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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Star Wars: From Ahsoka To Ventress, 10 Bold Predictions For Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ Cast
Lucasfilm has recently revealed ten new casting additions to Obi-Wan Kenobi, from Ahsoka Tano to Asajj Ventress, here are some of our bold predictions for the cast.
Star Wars: Ewan McGregor Teases 'Monster' Lightsaber Battle Training For Obi-Wan Kenobi Show
Obi-Wan Kenobi star Ewan McGregor teased the “monster” Lightsaber training sessions currently underway for the Disney+ series.
Darth Vader Actor Reveals How Much Weight He Gained for Obi-Wan Kenobi
Hayden Christensen revealed how much weight he gained to play Darth Vader in Obi-Wan Kenobi.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Theory Connects Multiverse Villains to Doctor Strange Location
Why are Spider-Man: No Way Home's villains in Doctor Strange's basement?
Captain Marvel 2 Casting Two New Characters, Including Clive Owen-Type Role
The Illuminerdi has exclusively revealed several roles are currently being cast for next years' Captain Marvel sequel, which will be aiming to shoot later this year.
WandaVision Star Addresses Monica's True Feelings About Scarlet Witch During Goodbye
Monica Rambeau actress Teyonah Parris has discussed her character's relationship with Wanda in the series, explaining Monica's views on the Scarlet Witch by the end of the finale.
MCU: Leaked Concept Art For Doctor Strange 2, Ms. Marvel & Hawkeye Revealed
A post shared on Reddit has revealed a look at reference images for upcoming merchandise that will be produced for several of the MCU's Phase Four projects.
Captain Marvel 2 Begins Filming Next Week Under Chaotic Working Title
Captain Marvel 2 is currently preparing to film aerial shots in New Jersey next week, under the working title of "Goat Rodeo."
Disney+'s Moon Knight Reportedly NOT Attached to the Current MCU
Moon Knight's executive producer revealed the Disney+ series will not be attached to the current MCU.
Marvel Leak Reveals Ultron & Thanos Designs For Disney+'s What If...? Show
A concept art leak from the What If...? animated series has revealed major plot details of several episodes, including new takes on Thanos, Ultron, and Iron Man.
Disney Confirms Spider-Man: Far From Home Connection In Marvel Studios' What If...?
Disney officially confirmed in a recent magazine snippet that the upcoming What If...? animated series will explore material from Tom Holland's Spider-Man films.
WandaVision: Different Versions of SWORD Headquarters Revealed In Concept Art
WandaVision concept artist Matt Tkocz has revealed new looks at the design process of the series' debut of the SWORD headquarters.
Samuel L. Jackson Celebrates Start of Filming on Marvel's Secret Invasion Disney+ Show
Nick Fury actor Samuel L. Jackson confirmed the Secret Invasion Disney+ series has begun filming with a recent Instagram post.
Marvel's Secret Invasion: Killian Scott to Play X-Men-Connected Skrull In Disney+ Series (Exclusive)
The Direct can exclusively reveal details of Killian Scott's Secret Invasion Skrull character and his X-Men connections.
Marvel Boss Confirms Second Seasons For Certain Disney+ Shows
Kevin Feige has confirmed that some upcoming Marvel Studios Disney+ series will see second seasons. However, the producer offered no specific comment on exactly which ones.
Ms. Marvel Director Thanks MCU Head Kevin Feige While Sharing Production Update
Ms. Marvel director Adil El Arbi has shared his thanks to Kevin Feige for the opportunity to work on the Disney+ series as he concludes his part of the filming in Atlanta.
5 Major Ways The Suicide Squad Sets Up John Cena's DC Spin-Off Peacemaker
After his glorious debut in The Suicide Squad, John Cena's Peacemaker will return next year in his own series on HBO Max. But how did the douchey villain's debut set up his DC spin-off?
Doctor Strange 2: Kevin Feige Shares Production Update For Benedict Cumberbatch Sequel
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has confirmed the upcoming Doctor Strange sequel is currently in its final week of filming in London.
3 MCU Actors Rumored to Appear In Thunderbolts Movie
A recent rumor may have revealed several characters returning for MCU's upcoming Thunderbolts movie.
Marvel's Loki: Promo Images of Owen Wilson's Mobius & Cartoon Mascot Released
Listings on Zazzle for an assortment of Loki merchandise have revealed new promotional art from the upcoming Disney+ series including new looks at the main characters.
Tom Hiddleston's Loki Show Includes 'Amazing' Things In Every Episode, Promises VFX Director
In a recent interview, Loki VFX Supervisor Brad Parker has promised the upcoming Marvel series will 'defy expectations' while describing the 'crazy journey' the production has been.
Loki: Disney+ Confirms Season 2 Renewal For Tom Hiddleston Series
Following a blockbuster finale, Loki has officially been renewed for season 2 on Disney+.
Batgirl's Expected HBO Max Release Window Revealed
Recent evidence pointed to a December 2022 release window for Leslie Grace's HBO Max original movie, Batgirl.
WandaVision Radio Teases Westview Kids Won't Return
A hidden message playing from a radio in the latest episode of WandaVision seems to hold a sinister message regarding the fate of Westview's children.
The MCU Just Officially Canonized 7 Marvel Comics
She-Hulk referenced several Marvel Comics issues in its latest episode.
DC's Peacemaker Director Reveals Which Episodes Have Post-Credits Scenes
Peacemaker director James Gunn revealed which episodes feature a post-credits scene.
James Gunn Gives Encouraging Update on His Upcoming DC Shows
Director James Gunn offered a promising update on his upcoming DC projects.
Tom Hardy's Venom 2 Delayed Once Again (Slightly)
Sony has once again delayed Tom Hardy's upcoming Venom sequel, but only slightly this time...
Kraven Rumored To Face Off Against Chameleon In Spider-Man Spin-off Movie
A recent rumor has suggested Aaron Taylor-Johnson's Kraven the Hunter will face off against Spider-Man villain Chameleon in his upcoming 2023 solo film.
Every Marvel Movie, TV Show, and Game Releasing In 2022
Going into 2022, Marvel has an expansive line-up for the year including movies, TV shows, and games.
Spider-Man 3: Tom Holland Comments on Emotional & Exciting MCU Script
Tom Holland has gone into detail with Collider on the script process for the upcoming Spider-Man sequel as he promises that it is emotional and exciting.
She-Hulk Actress Responds to Costume Backlash
She-Hulk's Titania actress responded to the backlash to her Disney+ villain costume.
Is Loki Hinting at Blade the Vampire Slayer With Episode 4 Reference?
The latest episode of Loki dropped a subtle reference to Blade, indicating Marvel Studios is beginning to plant seeds for Mahershala Ali's vampire hunter to debut in the MCU.
Marvel's Blade Movie Reboot Receives 'Perfect' Working Title
Mahershala Ali's Blade has reportedly had its working title revealed alongside filming details.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: New Trailer Reveals Sebastian Stan & Anthony Mackie Action
During the first quarter of the Super Bowl, Marvel fans were treated to a new look at the upcoming The Falcon and the Winter Soldier series, set to debut next month.
Book of Boba Fett Reactions: Star Wars Critics React to Premiere
Critics shared their first reactions to the series premiere of Star Wars' latest Disney+ venture, The Book of Boba Fett.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: Official Poster Reveals New Looks at Baron Zemo & U.S. Agent
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier has updated its official Twitter banner, revealing new looks at the entire cast including Baron Zemo, U.S Agent, and Sharon Carter.
Morbius Delay: Sony Explains Why Movie Was Delayed Again
Morbius' delay was partly caused by the ongoing box office success of Spider-Man: No Way Home.
The Suicide Squad: New Posters Show Off Margot Robbie, Idris Elba & More of Villain Cast
New posters for James Gunn's The Suicide Squad have been released alongside the film's debut trailer.
The Suicide Squad: New Cover Shows Margot Robbie, John Cena & Many More DC Cast Members Together
Den of Geek has revealed the cover for their upcoming issue that will highlight James Gunn's The Suicide Squad, providing a new look at the entire team.