Gilmore Girls: Season 1
Episode Guide
Season 1 Progress Shield
Pilot
Oct 5, 2000 · 44 min
When Rory is accepted to attend a prestigious prep school, Lorelai must swallow her pride and ask her wealthy parents for help paying the tuition.
The Lorelais' First Day at Chilton
Oct 12, 2000 · 43 min
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.
Kill Me Now
Oct 19, 2000 · 43 min
When Rory and Richard bond during a day of golf at the club, Lorelai feels jealous of Rory's deepening connection with her grandparents.
The Deer Hunters
Oct 26, 2000 · 43 min
After Rory receives a bad grade on her English paper, Lorelai helps her cram for a big Shakespeare exam – but catastrophe strikes on test day.
Cinnamon's Wake
Nov 2, 2000 · 42 min
Lorelai admits she has feelings for someone. Meanwhile, Rory has a budding relationship of her own that is moving forward.
Rory's Birthday Parties
Nov 9, 2000 · 44 min
Rory clashes with Emily when Emily plans a formal birthday party for her. Meanwhile, Lorelai organizes a casual get-together to celebrate.
Kiss and Tell
Nov 16, 2000 · 44 min
Rory shares a romantic moment with Dean, but doesn't tell Lorelai. When Lorelai hears about it from Mrs. Kim, she invites Dean over for movie night.
Love and War and Snow
Dec 14, 2000 · 44 min
Snow strands Rory at her grandparents' home, while Lorelai spends the day with her beau. Meanwhile, Lane misses Rory and comes to visit.
Rory's Dance
Dec 20, 2000 · 44 min
Rory attends her first dance with Dean but they get home late, causing Emily and Lorelai to fight over Lorelai's mothering skills.
Forgiveness and Stuff
Dec 21, 2000 · 42 min
Misfortune strikes at the Gilmores' Christmas party. Dean assures Lorelai that nothing improper happened the night he and Rory fell asleep together.
Paris is Burning
Jan 11, 2001 · 44 min
After Paris causes a scandal by exposing the relationship between a parent and a teacher, she is confronted.
Double Date
Jan 18, 2001 · 42 min
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.
Concert Interruptus
Feb 15, 2001 · 39 min
Trouble ensues when Rory takes her friends to a Bangles concert in New York. Lorelai learns something about Luke's romantic past.
That Damn Donna Reed
Feb 22, 2001 · 44 min
Rory and Dean argue about women's roles after watching "The Donna Reed Show." Emily makes Lorelai face her feelings.
Christopher Returns
Mar 1, 2001 · 43 min
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.
Star-Crossed Lovers and Other Strangers
Mar 8, 2001 · 44 min
Rory and Dean celebrate their three-month anniversary, but things don't go as planned. Luke's ex-girlfriend Rachel arrives in town.
The Breakup, Part 2
Mar 15, 2001 · 44 min
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.
The Third Lorelai
Mar 22, 2001 · 44 min
When Lorelai's grandmother offers a trust fund for Rory's education, Emily fears losing contact with a financially independent Lorelai and Rory.
Emily in Wonderland
Apr 26, 2001 · 42 min
Emily is horrified when she sees the place where Lorelai and Rory first lived, so she sets out to create a perfect bedroom for Rory in her house.
P.S. I Lo...
May 3, 2001 · 43 min
Still upset over recent events, Rory becomes angry with Lorelai, who didn't tell her that she is dating again.
Love, Daisies and Troubadours
May 10, 2001 · 43 min
Rory finally tells Dean the truth about how she feels about him. Sensing something between Lorelai and Luke, Rachel makes a decision.