Seasons & episodes
S4 · E1Ballrooms and Biscotti 2003-09-23 · 43 min
After returning from a summer of backpacking through Europe, Rory and Lorelai frantically prepare for Rory's move to college.
S4 · E2The Lorelais' First Day at Yale 2003-09-30 · 42 min
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.
S4 · E3The Hobbit, the Sofa, and Digger Stiles 2003-10-07 · 44 min
Emily redecorates Rory's dorm room without her permission. Lorelai and Sookie cater a kids' birthday party with a "Lord of the Rings" theme.
S4 · E4Chicken or Beef? 2003-10-14 · 44 min
While visiting Stars Hollow for the weekend, Rory encounters Dean, who awkwardly invites her to an event the next day.
S4 · E5The Fundamental Things Apply 2003-10-21 · 44 min
Lorelai struggles to hide details of her life from Emily. Rory discovers that college dating isn't easy. Lorelai invites Luke over for movie night.
S4 · E6An Affair to Remember 2003-10-28 · 44 min
Emily hires Lorelai and Sookie to cater an elaborate launch party for Richard's new company, but insists they prove that they are worthy of her trust.
S4 · E7The Festival of Living Art 2003-11-04 · 44 min
Rory and Lorelai participate in a Stars Hollow event in which the townspeople dress up and present tableaux imitating famous paintings.
S4 · E8Die, Jerk 2003-11-11 · 43 min
Rory tries to spice up her articles for the student newspaper. Luke admits to Lorelai that he is revisiting a past relationship.
S4 · E9Ted Koppel's Big Night Out 2003-11-18 · 44 min
Emily realizes that Richard has been secretly meeting someone for lunch for years. Lorelai accepts an invitation to dinner.
S4 · E10The Nanny and the Professor 2004-01-20 · 43 min
Lorelai and Sookie renovate their inn. Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Rory is irritated by Paris's new relationship.
S4 · E11In the Clamor and the Clangor 2004-01-27 · 43 min
Lorelai is upset that Luke has gotten an apartment in another town. Rory learns that a guy she likes has been spreading false information about her.
S4 · E12A Family Matter 2004-02-03 · 43 min
Luke is wary when his sister comes to town. Lorelai hesitates to tell her parents about her new beau. Paris's affair gets serious.
S4 · E13Nag Hammadi Is Where They Found the Gnostic Gospels 2004-02-10 · 43 min
Rory crosses paths with Jess in Stars Hollow. Luke's sister visits Stars Hollow and introduces her new boyfriend to her brother.
S4 · E14The Incredible Sinking Lorelais 2004-02-17 · 43 min
Overwhelmed by her classwork, Rory confides in Dean, who's working on the construction crew at the Dragonfly Inn.
S4 · E15Scene in a Mall 2004-02-24 · 41 min
Rory gets a glimpse of Dean's new life. When Lorelai and Rory spend a day at the mall, they run into Emily on a wild shopping spree.
S4 · E16The Reigning Lorelai 2004-03-02 · 43 min
Richard is devastated by a sudden loss. Emily receives a shock when she finds an old letter that was written to Richard.
S4 · E17Girls in Bikinis, Boys Doin' the Twist 2004-04-13 · 43 min
Rory and Paris head south for their first spring break in Florida, where they run into a couple of their old pals from Chilton.
S4 · E18Tick, Tick, Tick, Boom! 2004-04-20 · 43 min
Jason and Richard are sued. Rory is upset by a decision Dean has made. Dean is told to stop spending time with Rory.
S4 · E19Afterboom 2004-04-27 · 43 min
Lorelai confronts her father when she learns that he has cut business ties. Luke gives Lorelai an update on his love life.
S4 · E20Luke Can See Her Face 2004-05-04 · 43 min
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.
S4 · E21Last Week Fights, This Week Tights 2004-05-11 · 43 min
Jess walks his mother down the aisle at her Renaissance-themed wedding. Luke asks his new love interest on a date. Dean confides in Rory.
S4 · E22Raincoats and Recipes 2004-05-18 · 43 min
Lorelai invites friends and family to do a test run of the Dragonfly Inn opening. Two suitors pursue Lorelai.