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Season 2 – Gilmore Girls

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Set in a storybook Connecticut town populated by an eclectic mix of dreamers, artists and everyday folk, this multigenerational drama about family and friendship centers around Lorelai Gilmore and her daughter, Rory. Lorelai owns the town's bed-and-breakfast, the Dragonfly Inn, with best friend/chef Sookie, and contends with weekly dinners with eccentric, well-off parents Richard and Emily Gilmore (who always have something to say about their daughter's life). After high school, Rory attends Yale University but frequently returns to Stars Hollow to visit her mom.
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Gilmore Girls — Season 2

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David Sims AV Club 09/19/2018
Gilmore Girls is much bolder, diving right back into the plots it left dangling and showing off its Stars Hollow set with a fun shot of the whole town following Lorelai and Rory as they walk to Luke's diner to break the news of her pending marriage. Go to Full Review Lindsay Pugh Woman in Revolt 10/01/2020
Season 2 starts to get good when Jess deepens as a character and becomes more than just a Sal Mineo wannabe with a book in his back pocket. Go to Full Review Kevin N. Laforest Montreal Film Journal 09/21/2018
This is still early in the series, good stuff, I'm thinking it's still got quite a way getting better... But I love these characters and all the banter. Go to Full Review Alberto Carlos Espinof 09/21/2018
The actions and thoughts of the characters are shaped throughout the episodes and, as civilized people we are, there are springs in our head that end up activating. [Full Review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Raquel E @raquelea Nov 23 This season felt even richer and more emotional. The characters grow in ways that feel close to real life, especially the constant push and pull between love, independence, and the messiness in between. And then there’s Jess, who brings a spark that makes everything more complicated but also more interesting. The season is warm, funny, and quietly heartbreaking, and it left me even more attached to this world. See more Rheinbolt L. @Lrr11910 Aug 2 Best of the best, never gets old See more Jamie B. @jcdcj4 Jul 20 My favorite tv series of all times. Thank you cast and Amy See more Adrian B @RT44210100 01/11/2025 Season 1 was very good, but jeez they took a dive in 2. You have Jess the dumbest most idiotic kids in town. Just saying a character is smart, but then does alot of stupid decisions reflects on the IQ of the writer. Rory the same this season, just dumb. Luke's arc is the only one that's interesting and Lorelai takes a backseat on this season. Just pure garbage. See more Ali J @a_blank 11/29/2024 This season was an improvement of the first season. Sure, maybe Dean became a little overprotective and clingy to Rory, and Jess kind of interfered with Rory and Dean’s relationship, but Rory also fell for Jess and pretty much neglected Dean. I don’t know whose side to be one in regards to Rory’s car crashing. I also enjoyed the relationship between Lorelai and her parents improving, with Emily choosing Lorelai’s wedding tiara, Emily paying to remove Lorelai’s termites, Lorelai and Emily in matching red clothing in the Chilton fashion show, Lorelai helping Richard hire a secretary for his work, and Richard and Emily at Lorelai’s graduation. Rory disappointed fans when she wasn’t at Lorelai’s graduation, but Rory kept denying her falling for Jess despite Lorelai mentioning it. That was my only problem with this season, along with Christopher choosing Sherry over Lorelai at Sookie’s wedding. I also liked Lorelai and Sookie’s cooperation in opening their inn. See more green eyed r @RT61846735 07/09/2024 Jesse Mariano oh my God. I don't need to say anything else. See more Read all reviews
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Amy Sherman-Palladino

Creator

Lauren Graham

Lorelai Gilmore

Alexis Bledel

Rory Gilmore

Edward Herrmann

Richard Gilmore

Kelly Bishop

Emily Gilmore

Keiko Agena

Lane Kim

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 9, 2001 Sadie, Sadie ... Lorelai accepts Max's wedding proposal; Richard's disapproval of Dean leads to a fight between Rory and her grandfather. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 9, 2001 Hammers and Veils Lorelei finally tells Emily that she is getting married, but her mother's disinterest hurts her feelings. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 16, 2001 Red Light on a Wedding Night Lorelai impulsively calls Rory's father, Christopher, during her bachelorette party and realizes that she cannot marry Max. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 23, 2001 The Road Trip to Harvard With the wedding called off, mother and daughter travel to Harvard University, where Rory gets a glimpse of college life and Lorelai confronts a past that could have been. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 30, 2001 Nick & Nora/Sid & Nancy Luke takes in his wild 17-year-old nephew, ignoring Lorelai's well-intentioned advice; Rory is drawn to the new guy in town. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 6, 2001 Presenting Lorelai Gilmore ... Rory agrees to make a debut at a debutante ball, while Lorelai asks Rory's father (David Sutcliffe) to present his daughter at the event. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 13, 2001 Like Mother, Like Daughter Rory's efforts at socializing land her in the popular clique; Lorelai finds herself matching Emily in a fund-raising fashion show. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 20, 2001 The Ins & Outs of Inns When she learns that the Independence Inn may be sold, Lorelai frets that her dream of opening an inn with Sookie may be doomed. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 27, 2001 Run Away, Little Boy Jealous Dean monitors the rehearsals when Rory and Tristan are cast as Romeo and Juliet in the school play. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 11, 2001 The Bracebridge Dinner Rory does all she can to control the rivalry between Dean and Jess; Lorelai invites just about everyone to an elaborate feast. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 22, 2002 Secrets and Loans Lorelai is angry when Rory tells Emily about their home's termite damage and Emily offers a repair loan. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 29, 2002 Richard in Stars Hollow Lorelai's retired father visits and drives her and Rory crazy critizing all aspects of their lives. Details Episode 13 Aired Feb 5, 2002 A-Tisket, A-Tasket Jess outbids Dean to win a picnic lunch date with Rory at the annual Stars Hollow Picnic Basket Auction. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 12, 2002 It Should've Been Lorelai Christopher brings his new girlfriend (guest star Madchen Amick) to Stars Hollow, throwing Lorelai and Rory for a loop. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 26, 2002 Lost and Found A suspicious Lorelai catches Jess in Rory's room and accuses him of stealing a bracelet; Luke impulsively decides to buy the building where he lives. Details Episode 16 Aired Apr 9, 2002 There's the Rub Lorelai and Emily spend a weekend at a health spa; unwelcome visitors spoil Rory's plans for an evening alone. Details Episode 17 Aired Apr 16, 2002 Dead Uncles and Vegetables When Luke is overwhelmed with funeral arrangements for his dead uncle, Lorelai and Rory help out by working the counter at the diner. Details Episode 18 Aired Apr 23, 2002 Back in the Saddle Again When Rory asks her grandfather for help in creating a first-aid kit for teens, his pleasure at working on a new project prompts him to end his retirement. Details Episode 19 Aired Apr 30, 2002 Teach Me Tonight When a car crash lands Rory in the hospital, Lorelai lashes out at Luke for putting the girl in danger. Details Episode 20 Aired May 7, 2002 Help Wanted When Rory realizes that everyone blames Jess for the car accident, she lashes out at her grandmother; Lane dreams of becoming a rock 'n' roll drummer when a New Yorker (Carole King) opens the town's first music store. Details Episode 21 Aired May 14, 2002 Lorelai's Graduation Day For Lorelai's graduation from business school, Rory arranges for Richard and Emily to pay a surprise visit, but Rory misses the ceremony when she sneaks off to New York to be with Jess. Details Episode 22 Aired May 21, 2002 I Can't Get Started On the eve of Sookie's wedding, Lorelai and Rory's father spend a romantic night together; Rory is so happy to see Jess she greets him with a surprisingly passionate kiss. Details

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Season Info

Director
Amy Sherman-Palladino, Michael Katleman, Jamie Babbit, Chris Long, Gail Mancuso, Robert Berlinger, Dennis Erdman, Lesli Linka Glatter
Creator
Amy Sherman-Palladino
Executive Producer
Amy Sherman-Palladino, Gavin Polone
Screenwriter
Daniel Palladino, John Stephens, Linda Loiselle Guzik, Frank Lombardi, Allan Heinberg, Sheila R. Lawrence, Amy Sherman-Palladino
Network
The WB
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 9, 2001
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