Season 5, Episode 17

Pulp Friction

6.6/ 10March 8, 200543 min

Rory regrets agreeing with her beau to date other people. Lorelai reunites with her boyfriend but remains cold toward Emily.

Directed by
Michael Zinberg
Written by
James Berg, Stan Zimmerman

Guest stars

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