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 The Direct Articles
Disney Announces 2 Marvel Stars Will Team-Up For Pixar’s Next Movie
Pixar's major original release in 2027 is confirmed to feature two MCU stars.
Disney+ Is Officially Becoming More Like Netflix
Disney executives have outlined their vision for an updated Disney+ that is more aligned with Netflix.
Dave Filoni Had 1 Request For Darth Vader's Return In 'Maul: Shadow Lord'
Darth Vader's role in Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord received one directive from Lucasfilm's CEO.
The Legend of Vox Machina Season 4: Delilah Briarwood’s Necro-Ninja Twist Explained
The identity of the mysterious Necro-Ninja in Legend of Vox Machina Season 4 was revealed in Episode 6.
Star Wars Reverses Course on Anakin Skywalker Return Decision
Anakin Skywalker is officially back in Star Wars–sooner than you think.
The Batman Part 2 Star Reveals Reduced Role in Sequel
The Batman: Part 2 is finally heading into production, but one core cast member will have a smaller part to play.
DC's New Batman Video Game Just Mocked Warner Bros’ Former Superhero Movie Universe
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight isn't hesitating to poke fun at the old DCEU.
Frozen 3 Gets the Big Announcement We've Been Waiting For
Frozen 3 star Josh Gad has spilled some details regarding the anticipated Disney animated sequel.
Netflix Starts Filming Final Season of Its Sci-Fi Game of Thrones Replacement Series
Netflix has a perfect sci-fi alternative for Game of Thrones fans, and it's final season is in motion.
Devil Wears Prada 2 Box Office Passes DC's Most Expensive Superhero Movie of All-Time With Major Milestone
The Devil Wears Prada is dominating the box office and has just surpassed one of the DCEU's biggest titles.
The Acolyte Creator Reveals 4 Storylines For Manny Jacinto’s The Stranger In Canceled Season 2
Qimir had a lot more to do in The Acolyte's second season, according to creator Leslye Headland.
Masters of the Universe 2026 She-Ra Post-Credits Scene Perfectly Sets Up The Next Movie’s Villain
The door for the perfect sequel villain is now open thanks to Masters of the Universe's post-credit scene.
My Adventures With Superman Season 3 Poster Celebrates 6 Main Characters
The leading characters of My Adventures with Superman Season 3 have been revealed.
DC Director Reveals How James Gunn’s DCU Strategy Differs From Marvel's MCU
Supergirl director Craig Gillespie discusses James Gunn's vision for his interconnected superhero universe.
Spider-Man Brand New Day Reveals Exactly Why Spidey Is Mutating New Powers
Peter Parker is going through some changes in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and a new report reveals why.
Supergirl Director Just Confirmed The Movie’s Surprising Genre
DC Studios' next major movie, Supergirl, takes on an interesting genre that the DCU hasn't seen so far.
Marvel Studios Officially Retcons Jessica Jones Season 1
A subtle Marvel detail in Netflix's Jessica Jones is no more following Daredevil: Born Again.
Marvel Studios Reveals First Look At Spider-Man & Punisher’s MCU Team-Up (Photo)
Spider-Man and the Punisher won't always be at odds in Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
Legend of Vox Machina Stars Break Down the Season 4 Time Jump
Critical Role's stars tease what's to come in the penultimate season of The Legend of Vox Machina.
Disney+'s Most Important TV Show Is Officially Dead
One of Disney+'s major titles seems to have run its course, marking the end of another foundational show.
New DCU Trailer Hints at Death of 1 Major DC Superhero
The DCU has barely begun, but one superhero might already be on the chopping block.
Marvel Studios Is Resurrecting 1 Cancelled MCU Movie Plan (Report)
Marvel Studios' newest project is bringing back a storyline from a dead MCU movie.
HBO Releases First-Ever Game Of Thrones Trilogy Poster
HBO's newest Game of Thrones poster unites all its Westeros-set shows under one banner.
Toy Story 5's Critic Reviews & Reactions Decision Signals That Both Disney and Pixar Studios Are Confident About Sequel's Incoming Reception
Disney and Pixar seem confident in the fifth Toy Story movie, weeks ahead of its release.
Spider-Man Is Officially Entering A New Era In The MCU, Confirms Kevin Feige
Marvel Studios CEO Kevin Feige has promised that Spider-Man's next MCU appearance will feel different.
DC Studios Showrunner Officially Responds to Backlash Over Visuals of Upcoming Green Lantern Show
The creator of Lanterns has responded to fan backlash regarding the lack of color in the DC superhero show.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Star Wants a Crossover With This Iconic Superhero
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight's Shai Matheson discusses his Batman voice and dream DC crossover.
Backrooms Movie Async Ending Explained: What Is The Company Doing In The Backrooms?
The Async company is vital to the lore of Kane Parson's Backrooms, and more about them is revealed in the 2026 movie.
Star Wars Director Explains Why 2 Key Characters Were Excluded From The Mandalorian & Grogu
The Mandalorian & Grogu didn't feature these prominent Star Wars characters for a reason.
'Avengers: Doomsday' Reveals Best Look Yet at New Black Panther Costume
Merchandise has given a proper look at Shuri's new Black Panther outfit in Avengers: Doomsday.
Obsession Director Reveals Scrapped NC-17 Scene Could Return In Director’s Cut
Not every scene made it into 2026's hit horror movie Obsession and Curry Barker has hopes for a director's cut.
HBO Reveals Game of Thrones' Next Major Battle Sequence
The next major battle in the Game of Thrones universe has been unveiled - and it's going to be epic.
Disney+ Silently Removes Key Feature Users Have Had for Years
A core Disney+ UX feature has disappeared, and customers aren't loving it.
All 15 Marvel and DC Actors in Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey Movie
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey features an all-star cast, many of whom have appeared in the worlds of Marvel and DC.
Sony's Spider-Verse Will Officially Debut 4 New Villains In 2026
The Spider-Verse is set to expand in a new TV show in 2026, with a roster of fresh villains.
HBO Reverses Course On Major Game of Thrones Decision
The newest trailer for House of the Dragon confirms a return to form in one major way for Game of Thrones.
Marvel Studios Just Revealed Phase 6's Best Cameo
The MCU is well known for its cameos, and the best one in Phase 6 just arrived.
The Batman Part 2's First Set Photos Reinforce The Movie's Long Halloween Story Inspiration
The first photo from The Batman - Part II has arrived, and it's setting up to adapt even more of The Long Halloween.
The Boys Creator Rules Out 2 Characters Who Survived Season 5 From Future Spinoffs
Despite surviving the series finale of The Boys, fans shouldn't expect to see these two characters again.
GTA 6 Trailer 3 Release Window Narrows Following Official Comments From Take-Two’s CEO
Grand Theft Auto 6's third trailer release is finally in sight, thanks to an update from Take-Two's CEO.