The Best Episodes of Gilmore Girls

Lorelai invites friends and family to do a test run of the Dragonfly Inn opening. Two suitors pursue Lorelai.

Director: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Luke gets to know April. Rory tries to get the school newspaper published after the staff quits. All four Gilmores vent their frustrations.

Director: Kenny Ortega

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

In this series finale, Rory makes a sudden change in her summer plans, and Luke enlists everyone in Stars Hollow to throw her a farewell party.

Director: Lee Shallat Chemel

Writer: David S. Rosenthal

Lorelai forces Rory to be her partner at the Stars Hollow dance marathon, where Rory can't stop arguing with a boy – and another definitely notices.

Director: Kenny Ortega

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Rory and Lorelai prepare for Rory's graduation from Chilton. But major developments involving the inn threaten to dampen the festivities.

Director: Jamie Babbit

Writer: Daniel Palladino

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.

Director: Chris Long

Writer: Daniel Palladino

Lorelai and Rory throw Emily a party. Richard and Emily recommit to their marriage. Rory tells Logan what she wants from him.

Director: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Rory attends her first dance with Dean but they get home late, causing Emily and Lorelai to fight over Lorelai's mothering skills.

Director: Lesli Linka Glatter

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

On the day before the wedding, Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Meanwhile, Rory is thrilled when a familiar face returns to Stars Hollow.

Director: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Writer: John Stephens, Amy Sherman-Palladino

While Rory struggles to keep the budding rivalry between Dean and Jess under control, Lorelai invites most of Stars Hollow to an elaborate feast.

Director: Chris Long

Writer: Daniel Palladino

Lorelai is about to graduate from business school, so Rory secretly invites guests to her graduation ceremony. Rory makes a trip to New York.

Director: Jamie Babbit

Writer: Daniel Palladino

When Sherry goes into labor and asks Rory to stay with her at the hospital, Lorelai reminisces about the day Rory was born.

Director: Gail Mancuso

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

After the disastrous scene at her parents' recent social event, Lorelai begs her boyfriend not to give up on their relationship.

Director: Daniel Palladino

Writer: Daniel Palladino

Rory clashes with Emily when Emily plans a formal birthday party for her. Meanwhile, Lorelai organizes a casual get-together to celebrate.

Director: Sarah Pia Anderson

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Rory finally tells Dean the truth about how she feels about him. Sensing something between Lorelai and Luke, Rachel makes a decision.

Director: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Writer: Daniel Palladino

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.

Director: Chris Long

Writer: Daniel Palladino

Overwhelmed by her classwork, Rory confides in Dean, who's working on the construction crew at the Dragonfly Inn.

Director: Steve Clancy

Writer: Daniel Palladino, Amy Sherman-Palladino

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.

Director: Matthew Diamond

Writer: Daniel Palladino, Amy Sherman-Palladino

Logan takes Rory to a mysterious and elaborate event. After discovering that Lorelai has a new beau, Emily and Richard spend time with him.

Director: Kenny Ortega

Writer: Daniel Palladino

Richard and Emily return from their second honeymoon. Miserable Luke burns food and handles complaining customers by throwing them out of the diner.

Director: Jamie Babbit

Writer: Lisa Randolph

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.

Director: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

When her former boyfriend visits and reveals an amazing success, Rory begins rethinking the choices she's made with her life.

Director: Kenny Ortega

Writer: Daniel Palladino

Rory has a scary dream about what lies ahead for her. A visitor discusses Rory's future with Lorelai. Lorelai pours her heart out on karaoke night.

Director: Bethany Rooney

Writer: David S. Rosenthal

The annual Stars Hollow Picnic Basket Auction causes romantic complications when Jess outbids Dean to win a picnic lunch date with Rory.

Director: Robert Berlinger

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

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.

Director: Steven Robman

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino