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9.3/10 (1501 votes)
#1

Raincoats and Recipes

S4:E22

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

feepiva Oct 12, 2016

Lorelai + Luke = hell yeah Rory + Dean = HELL NO

8.8/10 (1119 votes)
#2

Last Week Fights, This Week Tights

S4:E21

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.

milkhoneytea Feb 9, 2017

Ugh, I hate Jess. I really, really hate Jess. I don't think I've ever disliked a lead's romantic int...

8.5/10 (1035 votes)
#3

The Lorelais' First Day at Yale

S4:E2

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.

AndrewBloom Oct 20, 2017

[8.2/10] I love the way that this one captures that nervous, excited energy of the first day of coll...

8.5/10 (984 votes)
#4

The Incredible Sinking Lorelais

S4:E14

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

AndrewBloom Nov 9, 2017

[9.3/10] We rarely see the Gilmore Girls really struggle. It’s not that they don’t face challenges, ...

8.5/10 (966 votes)
#5

Luke Can See Her Face

S4:E20

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.

AndrewBloom Nov 17, 2017

[7.0/10] This is an episode where each storyline is half-good and half-bad, with some really credita...

8.2/10 (842 votes)
#6

Nag Hammadi Is Where They Found the Gnostic Gospels

S4:E13

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

AndrewBloom Nov 9, 2017

[7.9/10] This episode is a lot like the last one, where the main story is mostly a Luke story, and t...

8.2/10 (813 votes)
#7

Scene in a Mall

S4:E15

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.

AndrewBloom Nov 10, 2017

[8.7/10] Another outstanding episode. There’s a lot to unpack here, so let’s start with the B-storie...

8.2/10 (862 votes)
#8

The Reigning Lorelai

S4:E16

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

AndrewBloom Nov 10, 2017

[8.5/10] A guilty confession on my part: there’s times when I like Richard and Emily more than I lik...

8.1/10 (937 votes)
#9

The Festival of Living Art

S4:E7

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

alexia445 Jan 8, 2023

I can’t believe this is the only episode that won an Emmy for the entire show

8.1/10 (838 votes)
#10

In the Clamor and the Clangor

S4:E11

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.

AndrewBloom Nov 4, 2017

[7.7/10] The B-stories here are both pretty meh. Rory thinking that the guy who rejected her in the ...

8.1/10 (808 votes)
#11

Tick, Tick, Tick, Boom!

S4:E18

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

AndrewBloom Nov 16, 2017

[5.2/10] This was pretty much a dog all around. I didn’t like a single one of the storylines here, a...

8.0/10 (842 votes)
#12

Ted Koppel's Big Night Out

S4:E9

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

AndrewBloom Nov 3, 2017

[8.4/10] One of the things I like about *Gilmore Girls* is how it explores the ripple effect that an...

8.0/10 (922 votes)
#13

Girls in Bikinis, Boys Doin' the Twist

S4:E17

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

loudcitysong Aug 21, 2019

that queerbait-y kiss with Rory was a little vindication moment from the bissexual Paris that we alw...

7.9/10 (837 votes)
#14

Chicken or Beef?

S4:E4

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

AndrewBloom Oct 24, 2017

[6.2/10] Not my favorite outing for the show. The main story, featuring Lorelai going head-to-head w...

7.9/10 (812 votes)
#15

A Family Matter

S4:E12

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

AndrewBloom Nov 7, 2017

[7.4/10] This is a tough episode to rate. It’s a pretty jumbled episode, with something like five di...

7.9/10 (790 votes)
#16

Afterboom

S4:E19

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

AndrewBloom Nov 17, 2017

[6.5/10] So, this was a weird episode, chock full of a wide assortment of storylines, none of which ...

7.8/10 (865 votes)
#17

Ballrooms and Biscotti

S4:E1

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

AndrewBloom Oct 19, 2017

[6.9/10] Another kind of scattered episode, though like the fire episode, that raggedy structure fit...

7.8/10 (845 votes)
#18

The Hobbit, the Sofa, and Digger Stiles

S4:E3

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

AndrewBloom Oct 24, 2017

[8.6/10] I really enjoyed this one. The characters never feel as fully-realized as when Amy Sherman-...

7.8/10 (822 votes)
#19

The Fundamental Things Apply

S4:E5

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.

AndrewBloom Oct 25, 2017

[7.5/10] A lot to enjoy in this one. I appreciate the parallelism of Rory having her first bad date ...

7.7/10 (815 votes)
#20

An Affair to Remember

S4:E6

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.

AndrewBloom Nov 5, 2017

[8.3/10] Love me some Lorelai-Emily stories, and this is a great one. What I really like is how Lore...

7.6/10 (811 votes)
#21

Die, Jerk

S4:E8

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

AndrewBloom Oct 28, 2017

[7.4/10] This one started shaky, but quickly found its feet. I enjoyed the main story, about Rory le...

7.6/10 (791 votes)
#22

The Nanny and the Professor

S4:E10

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

AndrewBloom Nov 3, 2017

[6.8/10] Wasn’t a big fan of this one. Both of the B-stories were pretty weak. For one thing, I’m...

7.6/10 (811 votes)
#1

Die, Jerk

S4:E8

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

AndrewBloom Oct 28, 2017

[7.4/10] This one started shaky, but quickly found its feet. I enjoyed the main story, about Rory le...

7.6/10 (791 votes)
#2

The Nanny and the Professor

S4:E10

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

AndrewBloom Nov 3, 2017

[6.8/10] Wasn’t a big fan of this one. Both of the B-stories were pretty weak. For one thing, I’m...

7.7/10 (815 votes)
#3

An Affair to Remember

S4:E6

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.

AndrewBloom Nov 5, 2017

[8.3/10] Love me some Lorelai-Emily stories, and this is a great one. What I really like is how Lore...

7.8/10 (865 votes)
#4

Ballrooms and Biscotti

S4:E1

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

AndrewBloom Oct 19, 2017

[6.9/10] Another kind of scattered episode, though like the fire episode, that raggedy structure fit...

7.8/10 (845 votes)
#5

The Hobbit, the Sofa, and Digger Stiles

S4:E3

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

AndrewBloom Oct 24, 2017

[8.6/10] I really enjoyed this one. The characters never feel as fully-realized as when Amy Sherman-...

7.8/10 (822 votes)
#6

The Fundamental Things Apply

S4:E5

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.

AndrewBloom Oct 25, 2017

[7.5/10] A lot to enjoy in this one. I appreciate the parallelism of Rory having her first bad date ...

7.9/10 (837 votes)
#7

Chicken or Beef?

S4:E4

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

AndrewBloom Oct 24, 2017

[6.2/10] Not my favorite outing for the show. The main story, featuring Lorelai going head-to-head w...

7.9/10 (812 votes)
#8

A Family Matter

S4:E12

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

AndrewBloom Nov 7, 2017

[7.4/10] This is a tough episode to rate. It’s a pretty jumbled episode, with something like five di...

7.9/10 (790 votes)
#9

Afterboom

S4:E19

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

AndrewBloom Nov 17, 2017

[6.5/10] So, this was a weird episode, chock full of a wide assortment of storylines, none of which ...

8.0/10 (842 votes)
#10

Ted Koppel's Big Night Out

S4:E9

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

AndrewBloom Nov 3, 2017

[8.4/10] One of the things I like about *Gilmore Girls* is how it explores the ripple effect that an...

8.0/10 (922 votes)
#11

Girls in Bikinis, Boys Doin' the Twist

S4:E17

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

loudcitysong Aug 21, 2019

that queerbait-y kiss with Rory was a little vindication moment from the bissexual Paris that we alw...

8.1/10 (937 votes)
#12

The Festival of Living Art

S4:E7

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

alexia445 Jan 8, 2023

I can’t believe this is the only episode that won an Emmy for the entire show

8.1/10 (838 votes)
#13

In the Clamor and the Clangor

S4:E11

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.

AndrewBloom Nov 4, 2017

[7.7/10] The B-stories here are both pretty meh. Rory thinking that the guy who rejected her in the ...

8.1/10 (808 votes)
#14

Tick, Tick, Tick, Boom!

S4:E18

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

AndrewBloom Nov 16, 2017

[5.2/10] This was pretty much a dog all around. I didn’t like a single one of the storylines here, a...

8.2/10 (842 votes)
#15

Nag Hammadi Is Where They Found the Gnostic Gospels

S4:E13

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

AndrewBloom Nov 9, 2017

[7.9/10] This episode is a lot like the last one, where the main story is mostly a Luke story, and t...

8.2/10 (813 votes)
#16

Scene in a Mall

S4:E15

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.

AndrewBloom Nov 10, 2017

[8.7/10] Another outstanding episode. There’s a lot to unpack here, so let’s start with the B-storie...

8.2/10 (862 votes)
#17

The Reigning Lorelai

S4:E16

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

AndrewBloom Nov 10, 2017

[8.5/10] A guilty confession on my part: there’s times when I like Richard and Emily more than I lik...

8.5/10 (1035 votes)
#18

The Lorelais' First Day at Yale

S4:E2

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.

AndrewBloom Oct 20, 2017

[8.2/10] I love the way that this one captures that nervous, excited energy of the first day of coll...

8.5/10 (984 votes)
#19

The Incredible Sinking Lorelais

S4:E14

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

AndrewBloom Nov 9, 2017

[9.3/10] We rarely see the Gilmore Girls really struggle. It’s not that they don’t face challenges, ...

8.5/10 (966 votes)
#20

Luke Can See Her Face

S4:E20

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.

AndrewBloom Nov 17, 2017

[7.0/10] This is an episode where each storyline is half-good and half-bad, with some really credita...

8.8/10 (1119 votes)
#21

Last Week Fights, This Week Tights

S4:E21

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.

milkhoneytea Feb 9, 2017

Ugh, I hate Jess. I really, really hate Jess. I don't think I've ever disliked a lead's romantic int...

9.3/10 (1501 votes)
#22

Raincoats and Recipes

S4:E22

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

feepiva Oct 12, 2016

Lorelai + Luke = hell yeah Rory + Dean = HELL NO

7.8/10 (865 votes)

Ballrooms and Biscotti

S4:E1

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

AndrewBloom Oct 19, 2017

[6.9/10] Another kind of scattered episode, though like the fire episode, that raggedy structure fit...

8.5/10 (1035 votes)

The Lorelais' First Day at Yale

S4:E2

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.

AndrewBloom Oct 20, 2017

[8.2/10] I love the way that this one captures that nervous, excited energy of the first day of coll...

7.8/10 (845 votes)

The Hobbit, the Sofa, and Digger Stiles

S4:E3

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

AndrewBloom Oct 24, 2017

[8.6/10] I really enjoyed this one. The characters never feel as fully-realized as when Amy Sherman-...

7.9/10 (837 votes)

Chicken or Beef?

S4:E4

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

AndrewBloom Oct 24, 2017

[6.2/10] Not my favorite outing for the show. The main story, featuring Lorelai going head-to-head w...

7.8/10 (822 votes)

The Fundamental Things Apply

S4:E5

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.

AndrewBloom Oct 25, 2017

[7.5/10] A lot to enjoy in this one. I appreciate the parallelism of Rory having her first bad date ...

7.7/10 (815 votes)

An Affair to Remember

S4:E6

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.

AndrewBloom Nov 5, 2017

[8.3/10] Love me some Lorelai-Emily stories, and this is a great one. What I really like is how Lore...

8.1/10 (937 votes)

The Festival of Living Art

S4:E7

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

alexia445 Jan 8, 2023

I can’t believe this is the only episode that won an Emmy for the entire show

7.6/10 (811 votes)

Die, Jerk

S4:E8

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

AndrewBloom Oct 28, 2017

[7.4/10] This one started shaky, but quickly found its feet. I enjoyed the main story, about Rory le...

8.0/10 (842 votes)

Ted Koppel's Big Night Out

S4:E9

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

AndrewBloom Nov 3, 2017

[8.4/10] One of the things I like about *Gilmore Girls* is how it explores the ripple effect that an...

7.6/10 (791 votes)

The Nanny and the Professor

S4:E10

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

AndrewBloom Nov 3, 2017

[6.8/10] Wasn’t a big fan of this one. Both of the B-stories were pretty weak. For one thing, I’m...

8.1/10 (838 votes)

In the Clamor and the Clangor

S4:E11

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.

AndrewBloom Nov 4, 2017

[7.7/10] The B-stories here are both pretty meh. Rory thinking that the guy who rejected her in the ...

7.9/10 (812 votes)

A Family Matter

S4:E12

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

AndrewBloom Nov 7, 2017

[7.4/10] This is a tough episode to rate. It’s a pretty jumbled episode, with something like five di...

8.2/10 (842 votes)

Nag Hammadi Is Where They Found the Gnostic Gospels

S4:E13

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

AndrewBloom Nov 9, 2017

[7.9/10] This episode is a lot like the last one, where the main story is mostly a Luke story, and t...

8.5/10 (984 votes)

The Incredible Sinking Lorelais

S4:E14

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

AndrewBloom Nov 9, 2017

[9.3/10] We rarely see the Gilmore Girls really struggle. It’s not that they don’t face challenges, ...

8.2/10 (813 votes)

Scene in a Mall

S4:E15

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.

AndrewBloom Nov 10, 2017

[8.7/10] Another outstanding episode. There’s a lot to unpack here, so let’s start with the B-storie...

8.2/10 (862 votes)

The Reigning Lorelai

S4:E16

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

AndrewBloom Nov 10, 2017

[8.5/10] A guilty confession on my part: there’s times when I like Richard and Emily more than I lik...

8.0/10 (922 votes)

Girls in Bikinis, Boys Doin' the Twist

S4:E17

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

loudcitysong Aug 21, 2019

that queerbait-y kiss with Rory was a little vindication moment from the bissexual Paris that we alw...

8.1/10 (808 votes)

Tick, Tick, Tick, Boom!

S4:E18

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

AndrewBloom Nov 16, 2017

[5.2/10] This was pretty much a dog all around. I didn’t like a single one of the storylines here, a...

7.9/10 (790 votes)

Afterboom

S4:E19

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

AndrewBloom Nov 17, 2017

[6.5/10] So, this was a weird episode, chock full of a wide assortment of storylines, none of which ...

8.5/10 (966 votes)

Luke Can See Her Face

S4:E20

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.

AndrewBloom Nov 17, 2017

[7.0/10] This is an episode where each storyline is half-good and half-bad, with some really credita...

8.8/10 (1119 votes)

Last Week Fights, This Week Tights

S4:E21

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.

milkhoneytea Feb 9, 2017

Ugh, I hate Jess. I really, really hate Jess. I don't think I've ever disliked a lead's romantic int...

9.3/10 (1501 votes)

Raincoats and Recipes

S4:E22

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

feepiva Oct 12, 2016

Lorelai + Luke = hell yeah Rory + Dean = HELL NO

Season Average Rating Episodes Best Episode Worst Episode
4 ★ 8.1 22
★ 9.3 Raincoats and Recipes
★ 7.6 Die, Jerk
2 ★ 8.1 22
★ 8.7 I Can't Get Started
★ 7.6 Secrets and Loans
1 ★ 8.1 21
★ 8.7 Rory's Dance
★ 7.6 Paris is Burning
5 ★ 8.0 22
★ 8.8 Wedding Bell Blues
★ 7.5 How Many Kropogs to Cape Cod?
3 ★ 8.0 22
★ 8.9 They Shoot Gilmores, Don't They?
★ 7.4 I Solemnly Swear
6 ★ 7.8 22
★ 9.1 Friday Night's Alright for Fighting
★ 7.3 Always a Godmother, Never a God
7 ★ 7.6 22
★ 9.1 Bon Voyage
★ 6.3 French Twist