Season 4

Gilmore GirlsSeason 4

2003
22 Episodes

Episodes

Ballrooms and Biscotti
S04E01
6.5

Ballrooms and Biscotti

After returning from a summer of backpacking through Europe, Rory and Lorelai frantically prepare for Rory's move to college.

23 Sept 200343m
The Lorelais' First Day at Yale
S04E02
7.8

The Lorelais' First Day at Yale

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.

30 Sept 200342m
The Hobbit, the Sofa, and Digger Stiles
S04E03
7.6

The Hobbit, the Sofa, and Digger Stiles

Emily redecorates Rory's dorm room without her permission. Lorelai and Sookie cater a kids' birthday party with a "Lord of the Rings" theme.

07 Oct 200344m
Chicken or Beef?
S04E04
7.4

Chicken or Beef?

While visiting Stars Hollow for the weekend, Rory encounters Dean, who awkwardly invites her to an event the next day.

14 Oct 200344m
The Fundamental Things Apply
S04E05
7.4

The Fundamental Things Apply

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.

21 Oct 200344m
An Affair to Remember
S04E06
7.5

An Affair to Remember

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.

28 Oct 200344m
The Festival of Living Art
S04E07
7.5

The Festival of Living Art

Rory and Lorelai participate in a Stars Hollow event in which the townspeople dress up and present tableaux imitating famous paintings.

04 Nov 200344m
Die, Jerk
S04E08
7.4

Die, Jerk

Rory tries to spice up her articles for the student newspaper. Luke admits to Lorelai that he is revisiting a past relationship.

11 Nov 200343m
Ted Koppel's Big Night Out
S04E09
7.4

Ted Koppel's Big Night Out

Emily realizes that Richard has been secretly meeting someone for lunch for years. Lorelai accepts an invitation to dinner.

18 Nov 200344m
The Nanny and the Professor
S04E10
7.3

The Nanny and the Professor

Lorelai and Sookie renovate their inn. Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Rory is irritated by Paris's new relationship.

20 Jan 200443m
In the Clamor and the Clangor
S04E11
7.7

In the Clamor and the Clangor

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.

27 Jan 200443m
A Family Matter
S04E12
6.7

A Family Matter

Luke is wary when his sister comes to town. Lorelai hesitates to tell her parents about her new beau. Paris's affair gets serious.

03 Feb 200443m
Nag Hammadi Is Where They Found the Gnostic Gospels
S04E13
7.7

Nag Hammadi Is Where They Found the Gnostic Gospels

Rory crosses paths with Jess in Stars Hollow. Luke's sister visits Stars Hollow and introduces her new boyfriend to her brother.

10 Feb 200443m
The Incredible Sinking Lorelais
S04E14
7.7

The Incredible Sinking Lorelais

Overwhelmed by her classwork, Rory confides in Dean, who's working on the construction crew at the Dragonfly Inn.

17 Feb 200443m
Scene in a Mall
S04E15
6.9

Scene in a Mall

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.

24 Feb 200441m
The Reigning Lorelai
S04E16
7.9

The Reigning Lorelai

Richard is devastated by a sudden loss. Emily receives a shock when she finds an old letter that was written to Richard.

02 Mar 200443m
Girls in Bikinis, Boys Doin' the Twist
S04E17
7.4

Girls in Bikinis, Boys Doin' the Twist

Rory and Paris head south for their first spring break in Florida, where they run into a couple of their old pals from Chilton.

13 Apr 200443m
Tick, Tick, Tick, Boom!
S04E18
7.2

Tick, Tick, Tick, Boom!

Jason and Richard are sued. Rory is upset by a decision Dean has made. Dean is told to stop spending time with Rory.

20 Apr 200443m
Afterboom
S04E19
7.8

Afterboom

Lorelai confronts her father when she learns that he has cut business ties. Luke gives Lorelai an update on his love life.

27 Apr 200443m
Luke Can See Her Face
S04E20
7.9

Luke Can See Her Face

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.

04 May 200443m
Last Week Fights, This Week Tights
S04E21
7.1

Last Week Fights, This Week Tights

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.

11 May 200443m
Raincoats and Recipes
S04E22
6.3

Raincoats and Recipes

Lorelai invites friends and family to do a test run of the Dragonfly Inn opening. Two suitors pursue Lorelai.

18 May 200443m