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
Fallout Season 2 Posters Omit 1 Major Faction From New Vegas Games (But Confirm 4 Others)
Prime Video's Fallout has confirmed the major factions from the games that will be included in Season 2 of the show.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 English Cast Is Hoping for a Demon Slayer-Style Finale
The English voice cast of Jujutsu Kaisen shared the challenges of dubbing and their hopes for a movie-sized finale.
IMAX Omits 1 Major Marvel Movie from Its 2026 Release Slate
There are concerns that a pivotal MCU movie may skip IMAX theatres after it was missing from an investor presentation.
Fallout Season 2 Reveals Grim Fate Of New Vegas’ The Kings Faction
Promotion for Fallout's second season has revealed the fate of one beloved faction from Fallout: New Vegas.
Disney Has Now Abandoned 6 Star Wars Projects, Including Adam Driver's Ben Solo Movie
The canceled Ben Solo film is one of many projects given the axe by Disney since it acquired Lucasfilm.
KPop Demon Hunters 2 Just Became More Likely After Netflix & Sony Announce New Partnership Movie
Sony and Netflix are reuniting to work on a new animated sequel, which is promising for KPop Demon Hunters' future.
Marvel Confirms Dead MCU Character Will Return Soon
Daredevil's Foggy Nelson, who was thought to be killed off in the MCU, is making his return in 2026.
I Played 'LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight' - Turns Out It's Way Different From the LEGO Games That Fans Grew Up On, And That's a Very Good Thing
An early demo for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight reveals how TT's new game combines different versions of the DC hero.
DC Reverses Course, Adds Batman Spin-off Movie to James Gunn's DCU Slate
One upcoming DCU film was originally supposed to be a part of Matt Reeves' Batman Epic Crime Saga instead.
It: Welcome to Derry's Cast and Producers Tease Pennywise's Perfect Introduction In a Time of "Peak Fear"
The cast and producers of It: Welcome to Derry discuss their scary new Stephen King prequel at New York Comic-Con.
Stranger Things 5 Confirms How Long Max Will Be in a Coma (It’s Longer Than Expected)
Max's fate is still unconfirmed in Stranger Things 5, but a new report reveals fans won't get answers immediately.
Samara Weaving Admits Replacing Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn In DC's Upcoming Superhero Movie Slate Would Be 'Big Shoes to Fill'
As the DCU enters a new era, Samara Weaving reveals whether she'd take over the Harley Quinn role from Margot Robbie.
Star Wars Announces Plan To Fix One Of The Rise Of Skywalker’s Biggest Problems
A new Star Wars novel will fill in the gaps between two key characters in the Skywalker Saga.
Marvel Studios Unveils the Skrulls' New Villain Role In Phase 6
The Skrulls make a surprising appearance in the new MCU Disney+ show Marvel Zombies.
Disney+ Makes Star Wars History With TV Debut of Iconic 'Legends' Jedi
LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy - Pieces of the Past featured the debut of a Jedi legend on Disney+.
DC Studios' Upcoming Batman Spinoff Movie Budget Marks Major Shift from the DCEU's Strategy
One of DC Studios' upcoming films marks a break in strategy from the ways of the old DCEU.
'Fantastic Four' Director Debunks a Bad Rumor About Kevin Feige
Marvel director Matt Shakman has shared the freedoms he had during the making of The Fantastic Four: First Steps.
October 11 Will Be a Huge Day for MCU Announcements
Marvel has some exciting things in store for MCU fans in New York on October 11.
James Gunn Clarifies Height Requirement for New Wonder Woman Actress
Height won't be a factor when it comes to casting the DCU's new Wonder Woman.
'LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight' Release Window Breaks a Frustrating TT Games Record
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight's release couldn't come sooner for TT Games.
DC Studios Unveils First Look at Lex Luthor In Superman 'Sequel'
Nicholas Hoult is back as Lex Luthor in another DCU project following his debut in Superman.
1 Major 'Captain America 4' Villain Was Originally Supposed to Die
One character who was originally scripted to die in Captain America 4 was spared in the final cut.
Marvel Studios' New R-Rated Show Is Dominating Streaming
The latest MCU show on Disney+ is doing big numbers for Marvel Studios.
First HD Photos of Stan Lee's Secret 'Cameo' In Fantastic Four: First Steps
Marvel Studios found a clever way to pay tribute to the late Stan Lee in The Fantastic Four: First Steps.
Marvel Studios Confirms Phase 6's Record-Breaking Villain Count
The roster of villains in the MCU expanded significantly in Eyes of Wakanda.
'Creep 3' Status Gets Revealed Amid Cancellation Concerns
Creep director Patrick Brice has a promising update about a third movie in the franchise.
Riverdale Receives Unexpected Spooky Sequel 2 Years After Cancellation On Disney+
Riverdale is making a surprising return with a new series on Disney+ set in the same universe.
Avengers: Doomsday's First Trailer Will Reportedly Release Sooner Than Expected
Fans may not have to wait long to glimpse Marvel Studios' newest Avengers film.
Disney+ Brings Back Ahsoka Without Rosario Dawson
A familiar actress returns to play Ahsoka in a new Star Wars project, but it's not who fans might expect.
Pixar Needs to Break This 8-Year Box Office Cold Streak In 2026
Pixar has had a rough few years at the box office, with very few of its original franchises making an impact.
Tom Holland Teases More MCU Spider-Man Movies After Brand New Day
Tom Holland has alluded to his Marvel future beyond Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
'Peacemaker' Just Confirmed the DCU's Sons of Liberty Features 1 Major Superhero
Peacemaker Season 2's alternate Earth has introduced the Sons of Liberty, featuring one familiar hero.
Peacemaker Season 2's Earth X Twist Just Revealed the DCU's Darkest Timeline
The truth about Peacemaker's dream dimension has finally been revealed, and it's not good.
2026's WandaVision Sequel Gets Disney+ Release Update
A new report has narrowed down the release window for Marvel's WandaVision sequel series in 2026.
Hotel Costiera Season 2 Desires Shared by Pierpaolo Spollon & Antonio Gerardi
Hotel Costiera's debut season has left fans (and the cast) wanting more.
MCU Star Reverses Course, Now Open to Season 2 of Disney+ Series
Despite comments made earlier in the year, Avengers star Jeremy Renner is still willing to return for Hawkeye Season 2.
Avengers: Doomsday Will Include 5 Major Black Panther Characters (Confirmed)
Several warriors from Wakanda will return in Marvel's next superhero crossover film, Avengers: Doomsday.
Marvel Studios Confirms Status Of Marvel Zombies Season 2
Marvel Studios executives provided an update on whether Marvel Zombies will receive a second season.
Alien: Earth Theory Exposes Atom Eins' Secret Identity
Ade Edmondson's Alien: Earth character was hiding a big secret all along.
Emma Myers Wants 2 Changes to Be Made In Wednesday Season 3
Emma Myers has some ideas of things she'd like to do with her character Enid in Wednesday Season 3.