The Best Episodes Written By Amy Sherman Palladino

When the dance studio springs a leak, Michelle lets the girls change for class in her house. But when one of them lies about stealing from her, Michelle puts her foot down. Meanwhile, the girls tease Ginny about dating the same boy since second grade.

Director: Jackson Douglas

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Midge's life is in a tailspin in the wake of Joel leaving. Midge and Joel's parents butt heads while trying to keep their family together. Susie pushes Midge to get back on stage and find her voice.

Director: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

The very last episode of the series.

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

Becky runs away from home to live with Jackie.

Director: Gail Mancuso

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Roseanne is stunned when Becky asks for advice about birth control.

Director: Andrew D. Weyman

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Roseanne is convinced that Kathy Bowman will take revenge for the Halloween prank she played on her; Jackie flirts with a moose at the Lodge costume party.

Director: Andrew D. Weyman

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Roseanne and Jackie go to Kansas City to visit their father's mistress; Dan intends to beat up Becky's obnoxious boss.

Director: Andrew D. Weyman

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

A doctor recommends that Roseanne undergo breast reduction surgery for her back problems.

Director: Gail Mancuso

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Roseanne mortifies Darlene with a sweet sixteen party, then sends her off to her friends while the adults enjoy the festivities, which include a game of Truth or Dare; the Tildens move in next door; Darlene dyes her hair black to make Roseanne mad, but is shocked when Roseanne reacts differently.

Director: Andrew D. Weyman

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Darlene does NOT serve meat at the counter. She is forced to work there by Roseanne, but out of principal, will not serve the meat. That was her whole point

Director: Andrew D. Weyman

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

The death of their father finds Jackie blubbering, but Roseanne angry -- and sharing a drink with the "other woman" in his life.

Director: Andrew D. Weyman

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Dan and Roseanne try to talk Mark into coming back to Becky; meanwhile, Roseanne finds out that David is living with Darlene and heads for Chicago to confront them.

Director: Philip Charles MacKenzie

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Michelle and Fanny begin to grow closer and enjoy each others creative input as they prepare for Fanny's annual production of The Nutcracker. Michelle is organizing the fundraiser, advising the girls on their boy drama and feeling more at home than ever before. But their newfound harmony is soon disrupted by honest mistakes. Meanwhile, Boo decides to make a move on the guy she likes.

Director: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

The girls secretly follow Michelle to a Broadway musical audition in Hollywood. Meanwhile, Fanny returns. Michelle's brother, Scotty, pops back up unannounced. And Sasha thinks the girls need to take their relationships with their boyfriends to the next level.

Director: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Rory's first day at Chilton doesn't go smoothly: First, Lorelai's attire offends Emily and the headmaster; then Rory meets some obnoxious classmates.

Director: Arlene Sanford

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

After recent events, Rory keeps busy, refusing to give in to self-pity. Meanwhile, Stars Hollow's residents rally around her, much to her dismay.

Director: Nick Marck

Writer: Amy Sherman-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

Michelle's rocky start with her new mother-in-law finally seems to smooth out, until an unexpected occurrence turns everything on end. Michelle quickly finds herself back at odds with Fanny, but at the same time wanting to empathize with her. Inspired by Fanny's students, Michelle has an idea to help Fanny face the reality of the situation.

Director: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Fresh from a career high, Rory pays a visit to Stars Hollow. Emily copes with Richard’s death. The inn keeps Lorelai busy as she ponders her future.

Director: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Writer: Amy Sherman-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

Lorelai goes on a hellish double date with Sookie, Jackson and Jackson's odd cousin. Meanwhile, Rory double dates with Dean, Lane and Dean's friend.

Director: Lev L. Spiro

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

In 1958 New York, Midge Maisel's life is on track- husband, kids, and elegant Yom Kippur dinners in their Upper West Side apartment. But when her life takes a surprise turn, she has to quickly decide what else she's good at - and going from housewife to stand-up comic is a wild choice to everyone but her.

Director: Amy Sherman-Palladino

Writer: Amy Sherman-Palladino

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

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