Seasons & episodes
S2 · E1Sadie, Sadie... 2001-10-09 · 41 min
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.
S2 · E2Hammers and Veils 2001-10-09 · 44 min
Rory's sudden flurry of extracurricular activity strains her relationship with Dean. Emily is cold when Lorelai finally reveals her big news.
S2 · E3Red Light on the Wedding Night 2001-10-16 · 43 min
During a wild party, Lorelai impulsively calls someone, and their conversation gives her second thoughts about her plans.
S2 · E4The Road Trip to Harvard 2001-10-23 · 43 min
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.
S2 · E5Nick & Nora/Sid & Nancy 2001-10-30 · 44 min
Lorelai tries to dissuade Luke from allowing his relative to live with him. Rory finds herself attracted to another boy.
S2 · E6Presenting Lorelai Gilmore 2001-11-06 · 44 min
Rory surprises everyone by agreeing to make her debut at a ball, and Lorelai finds herself attracted to a changed man.
S2 · E7Like Mother, Like Daughter 2001-11-13 · 44 min
Advised to become more social at Chilton, Rory winds up in the most popular school clique, while Lorelai helps with a fundraising fashion show.
S2 · E8The Ins and Outs of Inns 2001-11-20 · 44 min
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.
S2 · E9Run Away, Little Boy 2001-11-27 · 44 min
When Rory and her classmate Tristan are cast as Romeo and Juliet in a school play, a jealous Dean insists on attending every rehearsal.
S2 · E10The Bracebridge Dinner 2001-12-11 · 44 min
While Rory struggles to keep the budding rivalry between Dean and Jess under control, Lorelai invites most of Stars Hollow to an elaborate feast.
S2 · E11Secrets and Loans 2002-01-22 · 43 min
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.
S2 · E12Richard in Stars Hollow 2002-01-29 · 44 min
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.
S2 · E13A-Tisket, A-Tasket 2002-02-05 · 43 min
The annual Stars Hollow Picnic Basket Auction causes romantic complications when Jess outbids Dean to win a picnic lunch date with Rory.
S2 · E14It Should've Been Lorelai 2002-02-12 · 42 min
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.
S2 · E15Lost & Found 2002-02-26 · 42 min
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.
S2 · E16There's the Rub 2002-04-09 · 44 min
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.
S2 · E17Dead Uncles & Vegetables 2002-04-16 · 44 min
Lorelai and Rory help out at the diner while Luke makes funeral arrangements. Emily goes overboard helping to plan a wedding.
S2 · E18Back in the Saddle Again 2002-04-23 · 44 min
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.
S2 · E19Teach Me Tonight 2002-04-30 · 44 min
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.
S2 · E20Help Wanted 2002-05-07 · 43 min
Lorelai helps Richard establish a consulting business. Rory becomes angry that everyone blames Jess for what happened to her.
S2 · E21Lorelai's Graduation Day 2002-05-14 · 42 min
Lorelai is about to graduate from business school, so Rory secretly invites guests to her graduation ceremony. Rory makes a trip to New York.
S2 · E22I Can't Get Started 2002-05-21 · 44 min
On the day before the wedding, Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Meanwhile, Rory is thrilled when a familiar face returns to Stars Hollow.