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Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life: Limited Series

4 episodes Premiered Nov 25, 2016 Updated Oct 1, 2026

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S1·E1 Mytharc

Winter

Nov 25, 2016 · 91 min

Fresh from a career high, Rory pays a visit to Stars Hollow. Emily copes with Richard's death. The inn keeps Lorelai busy as she ponders her future.

S1·E2 Core

Spring

Nov 25, 2016 · 89 min

As Rory's secret London love affair continues, working on her book proposal becomes increasingly difficult. Lorelai and Emily go to therapy together.

S1·E3 Core

Summer

Nov 25, 2016 · 90 min

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.

S1·E4 Mytharc

Fall

Nov 25, 2016 · 102 min

At odds with the most important people in her life, Lorelai seeks wisdom in nature. Rory goes out for a wild night with an unexpected crowd.