The Best Episodes of Gilmore Girls Season 2

#1 Fan Favorite
8.1/10(1208 votes)
#1 - Sadie, Sadie...
S2:E110/9/2001
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.
Director:Amy Sherman-Palladino
Writer:Amy Sherman-Palladino
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Director:Amy Sherman-Palladino
Writer:Amy Sherman-Palladino
7.9/10(1155 votes)
#2 - Hammers and Veils
S2:E210/9/2001
Rory's sudden flurry of extracurricular activity strains her relationship with Dean. Emily is cold when Lorelai finally reveals her big news.
Director:Michael Katleman
Writer:Amy Sherman-Palladino
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Director:Michael Katleman
Writer:Amy Sherman-Palladino
7.8/10(1142 votes)
#3 - Red Light on the Wedding Night
S2:E310/16/2001
During a wild party, Lorelai impulsively calls someone, and their conversation gives her second thoughts about her plans.
Director:Gail Mancuso
Writer:Daniel Palladino
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Director:Gail Mancuso
Writer:Daniel Palladino
8.1/10(1270 votes)
#4 - The Road Trip to Harvard
S2:E410/23/2001
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.
Director:Jamie Babbit
Writer:Daniel Palladino
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Director:Jamie Babbit
Writer:Daniel Palladino
8.1/10(1205 votes)
#5 - Nick & Nora/Sid & Nancy
S2:E510/30/2001
Lorelai tries to dissuade Luke from allowing his relative to live with him. Rory finds herself attracted to another boy.
Director:Michael Katleman
Writer:Amy Sherman-Palladino
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Director:Michael Katleman
Writer:Amy Sherman-Palladino
8.1/10(1145 votes)
#6 - Presenting Lorelai Gilmore
S2:E611/6/2001
Rory surprises everyone by agreeing to make her debut at a ball, and Lorelai finds herself attracted to a changed man.
Director:Chris Long
Writer:Sheila R. Lawrence
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Director:Chris Long
Writer:Sheila R. Lawrence

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8.2/10(1161 votes)
#7 - Like Mother, Like Daughter
S2:E711/13/2001
Advised to become more social at Chilton, Rory winds up in the most popular school clique, while Lorelai helps with a fundraising fashion show.
Director:Dennis Erdman
Writer:Joan Binder Weiss
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Director:Dennis Erdman
Writer:Joan Binder Weiss
7.8/10(1080 votes)
#8 - The Ins and Outs of Inns
S2:E811/20/2001
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.
Director:Michael Katleman
Writer:Daniel Palladino
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Director:Michael Katleman
Writer:Daniel Palladino
7.9/10(1127 votes)
#9 - Run Away, Little Boy
S2:E911/27/2001
When Rory and her classmate Tristan are cast as Romeo and Juliet in a school play, a jealous Dean insists on attending every rehearsal.
Director:Danny Leiner
Writer:John Stephens
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Director:Danny Leiner
Writer:John Stephens
8.6/10(1310 votes)
#10 - The Bracebridge Dinner
S2:E1012/11/2001
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
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Director:Chris Long
Writer:Daniel Palladino
7.6/10(1068 votes)
#11 - Secrets and Loans
S2:E111/22/2002
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.
Director:Nicole Holofcener
Writer:Linda Loiselle Guzik
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Director:Nicole Holofcener
Writer:Linda Loiselle Guzik
7.9/10(1080 votes)
#12 - Richard in Stars Hollow
S2:E121/29/2002
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.
Director:Steve Gomer
Writer:Frank Lombardi
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Director:Steve Gomer
Writer:Frank Lombardi
8.4/10(1213 votes)
#13 - A-Tisket, A-Tasket
S2:E132/5/2002
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
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Director:Robert Berlinger
Writer:Amy Sherman-Palladino
7.8/10(1052 votes)
#14 - It Should've Been Lorelai
S2:E142/12/2002
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.
Director:Lesli Linka Glatter
Writer:Daniel Palladino
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Director:Lesli Linka Glatter
Writer:Daniel Palladino
8.0/10(1064 votes)
#15 - Lost & Found
S2:E152/26/2002
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.
Director:Gail Mancuso
Writer:Amy Sherman-Palladino
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Director:Gail Mancuso
Writer:Amy Sherman-Palladino
8.4/10(1175 votes)
#16 - There's the Rub
S2:E164/9/2002
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.
Director:Amy Sherman-Palladino
Writer:Sheila R. Lawrence
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Director:Amy Sherman-Palladino
Writer:Sheila R. Lawrence
7.9/10(1057 votes)
#17 - Dead Uncles & Vegetables
S2:E174/16/2002
Lorelai and Rory help out at the diner while Luke makes funeral arrangements. Emily goes overboard helping to plan a wedding.
Director:Jamie Babbit
Writer:Daniel Palladino
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Director:Jamie Babbit
Writer:Daniel Palladino
7.8/10(1030 votes)
#18 - Back in the Saddle Again
S2:E184/23/2002
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.
Director:Kevin Dowling
Writer:Linda Loiselle Guzik
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Director:Kevin Dowling
Writer:Linda Loiselle Guzik
8.4/10(1237 votes)
#19 - Teach Me Tonight
S2:E194/30/2002
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
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Director:Steven Robman
Writer:Amy Sherman-Palladino
7.9/10(1029 votes)
#20 - Help Wanted
S2:E205/7/2002
Lorelai helps Richard establish a consulting business. Rory becomes angry that everyone blames Jess for what happened to her.
Director:Chris Long
Writer:Allan Heinberg
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Director:Chris Long
Writer:Allan Heinberg
8.6/10(1226 votes)
#21 - Lorelai's Graduation Day
S2:E215/14/2002
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
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Director:Jamie Babbit
Writer:Daniel Palladino
8.7/10(1267 votes)
#22 - I Can't Get Started
S2:E225/21/2002
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
Writers:John Stephens, Amy Sherman-Palladino
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Director:Amy Sherman-Palladino
Writers:John Stephens, Amy Sherman-Palladino