Sam Hargrave

Sam Hargrave

Associate Editor (Content)

Sam Hargrave is the Associate Editor at The Direct. He joined the team as a gaming writer in 2020 before later expanding into writing for all areas of The Direct and taking on further responsibilities such as editorial tasks and image creation.

At the time of joining The Direct, Sam was studying Computer Science at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, where he resides, and running a gaming YouTube channel.

Sam can be found on Twitter where he often shares his latest articles and additional thoughts on recent news.

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Sam Hargrave's Latest The Direct Articles

Superman Movie: Who Is Guy Gardner? Nathan Fillion's Green Lantern Hero Explained

Learn more about Guy Gardner's Green Lantern before his role in 2025's Superman.

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The Witcher Season 4 Gets Reassuring Release Update (Official)

When will The Witcher Season 4 arrive on Netflix with its recast Geralt of Rivia?

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New Daredevil Born Again Photos Hint at This Season's Villain, Karen Page & More

Fans caught a new look at the main characters of Disney+'s Daredevil: Born Again.

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'You' Season 5 Gets Concerning Release Update from Netflix

Is Netflix's You Season 5 getting delayed? A new update made viewers question if it is.

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Here's Why Snape & Lily Had the Same Patronus In 'Harry Potter' Lore

Expecto Patronum! Harry Potter offers a heartfelt reason why Snape and Lily Potter shared a Patronus.

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Star Wars' Next Movie Just Cast a Huge Actor to Play Jabba the Hutt's Son

Who is playing Jabba the Hutt's son in the next Star Wars movie? The answer will DEFINITELY surprise you.

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Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Episode 3 Won't Release This Monday - Here's Why

Fans will be waiting a little longer for more of Star Wars' Skeleton Crew.

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Wednesday Season 2 Is Destined for Record-Breaking Netflix Viewership - Here's Why

Wednesday Season 2 is bound to be another massive win for Netflix in 2025.

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Is Wellington on Sea Real? That Christmas Movie Location from 2024 Netflix Project, Explained

Can you visit Wellington-on-Sea from Netflix's That Christmas? Here's the truth about the British town.

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12 Marvel Rivals Leaked Characters Joining Roster After Release

Is Marvel Rivals missing your favorite character? Well, they might still be coming soon.

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James Gunn Is Avoiding This MCU Mistake In The New DCU

The DCU will be taking a different approach from the MCU in one major way.

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Marvel Studios Announces 10 Main Actors In 2025 Fantastic Four Movie

Who will lead the way in the MCU's Fantastic Four reboot, releasing in 2025?

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DC Announces New Harley Quinn TV Spin-off Show

Fear not, Harley Quinn fans! The Max animated universe is set to expand.

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Anthony Mackie Joins Scarlett Johansson & 2 More Actors In Exclusive MCU Club

Anthony Mackie is stepping into a new role behind the scenes for Captain America: Brave New World.

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Marvel’s 2025 Movie & Disney+ Slate Is The Best In MCU History - Here’s Why

The Multiverse Saga is making a comeback! The MCU will release some highly-anticipated projects in 2025.

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Christopher Nolan’s Next Movie May Hurt 4 MCU Actors’ Roles In Avengers: Doomsday

Marvel Studios may face some trouble thanks to Christopher Nolan's next movie.

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Gladiator 2 Movie: Full Plot Summary & Spoilers

Learn all about the biggest spoilers and ending of Ridley Scott's Gladiator 2.

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Moana 2: Lin-Manuel Miranda's Absence Explained

If Lin-Manuel Miranda didn't write the songs for Disney's Moana 2, then who did?

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Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Confirms Official Release Schedule (Exact Times & Dates)

Find out exactly when to tune in for new episodes of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew on Disney+.

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The Rock Shares Controversial Movie Theater Opinion That Will Drive Adults Crazy

Dwayne Johnson's latest movie theater opinion is bound to strike up a debate.

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Moana 2 Receives Exciting Post-Credits Scene Update

Does Disney's Moana 2 have a post-credits scene? And will it set up a third movie?

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The Batman 2 Director Reveals Bruce Wayne's Big Regret In Upcoming Sequel

Robert Pattinson's Batman will grapple with a major regret when he next appears on screen.

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Max Omits Harley Quinn Season 5 Release from December 2024 Schedule

Harley Quinn Season 5's release on Max might've just got further away.

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Here's Why 'You' Season 5's Netflix Release Is Taking So Long

Fans have been waiting a while for Netflix to release You Season 5.

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Moana 2 Reviews: Critics Share Strong First Reactions

The first people to watch Disney's Moana 2 are raving about the sequel.

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WandaVision Creator Confirms Deleted 10th Episode & Why It Got Removed

WandaVision's creator cut a whole episode from the first season on Disney+.

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Boba Fett's On-Screen Future Gets Discouraging Update from Temuera Morrison

Boba Fett might not be coming back to Star Wars anytime soon after his Disney+ series.

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Tom Hiddleston Becomes Star Wars Villain Palpatine In New Disney Fan Poster

Rumor has it Tom Hiddleston could be playing Palpatine in a Star Wars spin-off.

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'How to Train Your Dragon' Live-Action Cast: Every Actor Confirmed for 2025 Movie

Who will bring How to Train Your Dragon's iconic Viking characters to life?

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Cobra Kai Season 6 Episode 6 Cast & Characters Guide (Photos) - Rayna Vallandingham, Lewis Tan

Learn more about the cast of Cobra Kai Season 6 Part 2's first episode.

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Stranger Things Season 5 Release Window Confirmation from Netflix Affirms New Episodes' Huge Scale

After a fresh release update, when will Stranger Things Season 5 finally premiere on Netflix?

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RDJ’s Doctor Doom Casting Could Be Marvel’s Biggest Mistake Yet

After losing their Kang the Conqueror, is Marvel Studios making another mistake with their Doctor Doom casting?

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Cobra Kai Season 6 Part 3 Release Date Gets Listed by Netflix (But Is It Real?)

The release date for Cobra Kai's final episodes on Netflix may have been revealed.

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Marvel Studios Should Cancel Blade And Have Mahershala Ali Lead This MCU Movie Instead

Marvel's Blade reboot might not be the best place for Mahershala Ali's proper MCU debut.

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Dafne Keen Teases X-23's Future After Deadpool & Wolverine

Could X-23 return to the MCU after her surprise role in Deadpool & Wolverine?

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Avengers 5 Doomsday Cast: Every MCU Character Confirmed & Likely to Appear

Which of the MCU's heroes and villains will return for Avengers: Doomsday? Let's look at how likely 80+ characters are to appear in Avengers 5!

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Cars 4 Prospects Get Exciting Update from Disney

Disney might be hinting at future sequels in Pixar's Cars movie franchise.

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Here's What Happened to Brennan on Gold Rush

Brennan Ruault is no longer featured on Gold Rush - but when and why did he leave the show?

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2025 Fantastic Four Movie Reveals Exciting New Footage at D23 Brazil

Here is what Marvel Studios just showed off from its new Fantastic Four reboot.

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Is Levi Schmitt Leaving Grey's Anatomy? 2024 Exit Scare Explained

Alarm bells are ringing at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital! A major Grey's Anatomy series regular might be on his way out.

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