Lauren Rouse

Lauren Rouse

Writer

Lauren Rouse has been a writer at The Direct since the site launched in 2020. She has a huge passion for everything pop culture and currently writes news articles for the Marvel, Star Wars, DC and video game branches.

Lauren also works as a journalist at Lifehacker, Gizmodo and Kotaku in Australia, where she covers entertainment news, reviews, and interviews talent. She previously served as a freelance writer at Game Rant and she holds a Master's degree in Screenwriting from AFTRS.

You can follow Lauren’s articles, entertainment opinions and Comic-Con adventures over on Twitter (@LRouse19).

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Lauren Rouse's Latest Stories

Ahsoka Season 2 Confirmed to Give 4 Fan-Favorite Characters More Screentime

Fans will see more of these characters when Ahsoka returns for Season 2.

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Tom Cruise Abandons His Tradition to Prevent 'Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning' from Flopping (Report)

A new report suggests Tom Cruise is getting more involved in the release of his eighth Mission: Impossible film.

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Every Marvel Movie Releasing After Thunderbolts (Full MCU Schedule)

Marvel fans have four more exciting MCU movies to look forward to after Thunderbolts* concludes Phase 5.

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1 Major 'Wednesday' Character Will Look Very Different In Season 2 (Photos)

One member of the Addams Family has gone through some changes in the break between Wednesday Seasons 1 and 2.

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Disney+ Announces First 2 Star Wars Shows Releasing In 2026

The galaxy far, far away is getting off to a stellar start in 2026 with the release of two new Star Wars shows.

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Sinners Actor Confirms the True Meaning of That Ending

Sinners' ending is open for interpretation, but one actor from the movie thinks it's a positive finale.

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Marvel Takes Action to Prevent Thunderbolts Movie Spoilers

Marvel is encouraging fans not to ruin Thunderbolts as it puts in place spoiler warnings.

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Marvel Just Gave Joseph Quinn's Human Torch a New Hairstyle

Johnny Storm may sport various looks in Marvel's Fantastic Four: First Steps

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You Need to Watch Sinners in IMAX Before It Gets Replaced By Thunderbolts

Sinners is meant for IMAX, but it won't be available in this format for much longer.

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New Avatar 3 Trailer Gets Strong First Reactions Online

A new trailer for James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash has CinemaCon attendees talking.

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New Captain America 4 Photos Reveal Deleted Tony Stark Co. Scene

Tony Stark's legacy was originally set to play a role in Captain America: Brave New World.

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Agents of SHIELD Star Adrianne Palicki Reveals Talks to Appear In Marvel Movies (Exclusive)

The actress behind Agents of SHIELD's Bobbi Morse almost appeared in Marvel Studios' films.

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The Last of Us Season 2: Curtis and Viper Meaning to Dina & Ellie, Explained

Ellie and Dina keep making references to Curtis & Viper in The Last of Us Season 2.

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The Last of Us' Dead Travelers Explained: How & Why They Got Killed In Season 2 Episode 3

The Last of Us Season 2 introduced a mysterious group of travelers in Episode 3 who met an unfortunate fate.

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The Last of Us: Here's What Ellie Leaves at Joel's Grave

Ellie paid tribute to Joel's memory in The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 3 with a surprising parting gift.

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The Last of Us Season 2's Richest 6 Actors, Ranked by Net Worth

HBO's The Last of Us has some high-value actors as part of its cast in Season 2.

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The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 3 Trailer Reveals Aftermath Of [SPOILERS] Tragic Death

The trailer for The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 3 hints at big things resulting from a key character's death.

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Fantastic Four 2025 Trailer Hints at the Movie's Twist Ending

One scene in The Fantastic Four: First Steps' new trailer teases a dire event for the superhero family.

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FNAF 2 Movie Confirmed to Include 5 Key Characters from the Game

Five Nights at Freddy's 2 is expanding its roster of animatronics for the sequel.

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New Captain America 4 Photos Reveal The Leader's Original Design (And It Looks Way Better)

Tim Blake Nelson's The Leader design originally looked more comic-accurate in Captain America: Brave New World.

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Batman Is Now Confirmed to Appear In 7 Upcoming DC Movies & TV Shows

The Dark Knight is in demand across the DCU's slate of film and TV projects.

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Star Wars: Hayden Christensen Teases More Darth Vader After Confirmed Ahsoka Season 2 Appearance

Darth Vader is coming back for some "rich stories" in Ahsoka Season 2.

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New Wicked 2 Trailer Gets Strong First Reactions Online

Wicked: For Good's first trailer screened at CinemaCon, and attendees had opinions on the upcoming musical sequel.

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The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 3: New Photos Reveal the Aftermath of Joel's [Spoilers]

The residents of Jackson are left reeling in new images from The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 3.

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Why Bosch Legacy Got Cancelled, According to the Show's Star

Bosch: Legacy ended after season 3 to the disappointment of the TV series' many fans.

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Netflix's Cowboy Bebop Star Has a Message for Studios Following Cancellation of Show (Exclusive)

Cowboy Bebop star Daniella Pineda addressed Netflix's cancellation of the live-action anime adaptation.

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Marvel Studios' Ironheart Release Breaks an Unfortunate MCU Record

Ironheart is yet to release on Disney+, but it's already breaking records in the MCU.

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Is Joel Really Dead In Last of Us Season 2? New HBO Trailer Confirms His Fate

HBO's The Last of Us has confirmed whether Joel's story in the show follows that of the video game.

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Sinners: Why Vampires Need to Be Invited Inside, Explained

Ryan Coogler leans on vampire lore in his new supernatural horror film Sinners.

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New Fantastic Four Trailer Includes Sneaky Nod to Elizabeth Olsen's Wanda (Photo)

Matt Shakman hides a subtle reference to his past MCU project in the new Fantastic Four trailer.

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Marvel's Final Phase 5 Movie Gets Exciting Release Announcement

Marvel Studios is using a unique release strategy for Thunderbolts*, which bodes well for the Phase 5 film.

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Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts Movie Gets Historic Rating

Marvel's Thunderbolts* is breaking a record for the studio with a specific warning in its official rating.

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Avengers Doomsday's X-Men Actors Reunion Revealed In New Photo

Two legacy X-Men actors have reunited ahead of reprising their roles in Marvel Studios' Avengers: Doomsday.

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Grey's Anatomy Season 21 Episode 15 Cast: Guest Stars In 'Bust Your Windows' - Anastasia Barzee, Trevor Donovan & More

Some new faces are showing up at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital in Grey's Anatomy Season 21 Episode 15.

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What Happens to Serena in Handmaid's Tale - Books Vs. Show Differences Explained

The Handmaid's Tale made some changes to the book when bringing Serena Joy Waterford to life in the TV show.

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Andor Season 2 Director Talks Rogue One & Legacy Star Wars Cameos

Tony Gilroy has discussed whether any legacy Rogue One characters may appear in Andor Season 2.

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Handmaid's Tale Season 6 Episode 4 Cast & Guest Stars (Pictures) - Timothy Simons, Athena Karkanis & More

Here are the cast members and guest stars who appeared in The Handmaid's Tale Season 6, Episode 4.

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Clue TV Show Gets Cancelled (Exclusive)

One of the writers on the animated Clue TV series revealed the show is no longer moving forward.

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Star Wars Celebration: Exact TIME of Movie & TV Panels In 2025

Star Wars Celebration is coming up in Japan, and here's the schedule for all the biggest panels from the convention.

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Here's Why Alexis Bledel's Emily Left Handmaid's Tale

After landing a main role as Emily Malek in The Handmaid's Tale, Alexis Bledel departed the show in Season 4.

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