Ep 19. I Get A Sidekick Out of You

In Gilmore Girls season 6 episode 19, titled "I Get A Sidekick Out of You," Rory (played by Alexis Bledel) prepares for her graduation from Yale while still unsure of her future plans. She decides to throw a casual celebratory bash, but her mother Lorelai (played by Lauren Graham) urges her to make it a grand affair, complete with tuxedos and formal invitations. However, things don't go quite as planned when Rory's father Christopher (played by David Sutcliffe) shows up unexpectedly and announces that he has quit his job and wants to start a new business with Lorelai.

Meanwhile, Paris (played by Liza Weil) ponders her future after graduation, and ends up getting into a heated argument with Doyle (played by Danny Strong) about their differing career goals. Sookie (played by Melissa McCarthy) tries to convince Jackson (played by Jackson Douglas) to have another child, but he is hesitant due to the financial strain it would put on their already busy lives.

The episode also features a subplot involving Lane (played by Keiko Agena), who is still trying to keep her secret rock band a secret from her strict mother Mrs. Kim (played by Emily Kuroda) while juggling her newfound responsibilities as a wife and expectant mother.

As usual, the episode is filled with the witty banter and pop culture references that have made Gilmore Girls a beloved cult favorite. With Rory's future in limbo and the unexpected developments in Lorelai's love life, "I Get A Sidekick Out of You" is a poignant reminder of the importance of staying true to oneself while navigating life's uncertain waters.