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
Stranger Things Isn't Actually Ending With Season 5 - Here's What's Releasing Next
The next entry in the Stranger Things universe won't actually be the end.
The Gorge 2 Sequel Gets Promising Update from Writer
Was The Gorge a one-and-done? Or will Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy be back for more?
Marvel Rivals Deadpool Character Receives Promising Update
Deadpool might be one step closer to coming to Marvel Rivals after a new update.
DC Studios Reveals First Look at 2 New Justice League Heroes In James Gunn's DCU
Catch the first look at two of the DCU's newest Justice League superheroes.
Sweet Magnolias Season 5 Finally Gets Some Exciting News
When could Sweet Magnolias Season 5 be released on Netflix? A recent update may have offered some clarity.
Venom's Future at Sony Is Now In Jeopardy - Here's Why
Is Tom Hardy's Venom actually dead after the dramatic ending of Venom: The Last Dance?
Marvel Studios Confirms 6 MCU Disney+ Projects Releasing In 2026
Find out everything Marvel Studios has confirmed to release on Disney+ next year.
Marvel Rivals Leak Reveals 4 Upcoming Characters Are Well Into Development
Four new playable Marvel Rivals heroes are taking steps closer to release.
Wicked Part 2 Confirmed News, Plot Reveals & Everything We Know
Now that the curtain has fallen on Wicked's first act, here is what we know about the Part 2 movie.
Marvel’s Thunderbolts Reveals Best Look Yet At Movie’s Villain, Sentry
Fans are one step closer to a full look at Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts* villain Sentry.
Suits LA's Big Eddie Twist Explained
Wait... What just happened in Suits LA? Learn more about the premiere's shocking Eddie twist.
James Gunn Reveals DCU's Plan To Answer Avengers: Endgame
Move aside Avengers: Endgame! The DCU is coming to town with its own big blockbuster.
DC Studios Greenlights 3 New Animated TV Series
DC Studios just quietly announced three new animated series are coming to Max.
1923: What Happened to Pete In Season 2? Actor Recast Explained
Learn more about why Pete Plenty Clouds was recast ahead of 1923 Season 2.
Spider-Man 3 PS5 Star Confirms What We All Suspected About the New Game's Story
A Spider-Man PS5 star teased what comes next for his character in the third game.
Lioness Season 3 Gets Official Update Amid Release Frustrations
When will Lioness Season 3 be released? A recent update should calm fears of a long wait.
Clean Slate Season 2 Gets Hopeful Update from Show Creator
Will Clean Slate return for Season 2 on Amazon Prime Video? Its chances just got more promising.
Doctor Who 2025's Release Date Just Got Accidentally Announced by the BBC
When is Doctor Who coming back for new episodes on Disney+ in 2025?
Here's Why Reacher Season 3 Is Now Only 3 Episodes Long
Find out the release schedule for Reacher Season 3 on Amazon Prime Video.
Every Marvel Movie Releasing After Captain America Brave New World (Full MCU Schedule)
Learn more about Marvel Studios' next five confirmed and seven untitled Marvel movies after Captain America: Brave New World.
Kitchen Nightmares: The Verdict New Orleans Restaurant's 2025 Fate Revealed
Could Gordon Ramsay save New Orleans' The Verdict, or was a Kitchen Nightmares appearance still not enough?
Hogwarts Legacy DLC 2025: News, Leaks & Everything We Know
What does the future hold for Harry Potter's Hogwarts Legacy franchise?
Marvel Studios Almost Brought Back Jessica Jones In This 2025 Show
When will Jessica Jones actually return to the MCU after her Netflix show?
Kevin Feige Confirms the Avengers' Unfortunate Status In 2025
The Avengers are in a rocky place in Captain America: Brave New World.
Here's Why Marvel Replaced John Krasinski as Reed Richards
Find out why Marvel is changing Reed Richards actors again for 2025's The Fantastic Four: First Steps.
Black Panther 3 Gets Promising Release Update (Official)
Here is when Black Panther 3 could finally be released from Marvel Studios.
Marvel Rivals: How To Get Free Invisible Woman Skin Before It Goes Away
Here is how to unlock Marvel Rivals' free Invisible Woman "Blood Shield" skin.
Captain America: Brave New World Post-Credits Scene Count Revealed
Is it worth sticking around after the credits for Captain America: Brave New World?
Astrid's Live-Action 'How to Train Your Dragon' Controversy Explained
Here's why the live-action How to Train Your Dragon movie is getting backlash.
A Complete Unknown Movie's Streaming Release Date Finally Gets Revealed
When will A Complete Unknown start streaming online? A release date has been revealed.
Call of Duty 2025: Confirmation, Developer & Everything We Know
Learn more about the next Call of Duty game releasing in 2025 and who might be developing it.
Captain America: Brave New World: Every Villain Confirmed to Appear
Captain America: Brave New World will feature at least four Marvel villains (and cut another big one).
James Gunn's DC Reboot: All 9 Upcoming Movies Confirmed for 2025 & Beyond
Learn more about every movie confirmed and reported to be released in James Gunn's DCU.
Is Jurassic World Rebirth Rated R? Here's What We Know
Learn more about Jurassic World: Rebirth's rumored R-rating (is it true?).
All 9 MCU Movies & Shows Releasing In 2025, Ranked by Excitement Level
Which of Marvel Studios' nine movies and shows are you most excited to see in 2025?
New Suits LA Trailer Confirms Harvey Specter's Return (Photo)
Legal legend Harvey Specter is coming back to screens for NBC's Suits LA.
GTA 6 Fans Expect A Release Or Delay Announcement This Week, Here's Why
Fans are still clamoring for a GTA 6 update, and their pleas may soon be heard.
Invincible Season 3 Reveals Official Release Schedule (Exact Times & Dates)
Here's when new episodes of Invincible Season 3 will start streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
2025 Fantastic Four Movie: Every Villain Confirmed to Appear
Who is the main villain of Marvel Studios' The Fantastic Four: First Steps?
Gold Rush: Here's What Happened to Parker's Dog, Dozer
Parker has a new dog in Gold Rush's latest episode, but what happened to Dozer?