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 The Direct Articles

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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The Last of Us: Why Joel Killed Eugene, Explained

The Last of Us Season 2 fans have many theories about why Joel killed Gail's husband, Eugene.

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Last of Us Season 2's Smart Zombie Explained: Why Ellie Gets Attacked by Intelligent Infected

Ellie squares off against a new type of Infected in The Last of Us Season 2.

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Last of Us: Jesse & Dina's Relationship In the Games Vs. Show Explained

Young Mazino and Isabela Merced's new characters have quite a history in The Last of Us.

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The Last of Us: Who Is Eugene? Therapist's Husband & Joel Connection Explained

The Last of Us Season 2 introduces viewers to an unseen character from the game, Eugene.

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Last of Us Season 2 Episode 1 Cast (Pictures) - Isabela Merced, Kaitlyn Dever & More

Familiar faces and new characters grace the screen in The Last of Us Season 2's premiere episode.

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Slow Horses Season 5 Gets Official Release Update From Apple TV+

Apple TV+ has provided an updated release window for the next season of Slow Horses.

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Apple TV+ Reveals 10 Biggest TV Series & Movies Releasing In 2025

Apple TV+ has a huge year of new shows ahead with Jason Momoa's Chief of War and Jon Hamm's Your Friends and Neighbors.

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Minecraft Movie Releases Extended Chicken Jockey Fight Video

A Minecraft Movie's Chicken Jockey scene is inciting cinema fervor, and an extended clip the scene has been released online.

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Handmaid's Tale: What Happened to Janine (Season 6 Updates)

Janine's mysterious fate has been revealed in Season 6 of The Handmaid's Tale.

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Love It or List It: What Happened to Hilary Farr

Love It or List It is returning without Hilary Farr. Here's why the host departed the show.

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Star Wars: Lucasfilm Eyes 'Breaking Bad' Star for Major Villain Role (Report)

The galaxies of Breaking Bad and Star Wars may be about to cross over again.

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Yellowjackets: Here's Why Hannah Killed Kodiak, Explained

Hannah made a fateful decision in Yellowjackets Season 3 that has a huge impact on the teen survivors.

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Yellowjackets: Here's Why Melissa Killed Van

Another of the main Yellowjackets characters met their end in Season 3, Episode 9.

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Netflix Won't Release Stranger Things Season 5 as the Franchise's Next Project (Confirmed)

Netflix has announced a brand new Stranger Things special that will stream ahead of Season 5.

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CBS Just Cancelled 4 Beloved TV Shows

Several popular CBS shows will not be getting another season following a round of cancellations at the studio.

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Marvel Studios Announces 6 Major Villains Returning In Phase 6

The heroes of the MCU will have their hands full with this list of villains in Avengers: Doomsday.

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Michael B. Jordan's Sinners Movie Reviews: Critics Share Strong First Reactions

The first reactions to Sinners are in, and Ryan Coogler's vampire movie has teeth.

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This MCU Villain Is Now Banned from Appearing In Marvel Movies

Those hoping to see Daredevil: Born Again's major villain on the big screen will be disappointed.

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Fantastic Four: First Steps CinemaCon 2025 Footage Description (Silver Surfer & More)

New footage of The Fantastic Four: First Steps was screened for attendees at CinemaCon 2025.

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Wheel of Time Season 4 Gets Renewal Update From Rosamund Pike

The future of Prime Video's The Wheel of Time TV series is uncertain following comments from one of its lead stars.

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John Wick 5, Anime John Wick & Caine Spinoff Movies Announced, Keanu Reeves Returning

The John Wick universe is set to expand with three exciting new projects announced.

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The 17 Must-Watch Horror Movies of 2025 Get Celebrated at CinemaCon (Full List)

CinemaCon provided a first look at some of the year's biggest and scariest films.

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Yellowjackets Season 4 Renewal Gets Hopeful Update from Shauna Actress (Exclusive)

Young Shauna star Sophie Nélisse has an optimistic outlook on the future of Yellowjackets.

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2026's The Mandalorian Movie: The 5 Key Star Wars Characters Now Confirmed to Appear

The Mandalorian & Grogu have some new characters joining them on their feature film adventure.

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Marvel Restricted Jon Bernthal's Punisher With 1 Specific Mandate (Report)

The Punisher producer reveals one thing that may have held the Netflix series back.

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Jensen Ackles' The Boys Prequel Show Gets New Projected Release Window

A new update on The Boys' spin-off Vought Rising hints at when the series may be released.

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Jinx & Ekko Return In Official Arcane Music Video Months After Season 2 Ending

Two fan-favorite Arcane characters live on in the music video for Ma Meilleure Ennemie.

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Here's Why Anora Cries at the End of 'Anora'

Mikey Madison's Anora has an emotional breakdown at the end of Sean Baker's movie - and for good reason.

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The Last of Us Season 2 Episode Titles Have Me Worried [SPOILER] Won’t Live Long

The first episode titles for The Last of Us Season 2 have been revealed and may signal bad news for a beloved character.

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The Last of Us Part 3 Finally Gets Some Good News

The Last of Us Part 3 is looking more likely after an insider shared news about its production.

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Live-Action Lilo and Stitch Movie Gets Unsurprising Rating

Disney's live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch received an appropriate rating.

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Fallout TV Show Gets Thrilling Update Ahead of Season 2 Release

It seems Fallout fans have much more to look forward to from the Prime Video series.

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