Season four is a year of transitions for the Gilmores. Lorelai quits her job to realize her ambition of opening an inn of her own with her best friend, Sookie (Melissa McCarthy, Samantha Who?). Rory, meanwhile, is adjusting to her new life at Yale.

Season 4 Episode 1 - Ballrooms and Biscotti

After returning from a summer of backpacking through Europe, Rory and Lorelai frantically prepare for Rory's move to college. Air Date : 23rd-Sep-2003  Read More

Season 4 Episode 2 - 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. Air Date : 30th-Sep-2003  Read More

Season 4 Episode 3 - 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. Air Date : 7th-Oct-2003  Read More

Season 4 Episode 4 - Chicken or Beef?

While visiting Stars Hollow for the weekend, Rory encounters Dean, who awkwardly invites her to an event the next day. Air Date : 14th-Oct-2003  Read More

Season 4 Episode 5 - 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. Air Date : 21st-Oct-2003  Read More

Season 4 Episode 6 - 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. Air Date : 28th-Oct-2003  Read More

Season 4 Episode 7 - 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. Air Date : 4th-Nov-2003  Read More

Season 4 Episode 8 - Die, Jerk

Rory tries to spice up her articles for the student newspaper. Luke admits to Lorelai that he is revisiting a past relationship. Air Date : 11th-Nov-2003  Read More

Season 4 Episode 9 - 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. Air Date : 18th-Nov-2003  Read More

Season 4 Episode 10 - The Nanny and the Professor

Lorelai and Sookie renovate their inn. Lorelai enjoys a romantic evening. Rory is irritated by Paris's new relationship. Air Date : 20th-Jan-2004  Read More

Season 4 Episode 11 - 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. Air Date : 27th-Jan-2004  Read More

Season 4 Episode 12 - 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. Air Date : 3rd-Feb-2004  Read More

Season 4 Episode 13 - 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. Air Date : 10th-Feb-2004  Read More

Season 4 Episode 14 - The Incredible Sinking Lorelais

Overwhelmed by her classwork, Rory confides in Dean, who's working on the construction crew at the Dragonfly Inn. Air Date : 17th-Feb-2004  Read More

Season 4 Episode 15 - 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. Air Date : 24th-Feb-2004  Read More

Season 4 Episode 16 - 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. Air Date : 2nd-Mar-2004  Read More

Season 4 Episode 17 - 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. Air Date : 13th-Apr-2004  Read More

Season 4 Episode 18 - 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. Air Date : 20th-Apr-2004  Read More

Season 4 Episode 19 - Afterboom

Lorelai confronts her father when she learns that he has cut business ties. Luke gives Lorelai an update on his love life. Air Date : 27th-Apr-2004  Read More

Season 4 Episode 20 - 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. Air Date : 4th-May-2004  Read More

Season 4 Episode 21 - 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. Air Date : 11th-May-2004  Read More

Season 4 Episode 22 - Raincoats and Recipes

Lorelai invites friends and family to do a test run of the Dragonfly Inn opening. Two suitors pursue Lorelai. Air Date : 18th-May-2004  Read More