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
Zack Snyder Explains Why He Left DCEU and Netflix Blockbusters for Indie Filmmaking and his New Film 'The Last Photograph' | TIFF 2026
The Last Photograph cast and creative team explained how Zack Snyder's passion project differs from his previous blockbusters.
Avengers: Endgame Encore Popcorn Buckets & Theater Items Are Exactly What Marvel Fans Have Been Waiting For
Avengers: Endgame is back in theaters, and the encore includes a fresh lineup of popcorn buckets.
Marvel Studios Reveals Ultron’s Evil Plan For White Vision In VisionQuest
James Spader is returning as Ultron in VisionQuest, and the villain's secret plan for Vision has been unveiled.
'The Incomer' Throws Domhnall Gleeson, Gayle Rankin, and Grant O'Rourke into a Genre-Bending Folktale Film That They Say Is a "Creative Miasma"
The Incomer stars Gayle Rankin, Domhnall Gleeson, and Grant O'Rourke discussed their unique and quirky new comedy film.
Marvel Studios Confirms Doctor Doom’s First Tony Stark Connection
Robert Downey Jr. plays two notable characters in the MCU, and the first connection between them has just been revealed.
Disney+ Will Release a New Marvel TV Crossover Very Soon - Here's the First Trailer
The first trailer for Marvel's next superhero crossover project was revealed.
VisionQuest Showrunner Confirms The Disney+ Series Will Retcon Age of Ultron’s Ending
Terry Matalas has confirmed that VisionQuest will alter a pivotal Avengers: Age of Ultron scene.
Marvel Studios Announces First-Ever Movie In MCU Saga 3
The MCU is preparing to enter its next era with a brand-new superhero movie.
Marvel Studios Releases the Perfect MCU Prequel Ahead Of Avengers: Doomsday
Marvel is fleshing out the world of The Fantastic Four: First Steps before the release of Avengers: Doomsday.
Hayley Atwell Has One Condition To Play Peggy Carter Again After 'Avengers: Doomsday'
Hayley Atwell's return as Peggy Carter in Avengers: Doomsday doesn't have to be her last, according to the actress.
Robert Downey Jr. Might Have Just Confirmed A Major Doctor Strange Avengers: Doomsday Theory
Robert Downey Jr. is dropping more clues about Avengers: Doomsday, including a possible reference to Doctor Strange's role.
The Penguin Season 2 Renewal Chances Officially Addressed By Cristin Milioti
The Penguin's Cristin Milioti has shared an update on a potential Season 2 of The Batman spin-off show.
Spider-Man 5 Has One Major Roadblock To Overcome Before Being Greenlit, Confirms Sony Boss
Sony and Marvel must overcome a major hurdle before proceeding with Spider-Man 5.
Marvel Studios Casts Avengers: Secret Wars’ 3rd Mystery Character For A Major Role
Marvel Studios has recruited another actor into its ensemble for a mysterious new role in Avengers: Secret Wars.
Marvel Studios Officially Unveils Its 2nd-Ever Rebooted Superhero Team
Marvel Studios released an official new look at its next reboot within the MCU.
Sadie Sink's Jean Grey Powers Are A Significant Downgrade From The Comics
Jean Grey has officially arrived in the MCU, but she's nowhere near as powerful as her comics counterpart.
Marvel Studios Says Goodbye to Disney's Historic 6-Year MCU Experiment
Marvel Studios is reportedly leaving behind a specific era of storytelling for the MCU.
Marvel Unveils David Harbour's Next Red Guardian Costume for Phase 6
David Harbour's Red Guardian has an interesting new outfit heading into Avengers: Doomsday.
Fallout Season 3 Photo Unveils Redesign For Walton Goggins' Ghoul
Filming on Season 3 of Fallout has begun and Walton Goggins' Ghoul has been spotted.
Disney+ Updates Grogu’s Official Picture In Honor Of His New Release
Disney+ subscribers will notice a change in Grogu if they choose him as their profile picture.
Avengers: Doomsday Merch Unveils New Look At Human Torch, Mystique, & 6 Other Characters
Several Avengers: Doomsday characters are front and center in new merch for the MCU film.
HBO's Succession Star Alan Ruck Has One Condition to Return For Spin-off Show (Exclusive)
Succession may be over, but Alan Ruck would still be open to returning as Connor Roy.
Disney+ September 2026 Releases Trailer Highlights Toy Story 5, Star Wars, Marvel & More
Several Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars releases will soon be making their debut on Disney+ in September.
Marvel Studios Resurrects Dead Phase 2 Villain In Latest MCU Trailer
An old foe will be back in the spotlight in Marvel Studios' next project in the MCU's Phase 6.
Star Wars Releases 6th Official Project That Shows Order 66
Order 66 remains one of the most devastating events in the Star Wars timeline, as proven by the latest release in the franchise.
Marvel’s Next Iron Man Solo Project Is Confirmed To Feature 4 MCU Villains
Another Iron Man project is on the way, and it'll draw on some familiar Marvel villains.
Disney+ Is Remaking The Mandalorian Without Gina Carano's Cara Dune
Cara Dune is nowhere to be seen in Disney+'s upcoming The Mandalorian remake.
Disney+ Brings Back The Mandalorian Without Pedro Pascal
The Mandalorian is returning in a new Disney+ project, but it won't be Pedro Pascal's version of the character.
Marvel Reveals If Chris Hemsworth Will Return As Thor After Avengers: Secret Wars
Chris Hemsworth has at least one post-Avengers: Secret Wars role lined up, although it's not the one most expect.
The DCU's Justice League Prequel Movie Officially Has The Perfect Flash Replacement Now
The Flash has yet to debut in James Gunn's DCU, but the Justice League may not need him.
Lanterns Episode 3 Promo Confirms the Secret Meaning Behind John Stewart's Green Bird
John Stewart conjured a green bird with the Green Lantern ring in Lanterns, which is confirmed to be connected to his past.
VisionQuest Reveals Best Look At Spider-Man’s AI In Human Form
Spider-Man's AI companion is coming to life in VisionQuest, and we finally have a good look at its human form.
Marvel Studios Changes Ethnicity Of Major 'Young Avengers' Superhero
One of Marvel Studios' Young Avengers heroes will be distinct from their comic book counterpart.
Disney Reportedly Eyeing Zendaya For 'Princess Diaries 3' Role
Zendaya may be in line to join another beloved franchise if the latest rumors are true.
The Odyssey Just Broke the MCU's Historic Box Office Record
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has taken the r-rated box office crown from one MCU movie.
The Boys Prequel, Vought Rising, Will Feature 5 Supes Stronger Than Butcher's Final Form
Several of The Boys' most powerful Supes will be appearing in the new spin-off series Vought Rising.
X-Men '97's Composers Share Their Dream Characters For Season 3 and Beyond (Exclusive)
X-Men '97 composers John Andrew Grush and Taylor Newton Stewart discussed their greatest challenges while creating Season 2's epic score.
The 5 Stranger Things Stars Who Are Open To Returning For Future Sequel
Stranger Things may be over, but these original stars are happy to come back for more.
Daredevil: Born Again Season 3 Is Officially Abandoning the Show's Winning Formula
Daredevil: Born Again Season 3 is adding something that will shift the formula of Marvel's Netflix reboot on Disney+.
Disney Alters Bluey Animation For First-Ever Movie, Causing Mixed Reactions Among Fanbase
Bluey is headed to the big screen, but some of the changes made to its animation style have fans divided.