Gilmore Girls Rewritten Finale Episode 2 Hour Special

Gilmore Girls Rewritten Finale Episode

Season 7 Episode 22 "Take Two"

Scene One

(Rory's graduation re-enactment ceremony in the town square. Rory's graduation picture is blown up into a six foot tall banner with the words, "Congratulations Rory" across it. The high school band is assembled and tuning their instruments. Taylor is going over his cue card notes. Kirk is holding the diploma. Rows of chairs are quickly filling with neighbors and friends. Rory is standing to off the side in her cap and gown next to Lorelai.)

Rory

Remind me again of why I am doing this?

Lorelai

Well, because you don't want to disappoint everyone who couldn't make it to the actual ceremony who have loved you since you were a baby, because you get to eat more cake which this time is Sookie-made and not whatever store bought blah cake Yale was serving-

Rory

Mmm, I do love Sookie's cakes.

Lorelai

 -and also so you can have another opportunity to wear your graduation outfit. And so we can make references to The Graduate.

Rory

(Smiles) Well this whole idea sounds pretty half baked.

Lorelai

(smiles back) Oh, it's not. It's completely baked. 

Babette

(approaches Lorelai and Rory)

Are you ready hun? You look so beautiful! I'm right in the front row next to Morey and Patty. Patty and I will be taking so many pictures you just might go blind! Oh, I won't need my flash on with the sun shinning and all but I don't know how to turn it off. I need Morey. Morey! (leaves)

Taylor

(Stands before the crowd with his hand in the air to catch their attention.) All right, quiet down everyone. It's time to begin our Stars Hollow re-enactment of Rory Gilmore's graduation. (points to band director who begins conducting the band playing Pomp and Circumstance. Lorelai walks to her seat in the front next to Sookie. As she walks she spots Luke in a nearby row and they half smile at each other. Fade out.)

Gilmore Girls Theme Song "Where You Lead" Intro

Scene Two

(Re-enactment ceremony is over. Rory is getting hugs from Gypsy, Jackson, Michel, etc. Sookie is cutting up and serving Rory's graduation cake. Lorelai comes over for some cake.)

Sookie

Here you go. So that was fun, huh? Rory was such a doll to do this.

Lorelai

Well I think Rory and I would have been shunned from the town if we didn't. But I think she really enjoyed it. This town has been like a family to her. I know when the time comes, she will have a hard time leaving.

Sookie

Has she heard from any other newspapers? 

Lorelai

Not yet. I'm not worried, though. Rory will find her place in the world soon enough.

(Lorelai looks toward Rory who is having her picture taken with Lane. Luke approaches Rory.)

Luke

Hi Rory, I just wanted to say congratulations. 

Rory

Thank you. And thank you for the earrings. (points to her ears where she is wearing the earrings.)

Luke

Oh, you like them? Well, that's good. I mean, cause if you don't then I could always exchange them-

Rory

No, I love them. Thank you, Luke. 

Luke

(Hugs Rory) I'm so proud of you.

Scene Three

Dinner at Emily & Richard Gilmore's House. Everyone is gathered at the table eating salads. 

Lorelai

(In mid conversation) From there we will drive to Six Flags in Massachusetts where we will ride the ultimate roller coaster, Bizarro. (changes voice to sound scary) Welcome to the twisted world of Bizarro, Superman's dark evil twin.

Emily

Bizarro? Honestly, where do they come up with these names?

Lorelai

I know. I would have gone with something like "Freakishly Off The Wall ride or Where's Waldo.

Rory

Where's Waldo?

Lorelai

Think about it. First you travel up 208 feet and you're all like, "Hmm, maybe Waldo is up here on top of this hill yodeling or bird watching, and then thunk, you blast down 221 feet into a tunnel going over 70 miles per hour hoping to greet Waldo with a flashlight riding parallel in a bullet train-

Richard

Sounds terrifying. 

Emily

I'm getting nauseous just listening to this.

Lorelai

-and out of the tunnel you ride onto the next hill and there are all these sideways turns and more hills. When you are finally done you've had so much fun that you no longer care where Waldo is.

Rory

It's going to be amazing, Grandma. 

Emily

Just promise me you won't eat before going on that ridiculous ride. Are you girls going to do anything else besides theme parks? Perhaps you could visit Monticello or Jamestown.

Lorelai

Mom, this trip is about having fun. Rory is done with school. Her brain is reached its peak of information taking. Anymore knowledge and her brain might start leaking.

Rory

I hope not.

Richard

Rory is like me, an eternal student. While she has completed her academic training, she has yet to embark on the journey of knowledge that the world has to offer her. (Cook enters with plates and distributes them. He looks down at his plate.) I see that tonight I get to eat something other than fish. Emily, my palette thanks you.

Rory

(cell phone rings) Excuse me, I need to take this.

Richard

Go ahead, Rory.

Emily

(to Lorelai) Is everything all right?

Lorelai

I'm sure she's fine, Mom.

Emily

Do you think it's Logan calling? Rory should really reconsider his proposal. After all, he is a Huntzberger. 

Lorelai

Mom, she has made her decision and I agree with her. She is too young to get married.

Emily

Oh well. (Pause) You know, I wouldn't mind doing some traveling this summer. Maybe Tuscany or Rome? What do you think?

Lorelai

I think you should go to Los Angeles.

Emily

Los Angeles? Why on Earth would I want to go there?

Lorelai 

You could visit the Griffith Observatory, shop on Rodeo Drive, go wine tasting. It would be fun.

Emily

Surrounding by diseased hippies and tourists? No thank you. 

Lorelai

And then after a day of wine tasting you could drive drunk, get arrested, and share a jail cell with Paris Hilton.

Emily

Lorelai Gilmore!

Lorelai

Then the two of you could arrange a break out and hide in one of her many worldwide Hilton hotels.

Richard

That's enough.

Emily

Honestly, why must you say such ridiculous things? I-

(Rory rushes back into the room with a grin on her face.)

Lorelai

(mutters under her breath) Saved by the bell. 

Emily

Rory, what is it?

Rory

I got it! The New York Times internship! I got accepted!

Emily

But you said they rejected you.

Rory

Well they did at first but they just called and the person they picked was disqualified and I was next on their list so...I just can't believe it! This is my dream job. I need to sit down. 

Richard

I knew something had to be amiss for Rory to be rejected. 

Emily

Oh, never mind! (Hugs Rory) Congratulations, Rory! Now Richard and I can purchase that apartment like we planned. I must get on the phone with my realtor right away. (Leaves the room)

Richard

(hugs Rory) My granddaughter, the future journalist for the New York Times! 

Rory

It's an internship at least.

Richard

My dear, you are too modest. This calls for a toast. I'll get the champagne. (Leaves room.)

Lorelai

(Hugs Rory). Oh Rory, this is so wonderful!

Rory

I can't believe it! I was so worried when every newspaper I applied to had turned me down. I began to second guess myself and my choices...I'm just so happy! I'm moving to New York!

Lorelai

(Sadly, but smiling) You're moving to New York.

Scene Four

It's nighttime and Lorelai walks into Luke's Diner. Luke is wiping down tables.

Luke

Hey, I'm closing up.

Lorelai

I can see that. Actually I wanted to order food for tomorrow. Rory and I are taking a road trip. I was thinking sandwiches, chips, brownies, pie, fries...

Luke

And a defibrillator to restart your hearts after you eat all that? You know you will need a cooler to keep all that food fresh in the summer heat.

Lorelai

I hadn't thought of that. Throw in a cooler too and some ice. (pause) Just kidding. I borrowed a cooler from Sookie.

Luke

All right. I will have everything ready to go in the morning. Good night.

Lorelai

Um...good night to you too. (Turns to leave, then turns back). Okay, Luke, I can't take it anymore. Are you mad at me because of the song?

Luke

No, I'm not mad about the song. Why would I be? It didn't mean anything, right?

Lorelai

Well-

Luke

Because that's what you told Patty and Babette when they asked.

Lorelai

Oh, you heard that.

Luke

And hey, it's not like I wanted that song to mean something either. You and I are over, but did you have to announce it to the town like that? 

Lorelai

I didn't mean for you to hear that, Luke. I didn't know what I was saying. Miss Patty and Babette caught me off guard and the words just came out.

Luke

Right, the words just came out just like when you sang that song.

Lorelai

I sang that song for Rory! She wanted me to sing. 

Luke

But you weren't looking at Rory when you sang it. You were looking at me!

Lorelai

Yes I know that! I got caught up in the moment. Our eyes met and I felt...

Luke

What? Felt what?

Lorelai

(pause) Love.

(Luke and Lorelai stare at each other for a moment and then they kiss passionately.)

Scene Five

(Lorelai wakes up in Luke's apartment lying next to Luke. Lorelai kisses him and then looks for her clothes.)

Luke

Don't go.

Lorelai

I have to. I'm already late. (Finds her phone) I've missed three calls from Rory. (Dials Rory) Hi honey. I'm on my way. I'm just getting coffee from Luke's and then I will be right back. Okay, see you soon. (Hangs up and looks at Luke). It's only two weeks. I'll be back before you know it. 

Luke

(kisses Lorelai) I love you.

Lorelai

I love you too.

Scene Six

(Two weeks later. Rory and Lorelai go to Luke's Diner for breakfast. They sit at their usual table.)

Lorelai

I am so hungry. I barely made it to the table! 

Rory

I'm surprised we are so hungry after all the hot dogs, funnel cake, and ice cream we ate on vacation. 

Lorelai

We are Lorelai and Rory. Our stomachs are made of steel. They can handle anything. (Yells) Except being empty!

(Luke appears and smiles as he comes to their table.)

Luke

Welcome back! How was the trip?

Lorelai

No talking until I eat food.

Rory

Yes, we are famished.

Luke

So what will it be?

Lorelai

Pancakes, waffles, orange juice, scrambled eggs, bacon, and hash browns. And two blueberry muffins.

Luke

Okay, coming right up.

Rory

And the same for me.

(Luke smiles wryly and heads to the kitchen.)

Rory

He seems to be in an awfully chipper mood this morning. I wonder why that is?

Lorelai

Um, he found his lucky baseball cap?

Rory

If that's the case then why is he wearing the one you gave him?

Lorelai

(smiling innocently) I don't know. But seriously, you are okay with this?

Rory

Okay with what?

Lorelai

You know. Me and Luke. We talked about it on the car ride.

Rory

Yeah, I'm just teasing. Of course I am. I'm happy for you two. 

(Luke brings over orange juice and muffins. They each take a bite.)

Luke

So now can I ask questions?

Lorelai

I don't think so. In fact, I would like to order dessert.

Luke

Dessert? But you haven't eaten your breakfast yet.

Lorelai

Doesn't matter. I will have Marshmallow Mermaid Pie.

Luke

What?

Rory

That sounds good. I'll have the same.

Lorelai

Marshmallow Mermaid Pie. I saw it in a movie. But don't make it fishy tasting. More marshmallow, less fin.

Luke 

I'm not making some made up pie. There's peach or apple pie.

Lorelai

Be careful, Luke or I will order you a Kick In The Pants Pie. Toot sweet and thank you!

(Luke rolls his eyes. Lorelai stands up and kisses him. The townspeople applaud. Luke returns to the kitchen and Lorelai sits down.)

Rory

Waitress was a good movie.

Lorelai

(Takes her hand) Rory, "if I had a penny for everything I love about you, I would have many pennies". 

Rory

"Your love is like a beating drum"

Together

"Bum ba bum ba bum ba bum."

(Laugh together. End Scene.)

Scene Seven

(Six months later. It's snowing lightly outside. Luke is bundled in a coat in the town square waiting. Kirk approaches.)

Kirk

Hi, Luke. Everyone's in the meeting hall.

Luke

Okay. I'm just waiting on Lorelai and Rory.

Kirk

Isn't it always like women to run late? Lulu has kept me waiting on a number of occasions. Like when-

Luke

Kirk, I'm really not in the mood right now to hear one of your stories.

Kirk

Gotcha. I guess I'm just nervous. I've got quite the important job tonight. I'm wearing my best clothes for the occasion. (Kirk opens his coat and shows Luke) Do I look good?

Luke

You look great, Kirk. 

(April approaches.)

April

Hey Dad. They are ready!. Brr! Why are we doing this at night again?

Luke

Because Lorelai loves the snow fall at night. Thanks for being here.

April

Of course. I wouldn't miss it.

Luke

Could you let everyone know it's time?

April

Okay. 

Luke

Thanks, April.

(Studio doors open.)

Kirk

Places everyone!

(Luke removes his coat. He is wearing a tux. The townspeople walk out of the studio all dressed up and carrying lit candles. They move to the center of the square and form two aisles. Kirk and Luke stand in the back. Miss Patty stands beside them and as music plays she begins to sing, At Last. Emily Gilmore is in the front row. 

Everyone turns to look down the aisle as Rory approaches in a light blue dress with a bouquet in her hands. She smiles widely as she walks down the aisle toward Luke. She moves to the left and turns with everyone to watch as Lorelai emerges in a beautiful white wedding gown with white flowers in her hair. Lorelai glows with happiness as she smiles at everyone and then at Luke while walking arm in arm with her father. Richard kisses her on the cheek before moving to the aisle. Lorelai stands next to Luke and Kirk begins the ceremony.)

Kirk

We are gathered here tonight to join Luke Danes and Lorelai Gilmore in the bonds of holy matrimony. 

Kirk's voice fades as we watch Luke and Lorelai stare into each other's eyes. They exchange rings and we hear the I do's. 

Kirk

By the power vested in me by oneminuteminister,com, I now pronounce you man and wife.

Sookie

It's about time!

(Everyone laughs and claps as Luke and Lorelai kiss.)

Scene Eight

(One year later, Rory and Lorelai are standing about five feet from each other in the living room with their backs to us. They each have their hands on their hips. Suddenly they turn toward each other and we can see their large bellies. Scene viewed through a video camera lens.)

(Luke hands Lorelai and Rory small dumbells and they make an effort to life them into the air to work out music.)

Rory

Is this really necessary?

Lorelai

Huh, I guess not. Okay, lets move on to the song.

Luke takes the dumbells and helps Rory sit down on the couch. Sookie pushes Michel forward and he and Luke stare awkwardly into the camera while Lorelai holds Luke's hand.)

Lorelai

Uh, hello? Anytime now guys.

Luke

Do I have to?

Michel

This is so embarrassing.

Lorelai

Yes, you do. It's for me. Make me happy.

Michel

(lack of enthusiasm as he reads cue cards) Oh hello. My favorite father of the bride. 

Luke

(reads cue cards) Hi, how are you?

Michel

Nina, you look beautiful. Imagine running into you here of all places. So nothing is wrong? Your health is good?

Luke 

No, we are good. Perfect. Healthy and nothing to report.

Sookie

I'm the nurse! (Moves next to Lorelai and hands her a bottle of pills) Here Mrs. Banks, you forgot your prenatal vitamins, your mommy pamphlets and your baby's first picture.

Michel

(monotone) You are pregnant? I can't believe it. Let's throw a party.

Luke

No party.

Michael

(sings) Every party has a pooper, that's why we've invited you. Party pooper. Party pooper. (drops cards) I'm done.

Jackson

(puts down camera) That was good everyone. (Babette and Miss Patty clap.)

Michel

No, it was terrible.

Sookie

Michel, our real life party pooper.

Rory

Come on Michel! It's all your fault anyway. You let Mom pick the baby shower theme.

Jackson

Who knew that Father of the Bride Part Two was a baby shower theme?

Michel

I certainly didn't. 

Babette

Time for presents! 

(Everyone helps carry gifts over to Lorelai.)

Rory

(touches belly) George is getting awfully heavy. 

Lorelai

(touches her belly) Megan is too. I can't wait until we go into labor together.

Luke

Geez. Okay men, let's leave the women to their baby time and go watch the game. Grabs some beers.

Michel

I do not like sports. I will stay here.

(Front door opens and unknown male walks through. His smile drops when he looks at Rory).

Austin

Did I miss something?

Rory

Austin, you made it! Help me up. 

(Austin helps Rory to her feet and she kisses him. Austin rubs her belly. Rory laughs as she lifts up her shirt and unsnaps the faux pregnancy bump and tosses it aside.)

Rory

Did I scare you?

Austin

Only with the thought that the child wasn't mine. 

Rory

Everyone, this is my boyfriend, Austin. (Everyone says hi) Luke and Jackson are gonna watch the game. I don't know sports but I'm guessing it's football. You wanna join them?

Austin

Sounds great. See you in a bit. 

(Austin kisses her then he, Luke and Jackson leave).

Lorelai

Not fair! I want to take my baby bump off!

Miss Patty

Do you have any names picked out yet?

Lorelai

Well, if they are boys I am considering Beau and Arrow and if girls Rory Jr. and Rory III.

Rory

Mom!

Babette

How about Babette? It's got a cute ring to it. 

Lorelai

Yeah I will think about it. Okay gimme some presents!

(Lorelai pulls matching outfits out of a bag and everyone oohs and aahs as the scene ends.)

Scene Nine

(Lorelai is working at the inn greeting guests as they check in.)

Lorelai

Good morning Mr. and Mrs. McCann, I hope you have enjoyed your stay with us.

Mrs. McCann

Indeed we have. Such a charming inn! We enjoyed the picnic and golf I enjoyed flower picking and creating bouquets while Tom here took a nap. (Sees two baby carriers) Oh, who are these little ones?

Lorelai

This is my daughter, Tessa and my son, Josh. They aren't usually at work with me.

Mrs. McCann

They are so adorable! How old are they?

Lorelai

Good question. Let's see, when did I last sleep through the night...Oh that's right. They're four months old. 

Mr. McCann

Dear, we should be going.

Mrs. McCann

All right. Thank you Ms. Gilmore.

(A teenager about 16 years old arrives in a rush.)

Becky

I am so sorry I'm late, Lorelai! My alarm didn't go off though I specifically remember setting it last night. I promise it won't happen again. (grabs carriers). I will drive them safely back to your house.

Lorelai

Great and be sure to feed them bottles in twenty minutes and burp Tessa for at least ten minutes or she gets really gassy and play Twinkle Twinkle Little Star on repeat until they fall asleep. Oh and Josh's favorite blanket is in the dryer. 

Becky

The blue one with the elephant on it. Got it. 

(Lorelai bends down and kisses her babies.)

See you tonight!

Lorelai

Drive safe! (cell phone rings) Hi Rory! 

Rory

Hi Mom. How's life of the sleep deprived mother?

Lorelai

Are you asking me for a news story because I could give you the inside scoop with all of its smelly and wet details?

Rory

I will let you know if the New York Times is ever looking for an expose. Speaking of, did you read my article?

Lorelai

Yes, I read it to Josh last night. He dosed off but I thought it was amazing. Your grandparents are having it framed as we speak. So how is life as an official journalist? 

Rory

It's fun and demanding and everything I had hoped it would be. I've got my own cubicle with pictures of you and Luke and my new baby brother and sister. 

Lorelai

Tessa and Josh miss you. When can you come visit?

Rory

I miss them too and I miss you. Austin and I are going to Tokyo next week.

Lorelai

Tokyo? 

Rory

He's got a photo shoot there but he asked me to come along. You know I've always wanted to go to Asia.

Lorelai

Yes. So you and Austin have been seeing each other for quite a while now.

Rory

Almost a year.

Lorelai

So let me ask you...on a scale from Jess to Dean, where does he rank?

Rory

I would rank him as a Logan but without the vast fortune or pompous father. He's great, Mom. You've met him and you said you like him. He's smart and funny and thoughtful and he really makes me happy. Other than you and Lane, Austin is my best friend.

Lorelai

That's great, hun. So back to Tokyo. What are you going to do?

Rory

Austin's promised to show me the Sensoji Temple and while he's working I'm going to shop in Asakusa and find Tessa a tiny kimono and then we will have dinner at Robot Restaurant.

Lorelai

Aw! With actual robots? (robot voice) Konnichiwa, may I take your order?

Rory

Konnichiwa is good afternoon. Konbonwa is good evening. 

Lorelai

Well I will have to brush up on my Japanese before you come home. Maybe Tessa's first word will be Konnichiwa. You never know.

Rory 

I promise I will come visit as soon as I can. How is the nanny working out? 

Lorelai

Becky? She's, you know, a typical teenager. She's not quite the straight laced responsible teenager you were but the twins like her and Luke and I couldn't function without her. Give us a month without Becky and we could audition to be robots at that restaurant. 

Rory

(laughs) Hey, I've got to get back to work. So I will call you when we land in Tokyo.

Lorelai

Okay babe. Sayounara! 

(Ends call. Lorelai goes into the kitchen where Sookie is cooking.)

Sookie

Hi. I take it Becky finally showed up?

Lorelai

Yes. This whole bringing my kids to work with my act is becoming all too familiar only double the pleasure, double the fun. I'm glad I packed an extra shirt after Tessa spat up on me.

Sookie

Aw. Tessa's a sweet girl. Not like my Henry. When Henry was Tessa's age he would cry all night long. Davy and Martha asked if we could return him as if we had bought him from a store. He got over it, though.

Lorelai

I don't know how you do it with three kids. I mean I have three but mine are spaced out twenty some years apart. I feel so old!

Sookie

Between the sitters and the occasional spa days it all works out. Jackson loves being home with the kids. I just wish he would clean up after them.

Lorelai

Here here! So what are you making?

Sookie

I'm preparing chicken cordon bleu with prosciutto wrapped asparagus and fruit salad and for dessert...chocolate ganache.

Lorelai 

(Tastes the chocolate sauce) Mmm this is sinfully delicious. Okay, I have a million things to do. Pick up invitations at the printers, order decorations-

Sookie

Hold on. What's in your hair?

Lorelai

(Fingers her hair and finds a dried white substance.) Ew, I've got spit up in my hair. Okay make that a million and one things to do. Wash my hair. I need to get my hair done anyway. Leaving now, have Michel hold down the fort! (Rushes out the door.)

Scene Ten

(Two month later. Lorelai holding Tessa at table in Luke's diner. Rory walks in. They hug.)

Lorelai

How's my number one daughter?

Rory

Am I number one just chronologically or by preference?

Lorelai

Huh. I guess you will never know. 

Rory

Hi sis! (takes Tessa in her arms). I love her pudgy cheeks.

Lorelai

Me too. I also love that even though she is only six months old she totally gets my humor.

Rory

She is a fast learner. And where is my little brother?

Luke

(Appears with baby in his arms) Right here. Hi Rory, it's good to see you. 

Rory

You too. (holds Josh's hand) Hi Josh!

Lorelai

Did he just wake up? (takes Tessa back)

Luke

Yep about fifteen minutes ago. I changed his diaper and gave him a bottle.

Lorelai

(to Rory) I have this one well trained. Luke has gone from "drop another baby in this mess" to father of the year. 

Luke

I never said that.

Lorelai

Oh yes, you did. Sookie can back me up.

Luke

Well... that was long before I became a father. People are allowed to change. I love being a Dad. I could do without the diapers and sticky fingers but overall it's great. Especially now that I have a son. (To Josh.) Do me a favor big guy and grow up fast to help me deal with these three.

Rory

How is April? 

Luke

April is doing really well. She will be a senior in the fall. She's registered for AP science classes. And she...has a boyfriend.

Rory

A boyfriend, huh? Have you met him?

Luke

No but let's just say he's lucky that I don't live with April. 

(Miss Patty and Babette enter the diner.)

Babette

Oh, would you take a look at this? The whole family together in one place! Let me see that handsome boy. (Luke hands Josh to Babette.)

Miss Patty

Hi Josh! Aunt Babette and I got you a little something. (Pulls out baby blue baseball cap out of purse and places it backwards on his head)

Babette

Now he looks just like his dad!

Rory

That is so adorable!

Lorelai

Thank you Miss Patty and Babette!

Miss Patty

Rory, how are you? We've missed seeing your face around here.

Rory

I'm good. I've been busy working in New York. I've missed you too. I've missed everybody.

Miss Patty

Lorelai, can I hold her? (Lorelai passes Tessa to Miss Patty who does some baby talk with her.) I just had a great idea! My dance class is having a recital next week and little Tessa here would be a fabulous little star! What do you think?

Lorelai

Oh! Well as long as she's not the kind of star with pointy sharp edges then it's okay with me.

Miss Patty

Wonderful! 

(More town people enter the diner and surround Miss Patty and Babette to see the twins.)

Luke

That's my cue to get back to work. (pulls out his order pad) So what can I get you ladies?

Rory

Burgers and fries please.

Lorelai

With extra ketchup. 

Rory

And cheese.

Lorelai

And bring out our food on a large plate in the shape of a smiley face with burgers for the eyes. 

Luke

No.

Lorelai

Sarcastic face? 

Luke

No.

Rory

Melodramatic face? 

Lorelai

Clown face?

Luke

(Huffs) No. (pause) I'll see what I can do. (goes to kitchen).

Lorelai

So long do I have you before you have to go back?

Rory 

I have this whole week off. I am completely yours.

Lorelai

No Austin?

Rory

Austin is busy in New York with work. Besides he knows how important it is for me to have time with you.

Lorelai

He's been well trained too.

(Commotion is heard outside. Rory and Lorelai look out the window to see bicyclists riding by. One cyclist loses control and crashes into a car. It's Kirk. Kirk removes his helmet just as Taylor comes over to exclaim over his car damage.)

Taylor

Kirk, what have you done to my car?

Kirk

Better question is, what has your car done to my bike? 

Taylor

A flat tire is no comparison to the scratched paint and dent in my car, Kirk!

Kirk

I never would have hit your car if it hadn't been for the cat.

Taylor

Cat? What cat? There was no cat!

Kirk

A squirrel then.

(Kirk and Taylor's voices fade as the focus is shifted back inside the diner.)

Rory

It's good to know some things will never change. I wish I could shrink Stars Hollow and put it in a snow globe to take with me wherever I go.

Lorelai

It would be very cramped in there. Think about it. We would all be so tiny that you could hardly see us. And Lane is so short you wouldn't see her at all. And Tessa-

Rory

I'm just saying that life has taken me from Stars Hollow to New Haven to New York City and who knows where I may be in five or ten years from now. 

Lorelai

Rory, this crazy, quirky close-knit town of ours will always be your home. You take a piece of Stars Hollow with you wherever you go. Luke and Sookie and Kirk and everyone who lives here make up this giant puzzle and it wouldn't be complete without you. I wouldn't be complete without you.

Rory

I love you, Mom.

Lorelai

I love you too.

(Rory and Lorelai continue talking animatedly as their voices fade. La la la theme music swells and camera pulls back.)

The End

Drop Dead Diva Rewritten Finale Episode

How Drop Dead Diva Should Have Ended

Season 6 Episode13 “You Were There”

Scene One

(Jane and Ian are in her room getting ready for bed. Jane is upset and beating her pillows.)

Ian

Am I getting the silent treatment too? Come on, forget Owen.

Jane

Ian, how can I forget that look of horror and disappointment on his face? It was like me and you a year ago kissing at me and Owen's wedding all over again only he had no right to react the way he did.

Ian

Because he wasn't being jilted this time or because he shouldn't still cares about you?

Jane

Ian-

Ian

Jane, look at it from his point of view. You chose Grayson- me- over him because you and he both knew that your heart belonged to Grayson. Now Grayson's dead-

Jane

Not dead.

Ian

Physically dead, and within a few weeks of losing him, you fall for someone else. He's confused and worried about his friend.

Jane

(Pauses to consider). What am I supposed to do? I can't just tell him that you are Grayson. Then I would have to tell him I am some woman he's never met before named Deb and you and I are soul mates trapped in the wrong bodies...he would never believe me.

Ian

I agree. So don't tell him. Let him get to know Ian and before you know it the three of us will all be friends.

Jane

You are such a dreamer, but I love that about you.

(They kiss. Jane and Ian hold each other in bed.)

Ian

Speaking of dreamers and dreams, now that you no longer work for Harrison and Parker, what are you going to do? As an ex-convict, my choices are a bit limited but you have the world at your feet. And you are brilliant and talented.

Jane

Well, I agree with you there. I don't know. I could try finding another firm. Or maybe I will work freelance. I don't have to decide now.

Scene Two

(Jane falls asleep. Suddenly, she wakes with a start to the sound of a gavel. She finds herself in a court room on the witness stand. Standing behind the left side table is Owen French. Seated next to him is Kim Kaswell.)

Jane

Um, what's going on?

Teri

Objection your honor!

Owen

You can't object! Jane is your client!

Teri

I know. Your honor, my client needs her breakfast before we can continue. Cappuccino and a doughnut with sprinkles? (Teri holds up coffee cup and bag.)

Jane looks at the judge and is surprised to find that it is Paula Abdul.

Jane

Judge Paula Abdul?

Paula Abdul

In the flesh. (Looks at Teri). I will allow the coffee and doughnut if you have extra for me.

Teri

(Smiles and picks up second bag and cup.) Of course, your honor. (Hands food to judge then Jane. Winks at Jane.)

Jane

(Grabs Teri's arm and whispers.) Teri, how are you my lawyer?

Teri

What? This lawyer stuff is easy. Try posing as an EMT trying to get into James Franco's house after accidentally poisoning his cleaning lady, trying to get a date with him and then call me. (Teri walks back to her chair.)

Jane

What?

Owen

Your honor, if we could please proceed.

Paula Abdul

This doughnut is amazing! Yes, counselor, proceed.

Owen

Miss Bingham, do you remember the conversation you had with myself and Miss Kaswell yesterday?

Jane

Yes I do, but what does that have to do-

Owen

And do you remember what was said?

Jane

Well, you and Kim came into my office and basically told me that my boyfriend, Ian was a con artist and was using me.

Owen

And how did you react?

Jane

I told you and Kim that I quit.

Owen

You quit. Do you think you overreacted?

Teri

Objection! Calls for speculation!

Kim

It doesn't count as speculation if the witness is recalling her own emotional actions.

Teri

Well! I guess I need to watch a few more episodes of Law and Order. (Sits down)

Paula Abdul

Witness will answer the question.

Jane

(Clears her throat.) I quit my job because I can't surround myself with people who don't accept that what Ian and I have is real.

Owen

As opposed to what you and Grayson had? Or you and I for that matter?

(Jane looks to Teri for help. Teri is sipping on a soda.)

Teri

What? I want to know the answer to this too. Ian is hot, by the way. Is it lust or is it something more?

Paula Abdul

Remember what I said before, Jane, stay true to yourself no matter what.

Jane

(To Paula) How can I tell them the truth?

Paula Abdul

Just tell them what is in your heart.

Jane

The truth is...the truth is that I'm sorry I reacted the way I did. Owen, Kim, you are both dear friends to me, (to Kim) despite all of our differences, (Kim smiles). I met Ian when my heart was broken into a million pieces from losing Grayson. Ian put me back together. Believe me though, Grayson will never, ever leave my heart.

Owen

(Smiling) So you'll stay?

Jane

Will you accept Ian?

(Kim and Owen glance at each other and nod.)

Paula Abdul

(Uses gavel). Very well. It is the decision of this court that Jane remain in her place of employment and I am ordering her and Ian to take a two week vacation effective immediately.

Jane

Wow! To where?

Paula Abdul

To anywhere your dreams take you. Congrats, Jane. You have finally grown up. I'm so proud of you.

Jane

Thank you Paula Abdul. (They hug. Suddenly the fire alarm goes off. The water sprinklers set off as well.)

Paula Abdul

Oh, my hair! Everyone, clear my court room!

(Everyone rushes out as Jane stares in confusion.)

(Jane wakes up. She is back in her bedroom and her alarm is going off. Frustrated, she grabs her alarm and turns it off.)

Jane

I guess I forgot to turn off my alarm setting after I quit my job. It was such a nice dream. Paula Abdul was there. I haven't seen her in my dreams in a really long time!

Ian

Paula Abdul? I remember those dreams. Did she offer you any advice?

Jane

Yes. She told us to take a vacation and that is exactly what we are going to do. Pack a bag, Ian.

Ian

Uh, where are we going?

Jane

(Smiling) Anywhere we want!

Scene Three

(Jane and Ian are driving in her car. Jane is at the wheel. They are listening to music and smiling. Suddenly, Jane reaches for her phone.)

Ian

Jane, what are you doing? Watch the road.

Jane

Relax, Ian, I can multitask. I just need to call Owen.

Ian

Why?

Jane

I have to apologize and ask for my job back. I can't leave things the way they are now.

Ian

But I thought you were moving on. Are you sure about this?

Jane

(Jane hushes Ian as Owen picks up the phone.) Hello, Owen? It's Jane.

Owen

(Switch to Owen in his office. He looks stern.) Hello, Jane.

Jane

Listen, I know things were said yesterday that can never be taken back. I just want you to know that I'm sorry.

Owen

Sorry for quitting or sorry for yelling at me?

Jane

Both. I'm truly sorry, Owen. I just want you to accept my choice to be with Ian. I think we can make this work.

Owen

You mean you want to come back?

Jane

If I can. Hold on. (Jane swerves around a slow driver and speeds ahead.)

Owen

Honestly, I'm not sure that I can, Jane, but as your friend I am willing to try. You are one of the best lawyers I have ever met. I would hate to lose you as a coworker or as a friend.

Ian

I don't like you driving like this, Jane. Give me the phone.

Jane

No, Ian, I've got this.

Ian

(Ian and Jane struggle over the phone) Jane, give me-

Jane

Let go! I'm almost done!

(The phone slips from their fingers and lands at Grayson's feet. Both reach for it.)

Owen

Jane. Are you still there?

(Ian gets the phone and he and Jane look up in time to see they are about to crash into a fruit truck.)

Jane

Not again!!!

(They scream.)

Scene Four

(Jane hears the sound of a heart monitor. Slowly, she opens her eyes. She sees she is in a hospital.)

Jane

(Faintly) Ian?

(To her left she sees an middle aged nurse facing away. She is on the phone.)

Nurse

I couldn't wait til my lunch break so I snuck into the coma girl's room. Did you hear what happened to Abby? She took yesterday off from work and found her husband in bed with her sister! Can you imagine?

Jane

Excuse me, nurse?

Nurse

(Not paying attention, still looking away.) Just a second! Lisa, gotta dash. Details to follo- (Nurse slowly puts down the phone and turns around in shock.)

Jane

What happened to me?

(Nurse gasps and rushes out of the room. Soon she returns, more composed.)

Nurse

Hello there, young lady. My, we weren't sure you were ever going to wake up. I've called for the doctor, he will be in shortly. How are you feeling?

Jane

Confused. I don't remember what happened. Wait. I was driving with Ian and I saw a fruit truck. Oh no! Ian! Where's Ian? Is he okay?

Nurse

Easy now. I will look up your friend for you. (Grabs her chart.) What's his last name, Miss Dobkins?

Jane

His name is Ian Holt. He...wait...what did you just call me?

Nurse

Miss Dobkins. Miss Deborah Dobkins?

(Jane stares back at her in shock. She raises her arms and sees they are slender. She sees the blue nail polish on her pinky finger. Jane tries to get out of bed.)

Nurse

(Restrains her.) Miss Dobkins, lie down. You just woke up from a coma. Your body isn't ready yet.

Jane

What??? Give me a mirror! Now!

Nurse

I don't know-

Jane

Now!!!

(The nurse reaches for her purse and pulls out a compact. Quickly but cautiously she hands it over. Jane slowly opens the compact and looks into the tiny mirror. She faints.)

Scene Five

Grayson

Deb? Deb?

(Deb wakes up. She sees Grayson next to her bed, holding her hand. Grayson smiles widely at her. He kissed her cheek. Tears glisten in his eyes.)

Deb

Grayson? Is it really you?

Grayson

Of course it's me. I would never leave you.

Bobbie Dobkins

He's been by your side everyday. Oh, my baby! (Bobbie hugs Deb.) I knew you would wake up, I just knew it! (She hugs her again.) I'm not hurting you, am I?

Deb

No. Bobbie, I- I mean Mom. I get to call you Mom!

Bobbie

Of course you do! Are you feeling okay? I should get the doctor to look in on you. I will be right back. (She smiles at Grayson, takes another look at Deb, then leaves the room.)

Grayson

Do you remember what happened to you?

Jane

Yes. I died. I mean, it felt like I died and became someone else. I was living as someone else for the past six years.

Grayson

Six years? It's only been six months! Here. (Grayson grabs a newspaper and hands it to Deb.)

Deb

(She reads the date). January 16, 2010. This can't be real.

Grayson

It's real, Deb. You are alive! I almost lost you six months ago when you had that car accident. I tried suing the truck company.

Deb

You did? On what grounds? You couldn't do a wrongful death suit since I wasn't dead.

Grayson

Wrongful death suit? Have you been listening to my practice speeches before court appearances?

Deb

No, I'm just smart.

Grayson

Of course you are. You are an amazing woman. I am so lucky.

Deb

Did you win your case?

Grayson

No, it was pretty embarrassing actually. But hey, I got the job at Harrison and Parker.

Deb

I knew you would.

Grayson

Thanks.

(Stacy enters the room, crying.)

Deb

Stac!

(Deb and Stacey hug.)

Grayson

I have to get back to the office but I will be back in a few hours. I love you. (Grayson kisses Deb and leaves).

Stacy

Oh my goodness! I was so worried that you would never wake up! You won't believe how hard it's been living without my best friend.

Deb

I feel like you have been with me this whole time. Of course, in my alternate reality you were engaged and pregnant with twins.

Stacy

Twins! Deb, come on. My body would never rebound from that.

Deb

So what have you been up to since I went away? Did your modeling career take off?

Stacy

Sadly, no. I did a few commercials, including one for a cat food company, can't remember their name. Anyway, it's been pretty pathetic. I've been doing some soul searching and found that I have other interests. In fact, I've met someone.

Deb

Really? Who is he? Is he a lawyer or a judge?

Stacy

Nope. He's...well...he's not the kind of guy I would typically date but I can't help it. I love him! He's here, actually. Would you like to meet him?

Deb

Yes, I would like that.

Stacy

(Stacy yells to the doorway) You can come in now!

(Deb is pleasantly surprised by the man who walks in the door. He smiles at Deb and puts his arm around Stacy.)

Stacy

Deb, this is-

Deb

Fred!

(Stacy and Fred look at one another in shock.)

Stacy

Sweetie, how did you know his name?

Deb

(Composing herself) Well, you look like a Fred.

Fred

Hello, Deb. It's nice to finally meet you. Well, I mean, I kind of know you already but you wouldn't know it-

Stacy

It's how we met! Fred was visiting the hospital to see a friend when he bumped into me. I was visiting you.

Fred

It was love at first sight for me. I asked her out.

Stacy

And of course I said no.

Fred

What do you mean, 'of course'?

Deb

Moving on, Fred.

Fred

Well I couldn't get Stacy out of my mind so I became a volunteer at the hospital. I looked for her everyday-

Stacy

He was persistent and eventually he wore me down so I agreed to a date.

Fred

And it's been magic ever since.

Stacy

(Stacy shows off her ring) We got engaged!

Deb

Wow! Stacy, that's amazing! I'm so happy for you.

Stacy

Now we own a pet salon for the pets of the crème de la crème to get their doggy do's and fluffing. My picture is featured on every ad, Stacy's Posh Paws! Kim Kardashian came in once!

Deb

Kim Kardashian, wow! But wait a minute. Fred, you said you knew me from before. How?

Fred

Oh! When Stacy and I first started dating, I used to visit you with her and read to you. Mostly fashion magazines but once I told you about the crazy day I was having and I looked at you and I could have sworn you smiled.

Stacy

Tell her about the incident.

Fred

Um, well, I was delivering flowers to your room-

Stacy

From Grayson.

Deb

Pink Roses?

Stacy

Naturally!

Fred

-when I saw your face was turning blue. You weren't breathing. No one was coming so I rushed out screaming for help. Finally, I found an intern-

Stacy

who rushed in, found that your breathing tube was disconnected from the machine, and got you breathing again!

Deb

Oh Fred! (pause) You are my guardian angel.

Scene Six

(Deb is still in the hospital and by herself. She is standing in front of the wall mirror, staring at herself. She touches her face, hair, lips, etc.)

Deb

(To herself) I never thought I would see you again.

(A knock on the door. Her mom enters.)

Bobbie

The cafeteria food here is horrible! I can't wait for you to get out of this place. I hate hospitals. Well, except for the hot single doctors. It will be so wonderful to have you and Grayson home together again. We should throw a party and invite all of your friends.

Deb

I'm not sure I'm up for that yet.

Bobbie

One step at a time, dear. You will be back to your old self in no time. Speaking of which, I have a surprise for you!

(Bobbie is interrupted by Grayson walking in.)

Grayson

Deb, I'm sorry I took so long! Court can be brutal.

Deb

I know.

(Another knock on the door. Stacy and Fred enter.)

Stacy

(To Grayson and Bobby) I would like you to meet my fiance, Fred.

Bobbie

Nice to meet you, Fred.

Grayson

(Grayson looks at Fred a moment.) Haven't we met somewhere before?

(Flashback: Fred is working in the hospital gift shop. Grayson enters.)

Grayson

Hey, could you do me a favor? My future mother-in-law bought this bear here for my girlfriend and it's the wrong name. She must have picked it by mistake. Can I exchange it?

Fred

The bear's name says Jane.

Grayson

Yes. My girlfriend's name is Deb.

Fred

(Typing at his computer) And Jane is nothing like Deb. Let me see here. Okay, we do not have any Deb bears in stock. Would you like me to order one?

Grayson

No. Can I return it?

Fred

I'm sorry. There are no returns.

(Grayson looks discouraged.)

How about I make an exception. One time. Our secret.

Grayson

Thank you.

(Flashback ends, return to present.)

Fred

You look familiar to me too.

Bobbie

I have wonderful news! I spoke with the people at The Price Is Right, told them your story, and they want to meet you! Isn't this great, honey? A second chance at an audition!

Deb

Well...yes it is. I'm just not sure that being a model is what I want anymore.

Grayson

But Deb, you have always wanted to model.

Bobbie

What's changed, sweetie?

Deb

Me, I've changed. I can't explain it, I just spent my time in a coma living another life and I want to be that person. I want to help people.

Stacy

You would be helping people, sweetie! You would be helping contestants win money!

Deb

No, I don't want that. It isn't enough for me anymore. I know I've always been a self absorbed beauty queen but I can be so much more than that. Everyone, I want to be...a lawyer!

(Everyone is silent. A knock at the door. A doctor enters)

Bobbie

Oh good, a doctor. Just what Deb may need right now.

Luke

Deb, I doubt you would remember me. I was your doctor a few months back.

Deb

Luke?

Luke

Dr. Luke Daniels, yes. How did you know?

Fred

She seems to have a gift for names.

Deb

Oh, uh, I read your name badge.

Luke

Well, I'm glad to see you are doing so well. I have to continue my rounds but I wanted to let you know that we were all pulling for you. It's a wonderful second chance at life. Don't ever take it for granted.

Deb

I won't. Thank you.

(Luke exits.)

Grayson

(Kneels down by Deb's bed and pulls out a ring). I was going to do this in private, but after everything we have been through, I don't want to wait another minute. I've been holding onto this ring for a long time, never giving up hope that we belong together. Deborah Dobkins, I love you will all my heart. Will you marry me?

Deb

Yes. Yes! I will! I love you!

(Grayson and Deb kiss and Grayson places the ring on her finger.)

Bobbie

It's about time. Congratulations my darling! Now we get to plan a wedding! I have so many ideas! I'd better get started finding you the perfect place. Then there's the flowers, caterer, and-

Deb

Actually Mom, I agree with Grayson. I don't want to wait another minute. I want to get married. Now.

Grayson

Yes. Let's get married now. As soon as they release you.

(Knock on door. Intern Paul enters.)

Paul

Hey everybody, great news! Deb was given the all clear. You can check out. Take care, Deb.

Deb

(mouths) Thank you, Paul. (Paul exits)

Bobbie

Is it just me or do the doctors keep getting younger and hotter?

Scene Seven

(Deb and Grayson's wedding at the court house. Stacy, Fred, and Bobbie are witnesses. Everyone is dressed up. They are next in line. The courtroom door opens and Teri walks out in uniform.)

Teri

Next in line! We are ready for you. (Teri holds the door open and winks at Deb as they pass.)

(Deb recognizes the judge.)

Owen

Do you have your marriage license?

(Grayson hands it to Owen.)

Deb

Judge Owen French. I've heard many great things about you.

Owen

Thank you, Miss Dobkins. Are we ready to proceed?

(Owen performs the ceremony. Deb and Grayson look lovingly into each other's eyes. Bobbie starts crying and dabs her eyes.)

Owen

Do you, Deborah Dobkins, take Grayson Kent to be your lawfully wedded husband?

Deb

I do.

Owen

And do you, Grayson Kent, take Deborah Dobkins to be your lawfully wedded wife?

Grayson

I do.

Owen

Then by the power vested in me by the state of California, it is my honor to pronounce you man and wife. You may now kiss the bride.

(Grayson scoops up Deb and twirls her around as he kisses her. Everyone claps and smiles.)

Scene Eight

(Nighttime. Grayson and Deb are back in their house on the sofa drinking champagne.)

Grayson

How are you feeling, Mrs. Kent?

Deb

I am feeling wonderful, Mr. Kent. In fact, I feel like dancing.

(Grayson and Deb begin to dance as the song, “Heaven Is A Place On Earth” takes over. Deb sings out loud as they dance around the room.)

Deb

When the night falls down
I wait for you
And you come around
And the world's alive
With the sound of kids
On the street outside

When you walk into the room
You pull me close and we start to move
And we're spinning with the stars above
And you lift me up in a wave of love...

(They move outside where it is daylight again. Suddenly all of their friends are there as well dancing in a big musical number. We see Stacy, Fred, Kim, Teri, Jane's mom, Bobbie, Paula Abdul, etc.)

Ooh, baby, do you know what that's worth?
Ooh heaven is a place on earth
They say in heaven love comes first
We'll make heaven a place on earth
Ooh heaven is a place on earth

(Montage: fast forward to Deb graduating college, winning court cases, coming home and hugging her kids, petting the dog, etc. Deb moves to her room and looks in the mirror. In the reflection is Jane. Jane comes out and Deb and Jane dance. Then they hug and Jane returns to the mirror and disappears. The song ends.)

(Fade To Black)

The End