What TV Guide Magazine subscription includes

TV Guide Magazine is a weekly print publication that lists television schedules, program descriptions, and entertainment news. A subscription delivers the magazine to your home each week, typically arriving on Wednesday or Thursday depending on your location and postal service. The magazine includes prime-time schedules for cable, broadcast, and streaming services, along with articles about shows, actors, and industry developments.

The content focuses on what's airing that week and upcoming programs. You'll find episode guides, cast information, and reviews. The magazine also carries advertisements from networks, streaming platforms, and entertainment companies. Print subscriptions run for 52 weeks (one year) or sometimes shorter periods like 13 weeks (three months).

TV Guide also operates a website and mobile app with daily updates, but a print subscription is separate from digital access. Some subscription offers bundle both, while others are print-only. Check what each offer includes before you purchase.

Key Takeaways

  • TV Guide Magazine arrives weekly in print and lists schedules for broadcast, cable, and streaming services for the upcoming week.
  • A standard subscription covers 52 weeks and costs between $30 and $60 per year depending on the offer and retailer.
  • You can subscribe directly through TV Guide's website, through magazine subscription retailers, or sometimes through your cable or streaming provider.
  • Print subscriptions and digital access are usually separate purchases, so confirm what you're buying before completing your order.

Where to subscribe and current pricing

TV Guide subscriptions are sold through multiple channels. The official TV Guide website (tvguide.com) sells subscriptions directly. Magazine retailers like MagazinesDirect, Discount Mags, and Amazon also carry TV Guide subscriptions, often at different prices. Some cable providers and streaming services occasionally bundle TV Guide as part of their packages, though this varies by provider and region.

Pricing varies by retailer and the length of the subscription. A one-year subscription typically ranges from $30 to $60, depending on whether you're getting an introductory rate or standard rate. Shorter subscriptions (13 weeks or 26 weeks) cost proportionally less. Retailers frequently run promotions, especially around holidays, so prices you see today may not match prices next month.

When comparing prices across retailers, check whether the offer includes digital access or is print-only. A subscription that includes the website and app may cost more than print alone. Also confirm the start date — some retailers begin your subscription when ready, while others may delay the first issue by a week or two.

How to set up your subscription

To subscribe directly through TV Guide's website, go to tvguide.com and look for a "Subscribe" link, usually at the top or bottom of the page. You'll enter your mailing address, choose your subscription length (typically 52 weeks), and select your payment method. TV Guide accepts major credit cards and sometimes PayPal. After payment, you'll receive a confirmation email with your subscription details and expected delivery date for the first issue.

If you subscribe through a third-party retailer like Amazon or MagazinesDirect, the process is similar: select the subscription length, enter your address, and pay. The retailer then sends your information to TV Guide's fulfillment center. Your first issue typically arrives within two to six weeks, depending on the retailer and current processing times.

After your subscription is active, issues arrive weekly on a regular schedule. If an issue doesn't arrive within the expected window, contact the retailer or TV Guide's customer service with your subscription number (found in your confirmation email). They can investigate delays or arrange a replacement.

Canceling or pausing your subscription

To cancel a subscription purchased directly from TV Guide, log into your account on tvguide.com or call their customer service number (listed on your invoice). You'll need your subscription number. Cancellations typically take effect at the end of your current billing period, so you'll receive issues through that date.

If you subscribed through a retailer like Amazon or MagazinesDirect, cancel through that retailer's website or customer service, not through TV Guide directly. Each retailer has its own cancellation process. Check your confirmation email for the retailer's customer service contact information.

Some retailers offer the option to pause rather than cancel, which stops delivery temporarily without ending your subscription. This is useful if you're traveling or want a break but plan to resume later. Ask your retailer whether this option is available.

Print versus digital access

A print subscription to TV Guide Magazine gives you the physical magazine delivered weekly. It does not automatically include access to tvguide.com or the TV Guide mobile app. If you want both print and digital, you need to either purchase a bundle subscription (if available) or buy them separately.

Digital-only subscriptions to TV Guide's website and app are sold separately and typically cost less than print. They update daily with new schedules, articles, and entertainment news, whereas the print magazine is a weekly snapshot. Some people prefer print for browsing on the couch; others prefer digital for checking schedules on their phone.

If you already have a print subscription and want to add digital access, contact TV Guide's customer service to ask whether you can upgrade your existing subscription or whether you need to purchase digital separately. Pricing and options vary.

What to do if your subscription doesn't arrive

If you don't receive an issue within the expected delivery window (usually seven to ten days after the cover date), first check your mailing address on your account. Confirm it matches what you gave when you subscribed. If the address is wrong, update it when ready — future issues will go to the corrected address, but a misdelivered issue may not be recoverable.

If the address is correct and an issue is still missing, contact the retailer or TV Guide with your subscription number and the cover date of the missing issue. They can investigate whether it was lost in the mail or never sent. If it was lost, they may send a replacement or issue a credit toward your subscription. Response times vary, but most customer service teams respond within five to seven business days.

Repeated delivery problems may indicate an issue with your postal service or address. If multiple issues go missing, ask your customer service representative whether they can flag your subscription for signature delivery or hold issues at your local post office for pickup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a TV Guide Magazine subscription include access to the website?

Not automatically. Print and digital subscriptions are usually separate purchases. Some retailers offer bundle deals that include both, but you need to check the product description before buying. If you want both, confirm the offer includes digital access or purchase them separately.

Can I gift a TV Guide subscription to someone?

Yes. Most retailers allow you to purchase a subscription as a gift and specify a different mailing address. You can usually choose the start date and subscription length. Check the retailer's gift options during checkout, or contact their customer service to arrange a gift subscription.

What happens when my subscription ends?

Your subscription ends on the date specified in your confirmation email. You'll stop receiving issues after that date. Some retailers send renewal reminders before your subscription expires, giving you the option to renew at the current price. If you don't renew, you won't be charged again.

Can I change my mailing address mid-subscription?

Yes. Log into your account on the retailer's website or contact their customer service with your subscription number and new address. The change typically takes effect within one to two weeks, so you may receive one or two more issues at your old address before the change goes through.

Is there a student or senior discount for TV Guide?

Discounts vary by retailer. Some third-party retailers offer promotional rates that function like discounts, but TV Guide itself doesn't advertise a formal student or senior discount. Check the retailer you're considering for any current promotions or special offers.