.
The Fundamental Things Apply (Episode 5) 7.2
Writer: John Stephens
Air date: 2003-10-21
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: 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.
An Affair to Remember (Episode 6) 7.4
Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino
Air date: 2003-10-28
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: 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.
The Festival of Living Art (Episode 7) 7.3
Writer: Daniel Palladino
Air date: 2003-11-04
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: Rory and Lorelai participate in a Stars Hollow event in which the townspeople dress up and present tableaux imitating famous paintings.
Die, Jerk (Episode 8) 7.0
Writer: Daniel Palladino
Air date: 2003-11-11
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Rory tries to spice up her articles for the student newspaper. Luke admits to Lorelai that he is revisiting a past relationship.
Ted Koppel's Big Night Out (Episode 9) 7.1
Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino
Air date: 2003-11-18
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: Emily realizes that Richard has been secretly meeting someone for lunch for years. Lorelai accepts an invitation to dinner.
The Nanny and the Professor (Episode 10) 7.0
Writer: Scott Kaufer
Air date: 2004-01-20
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Lorelai and Sookie renovate their inn. Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Rory is irritated by Paris's new relationship.
In the Clamor and the Clangor (Episode 11) 7.3
Writer: Janet Leahy
Air date: 2004-01-27
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: 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.
A Family Matter (Episode 12) 6.5
Writer: Daniel Palladino
Air date: 2004-02-03
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Luke is wary when his sister comes to town. Lorelai hesitates to tell her parents about her new beau. Paris's affair gets serious.
Nag Hammadi Is Where They Found the Gnostic Gospels (Episode 13) 7.3
Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino
Air date: 2004-02-10
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Rory crosses paths with Jess in Stars Hollow. Luke's sister visits Stars Hollow and introduces her new boyfriend to her brother.
The Incredible Sinking Lorelais (Episode 14) 7.3
Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino
Air date: 2004-02-17
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Overwhelmed by her classwork, Rory confides in Dean, who's working on the construction crew at the Dragonfly Inn.
Scene in a Mall (Episode 15) 7.0
Writer: Daniel Palladino
Air date: 2004-02-24
Runtime: 41 min
Overview: 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.
The Reigning Lorelai (Episode 16) 7.3
Writer: Jane Espenson
Air date: 2004-03-02
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Richard is devastated by a sudden loss. Emily receives a shock when she finds an old letter that was written to Richard.
Girls in Bikinis, Boys Doin' the Twist (Episode 17) 7.0
Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino
Air date: 2004-04-13
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Rory and Paris head south for their first spring break in Florida, where they run into a couple of their old pals from Chilton.
Tick, Tick, Tick, Boom! (Episode 18) 6.8
Writer: Daniel Palladino
Air date: 2004-04-20
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Jason and Richard are sued. Rory is upset by a decision Dean has made. Dean is told to stop spending time with Rory.
Afterboom (Episode 19) 7.4
Writer: Sheila R. Lawrence
Air date: 2004-04-27
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Lorelai confronts her father when she learns that he has cut business ties. Luke gives Lorelai an update on his love life.
Luke Can See Her Face (Episode 20) 7.5
Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino
Air date: 2004-05-04
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: 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.
Last Week Fights, This Week Tights (Episode 21) 7.3
Writer: Daniel Palladino
Air date: 2004-05-11
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: 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.
Raincoats and Recipes (Episode 22) 6.3
Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino
Air date: 2004-05-18
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Lorelai invites friends and family to do a test run of the Dragonfly Inn opening. Two suitors pursue Lorelai.