1 Pilot 2000-10-05
When Rory is accepted to attend a prestigious prep school, Lorelai must swallow her pride and ask her wealthy parents for help paying the tuition.
2 The Lorelais' First Day at Chilton 2000-10-12
Rory's first day at Chilton doesn't go smoothly: First, Lorelai's attire offends Emily and the headmaster; then Rory meets some obnoxious classmates.
3 Kill Me Now 2000-10-19
When Rory and Richard bond during a day of golf at the club, Lorelai feels jealous of Rory's deepening connection with her grandparents.
4 The Deer Hunters 2000-10-26
After Rory receives a bad grade on her English paper, Lorelai helps her cram for a big Shakespeare exam – but catastrophe strikes on test day.
5 Cinnamon's Wake 2000-11-02
Lorelai admits she has feelings for someone. Meanwhile, Rory has a budding relationship of her own that is moving forward.
6 Rory's Birthday Parties 2000-11-09
Rory clashes with Emily when Emily plans a formal birthday party for her. Meanwhile, Lorelai organizes a casual get-together to celebrate.
7 Kiss and Tell 2000-11-16
Rory shares a romantic moment with Dean, but doesn't tell Lorelai. When Lorelai hears about it from Mrs. Kim, she invites Dean over for movie night.
8 Love and War and Snow 2000-12-14
Snow strands Rory at her grandparents' home, while Lorelai spends the day with her beau. Meanwhile, Lane misses Rory and comes to visit.
9 Rory's Dance 2000-12-20
Rory attends her first dance with Dean but they get home late, causing Emily and Lorelai to fight over Lorelai's mothering skills.
10 Forgiveness and Stuff 2000-12-21
Misfortune strikes at the Gilmores' Christmas party. Dean assures Lorelai that nothing improper happened the night he and Rory fell asleep together.
11 Paris is Burning 2001-01-11
After Paris causes a scandal by exposing the relationship between a parent and a teacher, she is confronted.
12 Double Date 2001-01-18
Lorelai goes on a hellish double date with Sookie, Jackson and Jackson's odd cousin. Meanwhile, Rory double dates with Dean, Lane and Dean's friend.
13 Concert Interruptus 2001-02-15
Trouble ensues when Rory takes her friends to a Bangles concert in New York. Lorelai learns something about Luke's romantic past.
14 That Damn Donna Reed 2001-02-22
Rory and Dean argue about women's roles after watching "The Donna Reed Show." Emily makes Lorelai face her feelings.
15 Christopher Returns 2001-03-01
Rory's father returns, causing tension in Emily and Richard's house – and forcing Lorelai to make a big decision about her family's future.
16 Star-Crossed Lovers and Other Strangers 2001-03-08
Rory and Dean celebrate their three-month anniversary, but things don't go as planned. Luke's ex-girlfriend Rachel arrives in town.
17 The Breakup, Part 2 2001-03-15
After recent events, Rory keeps busy, refusing to give in to self-pity. Meanwhile, Stars Hollow's residents rally around her, much to her dismay.
18 The Third Lorelai 2001-03-22
When Lorelai's grandmother offers a trust fund for Rory's education, Emily fears losing contact with a financially independent Lorelai and Rory.
19 Emily in Wonderland 2001-04-26
Emily is horrified when she sees the place where Lorelai and Rory first lived, so she sets out to create a perfect bedroom for Rory in her house.
20 P.S. I Lo... 2001-05-03
Still upset over recent events, Rory becomes angry with Lorelai, who didn't tell her that she is dating again.
21 Love, Daisies and Troubadours 2001-05-10
Rory finally tells Dean the truth about how she feels about him. Sensing something between Lorelai and Luke, Rachel makes a decision.
