The Gilmore Girls revival is fast approaching so now is the perfect time to catch up on some of your favorite episodes. One of the best parts of the original series was the mother-daughter relationships we were able to see between Rory and Lorelai and Lorelai and Emily. So before the revival hits Netflix, sit down with your mom and catch these ten amazing mother-daughter oriented episodes.
1. The Lorelais’ First Day at Chilton (1×02)
The episode that gave us Lorelai’s iconic ‘rodeo outfit’ is definitely a must watch. Relive those crazy first-day feelings with your mother – hopefully she picked up her dry cleaning!
2. The Breakup, Part II (1×17)
Save this episode for when you really need to wallow. Appreciate to what lengths Lorelai was willing to go to just to make Rory feel better.
3. Like Mother, Like Daughter (2×07)
It’s not often we see Lorelai and Emily getting along, so this episode is the perfect episode to show that their relationship isn’t always that strained. You and your mom can have fun together too!
4. There’s the Rub (2×16)
Emily and Lorelai’s weekend getaway gives you insight into how their complicated mother-daughter relationship works. Save it for when you’re trying to bridge the gap with your mom, just don’t let her get sixty-fortied!
5. Dear Emily and Richard (3×13)
This episode gives us a glimpse into the Gilmore’s past with the birth of Rory and Lorelai leaving. It’ll make you laugh and cry. So next time you make a bigdecision, think about how your mom might feel.
6. Those Are String, Pinocchio (3×22)
This episode will have you wishing you were as smart as Rory just so you can let everyone know just how much your mom means to you.
7. The Lorelais’ First Day at Yale (4×02)
Everyone can relate to the scary feeling of moving away from home for the first time. This episode is a must watch with your mom every time you’re off to college!
8. The Incredible Sinking Lorelais (4×14)
When college gets tough and you have your first breakdown, call your mom and watch this episode, and know that everything will work out.
9. Emily Says ‘Hello’ (5×09)
Watching Emily and Lorelai pick out date clothes is definitely an odd scenario, but it’s actually kind of sweet to see Lorelai help her mom out.
10. The Prodigal Daughter Returns (6×09)
Fighting with your mother is inevitable, but this episode proves that making up with her is an amazing feeling.
11. Bon Voyage (7×22)
Despite season 7 being taboo in the Gilmore world, this last episode is perfect for the mother/daughter duo who is about to be separated. No matter how far a part you are, your mom will always be rooting for you.