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

Stranger Things Star Caleb McLaughlin Wants to Play 1 DC Superhero

There's one superhero that Stranger Things' Caleb McLaughlin really wants to play.

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Kevin Feige Was Skeptical of 1 Major Disney+ Werewolf by Night Decision

The MCU boss wasn't sure about a major Werewolf by Night decision.

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First Footage From DC's Titans Season 4 Released Online

DC's Titans revealed the first look at Season 4 ahead of the trailer.

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Margot Robbie Reacts to Lady Gaga Becoming New Harley Quinn

Harley Quinn's Margot Robbie responded to Laga Gaga being cast in Joker as the same DC villain.

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She-Hulk’s Unexpected Daredevil Hallway Twist Explained by Producer

She-Hulk's Jessica Gao has addressed the latest episode's hallway fight scene and how it pays homage to Daredevil while still being the same fun show.

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Black Panther 2: New Evidence Points to Doctor Doom Appearance

The Fantastic Four's Doctor Doom might make his MCU debut in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

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Anthony Mackie Reveals Why Sam & Bucky's Next Reunion Is ‘Inevitable’

Anthony Mackie teased Sam Wilson's reunion with Sebastian Stan's Bucky Barnes.

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Kevin Feige 'Added Pressure' to Marvel Director Over Man-Thing's MCU Debut

The Werewolf by Night director felt the pressure of introducing several major Marvel characters to the MCU.

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First Look at Daniel Craig's Deleted Doctor Strange 2 Hero (Photo)

Concept art was released of Daniel Craig's Balder the Brave, who was cut from Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.

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First Look at Female Black Panther In Wakanda Forever's New Trailer

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever debuted its second trailer alongside a new poster.

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Will Deadpool 3 Have a Massive Budget? Ryan Reynolds Responds

Deadpool's Ryan Reynolds addressed the budget of the third installment.

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Scarlett Johansson's Black Widow Fought Captain America 4's The Leader Off-Screen

The MCU has a secret story of what happened to Captain America: New World Order's The Leader after The Incredible Hulk.

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Disney Announces Historic Black Panther 2 Collab With Target

Target will hold a special celebration of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

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Marvel's 2023 Movie Slate Now Likely to Suffer Key Delays

Marvel Studios' days of delays may not be over just yet.

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Why LEGO Deceived Fans With Spider-Man: No Way Home Set

A LEGO explained a Spider-Man: No Way Home set that wasn't featured in the movie.

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Star Wars Boss Reportedly Prevented Marvel's Harrison Ford Announcement at D23

Lucasfilm's Kathleen Kennedy reportedly prevented Marvel Studios announcing Harrison Ford's Thunderbolts role at D23.

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Why Kevin Feige's Personality Surprised Captain Marvel 2's Director

The Marvels director Nia DaCosta was surprised by Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige.

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Ant-Man 3 Producer Hints at Trailer Release Window

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania's producer has addressed the first trailer's release date.

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Marvel Studios Considered Star Trek's New Spock for MCU Captain America

Star Trek's Ethan Peck was once in-line to become the MCU's Captain America.

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She-Hulk Episode 7's Creepy Twist Ending Explained

She-Hulk's latest episode ended with a creepy twist that sets the stage for an intriguing MCU future.

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Deadpool 3: Hugh Jackman Addresses X-Men Canon Problems Over Wolverine Return

Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman addressed how Wolverine will return in Deadpool 3.

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New Data Reveals She-Hulk Viewership Vs. House of the Dragon & Other Competitors

She-Hulk: Attorney at Law and House of the Dragon may have more comparable viewership than thought.

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Marvel Fans Divided Over Official AAA Games Multiverse Update

Is Marvel planning a connected universe for gaming? A new update may have revealed the answer.

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The Boys Pokes Fun at Spider-Man: No Way Home Extended Cut

The Boys' Twitter account poked fun at Marvel and DC re-releases.

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Black Panther 2's Main Villain Gets the Spotlight on New Covers

A new magazine covered featured the cast of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

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Daredevil In She-Hulk: New Rumor Reveals Which Episode He’ll Appear In

An insider may have revealed which She-Hulk episode Daredevil will appear in.

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Daredevil Showrunner Compares Robert Downey Jr.'s Iron Man To Vincent D'Onofrio's Kingpin

Daredevil showrunner Steven De'Knight has described recasting Vincent D'Onofrio's portrayal of the Kingpin as “impossible," comparing him to Robert Downey Jr's Iron Man.

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Hawkeye: 7 Sequels & Spin-offs That Could Be Teased In the Disney+ Series

Marvel Studios appears to be setting the stage for multiple sequels and spin-offs to span out of the Hawkeye Disney+ series. The Direct breaks down seven possible connections the project could have.

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James Gunn Teases New Aliens & Planets For Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

James Gunn teased the production progress on Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, stating that designers are hard at work on creating alien beings and other-worldly planets for the film.

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Scarlett Johansson Comments on Marvel Future After Black Widow Movie

Black Widow star Scarlett Johansson has addressed her MCU future after the solo film, suggesting this is the end of her time in front of the camera.

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Black Widow Director Teases Sequel Chances Without Scarlett Johansson

Black Widow director Cate Shortland revealed that a sequel to the solo film may be possible, however, it would be unlikely to feature Scarlett Johansson's Natasha Romanoff.

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Zack Snyder's Justice League: Joker Scene Will Explain Batman v. Superman Tease

Vanity Fair shared an exclusive look at Jared Leto's new Joker look for the Snyder Cut, alongside which Zack Snyder has offered new details regarding the villain and his relationship to Batman.

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The Flash Movie: New Set Photos Tease Gotham Setting

Recent set photos have revealed Glasgow's George Square has been transformed into Gotham City as The Flash prepares to start filming in Scotland.

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The Mandalorian Cast Thought Mark Hamill's Luke Skywalker Cameo Was Certain Clone Wars-Era Jedi

The Mandalorian actress Katee Sackhoff has revealed the cast was told the season two finale's surprise Luke Skywalker was a certain Clone Wars-era Jedi.

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Obi-Wan Kenobi Series Reportedly Impacting The Mandalorian Season 3 Production

A recent report indicated that the ongoing production of Ewan McGregor's Obi-Wan Kenobi series may be causing delays to the filming of The Mandalorian Season 3.

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WandaVision: All 9 Episodes Ranked From Worst To Best

WandaVision concluded with a climactic finale episode after a nine-episode run full of ups and downs. This is The Direct's ranking of the nine episodes of WandaVision.

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Why Cameos Are Hurting Marvel, DC & Star Wars

Fans' recent obsession with surprise cameos is hurting Marvel, DC, and Star Wars.

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Hugh Jackman Shares Cryptic Photos of Wolverine & Marvel's Kevin Feige on Social Media

Former Wolverine actor Hugh Jackman has shared cryptic images of the mutant's claws as well as himself alongside Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige, but what could it mean?

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Hugh Jackman Addresses Wolverine's Possible Return Amidst MCU's Multiverse Buildup

Wolverine actor Hugh Jackman shut down speculation he will reprise his mutant role in the MCU as he confirmed his time in the role is over.

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Anthony Mackie Reveals New Image of His Captain America Suit on Falcon and Winter Soldier Set

Sam Wilson actor Anthony Mackie has shared a look at his new Captain America suit behind the scenes of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

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