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Episode 1
Sadie, Sadie…
October 9, 2001, 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.
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Episode 2
Hammers and Veils
October 9, 2001, 44 min
Rory's sudden flurry of extracurricular activity strains her relationship with Dean. Emily is cold when Lorelai finally reveals her big news.
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Episode 3
Red Light on the Wedding Night
October 16, 2001, 43 min
During a wild party, Lorelai impulsively calls someone, and their conversation gives her second thoughts about her plans.
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Episode 4
The Road Trip to Harvard
October 23, 2001, 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.
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Episode 5
Nick & Nora/Sid & Nancy
October 30, 2001, 44 min
Lorelai tries to dissuade Luke from allowing his relative to live with him. Rory finds herself attracted to another boy.
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Episode 6
Presenting Lorelai Gilmore
November 6, 2001, 44 min
Rory surprises everyone by agreeing to make her debut at a ball, and Lorelai finds herself attracted to a changed man.
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Episode 7
Like Mother, Like Daughter
November 13, 2001, 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.
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Episode 8
The Ins and Outs of Inns
November 20, 2001, 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.
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Episode 9
Run Away, Little Boy
November 27, 2001, 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.
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Episode 10
The Bracebridge Dinner
December 11, 2001, 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.
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Episode 11
Secrets and Loans
January 22, 2002, 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.
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Episode 12
Richard in Stars Hollow
January 29, 2002, 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.
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Episode 13
A-Tisket, A-Tasket
February 5, 2002, 43 min
The annual Stars Hollow Picnic Basket Auction causes romantic complications when Jess outbids Dean to win a picnic lunch date with Rory.
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Episode 14
It Should’ve Been Lorelai
February 12, 2002, 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.
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Episode 15
Lost & Found
February 26, 2002, 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.
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Episode 16
There’s the Rub
April 9, 2002, 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.
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Episode 17
Dead Uncles & Vegetables
April 16, 2002, 44 min
Lorelai and Rory help out at the diner while Luke makes funeral arrangements. Emily goes overboard helping to plan a wedding.
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Episode 18
Back in the Saddle Again
April 23, 2002, 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.
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Episode 19
Teach Me Tonight
April 30, 2002, 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.
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Episode 20
Help Wanted
May 7, 2002, 43 min
Lorelai helps Richard establish a consulting business. Rory becomes angry that everyone blames Jess for what happened to her.
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Episode 21
Lorelai’s Graduation Day
May 14, 2002, 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.
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Episode 22
I Can’t Get Started
May 21, 2002, 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.