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Alexis Bledel as Rory Gilmore and Lauren Graham as Lorelai Gilmore in 'Gilmore Girls' Season 3 | Mitchell Haddad/CBS Photo Archive via Getty Images
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Gilmore Girls is a drama series from the WB by creator Amy Sherman-Palladino. The series follows Lorelai and Rory Gilmore, a mother-daughter duo with a best-friend relationship, as they navigate love, family, and growing up. The series stars Lauren Graham as Lorelai Gilmore and Emmy Award-Winning actor Alexis Bledel as Rory Gilmore. The series ran for seven seasons from 2000- 2007. In 2016, Netflix revived the series for the four-part mini-series, Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life.
Premiere: Oct. 5, 2000 Seasons: 7 TV Genres: Drama Where to Watch: Netflix Main Cast: Lauren Graham, Alexis Bledel, Melissa McCarthy, Edward Herrmann, Kelly Bishop, Keiko Agena, Scott Patterson, Liza Weil, Milo Ventimiglia, and Matt Czuchry. Revival: Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life
Learn more about Gilmore Girls from Warner Bros and Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life from Netflix.
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‘Gilmore Girls’: An On-Set Joke Got Melissa McCarthy In Trouble With 2 Tour Groups
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‘Gilmore Girls’: Alexis Bledel Dated All But 1 of the Actors Who Played Rory’s Boyfriends
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‘Gilmore Girls’ Cast Members Who Have Died Since the Series Ended
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‘The Company You Keep’ Cast Calls Milo Ventimiglia the ‘F***ing Mayor’

As the executive producer and star of 'The Company You Keep' on ABC, Milo Ventimiglia's opinion carries a lot of weight on the set of the show.

by Sarah Little

Published on March 12, 2023

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Milo Ventimiglia as Charlie sitting at a restaurant dinner table in The Company You Keep

‘The Company You Keep’: Milo Ventimiglia Is Ready for Some ‘Sexiness’ After ‘This Is Us’

Milo Ventimiglia went from playing beloved family man Jack Pearson in 'This Is Us' to con artist Charlie Nicoletti in 'The Company You Keep.' Here's why he was ready for the change.

by Elise Nelson

Jon Huertas and Milo Ventimiglia on the set of NBC's 'This Is Us.'

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‘This Is Us’ Stars Milo Ventimiglia and Jon Huertas Reunite for New ABC Series

Former 'This Is Us' best pals Milo Ventimiglia and Jon Huertas will team up once again for several episodes of Milo's new ABC series, 'The Company You Keep.'

by Lucille Barilla

Amy Sherman-Palladino Blames ‘Rings of Power’ for the Cancelation of ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’

Amy Sherman-Palladino wrapped up 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' and is moving on to her next project, but she wasn't exactly ready to move on.

by Andrea Francese

Published on May 28, 2023

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‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ Actor Reveals He Was Asked ‘Oh Yeah, Can You Ice Skate’? [Exclusive]

'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' star Austin Basis revealed that the ice skating scene was the first scene they shot for season 5.

by Gina Ragusa

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Marin Hinkle Loved Rose Weissman’s Joie De Vivre in ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ – ‘Even if I Only Dress in Sweatpants Again’

Marin Hinkle said playing Rose Weissman on 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' gave her a fresh perspective on how she sees the world.

by Gina Ragusa

Will ‘Ransom Canyon’ Be Netflix’s Next ‘Virgin River’?

Are Staten and Quinn the next Mel and Jack?

by Megan Elliott

Published on April 17, 2025

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‘Black Mirror’ Season 7: These 3 Episodes Likely to Happen in Real Life, Experts Predict

Which 'Black Mirror' Season 7 episodes could really happen? Here are the top 3 episodes that experts think could occur in the next few years.

by Lauren Weiler

An old copy of 'Pride and Prejudice' open to the title page

Netflix’s ‘Pride and Prejudice’ Adaptation — Everything We Know So Far, Including Who Will Play Mr. Darcy

Netflix says its new adaptation of 'Pride and Prejudice' will be faithful to Jane Austen's novel.

by Megan Elliott

Has ‘Gilmore Girls’ and ‘The Resident’ Star Matt Czuchry Ever Been Married?

Matt Czuchry's character on 'The Resident' might have tied the knot already, but what about the actor himself? Has Czuchry ever been married?

by Elise Nelson

‘Gilmore Girls’: Some Fans Are Still Confused About Luke’s Diner Operations

'Gilmore Girls' didn't always make the most sense, but there's one thing many fans still can't wrap their heads around: How did Luke's Diner operate?

by Elise Nelson

‘Gilmore Girls’: Edward Herrmann Was Asked to ‘Keep an Eye On’ Alexis Bledel; Here’s Why

Edward Herrmann and Alexis Bledel were just as close off-screen as they were on 'Gilmore Girls.' Here's why Herrmann watched over the young actor.

by Elise Nelson

‘Gilmore Girls’: 3 Mind-Numbingly Annoying Continuity Errors

The cast of 'Gilmore Girls' has made it abundantly clear that Amy Sherman-Palladino, the show's creator, put a lot of work into her scripts. Still, after six full seasons, she was bound to forget some things. Fans have been quick to notice continuity issues, and some of them are truly irritating.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: The Worst Episode of Season 4, According to IMDb

'Gilmore Girls' Season 4 featured tons of drama and game-changing moments, but one episode didn't sit right with some fans.

by Elise Nelson

Kelly Bishop and Edward Herrmann’s 1st Interaction Came Long Before ‘Gilmore Girls’

Kelly Bishop and Edward Herrmann might have formed a bond during 'Gilmore Girls,' but they were connected long before the show.

by Elise Nelson

‘Gilmore Girls’: Where Did Rory Get Accepted to College (and Which University Did She Attend)?

After applying to several colleges, Rory Gilmore decided where to attend. Here's what we know about this character from the comedy series 'Gilmore Girls.'

by Julia Dzurillay

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‘Gilmore Girls’: The 3 Funniest Friday Night Dinner Scenes

'Gilmore Girls' wouldn't feel complete without those Friday Night Dinners. Which FND scenes have fans found the funniest?

by Elise Nelson

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‘Gilmore Girls’: The Truth About Rory and Lane’s off-screen friendship

Disappointing many Gilmore Girl fans who hoped Rory and Lane to be BFFs off-screen as well, Keiko Agena revealed that she was not friends with Alexis Bledel.

by Mita Kataria

‘Gilmore Girls’ Showrunner, Amy Sherman-Palladino, Expected the Actors to Be ‘Word-Perfect’

The cast of 'Gilmore Girls' was not allowed to improvise. Sean Gunn revealed that not a single moment of improvisation occurred during the show's seven-season run or its four-part revival. The dialogue simply didn't allow for it. The dialogue is credit with making the show unique.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: The Worst Episode of Season 3, According to IMDb

Some 'Gilmore Girls' fans felt unimpressed with Season 3 Episode 11. Here's why it has the lowest rating of the season on IMDb.

by Elise Nelson

‘Gilmore Girls’: Some Fans Are Sharing the Exact Moments They Began Hating Dean Forrester

Dean Forrester has long been a debated character among many 'Gilmore Girls' fans. On Reddit, some viewers are sharing the exact moments they began to hate him.

by Elise Nelson

‘Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life’: Amy Sherman-Palladino Couldn’t Figure out How to Fit 1 Character Into the Revival

'Gilmore Girls' fans got to reconnect with most of their favorite characters during the 2016 revival. One character, however, was noticeably absent. Showrunner Amy Sherman-Palladino explained that she found it nearly impossible to work Max Medina into the revival, so he had to sit this series out. Fans are hoping he'll show up in a second revival if it ever happens.

by Andrea Francese

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‘Gilmore Girls’: Scott Cohen Turned Down the Role of Max Medina for a ‘Long Time’

Scott Cohen appeared in 'Gilmore Girls' for several seasons and served as Lorelai Gilmore's first love interest, Max Medina. He reprised his role several times over the years, but Cohen wasn't exactly sold on the role. In an appearance on Scott Patterson's podcast, 'I Am All In', Cohen revealed that he turned down the role repeatedly because they weren't offering him enough.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: The Worst Episode of Season 2, According to IMDb

'Gilmore Girls' Season 2 received a mostly positive response, but there was one episode many fans rated poorly on IMDb.

by Elise Nelson

Ulta Beauty Releases a ‘Gilmore Girls’ Collection

Ulta Beauty has released a beauty collection inspired by the Warner Bros. series, 'Gilmore Girls.' The collection includes hair accessories, bath sets, candles, and makeup products. While fans are excited about the collection, it isn't the first fandom to take up shelf space at Ulta. 'WandaVision' also collaborated with the beauty retailer.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: 3 Times The Witty Banter Hit Just Right

Lorelai Gilmore and her mother, Emily Gilmore, were witty. The mother-daughter duo insisted they were nothing alike, but their senses of humor and penchant for biting comments suggest otherwise. The complicated characters had moments when their witty banter hit just right. They are the reason 'Gilmore Girls' fans return for rewatches again and again.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: Did You Ever Notice That Several Marriage Proposals Were Born out of Arguments?

Lorelai Gilmore had two engagements that were the result of an argument. Sookie St. James and Lane Kim's engagements didn't come about romantically, either. 'Gilmore Girls' fans are quick to notice that, while the show is great, a lot of the relationship dynamics seem a bit off.

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: 3 Small Issues With the Series That Still Infuriate Fans

'Gilmore Girls' showrunner Amy Sherman-Palladino created a highly detailed world in Stars Hollow, but some minor details of the series make very little sense. For example, why was Richard Gilmore buried in a cemetery plot instead of the family mausoleum? How did Lane Kim learn the drums so quickly, and why didn't health inspectors shut down the Independence Inn?

by Andrea Francese

‘Gilmore Girls’: 3 Times Emily Gilmore Was a Rebel

Emily Gilmore is a bit of a polarizing character. Some 'Gilmore Girls' fans love her, and some hate her. Even fans who dislike Emily can admit she had moments that were sheer comedy gold. Emily, while poised and proper, had moments when she threw caution to the wind. Emily could be a rebel when she needed to be.

by Andrea Francese

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