
American playwright and screenwriter Elizabeth Meriwether has created memorable works that have left their mark on both stage and screen. From her 2010 play "Oliver Parker! " to writing for hit TV shows like "New Girl, " she's been shaping stories that resonate with audiences. We explore the movies and TV shows that showcase her talents as a writer and television producer.
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Films
1. No Strings Attached

Friendship has its benefits.
Emma, a dedicated doctor with no time for complicated relationships, proposes a carefree engagement to her best friend Adam - devoid of any emotional attachments, of course. Yet, as their fling evolves into something deeper, they're faced with the dilemma of balancing their friendship with the realities of love. Experience the witty banter and endearing chemistry between the two as they navigate the intricacies of love without any strings attached.
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IMDb Rating: 6.2
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TMDb Rating: 6.295
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Metacritic Rating: 50
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Release Date: 2011-01-21
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Runtime: 107.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["US"]
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Budget: $25,000,000.0
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Box Office Revenue: $149,200,000.0
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Status: Released
2. The Squid and the Whale

Joint custody blows.
Embrace the tangled tides of family drama in "The Squid and the Whale". This poignant tale, inspired by real-life childhood memories, follows two young boys navigating their way through their parents' messy divorce in 1980s Brooklyn. With heartfelt sincerity and raw emotion, this film delves into the complexities of love, loss, and the unbreakable bond between siblings.
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IMDb Rating: 7.3
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TMDb Rating: 6.943
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Metacritic Rating: 82
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Release Date: 2005-10-05
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Runtime: 81.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["US"]
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Budget: $1,500,000.0
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Box Office Revenue: $11,100,000.0
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Status: Released
TV Shows
1. New Girl

Boys will be boys. Jess will be Jess.
New Girl, a captivating and emotionally uplifting sitcom, centers around Jessica Day, a captivating young woman in her late 20s, as she bravely moves on following a heart-wrenching breakup. Relocating to live with three eligible bachelors, Jess skillfully blends her quirky demeanor with her unwavering belief in the goodness of humanity. Throughout seven enthralling seasons, New Girl delves into the intricacies of camaraderie, romantic entanglements, and the unpredictable nature of human experiences in all their charming complexity.
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Original Name: New Girl
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TMDb Rating: 7.359
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Languages: ["en"]
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Episode Runtime: [22]
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Status: Ended
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Origin Country: ["US"]
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Original Language: en
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Type: Scripted
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First Air Date: 2011-09-20
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Last Air Date: 2018-05-15
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Number of Seasons: 7
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Number of Episodes: 146