Gilmore Girls — Season 4
Life's short. Talk fast.
About this season
Set in the charming town of Stars Hollow, Connecticut, the series follows the captivating lives of Lorelai and Rory Gilmore, a mother/daughter pair who have a relationship most people only dream of.
Episodes (22)
1. Ballrooms and Biscotti
6.5Aired 23 September 2003 • 43 min
After returning from a summer of backpacking through Europe, Rory and Lorelai frantically prepare for Rory's move to college.
2. The Lorelais' First Day at Yale
7.8Aired 30 September 2003 • 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.
3. The Hobbit, the Sofa, and Digger Stiles
7.6Aired 7 October 2003 • 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.
4. Chicken or Beef?
7.4Aired 14 October 2003 • 44 min
While visiting Stars Hollow for the weekend, Rory encounters Dean, who awkwardly invites her to an event the next day.
5. The Fundamental Things Apply
7.4Aired 21 October 2003 • 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.
6. An Affair to Remember
7.5Aired 28 October 2003 • 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.
7. The Festival of Living Art
7.5Aired 4 November 2003 • 44 min
Rory and Lorelai participate in a Stars Hollow event in which the townspeople dress up and present tableaux imitating famous paintings.
8. Die, Jerk
7.4Aired 11 November 2003 • 43 min
Rory tries to spice up her articles for the student newspaper. Luke admits to Lorelai that he is revisiting a past relationship.
9. Ted Koppel's Big Night Out
7.4Aired 18 November 2003 • 44 min
Emily realizes that Richard has been secretly meeting someone for lunch for years. Lorelai accepts an invitation to dinner.
10. The Nanny and the Professor
7.3Aired 20 January 2004 • 43 min
Lorelai and Sookie renovate their inn. Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Rory is irritated by Paris's new relationship.
11. In the Clamor and the Clangor
7.7Aired 27 January 2004 • 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.
12. A Family Matter
6.7Aired 3 February 2004 • 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.
13. Nag Hammadi Is Where They Found the Gnostic Gospels
7.7Aired 10 February 2004 • 43 min
Rory crosses paths with Jess in Stars Hollow. Luke's sister visits Stars Hollow and introduces her new boyfriend to her brother.
14. The Incredible Sinking Lorelais
7.7Aired 17 February 2004 • 43 min
Overwhelmed by her classwork, Rory confides in Dean, who's working on the construction crew at the Dragonfly Inn.
15. Scene in a Mall
6.9Aired 24 February 2004 • 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.
16. The Reigning Lorelai
7.9Aired 2 March 2004 • 43 min
Richard is devastated by a sudden loss. Emily receives a shock when she finds an old letter that was written to Richard.
17. Girls in Bikinis, Boys Doin' the Twist
7.4Aired 13 April 2004 • 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.
18. Tick, Tick, Tick, Boom!
7.2Aired 20 April 2004 • 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.
19. Afterboom
7.8Aired 27 April 2004 • 43 min
Lorelai confronts her father when she learns that he has cut business ties. Luke gives Lorelai an update on his love life.
20. Luke Can See Her Face
7.9Aired 4 May 2004 • 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.
21. Last Week Fights, This Week Tights
7.1Aired 11 May 2004 • 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.
22. Raincoats and Recipes
6.3Aired 18 May 2004 • 43 min
Lorelai invites friends and family to do a test run of the Dragonfly Inn opening. Two suitors pursue Lorelai.