The Best Episodes of Gilmore Girls Season 2

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Director: Gail Mancuso

Writer: Daniel Palladino

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

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

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

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