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

Black Widow Joins Incredible Hulk and 3 Other Movies In Special MCU Club

Marvel Studios' Black Widow includes an opening credits sequence — something few other MCU projects can boast.

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How Black Widow Hints at Taskmaster's Future In the MCU

What could Black Widow's Taskmaster be up to next in the MCU?

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Disney Is Changing the Name of Boba Fett's 'Slave' Ship on Star Wars LEGO

Lucasfilm and Disney have reportedly changed the name of Boba Fett's well-known starship.

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Loki: Translation Revealed For Tom Hiddleston-Sung Tune From Episode 3

A TikTok video has translated the lyrics to Loki's Norwegian song in Episode Three.

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Elizabeth Olsen Reveals Next Goal For 'Criminal' Scarlet Witch

Scarlet Witch actress Elizabeth Olsen detailed the nature of her character's grief going forward in the MCU.

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Loki Premiere Includes Deleted Footage of Chris Evans From Avengers: Endgame

The premiere episode of Loki contains a close-up shot of mysterious origins focusing on Chris Evans' Captain America .

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MCU: Hasbro Unveils Captain America Stealth Shield From the MCU

Hasbro has unveiled a brand-new version of their replica Captain America shield.

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Disney Announces The Incredible Hulk Coming To Disney+ Spain... Is U.S. Next?

Disney+ is confirmed to be adding 2008's The Incredible Hulk this month, sparking speculation that the United States version of the streaming platform could soon be treated to the same.

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The Flash Movie Is Playing With 'Super Strange' Ideas, Teases VFX Supervisor

The Flash movie's VFX supervisor teases his work on the 2022 film.

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Black Adam Producer Teases Future Movies With Dwayne Johnson's DC Villain

Black Adam's producer Dany Garcia discusses plans for a potential sequel as well as pandemic-proofing protocols.

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Marvel's Eternals: Angelina Jolie Explains Why She's Joining MCU Movie

Eternals star Angelina Jolie discusses her role as Thena in the upcoming MCU film.

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Daredevil Character Echo May Appear Soon in the MCU

A casting call has been sent out by a Marvel casting director to potentially play the deaf hero, Echo.

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Here's Exactly When Netflix's Defenders Character Rights Return To Marvel Studios

A breakdown of when the rights to each Netflix character returns to Marvel.

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Marvel's Hawkeye: New Evidence Supports Hailee Steinfeld's Addition To MCU Cast

Bert & Bertie, a pair of directors attached to Marvel Studios' Hawkeye, have recently followed Hailee Steinfeld on Instagram, suggesting her involvement as Kate Bishop.

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Falcon and Winter Soldier: Another Captain America Shield Spotted In New Footage

A new trailer for The Falcon and Winter Soldier revealed what seems to be a different Captain America shield.

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Falcon and Winter Soldier: Every Finale Scene That's Been Released So Far

A Twitter user has painstakingly compiled all the scenes yet to be seen in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

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Avengers: Infinity War: Chris Evans' Bearded Captain America Receives New Marvel Figure

Hasbro has shown the final figure in their Infinity Saga series: Captain America from Avengers: Infinity War

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Iron Man: Marvel Celebrates Jeff Bridges' Iron Monger Receives New MCU Figure

Hasbro has unveiled another new figure in their Infinity Saga line. This time, it's Jeff Bridges' Iron Monger.

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Avengers: Endgame: Marvel Releases Replica Toy of Iron Man Gauntlet With Infinity Stones

Hasbro has shown off a new Avengers: Endgame-inspired Nano Gauntlet toy.

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Arrowverse: David Ramsey Casts Doubt on Green Lantern Role For Diggle

John Diggle-actor David Ramsey speaks on those Arrowverse Green Lantern rumors.

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Star Wars: Emotional Finale Teased For The Bad Batch

The Bad Batch composers offer a tease for the finale of the Star Wars Disney+ series.

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Brie Larson's Captain Marvel and Gwyneth Paltrow's Rescue Receive New Avengers: Endgame Figures

Hasbro announced a new Avengers: Endgame-inspired action figure box set featuring Pepper Potts and Captain Marvel.

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Emily Blunt Responds To Fantastic Four Rumors About Husband John Krasinski & Herself

Actress Emily Blunt seemingly puts those Fantastic Four rumors to bed.

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Margot Robbie Won't Stop Pestering DC About Poison Ivy & Harley Quinn Relationship On Screen

Harley Quinn actress, Margot Robbie spoke on her desire to see Poison Ivy be brought in on the action.

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MCU: Anthony Hopkins' Odin Revealed as Marvel Legends Figure

Hasbro shows off a brand new Odin figure in Marvel Legends

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Dwayne Johnson's Black Adam: Actor Responds To Backlash Over Race-Bending Casting of Cyclone

Cyclone actor Quintessa Swindell shares their experiences in bringing the DC character to life.

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Zack Snyder's Justice League: Blu-ray Cover Forgets Batman's Eye Makeup

This steel book cover for Zack Snyder's Justice League features a decidedly more "natural" look for Batman.

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Black Panther 2 Star Comments on Script Changes Following Chadwick Boseman Loss

Nakia actress, Lupita N'yongo discusses the impact of Chadwick Boseman's loss on Black Panther 2.

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Disney+ Gives New Collective Name to Fox's X-Men & Fantastic Four Marvel Movies

Disney+ has rebranded the Marvel movies from Fox's X-Men, Wolverine, and Fantastic Four franchises.

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Thor 4: Taika Waititi Shares Behind-the-Scenes Photos With Family on Marvel Set

Thor: Love and Thunder director Taika Waititi shared photos of himself spending quality time with his daughters on the set of the film.

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Marvel's Eternals Leak Reveals Best Look at New Celestial Characters

A fresh look at the MCU's versions of powerful beings known as Celestials from the film Eternals has appeared online.

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Ms. Marvel Disney+: New Set Photos Tease MCU Filming In Thailand

The cinematographer on Marvel Studios' Ms. Marvel shares photos from the set in Bangkok, Thailand.

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Justice League: Zack Snyder Confirms Which Actor Was Going To Play Green Lantern

Zack Snyder discusses the cut cameo appearance of Green Lantern John Stewart in the Snyder Cut of Justice League.

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James Gunn Jokes About The Suicide Squad's Death Toll

Director James Gunn teases character deaths in The Suicide Squad.

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Justice League: Kilowog's Green Lantern Design Revealed In Official Snyder Cut Art

A concept artist on Zack Snyder's Justice League shared a good look at the film's version of Green Lantern, Kilowog.

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Falcon and Winter Soldier Director Addresses Sam's Captain America Moment In New Episode

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier director Kari Skogland broke down what it means for Sam Wilson to be the new Captain America.

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Star Wars: Stellan Skarsgård Touches on Why He Joined Disney+'s Rogue One Spin-off

Andot actor Stellan Skarsgård praises the forthcoming Star Wars show's direction and mature atmosphere.

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WandaVision: Elizabeth Olsen & Kathryn Hahn's Final Battle Gets Official Storyboard Released

A Marvel Studios storyboard artist posted a behing the scenes look at some key moments from WandaVision.

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Black Panther: Michael B. Jordan's Killmonger Theme Origin Revealed By Composer

Black Panther composer Ludwig Göransson sheds light on how he scored the blockbuster MCU film.

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Sebastian Stan Reveals Why Marvel's Kevin Feige Is So Successful

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier star Sebastian Stan talks up Kevin Feige and his process, which has lead to the success of the MCU.

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