Gilmore Girls
Gilmore Girls: Season 2

Air Date

October 9, 2001

Episodes

22 episodes

Gilmore Girls

Season 2

Episodes

Sadie, Sadie

1. Sadie, Sadie

7.6
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.

Hammers and Veils

2. Hammers and Veils

7.5
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.

Red Light on the Wedding Night

3. Red Light on the Wedding Night

7.3
October 16, 2001
43 min

During a wild party, Lorelai impulsively calls someone, and their conversation gives her second thoughts about her plans.

The Road Trip to Harvard

4. The Road Trip to Harvard

7.8
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.

Nick & Nora/Sid & Nancy

5. Nick & Nora/Sid & Nancy

7.2
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.

Presenting Lorelai Gilmore

6. Presenting Lorelai Gilmore

7.6
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.

Like Mother, Like Daughter

7. Like Mother, Like Daughter

7.5
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.

The Ins and Outs of Inns

8. The Ins and Outs of Inns

7.5
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.

Run Away, Little Boy

9. Run Away, Little Boy

7.4
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.

The Bracebridge Dinner

10. The Bracebridge Dinner

7.8
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.

Secrets and Loans

11. Secrets and Loans

7.1
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.

Richard in Stars Hollow

12. Richard in Stars Hollow

7.5
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.

A-Tisket, A-Tasket

13. A-Tisket, A-Tasket

7.7
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.

It Should've Been Lorelai

14. It Should've Been Lorelai

7.4
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.

Lost & Found

15. Lost & Found

7.5
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.

There's the Rub

16. There's the Rub

7.7
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.

Dead Uncles & Vegetables

17. Dead Uncles & Vegetables

7.8
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.

Back in the Saddle Again

18. Back in the Saddle Again

7.4
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.

Teach Me Tonight

19. Teach Me Tonight

7.7
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.

Help Wanted

20. Help Wanted

7.5
May 7, 2002
43 min

Lorelai helps Richard establish a consulting business. Rory becomes angry that everyone blames Jess for what happened to her.

Lorelai's Graduation Day

21. Lorelai's Graduation Day

7.6
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.

I Can't Get Started

22. I Can't Get Started

7.0
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.