liz.raftery

A native of Clearwater, Florida and alum of Boston's Emerson College, Liz has been working at TV Guide since 2012. Prior to that, she was a freelance writer for outlets including People and The Boston Globe.

FX Re-Airing The Americans After DVRs Cut Off Final Seven Minutes

Did your DVR cut off the final minutes of last week's pivotal episode of The Americans? You're not the only one. FX is planning to make the episode available for free online at www.FXnetworks.com, after an error by the network's publicity department resulted in DVR viewers missing out on the final moments. Rather than its usual runtime of 60 minutes (from 10 to 11 p.m. ET), Wednesday's expanded episode of The Americans was scheduled to run until 11:07 p.m. But the new runtime was not communicated to listings services that trigger the automatic recording times of DVRs, FX said in a statement.

Mon, Apr 8, 2013

FX Re-Airing The Americans After DVRs Cut Off Final Seven Minutes

Jaime Pressly, Estella Warren Questioned By Police After Fight

Jaime Pressly and Canadian actress/swimmer Estella Warren got into a tussle at a Hollywood club over the weekend and police were called to the scene, Us Weekly reports.

Mon, Apr 8, 2013

Jaime Pressly, Estella Warren Questioned By Police After Fight

Margaret Thatcher Dies After Stroke

Former British prime minister Margaret Thatcher died Monday after suffering a stroke, the BBC reports. She was 87.

Mon, Apr 8, 2013

The Following's Shawn Ashmore: Weston Is "Definitely a Different Agent" When He Comes Back

The FBI has been down a man for the past few episodes of Fox's The Following, but Monday's episode (9/8c, Fox) marks the return of Agent Mike Weston (Shawn Ashmore). And, after the nasty beating he suffered at the hands of the Followers, Weston is more intent than ever on finding convicted serial killer Joe Carroll (James Purefoy) and his cult. But is that a good thing or a bad thing? "When Weston comes back, he's definitely a different agent," Ashmore tells TVGuide.com. "He's a little more impulsive, and he deals differently with the Followers when he comes into contact with them. ... The way that he reacts, the way that things go down when he comes back, it's certainly not necessarily in Weston's character. He's definitely changed and affected by what has happened to him."

Sun, Apr 7, 2013

The Following's Shawn Ashmore: Weston Is "Definitely a Different Agent" When He Comes Back

American Idol Elimination: Did the Judges Use Their Save?

The rankings got shaken up on American Idol Thursday night, and tears were shed during the elimination. Did the judges use their save? Keep reading to find out.

Fri, Apr 5, 2013

American Idol Elimination: Did the Judges Use Their Save?

Roger Ebert Dies After Battle with Cancer

Film critic Roger Ebert died Thursday after a long battle with cancer, TVGuide.com has confirmed. He was 70.

Thu, Apr 4, 2013

Roger Ebert Dies After Battle with Cancer

Survivor: Who Got Blindsided After the Merge?

Oh, the Survivor merge. A game-changer if there ever was one. And this season's didn't disappoint, as it resulted in an elimination that it's safe to say hardly anyone saw coming.

Thu, Apr 4, 2013

Survivor: Who Got Blindsided After the Merge?

Couples Therapy Cast Evacuated After House Fire

The cast of VH1's Couples Therapy was evacuated Wednesday after a fire broke out in the house where they live, TMZ reports.

Thu, Apr 4, 2013

Couples Therapy Cast Evacuated After House Fire

Report: Christopher Abbott Leaves Girls After Clashing with Lena Dunham

Christopher Abbott, who plays Charlie on HBO's Girls, is leaving the show over creative differences with creator and star Lena Dunham, the New York Post's Page Six reports.

Thu, Apr 4, 2013

Report: Christopher Abbott Leaves Girls After Clashing with Lena Dunham

Ellie Kemper Joins American Dad

Ellie Kemper could end up pulling double duty after The Office ends in May. Kemper, who plays receptionist Emma, will lend her voice to the ninth season of Fox's American Dad!, TV Line reports.

Thu, Apr 4, 2013

When Is Arrested Development Premiering on Netflix?

Mark your calendars and get ready to reunite with the Bluths. Arrested Development finally has a premiere date for its return on Netflix — and an extra episode to boot!

Thu, Apr 4, 2013

When Is Arrested Development Premiering on Netflix?

Bill O'Reilly Blows Up at Laura Ingraham Over "Thump the Bible" Comments

It's not uncommon for Fox News personality Bill O'Reilly to become exasperated with a guest on his show — but it's rare that he yells at a fellow conservative. That wasn't the case Tuesday, when O'Reilly blew up at conservative radio host Laura Ingraham over her criticism of comments he previously made regarding the debate over same-sex marriage.

Thu, Apr 4, 2013

Bill O'Reilly Blows Up at Laura Ingraham Over "Thump the Bible" Comments

Hayden Panettiere Rumor: Did She Get Breast Implants?

Her vocal chops aren't the only thing Nashville star Hayden Panettiere has been showing off lately. The actress, 23, was photographed on Easter Sunday wearing a bikini on a beach in Miami, prompting speculation about whether she had breast implants.

Thu, Apr 4, 2013

Hayden Panettiere Rumor: Did She Get Breast Implants?

Reese Witherspoon Goes Brunette!

Legally Brunette? Reese Witherspoon debuted a new 'do in Nashville this week, shirking her usual blonde locks in favor of a brunette look, which you can see at Us Weekly. The actress was spotted with her husband Jim Toth and their 6-month-old son, Tennessee, having just returned from a birthday trip to Mexico.

Thu, Apr 4, 2013

Oscar Winner Ruth Prawer Jhabvala Dies

Ruth Prawer Jhabvala, the screenwriter and author who won Oscars for adapting the E.M. Forster novels Howards End and A Room with a View, has died. She was 85. 

Thu, Apr 4, 2013

American Idol Rocks Out

American Idol turned the amps up to 11 Wednesday night, with the Top 7 finalists performing classic rock songs. And the best part of the evening? No ballads allowed! The night also included cute, funny videos of the contestants describing each other, which gave us these fun tidbits: Kree Harrison is the mom of the group, Burnell Taylor's laugh probably damages his vocal chords, and Angie Miller may hold the world record for speed-clapping when she's excited. The contestants seem to be coming together like one big happy family, but of course this is still a competition at heart, so let's get to the performances:

Thu, Apr 4, 2013

How to Make a Sitcom Like How to Live with Your Parents

They say you can't go home again. Unless, for instance, you're a recently divorced mom whose only option is to move in with your parents after your ex-husband blows through your savings — which is the case for Polly (Sarah Chalke), the protagonist of ABC's new comedy How to Live with Your Parents (For the Rest of Your Life). In the show's pilot episode, which airs Wednesday at 9:30/8:30c, Polly shows up on the doorstep of her freewheeling mother and stepfather (Elizabeth Perkins and Brad Garrett) with her 5-year-old daughter in tow. Here, we've put together a how-to guide of how to get a show like How to Live with Your Parents off the ground:  1. Write and act what you know. The series is based on...

Wed, Apr 3, 2013

How to Make a Sitcom Like How to Live with Your Parents

American Idol: Why Lazaro's Got to Go

The reality show gods bestowed a gift upon American Idol this season, and his name was Lazaro Arbos. A chronic stutterer who grew up a bullied loner because of his speech pattern, but whose voice is smooth as butter when he sings, the handsome 21-year-old's backstory is the type of reality producers' dreams...

Wed, Apr 3, 2013

Report: Jimmy Kimmel Getting Married This July

Fourth of July weekend will be an especially memorable one for Jimmy Kimmel. Kimmel is set to marry his fiancée, Molly McNearny, the weekend immediately following the holiday, the New York Post's Page Six reports.

Mon, Apr 1, 2013

Report: Jimmy Kimmel Getting Married This July

Body of Proof Exclusive Sneak Peek: Are Zombies on the Loose?!

The Walking Dead may be over for the season, but television viewers can still get their zombie fix with Tuesday's episode of Body of Proof. On Tuesday's episode, titled "Skin and Bones," Megan (Dana Delany) and Tommy (Mark Valley) may be dealing with a killing spree at the hands of the undead. WhenTommy is bitten while investigating a murder, and the staff at the medical examiner's office find more than one rabies case on their hands, some members of the team believe that it's the work of zombies.

Mon, Apr 1, 2013

Body of Proof Exclusive Sneak Peek: Are Zombies on the Loose?!

General Hospital: See the Official 50th Anniversary Photo

General Hospital celebrated a milestone Wednesday, marking 50 years on the air. To commemorate the golden anniversary, the soap released a new official portrait.

Mon, Apr 1, 2013

General Hospital: See the Official 50th Anniversary Photo

TBS Renews Conan Through November 2015

TBS has renewed Conan O'Brien's late night show Conan through November 2015, the network announced Monday. "When we invited Conan O'Brien to come to TBS, we knew he would bring with him a passionately loyal following of young adults," TBS President Michael Wright said in a statement. "We are proud to extend our relationship with Conan as he continues to forge the future of late night. I just wish we didn't decide to tell him on April Fools' Day."

Mon, Apr 1, 2013