TV Guide: Keiko Agena

The Hobbit, the Sofa and Digger Stiles

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:00:00 -0500

Sat Nov 21 04:00 PM SOAP To offset expenses for their new inn, Lorelai and Sookie become caterers. Their first gig: a “Lord of the Rings” kids' party. At Yale, Rory returns from class to find that Emily has redecorated her suite; and Paris pesters Rory to throw their first party. Elsewhere, Richard mulls a business proposal from a surprising source.

The Party's Over

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:00:00 -0500

Fri Nov 20 05:00 PM ABCFAM Richard and Emily reunite in order to find a suitable young man for Rory after learning of her relationship with Dean; Luke's culinary oeuvre intrigues Lorelai, but their dinner is ruined by his new neighbors---T.J. and Liz (Michael DeLuise, Kathleen Wilhoite). Also, Zack is read the riot act by Mrs. Kim, whose intimidation of Kyon also irks Lane. Kyon: Susane Lee. Colin: Alan Loayza. Logan: Matt Czuchry. Finn: Tanc Sade. Robert: Ed Brigadier. Zack: Todd Lowe.

You Jump, I Jump, Jack

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:00:00 -0500

Thu Nov 19 05:00 PM ABCFAM Lorelai is mortified at the prospect of Luke interacting with her snooty parents---and Luke soon learns why; Rory participates in a bizarre off-campus event to research a story on Logan's secret clique; Lane and Zack (Todd Lowe) have a stay-at-home first date. Logan: Matt Czuchry. Doyle: Danny Strong. Colin: Alan Loayza. Finn: Tanc Sade. Stephanie: Katherine Bailess.

Norman Mailer, I'm Pregnant

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:00:00 -0500

Wed Nov 18 05:00 PM ABCFAM Norman Mailer appears as himself, chatting with a reporter at the Dragonfly Inn---to the delight of Lorelai and the displeasure of Sookie, who can't get the author to eat her food. Also: journalist Rory has trouble finding an inspiring story idea for the Yale newspaper. Josh: Stephen Mailer. Logan: Matt Czuchry. Christopher: David Sutcliffe. Doyle: Danny Strong. Dean: Jared Padalecki.

We Got Us a Pippi Virgin!

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:00:00 -0500

Tue Nov 17 05:00 PM ABCFAM Lorelai decides to thaw her frosty relations with Dean by inviting him and Rory to double-date with her and Luke; the strain of separation wears on Richard and Emily; Lane is frustrated with her inability to connect with Zack (Todd Lowe). Kyle: Chauncey Leopardi. Brian: John Cabrera. Sarah: Christy Keefe. Dean: Jared Padalecki.

Gorilla Fist

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:30:00 -0500

Tue Nov 17 01:30 AM DISNEY A slightly jealous Kim is wary of the intentions of an attractive young ninja warrior (voiced by Keiko Agena) who goes to Ron for help in locating her school's missing headmaster. George Takei. DNAmy: Melissa McCarthy. Monique: Raven. Lord Monkey Fist: Tom Kane.

Tippecanoe and Taylor, Too

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:00:00 -0500

Mon Nov 16 05:00 PM ABCFAM Rory interrupts Lorelai's cozy breakfast with Luke; Lorelai loses her patience with Taylor when his enforcement of zoning regulations prevents her from expanding her parking lot by two spaces; Rory is irritated when Paris moves a printing press into their dorm room. Gil: Sebastian Bach. Clara: Scout Taylor-Compton.

Those Are Strings, Pinocchio

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 15:00:00 -0500

Sat Nov 14 03:00 PM SOAP Rory readies to graduate from Chilton and circumvents Lorelai to make a deal that will ensure her future at Yale and enable her mother to bid on the Dragonfly Inn. In other developments, Emily and Richard give Rory an extravagant gift; Luke considers taking a cruise with Nicole; and Rory and Lorelai negotiate the contents of their summer-abroad backpacks.

Written in the Stars

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:00:00 -0500

Fri Nov 13 05:00 PM ABCFAM Lorelai and Luke spend the night at his diner after a romantic dinner, but her appearance at his place wearing his shirt causes nary a ripple among the townsfolk---at first; Richard and Emily bicker about their separation protocol; Paris reveals sad news about her older lover; Rory reunites with old friends after returning to Yale. Logan: Matt Czuchry. Marty: Wayne Wilcox. Gypsy: Rose Abdoo.

A Messenger, Nothing More

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:00:00 -0500

Thu Nov 12 05:00 PM ABCFAM Lorelai cautiously agrees to pass a letter to Dean from Rory, who is in Rome with her grandmother, while Luke becomes antsy with his role at a medieval fair. Also, Lorelai's zealous supervision of the Dragonfly irks Sookie and Michel; Zack and Brian consider altering the band's set list to highlight their original songs. Zack: Todd Lowe. Brian: John Cabrera. Caesar: Aris Alvarado. Lindsay: Arielle Kebbel.

Say Goodbye to Daisy Miller

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:00:00 -0500

Wed Nov 11 05:00 PM ABCFAM Rory's feelings for Dean (Jared Padalecki) deepen, creating a rift between her and Lorelai, who already has her hands full with her growing attraction to Luke and Emily's unhappiness with Richard. Lindsay: Arielle Kebbel. Gil: Sebastian Bach. Lulu: Rini Bell. Zack: Todd Lowe. Brian: John Cabrera.

Raincoats and Recipes

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:00:00 -0500

Tue Nov 10 05:00 PM ABCFAM Exes cause complications when Jason shows up at the Dragonfly to win back Lorelai, and Rory decides to alter her relationship with Dean. In other events, Lorelai tries to orchestrate a reconciliation between her parents, with disastrous results. Jason: Chris Eigeman. Dean: Jared Padalecki. Lindsay: Arielle Kebbel. Lulu: Rini Bell.

Last Week Fights, This Week Tights

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:00:00 -0500

Mon Nov 9 05:00 PM ABCFAM Lorelai accompanies Luke to Liz and T.J.'s wedding, where she sees the grouchy diner owner in a different light; Rory calls Dean for a ride after her date abandons her, but their bonding session is cut short by the arrival of a desperate Jess. Elsewhere, Mrs. Kim finally visits Lane's apartment; and Lorelai grills Emily about an absent Richard's whereabouts. Jess: Milo Ventimiglia. Dean: Jared Padalecki. Liz: Kathleen Wilhoite. T.J.: Michael DeLuise. Mrs. Kim: Emily Kuroda. Tanna: Olivia Hack. Janet: Katie Walder. Carla: Dayna Devon. Glenn: Ethan Cohn.

Luke Can See Her Face

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:00:00 -0500

Mon Nov 9 11:00 AM ABCFAM Dismayed by the failure of his marriage, Luke decides to take control of his love life and has a surprising epiphany. Elsewhere, Lorelai is overwhelmed by last-minute details at the inn; Liz and T.J. announce their engagement and choose Stars Hollow as their wedding site; Paris second-guesses her relationship with Asher after a medical crisis lands him in the ER; Luke confronts Jess (Milo Ventimiglia) about his selfish behavior after he refuses to participate in Liz's wedding; and Sookie and Lorelai witness a spat between Dean and Lindsay. Liz: Kathleen Wilhoite. T.J.: Michael Deluise. Asher: Michael York. Dean: Jared Padalecki.

Here Comes the Son

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 14:00:00 -0500

Sun Nov 8 02:00 PM SOAP As Jess arrives in California hoping to spend some time getting to know Jimmy (Rob Estes), Lorelai searches for the right moment to tell a stressed-out Rory that her beau has left town. In other developments, Lorelai gets news from Yale's financial-aid office; and Emily asks for Rory's help in selecting graduation-ceremony attire. Sasha: Sherilyn Fenn.

Say Goodnight, Gracie

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 13:00:00 -0500

Sun Nov 8 01:00 PM SOAP Already frustrated by his nephew's recent behavior, Luke has an uncomfortable encounter with an unexpected (and unwelcome) visitor (Rob Estes) who's looking for Jess. Elsewhere, Dean has shocking news for Rory; Lane tries to smooth things out with her mother in order to go to the prom with Dave; and Lorelai and Sookie conspire to embark on a new business venture.