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The Best Episodes of Gilmore Girls Season 2

Every episode of Gilmore Girls Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Gilmore Girls Season 2!

The Best Episodes of Gilmore Girls Season 2

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...

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  1. 7.8/10(10 votes)

    #1 - The Road Trip to Harvard

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    S2:E4

    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.

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  2. 7.8/10(10 votes)

    #2 - The Bracebridge Dinner

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    S2:E10

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

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  3. 7.8/10(10 votes)

    #3 - Dead Uncles & Vegetables

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    S2:E17

    Lorelai and Rory help out at the diner while Luke makes funeral arrangements. Emily goes overboard helping to plan a wedding.

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  4. 7.7/10(10 votes)

    #4 - A-Tisket, A-Tasket

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    S2:E13

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

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  5. 7.7/10(10 votes)

    #5 - There's the Rub

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    S2:E16

    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.

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  6. 7.7/10(10 votes)

    #6 - Teach Me Tonight

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    S2:E19

    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.

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  8. 7.6/10(12 votes)

    #7 - Sadie, Sadie

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    S2:E1

    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.

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  9. 7.6/10(10 votes)

    #8 - Presenting Lorelai Gilmore

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    S2:E6

    Rory surprises everyone by agreeing to make her debut at a ball, and Lorelai finds herself attracted to a changed man.

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  10. 7.6/10(10 votes)

    #9 - Lorelai's Graduation Day

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    S2:E21

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

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  11. 7.5/10(10 votes)

    #10 - Hammers and Veils

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    S2:E2

    Rory's sudden flurry of extracurricular activity strains her relationship with Dean. Emily is cold when Lorelai finally reveals her big news.

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  12. 7.5/10(11 votes)

    #11 - Like Mother, Like Daughter

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    S2:E7

    Advised to become more social at Chilton, Rory winds up in the most popular school clique, while Lorelai helps with a fundraising fashion show.

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  13. 7.5/10(10 votes)

    #12 - The Ins and Outs of Inns

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    S2:E8

    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.

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  14. 7.5/10(10 votes)

    #13 - Richard in Stars Hollow

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    S2:E12

    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.

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  15. 7.5/10(10 votes)

    #14 - Lost & Found

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    S2:E15

    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.

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  16. 7.5/10(10 votes)

    #15 - Help Wanted

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    S2:E20

    Lorelai helps Richard establish a consulting business. Rory becomes angry that everyone blames Jess for what happened to her.

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  17. 7.4/10(10 votes)

    #16 - Run Away, Little Boy

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    S2:E9

    When Rory and her classmate Tristan are cast as Romeo and Juliet in a school play, a jealous Dean insists on attending every rehearsal.

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  18. 7.4/10(10 votes)

    #17 - It Should've Been Lorelai

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    S2:E14

    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.

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  19. 7.4/10(10 votes)

    #18 - Back in the Saddle Again

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    S2:E18

    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.

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  20. 7.3/10(11 votes)

    #19 - Red Light on the Wedding Night

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    S2:E3

    During a wild party, Lorelai impulsively calls someone, and their conversation gives her second thoughts about her plans.

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  21. 7.2/10(11 votes)

    #20 - Nick & Nora/Sid & Nancy

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    S2:E5

    Lorelai tries to dissuade Luke from allowing his relative to live with him. Rory finds herself attracted to another boy.

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  22. 7.1/10(9 votes)

    #21 - Secrets and Loans

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    S2:E11

    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.

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  23. 7.0/10(11 votes)

    #22 - I Can't Get Started

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    S2:E22

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

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"The Road Trip to Harvard" is the best rated episode of "Gilmore Girls" season 2. It scored 7.8/10 based on 10 votes. Directed by Jamie Babbit and written by Daniel Palladino, it aired on 10/23/2001. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "The Bracebridge Dinner".