8.1/107 votes#1 - Ethan…Esther…Chaim
Season 4 Episode 7 - Aired 3/10/2022
Abe forgets his tobacco. Joel raises a glass with Moishe. Midge learns firsthand about America’s bicameral system of legislature.
Director: Daniel Palladino
Writer: Daniel Palladino
8.0/102 votes#2 - It's Not a Mint
Season 1 Episode 17 - Aired 2/18/2013
Meanwhile, the girls react in different ways to the boys in their lives: Sasha and Roman get closer, Ginny can't stop staring at Frankie, Boo is caught in the middle of an unintentional triangle and Melanie is being stalked by Dez.
Director: Daniel Palladino
Writer: Daniel Palladino
7.8/108 votes#3 - The Road Trip to Harvard
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 10/23/2001
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
7.8/1013 votes#4 - Spring
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 11/25/2016
As Rory's secret London love affair continues, working on her book proposal becomes increasingly difficult. Lorelai and Emily go to therapy together.
Director: Daniel Palladino
Writer: Daniel Palladino
7.6/109 votes#5 - Love, Daisies and Troubadours
Season 1 Episode 21 - Aired 5/10/2001
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
7.5/102 votes#6 - Rich Man, Wood Man
Season 10 Episode 19 - Aired 2/20/1992
The gang tries to bring Woody back to earth after a vacation in London with Kelly and her money.
Director: James Burrows
Writer: Daniel Palladino
7.5/102 votes#7 - Better Luck Next Year!
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 7/9/2012
A moving truck is being unloaded with everything that was in Michelle's apartment in Vegas, including things that were in the apartment that were not hers, as her landlord packed everything for her. Not having enough space for the things to be nicely put away, Michelle shoves them into the guesthouse and goes to sleep. Fanny wakes up Michelle in the middle of the night to talk and help her unpack or get organised and agrees to letting Michelle "borrow" her stove, as the kitchen in the guest house does not function. The next morning, Michelle gets caught eating chips and soda in her underwear by some of the ballet students.
Director: Daniel Palladino
Writer: Daniel Palladino
7.5/102 votes#8 - Blank Up, It's Time
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 8/6/2012
Michelle is thrown for a loop when she discovers Fanny has a longtime, long-distance boyfriend. And Fanny surprises Michelle again by inviting her to see a play. Meanwhile, Sasha's rebellious behavior starts to affect Fanny's class. Fanny responds by giving Boo a coveted role in an upcoming performance.
Director: Daniel Palladino
Writer: Daniel Palladino
7.5/102 votes#9 - Channing Tatum Is a Fine Actor
Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 1/14/2013
Truly is evicted from her shop; Carl insists that Boo meet his parents; Talia sets Michelle up on a blind date; the girls are intrigued by two talented young newcomers.
Director: Daniel Palladino
Writer: Daniel Palladino
7.5/102 votes#10 - The Astronaut and the Ballerina
Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 1/28/2013
Michelle's brother, Scotty, comes for a visit after yet another failed marriage. Meanwhile, Melanie's new interest in roller derby leaves Ginny feeling abandoned, while Boo and Carl are overwhelmed with child care duties.
Director: Daniel Palladino
Writer: Daniel Palladino
7.4/109 votes#11 - The Testi-Roastial
Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 5/4/2023
Susie is honored at the Friars Club.
Director: Daniel Palladino
Writer: Daniel Palladino
7.4/107 votes#12 - The Bracebridge Dinner
Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 12/11/2001
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
7.4/107 votes#13 - Dead Uncles & Vegetables
Season 2 Episode 17 - Aired 4/16/2002
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
7.4/107 votes#14 - The Lorelais' First Day at Yale
Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 9/30/2003
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
7.4/1010 votes#15 - Summer
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 11/25/2016
Rory tries to save the Stars Hollow Gazette from shutting down. Lorelai sits on the advisory committee for Taylor’s musical. Rory worries about Emily.
Director: Daniel Palladino
Writer: Daniel Palladino
7.4/1015 votes#16 - The Punishment Room
Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 12/4/2018
Midge puts her impeccable planning to the test as she helps Mary with her special day. Joel attempts to keep finances steady at Maisel and Roth and ends up on a treasure hunt. Midge's act flourishes, but Susie's finances take a hit. Back at Columbia, Rose finds herself out of her comfort zone when auditing classes.
Director: Scott Ellis
Writer: Daniel Palladino
7.3/109 votes#17 - Christopher Returns
Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 3/1/2001
Rory's father returns, causing tension in Emily and Richard's house – and forcing Lorelai to make a big decision about her family's future.
Director: Michael Katleman
Writer: Daniel Palladino
7.3/1014 votes#18 - It's the Sixties, Man!
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 12/5/2019
Midge struggles with Susie taking on a new client. Joel meets a mystery girl, Mei, who is as frustrating as she is intriguing. Abe initiates a new project with a group of young beatniks. Midge and Joel deal with their divorce.
Director: Daniel Attias
Writer: Daniel Palladino
7.2/1013 votes#19 - Cinnamon's Wake
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 11/2/2000
Lorelai admits she has feelings for someone. Meanwhile, Rory has a budding relationship of her own that is moving forward.
Director: Michael Katleman
Writer: Daniel Palladino
7.2/109 votes#20 - That Damn Donna Reed
Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 2/22/2001
Rory and Dean argue about women's roles after watching "The Donna Reed Show." Emily makes Lorelai face her feelings.
Director: Michael Katleman
Writer: Daniel Palladino
7.2/109 votes#21 - Red Light on the Wedding Night
Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 10/16/2001
During a wild party, Lorelai impulsively calls someone, and their conversation gives her second thoughts about her plans.
Director: Gail Mancuso
Writer: Daniel Palladino
7.2/106 votes#22 - Those Are Strings, Pinocchio
Season 3 Episode 22 - Aired 5/20/2003
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
7.2/106 votes#23 - The Festival of Living Art
Season 4 Episode 7 - Aired 11/4/2003
Rory and Lorelai participate in a Stars Hollow event in which the townspeople dress up and present tableaux imitating famous paintings.
Director: Chris Long
Writer: Daniel Palladino
7.2/105 votes#24 - Luke Can See Her Face
Season 4 Episode 20 - Aired 5/4/2004
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
7.2/106 votes#25 - You Jump, I Jump, Jack
Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 11/2/2004
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
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"Ethan…Esther…Chaim" is the best rated episode written by Daniel Palladino. It scored 8.143/10 based on 7 votes. It was directed by Daniel Palladino. It aired on 3/10/2022 and is rated 0.1 points higher than their second-best episode, "It's Not a Mint".