Gilmore Girls: Summary

SUMMARY

  • Airs Next:WB at Tuesday 8:00 PM (60 min.)
  • Status:Ended
  • Premiered:October 5, 2000
  • Last Aired:May 15, 2007
  • Show Categories:Drama, Comedy
Set in a storybook Connecticut town populated with an eclectic mix of everyday folks and lovable lunatics, Gilmore Girls is a humorous multigenerational series about friendship, family and the ties that bind. Thirtysomething Lorelai Gilmore (Lauren Graham) has made her share of mistakes in life, but she has been doing her best to see that her college-bound daughter - and best friend in the world - Rory (Alexis Bledel), doesn't follow in her footsteps. That may be easier said than done, considering that the two share the same interests, the same intellect, the same coffee addiction and the same eyes. Rory is more serious than Lorelai, but there are tendencies, especially in the love department, that clearly indicate she is her mother's daughter. From the beginning, this unique mother-daughter team has been growing up together. Lorelai was just Rory's age when she became pregnant and made the tough decision to raise her baby alone.

Gilmore Girls was the first series to make it to air supported by the Family Friendly Forum's script development fund. An initiative between some of the nation's top advertisers and The WB, the program is intended to offer a greater array of compelling family programming on network television. The strong and loving mother-daughter relationship portrayed in Gilmore Girls reflects the growing reality of this new type of American family.
Set in a storybook Connecticut town populated with an eclectic mix of everyday folks and lovable lunatics, Gilmore Girls is a humorous multigenerational series about friendship, family and the ties that bind. Thirtysomething Lorelai Gilmore (Lauren Graham) has made her share of mistakes in life, but she has been doing her best to see that her college-bound daughter - and best friend...

Bon Voyage

Aired: Tuesday May 15, 2007

Rory, in her pajamas, meets CNN journalist and her idol Christiane Amanpour. Although Lorelai and Rory have planned a crazy roller coaster tour for the summer, Rory must postpone their trip when she gets a surprise job offer to cover Barack Obama’s presidential campaign for an online magazine in Eldridge, Iowa. She must leave in three days for possibly two years, breaking the hearts of all the townspeople looking forward to her graduation re-enactment in a week. Luke enlists the help of everyone in Stars Hollow to throw Rory a surprise bon voyage party. Also, Lorelai is staying maniacally busy to keep from showing how saddened she is, but finally admits she is worried that if she stops to think about Rory leaving then she might fall apart. Also, Lane consoles Rory when she has a panic attack about leaving everyone and everything she loves behind. When Babette has a premonition (via her ankles) of a huge rainstorm, Luke stays up all night sewing a tent to keep Rory’s outdoor party covered from the downpour. His thoughtfulness brings an unexpected reaction from Lorelai, allowing the two to star a passionate kiss. Meanwhile, Emily is pleased when Lorelai decides to continue the Friday night dinners without Rory. Finally, on the morning that Rory leaves Stars Hollow to start her career, Luke opens the diner before dawn to share a special breakfast with the Gilmore girls.

Atlantic City (Episode Clip)

The girls recap their trip to Atlantic City.

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    aks777's avatarmember since: Nov 10, 2008
    The Bottom Line: "Absolutely fabulous"

    This show is so easy to relate too. My mom and I aren't as close as they seem to be, but something we do have in common, is our love for this show. ...Continue »

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    laffertyluver's avatarmember since: Aug 18, 2007
    The Bottom Line: "Classic"

    Luke and Lorelai break up after Emily's meddling at the wedding, Rory takes Logan's limo to Stars Hollow to rescue her, Taylor hands out pink and blue ribbons to the town so they know what side they are on without talking to each other.Great Episode! ...Continue »

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    A TV gem... ...Continue »

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    leo23dc's avatarmember since: Jun 14, 2007
    The Bottom Line: "Daily fix"

    With Rory in Italy and Luke out of town, Lorelai keeps busy until they return ...Continue »

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