Savannah Sanders joined The Direct as a writer in 2020. In addition to writing for The Direct's Star Wars, Marvel, and DC teams, Savannah specializes in the relationship between Disney's blockbuster franchises and the Disney Parks.
Prior to joining The Direct, Savannah was a high school history, government, and English teacher, as well as a freelance writer with bylines for the Touring Plans Blog and Screen Rant. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Southern Illinois University.
You can follow Savannah on Twitter (@DisneyParkSavvy) to keep up with her thoughts and reviews.
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Marvel Studios Is Saying Goodbye to Chris Hemsworth's Thor (Report)
A new rumor suggests Phase 6 of the MCU may be Chris Hemsworth's last as Thor, the God of Thunder.
Star Wars Tried But Failed to Cast 5 Major Actors In New 2027 Movie
Five Hollywood actors passed on Lucasfilm's offer to appear alongside Ryan Gosling in Star Wars: Starfighter.
2025 Black Panther Disney+ Show Will Premiere Way Earlier Than Expected
Marvel Animation will unveil its Eyes of Wakanda series for Disney+ in advance of its scheduled release date.
Avengers: Doomsday Confirmed to Include 7 of Marvel's Strongest Characters
The Avengers: Doomsday cast is shaping up to be the MCU's biggest on-screen power struggle yet.
Marvel Studios Announces 5 Female Superheroes Returning In Phase 6
This line-up of Marvel heroines is already confirmed for more big-screen storytelling in Phase 6.
Meet Josh King: 5 Things to Know About American Idol 2025 Singer
From his mentor to why it took so long for him to audition, here's what to know about American Idol 2025's Josh King.
Here's When Avengers Doomsday's First Trailer Is Now Expected to Release
When will Marvel Studios release the first trailer for Avengers: Doomsday?
The Chosen Season 6's Release Window Is Now Confirmed — And It's Going To Be a While
Season 6 of The Chosen may be released later than fans are expecting.
Kevin Feige Just Declared Which Marvel Villain Is the Most Iconic
Kevin Feige has thoughts on which Marvel supervillain is the brand's biggest icon.
Star Wars Celebration 2025 Reveals 5 Exclusive Masterpiece Hot Toys Figures
Hot Toys revealed its new line-up of exclusive figures for Star Wars Celebration 2025.
Disney Reveals First-Ever MCU Young Avengers Heroes' Crossover Details
Disney has shared the backstory behind the MCU's first Young Avengers crossover.
Stranger Things 5 Cast Then and Now: How the Characters and Actors Have Aged Since Season 1
Here is how much older the Stranger Things cast (and their characters) are in Season 5 than they were in Season 1.
Meet Jamal Roberts: 5 Things to Know About American Idol 2025 Singer
From his job in education to his favorite judge, here's what you need to know about American Idol's Jamal Roberts.
2 Major Avengers Doomsday Cast Members Aren't Allowed to Read the Script
Which Avengers: Doomsday stars aren't allowed to read the script for the 2026 film?
First Avengers Doomsday Set Photo Teases Massive Outdoor Battle Scene
A new set photo suggests a major battle awaits the cast of Avengers: Doomsday.
Here's When Snow White 2025's Disney+ Streaming Release Is Now Expected
When will audiences be able to stream Rachel Zegler's Snow White at home?
Ultron's MCU Return Gets Officially Confirmed for This 2026 Project
More news about James Spader's return as Ultron for a certain MCU Disney+ series has been revealed.
Star Wars: The Clone Wars Season 8's Scrapped Story Plans (Exclusive)
What did Dave Filoni have planned for the canceled Season 8 of Star Wars: The Clone Wars?
Captain America: Brave New World Writer Responds to Critics: 'I Think You Guys Got It Wrong' (Exclusive)
The writer for Captain America 4 shared his reaction to critics' reviews of Brave New World.
Tom Holland’s Avengers: Doomsday Hopes Get Shut Down By New Report
Tom Holland's Spider-Man may skip Robert Downey Jr.'s MCU return in Avengers: Doomsday in 2026.
Meet Camila Rodriguez: 5 Things to Know About Daredevil's Angela Ayala Actress
The actress behind Daredevil: Born Again's Angela Ayala launched her acting career at fan conventions.
Summer 2025 Movies: Marvel & DC Dominate Top 10 Most Anticipated Films List
Which three Marvel and DC movies made the cut for Summer 2025's most anticipated blockbusters?
New Andor Season 2 Trailer Welcomes You to the Rebellion - Death Star, Krennic, Mon Mothma & More
Lucasfilm's new trailer for Andor Season 2 teases a high-stakes ride for Cassian and the members of the Rebellion.
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Sunrise on the Reaping shed new light on the Hunger Games mystery of Lucy Gray's fate and her connection to Katniss Everdeen.
Charlie Cox Reflects on 'Nightmare' Spider-Man: No Way Home Experience
While fans loved Charlie Cox's cameo in Spider-Man: No Way Home, the experience was challenging for the Daredevil star.
Marvel Studios FINALLY Reveals That Secret 'Thunderbolts' Character (Photo)
After months of marketing, Marvel Studios finally unveiled its hidden Thunderbolts* character.
Ahsoka Season 2's Natalie Portman Appearance Rumors - Here's What We Know
Should Star Wars fans expect Natalie Portman's return in Ahsoka Season 2?
Moana 2: Here's Why Maui Loses His Tattoos
What was Maui missing his signature tattoos at the end of Disney's Moana 2?
Here's Why Moana Now Has Tattoos In 'Moana 2'
Fans have questions about Moana's new look at the end of Moana 2 and what it means for her future.
Here's Why Yellowstone Season 6 Is Now Indefinitely on Hold
For fans confused about the future of Yellowstone, here's everything to know about Season 6.
The Chosen Season 5 Gets Special Binge Release Announcement
Fans of The Chosen will have the option to binge-watch Season 5 on the big screen.
Universal Epic Universe Orlando Reveals Its 8 Biggest Rides
Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe park shows off its groundbreaking new rides in a new slew of trailers.
LEGO's 2025 MCU Crossover Set Is a Big Disappointment
Here's why MCU fans found LEGO's new Avengers: Endgame Final Battle set underwhelming.
Live-Action Hercules Movie Cast: All 5 Actors Rumored for Disney Remake
Here's every actor rumored to go from zero to hero in Disney's live-action remake of Hercules.
Disney Princess Speaks Out After Surprise Disney+ Series Cancellation
The Princess and the Frog star shared her thoughts about Disney canceling Tiana for Disney+.
The Chosen Season 5's Dreadful Main Villains Just Got Revealed
Find out which Biblical baddies are taking center stage in Season 5 of The Chosen.
Daisy Ridley Addresses Kathleen Kennedy's Involvement In Next Star Wars Movie Amid 'Not True' Reports About Exit (Exclusive)
Daisy Ridley sets the record straight on Kathleen Kennedy's Lucasfilm future.
Hawkeye Season 2's Main Villain Reportedly Revealed - And He's the Perfect Choice
Rumors suggest Season 2 of Hawkeye may be a family affair that neither Clint Barton nor Kate Bishop wanted.