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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12 Marvel Rivals Leaked Characters Joining Roster After Release
Is Marvel Rivals missing your favorite character? Well, they might still be coming soon.
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.
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?
DC Announces New Harley Quinn TV Spin-off Show
Fear not, Harley Quinn fans! The Max animated universe is set to expand.
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.
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.
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.
Gladiator 2 Movie: Full Plot Summary & Spoilers
Learn all about the biggest spoilers and ending of Ridley Scott's Gladiator 2.
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?
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+.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
Moana 2 Reviews: Critics Share Strong First Reactions
The first people to watch Disney's Moana 2 are raving about the sequel.
WandaVision Creator Confirms Deleted 10th Episode & Why It Got Removed
WandaVision's creator cut a whole episode from the first season on Disney+.
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.
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.
'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?
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?
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?
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.
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.
Dafne Keen Teases X-23's Future After Deadpool & Wolverine
Could X-23 return to the MCU after her surprise role in Deadpool & Wolverine?
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!
Cars 4 Prospects Get Exciting Update from Disney
Disney might be hinting at future sequels in Pixar's Cars movie franchise.
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.
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.
Moana 2 Popcorn Buckets from Regal, AMC & Cinemark: Where to Buy Nacho Boat & Merch
Grab some popcorn! Moviegoers can enjoy their next round of snacks in some fun Moana-themed ways.
NPC Miles Morales Gets Surprised by Real Spider-Verse Actor on Kai Cenat’s Stream
Spider-Man pointing meme comes to life? The viral NPC Miles Morales just met Spider-Verse actor Shameik Moore.
Did Tom Hanks Leave the Country? New Rumors Explained
Here's the truth behind the rumors of Tom Hank leaving the United States.
Wicked Popcorn Buckets Buyers Guide (Regal, AMC & Cinemark)
Going to see Wicked in theaters? Learn about all the merch available at Regal, AMC, and Cinemark.
Smile 2 Movie Plot Summary & Spoilers Explained
Learn all about the plot, ending, and biggest spoilers in Smile 2.
Why Harper Isn't In the Wizards of Waverly Place Reboot
Will Jennifer Stone's Harper Finkle ever appear in Wizards Beyond Waverly Place?
Is Agatha Dead? Ghost Reveal Explained
What comes next for Kathryn Hahn's Agatha Harkness after her Disney+ series?
Smile 2: What Was Real Vs. Fake In the Movie
The events of Smile 2 span both reality and illusion - so what really happened?
Black Ops 6: Here's Why Woods Is In a Wheelchair
How did Frank Woods land in a wheelchair in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6's campaign?
Jeff Goldblum Gives Perfect Response to Negative Reviews of Independence Day: Resurgence
Independence Day: Resurgence remains as one of Jeff Goldblum's most maligned movies.
Disney+ Omits Deadpool & Wolverine's Streaming Release from November 2024 Schedule
Marvel Studios' Deadpool & Wolverine might not be coming to Disney+ anytime soon.