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The Best Episodes Written By David Babcock

Every TV Episode Written by David Babcock Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters

David Babcock Ratings Summary

"Gumbo & Glory" is the best rated episode written by David Babcock. It scored 9.5/10 based on 2 votes. It was directed by Andrew McCarthy. It aired on 10/10/2011 and is rated 0.5 points higher than their second-best episode, "Snowflakes & Soulmates".

  • Gumbo & Glory
    9.5/102 votes

    #1 - Gumbo & Glory

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/10/2011

    Zoe enters a gumbo contest in yet another attempt to prove she can fit in as a Bluebell resident; Lavon has a crush on Zoe and Brick's new receptionist, and the news sours Lemon; and Zoe and Brick must look past their differences to save someone's life.

    Director: Andrew McCarthy

    Writer: David Babcock

  • Snowflakes & Soulmates
    9.0/102 votes

    #2 - Snowflakes & Soulmates

    Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 2/20/2012

    Zoe Hart is thrilled to see snow in Bluebell, but the rest of the town is superstitious that it will bring bad luck. When Lavon’s parents make a visit to Bluebell, Lavon thinks it’s the perfect opportunity to introduce them to Didi, but the introduction doesn’t exactly go according to plan. Lemon and George make a big decision about their future.

    Director: Andy Wolk

    Writer: David Babcock

  • Hairdos & Holidays
    8.7/103 votes

    #3 - Hairdos & Holidays

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 12/5/2011

    Zoe encourages Rose to enter the annual Miss Cinnamon Cider Pageant even though Lemon’s younger sister, Magnolia Breeland, is a shoo-in to win. Of course, with Zoe coaching Rose and Lemon coaching Magnolia, rivalry takes on a whole new meaning. Meanwhile, George and Wade go on a road trip to pick up a Christmas tree for Bluebell’s town square. Also, in flashbacks, we learn some of the history of Lemon’s relationship with her mother, as well as the details of when Lemon and Lavon first realized they had a connection.

    Director: David Paymer

    Writer: David Babcock

  • Resolved
    8.0/101 votes

    #4 - Resolved

    Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 11/7/2010

    Justin suddenly takes a much more keen interest in Holly's recovery after a nurse (guest starring Odette Yustman as Annie) at the hospital catches his eye; Nora's fellow radio host, psychiatrist Dr. Karl, finds his way into Nora's heart when he helps Sarah and Kitty resolve some old sisterly squabbles; and Paige helps Kevin and Scotty find forgiveness.

    Director: Michael Schultz

    Writer: David Babcock

  • One That Got Away
    8.0/101 votes

    #5 - One That Got Away

    Season 5 Episode 14 - Aired 2/13/2011

    The Walkers' plans to celebrate Valentine's Day go horribly wrong when Tommy tells Sarah about another secret that Nora has kept buried since they were kids, and Saul's hopes for a romantic evening with Jonathan are dashed by a visiting high profile food critic.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: David Babcock

  • The Homecoming
    7.5/102 votes

    #6 - The Homecoming

    Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 9/26/2010

    It's been a year since the Walker family was torn apart by a tragic car accident, and in a very un-Walker like fashion, everyone has been avoiding everyone else. Truths and reality only start to set in when the family is forced to come together for Justin's homecoming party: Nora tries to prepare for the party, but is not acting like the mother she used to be; Sarah is consumed with the Narrow Lake deal; Kevin has a new career as public defense attorney; Saul and Scotty are running their restaurant; and Kitty's life has become a taboo subject for everyone.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: David Babcock

  • To Whom It May Concern
    7.1/107 votes

    #7 - To Whom It May Concern

    Season 7 Episode 12 - Aired 1/30/2007

    Rory makes amends with Lucy while Christopher finds the letter Lorelai wrote for Luke's character reference. Rory witnesses a frightening sight while at Richard's Economics class. Sookie is acting weirdly so Lorelai makes Jackson confess: Sookie is pregnant again, even though Sookie told Jackson to get a vasectomy.

    Director: Jamie Babbit

    Writer: David Babcock

  • French Twist
    6.5/106 votes

    #8 - French Twist

    Season 7 Episode 7 - Aired 11/14/2006

    Lorelai and Chris fly to France to take Gigi to see her mother, Sherry. Once there, Chris proposes to Lorelai and the couple return to Stars Hollow as Mr. and Mrs. Hayden. The joy of Rory's trip to the country (Stars Hollow) with Lucy and Olivia is dampened by Rory's breakdown regarding her fears for the future, and the unexpected appearance of a past friend who disavows having known Rory. Zach and Lane find out they're having twins and break the news of their impending parenthood to Mrs. Kim, with unexpected consequences.

    Director: Lee Shallat Chemel

    Writer: David Babcock

  • Higher Ground
    6.3/103 votes

    #9 - Higher Ground

    Season 1 Episode 20 - Aired 5/1/2014

    Mary hires a mercenary to help her save Scotland. Meanwhile, Francis prepares France to wage war on England, and Leith becomes his ally in this endeavor; and Lola and Julien's bond deepens, but she fears he will betray her.

    Director: Sudz Sutherland

    Writer: David Babcock

  • Gilmore Girls Only
    5.9/107 votes

    #10 - Gilmore Girls Only

    Season 7 Episode 17 - Aired 3/6/2007

    Lorelai plans a road trip to attend the wedding of Mia, the woman who served as a surrogate mother/grandmother to the girls for years. Rory has a fight with Logan over his immature reaction to his business disaster, and agrees to go on the trip with Lorelai. Emily invites herself along in an effort to get away from Richard, who is driving her crazy while he recuperates at home. At the wedding, Emily is upset by the close relationship Mia shares with Lorelai and Rory. Lorelai learns that Emily came to see Mia five years earlier to ask for pictures of Lorelai and Rory during the years they were estranged. Logan makes a surprise appearance and asks Rory to forgive him. Meanwhile, Lane and Zack ask Luke to be the godfather to their twins Steve and Kwan. Finally, Lane goes into labor and Luke helps get everyone to the hospital.

    Director: Lee Shallat Chemel

    Writer: David Babcock