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
The Batman 2 Movie Cast: Every Actor Now Confirmed to Appear
Which characters and actors are expected to return for Matt Reeves' The Batman 2?
2025 Fantastic Four Director Reveals If the Avengers Will Show Up
Fans shouldn't hold their breath for any crazy cameos in The Fantastic Four: First Steps.
Adolescence Creator Confirms What We All Suspected About the Ending
What did the ending behind Netflix's Adolescence really mean? The creator has told all.
Disney+ Announces New Star Wars Villains TV Series Releasing Next Month
Star Wars has announced another Disney+ show coming sooner than expected.
First Look at Marvel Studios' Vision TV Show Filming
Marvel Studios' Vision Quest series started filming for Disney+ in the U.K.
Did Marvel Studios Quietly Cancel This Phase 6 Iron Man Spinoff Movie?
Marvel Studios has been quiet about Don Cheadle's Phase 6 Iron Man spinoff movie, Armor Wars. Will it ever be released, or has it been canceled for good?
HBO Won't Release House of the Dragon Season 3 as Next Game of Thrones Show (Confirmed)
What comes next for HBO's world of Game of Thrones? House of the Dragon Season 3 isn't the only thing set to arrive.
Marvel Promises This Phase 5 Villain Is “Stronger Than All The Avengers Rolled Into One"
The MCU's next big movie villain might be one of its most powerful ever.
The Walking Dead Boss Says He's 'Desperate' to Make This 1 Spin-off Show (Exclusive)
Here is what's coming next in the future of The Walking Dead franchise.
Adolescence Netflix Plot Summary Explained - Spoilers for Full Show & Every Episode
Here's everything that happened in Netflix's latest big hit, Adolescence.
Black Panther 3 Movie Gets Exciting Release Window (Report)
More than two years after Wakanda Forever, when will Black Panther 3 finally be released?
Daredevil: Born Again Episode 5 Cast: Every Guest Star (Photos) - Ruibo Qian, Cillian O'Sullivan, & More Actors
Here is every actor who played in Daredevil: Born Again's bank heist extravaganza.
Marvel Studios Underwhelms Fans With New Logo for Phase 6 Crossover Movie
Avengers: Doomsday is moving ever closer, and the logo just got an update.
The Acolyte Season 2: New Data Suggests Disney Should Renew Star Wars’ High Republic Series
Lucasfilm may have canceled The Acolyte, but perhaps Season 2 may be in order after all.
Disney+'s Young Avengers Takes a Promising Step Closer to Happening (Report)
The MCU's Young Avengers might assemble in the not-too-distant future.
James Gunn Hilariously Reacts to Jason Momoa’s Attempt to Leak His Lobo Costume For Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow (Watch)
Jason Momoa almost leaked the first look at Lobo ahead of his 2026 DCU debut.
Sakamoto Days Episode 12 Release Window Confirmed by Netflix
When will Sakamoto Days return for Episode 12 on Netflix? Here's the latest updates.
James Gunn's DC Reboot Just Found Its 6th Lead Superhero Actor
After losing one major actor, DC Studios seems to have found its sixth superhero star.
The Twister: Caught in the Storm Cast - Meet the Real People In Netflix Documentary Movie (Photos)
Learn more about the real people featured in Netflix's latest disaster doc, The Twister: Caught in the Storm.
Netflix CEO Confirms the 6 Biggest Netflix Releases of 2025 (3 Movies & 3 TV Series)
Learn more about the biggest movies and shows that Netflix has in store for 2025.
Marvel Studios Releases Its First-Ever Punisher Poster
The Punisher is back and Marvel Studios is celebrating in style with a new poster.
The Rookie Season 7 Episode 10 Cast List Includes Guest Stars Zander Hawley, Kenzi Richardson & More
Learn more about The Rookie Season 7, Episode 10's guest stars, including THAT familiar face.
Marvel Studios Just Introduced the MCU's 15th New Vigilante
There's a new vigilante in town! Meet the latest new hero coming to the MCU in 2025.
The Boys Isn’t Ending With Season 5 - Here’s What's Releasing Next
No need to worry The Boys fans, the superhero craziness is just getting started.
Snow White 2025 Movie: Every Popcorn Bucket Unveiled by AMC, Regal & More
Moviegoers taking a bite from Snow White's apple will be able to pick up some popcorn-filled goodies.
Avengers Doomsday Production Name Reveals Loki & Deadpool’s Major Roles
Avengers: Doomsday's production name may reveal major clues to its Multiversal tale.
Every Marvel Disney+ Series Releasing After Daredevil: Born Again (Full MCU Schedule)
Learn more about all the MCU's upcoming Disney+ series coming in 2025 and beyond.
Star Wars: All 9 Upcoming Movies Now Set to Release
Here's what the future of Star Wars on the big screen looks like in 2026 and beyond.
Will Georgie and Mandy Get Divorced? Everything We Know from 'Big Bang Theory' Lore
Young Sheldon and The Big Bang Theory already spoiled Georgie and Mandy's future.
Shrek 5 Just Made 1 Weird Change to Shrek's Daughter
Shrek isn't the only one getting some some changes for next year's fifth movie.
Harry Potter HBO Series Cast: Every Confirmed & Rumored Actor (2025 Update)
Accio Harry Potter casting rumors! The castings have started flying in for the HBO reboot series.
Horror Movies 2025: 10 Exciting Scary Films Releasing This Year
From the end of The Conjuring to a murderous Mickey Mouse, find out what the horror genre will offer in 2025.
Upcoming Zendaya Movies & TV Series (Shrek 5, Euphoria & More)
Find out what the future holds for Zendaya after her last role in Challengers.
James Gunn's DC Reboot: All 7 Upcoming TV Shows Releasing In 2025 & Beyond
Learn more about every TV show confirmed and reported to be released in James Gunn's DCU.
Raising Kanan Season 4 Cast: All 17 Returning & New Actors (Photos)
Power Book III: Raising Kanan is back for Season 4! Learn more about the cast and characters.
Marvel Studios Boss Shares Perfect Response to Backlash of MCU TV Shows
How is Marvel Studios reacting to backlash to some of its Disney+ series?
Disney Pixar Movies Releasing In 2025 & Beyond
Learn more about the future of Disney's Pixar movies releasing in the many years to come.
Superman 2025 Movie Test Screening Rumors Reveal Early Reactions To DCU’s First Film
It's a bird, it's a plane, it's... the early first reactions to James Gunn's Superman.
Chris Pratt's Avengers Doomsday Screen Time Now At Risk Due To Terminal List Season 2
Will Star-Lord appear in Avengers: Doomsday? Chris Pratt may be too busy.
New James Bond Movie Release Years Away & Daniel Craig's Replacement 007 Updates (Report)
The next James Bond movie's release looks further away than ever after a recent update.