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
Streaming’s IT: Welcome To Derry Replacement Series Debuts To Near Perfect Scores, And Is Getting Better With Each Episode
There's a new show filling the void left by IT: Welcome to Derry in Apple TV's Widow Bay, and it's getting rave reviews.
DC Studios Confirms DCU’s First Ever Prequel
DC Studios' next HBO Max series, Lanterns, will delve into the DCU's past like never before.
DC Studios Reveals First Look at Supergirl’s 2nd 2026 Design Change
Supergirl will look different in her second DC Studios project of 2026.
Marvel Studios Officially Confirms Kingpin's Replacement For Phase 6
Marvel Studios is already laying the groundwork for Wilson Fisk's replacement in the MCU's next phase.
In Just 9 Days, DC's Biggest Superhero Video Game In Years Will Officially Launch
DC fans have been waiting for something significant in the video game space for years. Now the wait is almost over.
Punisher: One Last Kill Includes 6 Characters From Netflix’s Marvel Universe
Punisher: One Last Kill brings back several familiar faces from the Netflix Marvel era of shows.
James Gunn’s DCU Has Delivered on 7 'Chapter 1' Announcements, and Missed 4 Others (2026 Update)
Three years ago, James Gunn outlined his plans for the first chapter of the DCU, Gods and Monsters, but has he delivered on all of them?
Punisher One Last Kill: Here’s What Happens To Ma Gnucci If Marvel Studios Follows The Comics
After making her debut in The Punisher: One Last Kill, many are wondering what will happen to Ma Gnucci next.
I Watched 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' Movie's Early Preview, and It's Completely Changed My Opinion About Jon Favreau's Star Wars Experiment
The Mandalorian & Grogu's 25-minute IMAX preview was extremely promising.
DC Studios Reveals Sofia Falcone's New Design Ahead of Official Batman Return
Sofia Falcone is returning to the world of DC in Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and she looks very different from her last appearance.
Jon Bernthal Is Ready For His Theatrical Punisher Movie: 'Worldwide And On Screens Everywhere' (Exclusive)
The Punisher: One Last Kill director confirms he and Jon Bernthal want to take the Punisher to the big screen.
I Need Deadpool 4 To Adapt 1 Major Comic Scene & Give Us The X-Men Moment We've Been Missing For Years
Deadpool's next movie needs to bring back an element from the comics that's been lacking in the films.
Disney Officially Confirms the New Face of Disney Movies For 2026
Disney films have a new face in 2026, and the character in the spotlight makes total sense.
Is The Mandalorian And Grogu Movie Repeating Season 2's Grave Mistake?
The Mandalorian & Grogu may be repeating one of the Disney+ series' biggest missteps.
DC's Next Movie Will Be Missing the Thing That Made 'Superman' So Great
Supergirl is the next major DC Studios film, but it will be missing something that made Superman stand out.
Marvel Studios Finally Releases Deleted 'Fantastic Four' Superpowers Origin Scene (Photos)
A key moment in the MCU's Fantastic Four team's origin story has finally been revealed.
Minecraft Movie 2 Set Photos: Jack Black's Steve Takes His Lava Chicken Ventures On The Road As Sequel Starts Filming
A Minecraft Sequel is officially filming, and set photos have revealed Steve's epic new vehicle.
Daredevil Born Again Season 3 Will Officially Include 8 Characters From Netflix’s Marvel Universe
Daredevil: Born Again's third season will continue to draw on characters from the original Netflix shows.
Mortal Kombat 2 Movie Officially Solves Its Cole Young Problem
Mortal Kombat II determines the fate of one of its most divisive characters.
Amazon's Fallout Replacement Show Is Now Facing A Major TV Obstacle
Amazon is moving forward on another video game TV show, but it seems to be facing some hurdles in development.
Punisher: One Last Kill's Place on the MCU Timeline Gets Officially Confirmed
2026's Punisher reboot has revealed where it sits among Jon Bernthal's MCU appearances.
'The Batman' Saga Actor Ignites Scarecrow Debut Hopes Ahead of The Batman 2 (Exclusive)
The Penguin's Theo Rossi has commented on his character's potential in The Batman saga.
Everywhere You Can Buy The Devil Wears Prada 2's Popcorn Bucket, The Butter Birkin
The Devil Wears Prada 2's exclusive popcorn bucket has seen incredibly high demand.
Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Gives Karen Page A Role We Rarely See For MCU Women
Deborah Ann Woll's Karen Page has been a standout in Daredevil: Born Again Season 2.
Heated Rivalry Season 2 Will Introduce Troy Barrett, A Cocky and Confident All-Star Forward Who Will Have Kissing Scenes (Report)
Heated Rivalry is preparing to introduce another major character from Rachel Reid's Game Changer novels.
Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Releases Exciting Finale Scenes With Jessica Jones, Bullseye & More
There's one more episode of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 left, and trailers have hinted at what's still to come.
James Gunn Reveals Plan To Address DCU Canon Status Of 2 Snyderverse Movies In 2027
DC Studios CEO James Gunn has revealed plans to rethink how two DCEU movies fit into the new DCU.
Star Wars Reveals the Fate of the Inquisitors, Marrok and the Eleventh Brother, After Maul: Shadow Lord
The recent appearance of the Inquisitors in Maul: Shadow Lord isn't the only time they're seen in Star Wars canon.
The Boys’ Jensen Ackles Confirms Why Soldier Boy Reverses Course And Finally Joins Homelander
Soldier Boy had a sudden change of heart about Homelander in The Boys Season 5.
2026's The Punisher Reboot: New Photo May Spoil a Major MCU Cameo
A set photo suggests Disney+'s The Punisher reboot may feature more than one major Daredevil: Born Again star.
The Boys Finally Reveals Sister Sage’s Master Plan, World War Supe
Sister Sage came clean about her real endgame in The Boys Season 5 Episode 5.
Welcome To Derry Creator Unveils First Season 2 Plot Details & When It Takes Place On The IT Timeline
Andy Muschietti has confirmed some fresh story details about IT: Welcome to Derry Season 2.
Sony's Spider-Verse Just Revealed Its Gwen Stacy Replacement
The newest Spider-Verse project has revealed its version of Peter Parker's Gwen Stacy.
Marvel Studios Officially Debuts Its Next Main Female Superhero (Photos)
A new hero has joined the ranks of the MCU's most famous and formidable female faces.
2026's WandaVision Sequel: New Listing May Confirm Its Release Window
VisionQuest's release window may have just been narrowed by a merchandise listing.
Toy Story 5 Gets a Historic Rating That’s a Franchise First
The classification for Pixar's Toy Story 5 marks a break with tradition for the animated franchise.
May 2026 Will Be a Historic Month For Star Wars TV
May and Star Wars go hand-in-hand, but May 2026 will be a particularly special time for the galaxy far, far away.
Disney+ Is Finally Making an Exciting Sci-Fi Show That Isn't Marvel or Star Wars
Disney is officially rebooting one of the best science fiction franchises - and it's not Marvel or Star Wars.
Star Wars Confirms Boba Fett's Replacement In the Disney Era
Following the failure of The Book of Boba Fett, Star Wars has found itself a new lead bounty hunter.
Nintendo Cinematic Universe Report Reveals 10 Confirmed & Potential Movies (Mario 3, Kirby & More)
A new report indicates the Nintendo cinematic universe is expanding quickly after the Super Mario Galaxy Movie.