Jennifer McDonough

Jennifer McDonough

Writer

Jennifer McDonough is a writer at The Direct. She is responsible for the creation of news articles and features. She also has a particular affinity for action figures and merchandise, which she revels in discussing in the articles she writes, when the situation calls for it.

Jen has been with The Direct since its launch in 2020 and she feels extremely fortunate to be a member of the team and to work alongside such great people.

About The Direct

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Jennifer McDonough's Latest Stories

Marvel Hid 4 Major Avengers: Doomsday Actors from Its Cast Announcement

Even though Marvel isn't done announcing cast members for Doomsday yet, some specific missing names definitely stand out.

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Marvel Studios' Newest Post-Credits Scene Just Made MCU History

Frank Castle's next outing was tee'd up by the Born Again finale's closing moment.

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Marvel Confirms What We All Suspected About MCU Fantastic Four's Role In Avengers: Doomsday

Reed, Sue, Ben, and Johnny reportedly have quite the role to play Doomsday.

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Marvel Studios Has Now Chosen Its New Black Panther (Report)

The Wakandan royal lineage will be resurgent if a new report is to be believed.

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MCU Producer Confirms Netflix's Iron Fist Could Return In 1 Upcoming Show

The protector of K'un-Lun could find himself guarding the Big Apple again, too.

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Chris Evans Reacts to Captain America 4 Movie Following Mixed Reviews

From one Cap to another, Evans was sure to give his former co-star some encouragment.

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Marvel Studios Confirms Historic New Superhero In Phase 6

This summer's Fantastic Four movie will see a historic Sue Storm plot point come to the big screen.

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Ted Lasso Season 4: Jason Sudeikis Reportedly Planning 3-Season Women’s Team Story

Coach Lasso has plotted a return to AFC Richmond, only this time, the footballers will look much different.

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Keith David Debunks 'Community' Movie Concerns (Exclusive)

The man behind Elroy Patashnik shed some light on his role in the long delayed follow-up film.

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Hilary Farr Exits 'Love It or List It' With Touching Tribute - Here's Why She Left

The HGTV host parted ways with the real-estate series after nearly twenty seasons in 2023.

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Marvel Studios Boss Admits MCU Fans Can Be 'Very Mean'

They say you can't please everyone, but some MCU fans could apparently stand to be a little kinder.

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Superman 2025 Trailer 2 Gets An Official Update From James Gunn

Fans who were looking to get another glimpse of David Corenswet's Metropolis Marvel will have to wait a little.

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Disney+ Announces Historic Release Plan for Star Wars' Next Show

Star Wars: Andor will adopt a unique release scheme that has not yet been seen by Disney+ subscribers.

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First Clip from Marvel's Thunderbolts Movie References Avengers: Endgame Death

Here's when Yelena Belova mentions the demise of her beloved sister, Natasha, while on a high-altitude mission.

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Doctor Odyssey Season 2 Gets New Update Amid Cancellation Concerns - And It's Not Good

Dr. Max Bankman and his medical staff are firmly on the bubble as ABC shores up its fall schedule.

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Fantastic Four: First Steps Mysterious Bracelet Could Have Important Endgame Or Spider-Verse Connections (UPDATED)

New MCU Fantastic Four action figures are wearing a mysterious bracelet that could have been introduced in Avengers Endgame or Across The Spider-Verse.

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DC Studios Unveils First-Ever DCU Green Lantern Merch (Photos)

The most famous piece of jewelry in the DC Universe will soon be up for purchase in the real world.

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Disney+ Confirms 4 Marvel & Star Wars Shows Releasing In April 2025

April may bring showers, but it also offers a bundle of new Star Wars and Marvel programming.

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Avengers: Doomsday Will Revisit This Key 'Infinity War' Setting (Report)

The rumor mill suggests that the next Avengers outing will drop by 177A Bleecker Street.

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When Calls the Heart Season 13 Release Window Gets Officially Announced

Hope Valley will once again welcome back its Hallmark Channel faithful.

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Disney Takes Action Following Coco 2 Announcement Mistake

The original Coco was hugely successful, so is Pixar really going to take THAT long with the sequel?

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Thunderbolts’ AMC Popcorn Bucket Is Not A Bucket, It’s A Limousine (Yes Really)

Fans going to see Thunderbolts* in May can have their popcorn ride in style.

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Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Popcorn Bucket Guide (AMC, Regal, Cinemark) - Darth Vader & More Merch

There's been a disturbance in the Force... as if millions of unpopped kernals suddenly cried out in terror...

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Thunderbolts Villain Sentry Full Costume Revealed, And It's One Of The MCU's Best Ever

Until now, Thunderbolts* trailers have only showcased glimpses of Lewis Pullman's character.

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The 8 MCU Post-Credits Scenes That'll Probably Never Get Resolved

Marvel Studios has developed a distinct habit of leaving audiences hanging.

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This New 'Avengers Doomsday' Script Update Has Me Very Confused

Recent online speculation surrounding the next Avengers has caused unease in some Marvel fans.

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Meet Sydnee Falkner from Netflix's Million Dollar Secret: 4 Things to Know About Contestant

Get the scoop on Falkner, one of the million-dollar hopefuls on the hot new Netflix show.

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Marvel Already Hinted At How The Fantastic Four End Up In The Main MCU

Reed Richards' chalkboard scribbles might reveal a clue about the Fantastic Four's upcoming Multiversal escapades.

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Meet Samantha Riehl: Farmer Wants a Wife's Most-Hated Contestant

Riehl certainly isn’t winning over any fans on the hit Fox dating series.

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March 25 Will Be a Historic Day for MCU Fans

The 25th of March will be a jam-packed day for Daredevil fans in particular.

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Disney+ Starts Streaming Snow White 2025 Special Ahead of Full Movie Release

Ahead of its imminent release, Snow White offered a sneak peek by way of Disney+.

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Daredevil: Born Again Confirmed to Include 1 Surprise MCU Hero - And I Think I Know Who It Is

Disney+’s Daredevil revival could play host to one of the MCU’s youngest superheroes.

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Who Is Owen Cooper? Adolescence Netflix Actor's Age, Instagram, Filmography & More

Cooper headlines the cast of Netflix’s unique and gripping new thriller.

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Port Protection: Here's Why Mary Miller Left the Show

The Port Protection fan favorite is nowhere to be found in recent episodes.

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Marvel Studios Just Broke a Wild Viewership Record on Disney+

Tuesday, March 11 was a banner day for the House of Ideas on Disney+!

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American Idol 2025: Here’s Why Katy Perry Left American Idol After 7 Seasons

Perry departed from the long-running musical competition show in mid-2024.

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Will Cars 4 Ever Happen At Disney Pixar? (2025 Update)

It may not be everyone’s favorite, but the Cars franchise has been a multimedia juggernaut since 2006. Will it last?

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Robert De Niro’s Zero Day Gets Surprising Season 2 Update From Netflix Creators

Netflix's De Niro vehicle was originally concieved as a one and done.

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Spider-Man 4 Won't Feature This Beloved Hero from 'No Way Home'

A key Daredevil: Born Again actor denied that the Web-Slinger and the Man Without Fear will join forces again.

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Tom Holland's Spider-Man Will Get Acknowledged by [SPOILERS] In Daredevil: Born Again (Confirmed)

Vincent D'Onofrio's Fisk will make reference to the Friendly Neighborhood Web-Slinger.

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