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 Stories

Shang-Chi's Post-Credits Scene Almost Looked Very Different (Photos)

Marvel Studios went through several very different designs for Shang-Chi's post-credits scene.

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Marvel Exec Says Robert Downey Jr. 'No Longer on the Table' Amid Return Speculation

A Marvel Studios executive has called Robert Downey Jr.'s Iron Man "no longer on the table."

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Why Marvel’s Phase 5 Delays Are a Good Thing

Marvel Studios is making some Phase 5 delays, and that might be for the best.

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Star Wars: Every Upcoming Movie Now In Development at Disney

Lucasfilm currently has 5 Star Wars movie in development after over three years since the franchise's last movie.

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The Last of Us 3 Gets Sly Update from Neil Druckmann

The Last of Us creator Neil Druckmann has given an update on a potential Part 3.

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Marvel Star Teases Jump to DC With James Gunn

An MCU star may be teasing a role at James Gunn's DC Studios.

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James Gunn Announces First DCU Project Now In Production

DC Studios' first HBO Max project is already in production.

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YouTube Releases New Marvel Disney+ Episodes for Free

Three of Marvel Studios' newest Disney+ episodes have just been released on YouTube.

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Star Wars’ Next Movie Gets Announcement Update

According to a new report, the future of Star Wars on the big screen will be revealed soon.

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Daredevil's Next MCU Crossover Just Got Teased by Marvel

A new announcement teased Daredevil's next MCU appearance.

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Marvel's What If Season 2 Release Has Been Delayed to 2023

What If...? Season 2 has been delayed from late 2022 to early 2023.

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Resident Evil Franchise Reveals Re:Verse, a New Multiplayer Shooter

During their Resident Evil showcase event, the Capcom team have revealed a slew of major details regarding their upcoming projects in the universe.

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Did Phil Spencer Suggest That Elder Scrolls 6 and Starfield Will Be Xbox Exclusives?

Xbox head Phil Spencer suggested future Bethesda titles may be exclusive to Xbox following the acquisition as the company is committed to releasing on platforms "where Game Pass exists."

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The Flash Movie: New Official Merch Teases Batman & Supergirl's Roles

New merch for The Flash teased the roles of Michael Keaton's Batman and Sasha Calle's Supergirl.

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MCU Actor Responds to Harry Styles' Marvel Spin-off Rumors

Patton Oswalt addressed rumors of an Eternals spin-off starring Harry Styles' Eros.

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Marvel's Eternals Director Rumored to Helm Kevin Feige's Star Wars Movie

Eternals director Chloe Zhao may direct Kevin Feige's Star Wars project according to recent rumors.

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France Government Slams Black Panther 2 Scene: 'False and Deceptive'

A military official called out Marvel Studios for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever's "false" representation of France's army.

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First Look at Supergirl's Live-Action DCEU Debut Released (Photos)

The Flash's first trailer revealed the first full look at Sasha Calle's Supergirl.

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Rihanna's Black Panther 2 Song May Set Historic Viewership for Oscar Nom at Super Bowl

Rihanna's "Lift Me Up" song from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever may make Oscar history at this year's Super Bowl.

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MCU Fans Need to Watch 1 Movie Before Secret Invasion, Reveals Insider

One MCU movie may be essential viewing ahead of Disney+'s Secret Invasion.

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The Mandalorian Season 3 Teases Boba Fett’s Return With New Poster

Star Wars might be teasing Boba Fett's comeback in The Mandalorian Season 3.

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Disney+ Removes Marvel Studios Episode Following Spoilers Complaints

Disney+ was forced to remove a Marvel Studios episode after spoiling The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special.

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Amber Heard Denies Aquaman 2 Recast Rumors

Amid recent reports of Mera being recast in Aquaman 2, Amber Heard responds to these recast rumors.

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Creed 3 Reviews: Critics Share Strong Reactions to Sequel

The first reactions to Michael B. Jordan and Jonathan Majors' Creed III are overwhelmingly positive.

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Indiana Jones 5’s Record-Breaking Budget Revealed

Disney confirmed the budget for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.

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Tom Holland's Next Movie May Be Directed by This Oscar Winner

Spider-Man's Tom Holland might be partnering up with an acclaimed director for his next movie.

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New Photos Spark Mila Kunis-Fantastic Four Casting Speculation

New photos may have indicated a new contender for Fantastic Four's Sue Storm actress.

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Toy Story 5 Officially Announced by Disney

Disney officially confirmed Toy Story 5 is in the works.

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Marvel Studios May Change Phase 6's Avengers Sequel Plan (Rumor)

Marvel Studios may be changing its plan for the conclusion of the Multiverse Saga.

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Emma Roberts Reveals First Details About Her Spider-Man Spin-Off Character

Emma Roberts has teased her Marvel character in Spider-Man spin-off Madame Web.

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Avatar 2 FINALLY Loses Top Box Office Spot After Extraordinary Streak

After weeks and months of success, Avatar: The Way of Water has been dethroned at the box office.

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The CW Batman Spin-off Show’s Main Villain Revealed In Advance (Report)

The CW's Gotham Knights has revealed its main villain ahead of the premiere.

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New Ant-Man 3 Trailer Reuses Doctor Strange 2 Promo Slogan

Ant-Man 3 is taking a queue form Doctor Strange 2's marketing.

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James Gunn Reportedly Upsets Warner Bros. Execs With Recent DC Comments

James Gunn and Peter Safran may have already ruffled some feathers at DC and Warner Bros.

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Sony’s Upcoming Spider-Man TV Shows Get Exciting Update From Exec

Sony's Spider-Man Universe will be expanding to TV in a big way.

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Marvel Just Teased Disney+’s Okoye Show With New Interview

Okoye actress Danai Gurira just teased her Black Panther Disney+ spin-off.

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James Gunn Just Confirmed 5 DC Comics That Will Inspire New Movie Universe

DC Studios has revealed five of the comics that will inspire the new DCU.

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Marvel Studios Announces Historic Real-Life Book Set in the MCU

Marvel Studios announced a new tie-in book based on Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania.

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James Gunn Just Polled Fans on Controversial Superman Costume Decision

The DC Studios CEO asked fans to weigh in on a controversial Superman costume decision.

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New DC Superhero Movie Slate Announcement Date Reportedly Revealed

Fans may now know when the first announcement from James Gunn's DC Studios slate will come.

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