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.
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Zack Snyder's Justice League Gets Official Comic Covers Featuring Darkseid, Flash & More
DC Comics releases Snyder Cut variant covers for Justice League #59 ahead of Zack Snyder's Justice League on HBO Max.
Zack Snyder Clarifies Comments on Ben Affleck's Batman Romance With Catwoman
Director Zack Snyder of Zack Snyder's Justice League clarified his take on the relationship between Ben Affleck's Batman and Catwoman's Selina Kyle.
Star Wars: Gina Carano Learned of Firing Through Social Media
The Mandalorian actress Gina Carano says she learned she was fired from the Disney+ series through social media.
The Mandalorian: Boba Fett, Fennec Shand & More Pose Together In New Group Shot For Awards Nom
Jon Favreau issued a statement on The Mandalorian being nominated for Best Television Series (Drama) for the 78th Golden Globes and released a new photo of the cast from Season 2.
Star Wars Reveals How Young Yoda Trained His Padawan Students
In a preview from StarWars.com, readers get a peek at how a young Yoda trains Jedi padawans during a mission at the time of the High Republic.
Zack Snyder's Justice League: Plot Synopsis Teases Batman & Wonder Woman's Recruitment
Warner Bros. has released more information about the release of Zack Snyder's Justice League, including its synopsis.
The Mandalorian Director Reflects on George Lucas' 'Crazy' Season 2 Set Visit
The Mandalorian's second unit director Sam Hargrave shared what it was like when George Lucas visited the set.
Star Wars Reveals Ben Solo, Palpatine & More Funkos From The Rise of Skywalker
New Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Funko POPs featuring Rey, Kylo Ren, Emperor Palpatine, and Babu Frik have leaked online.
Star Wars Brings Back Han Solo Creature In Doctor Aphra Storyline
Upcoming Star Wars comic Doctor Aphra #7 from Marvel brings back a character from Solo: A Star Wars Story.
Marvel CCO Explains How The Mandalorian Has Impacted the MCU
In a MCU press conference for WandaVision on Disney+, Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige discussed The Mandalorian's influence on the new series.
Justice League Director Zack Snyder Reveals Two Versions of Movie Were Shot
Justice League director Zack Snyder shares he cut two versions of his Justice League film in 2016.
The Mandalorian's Official New Poster Shows Rosario Dawson's Ahsoka & More Season 2 Characters
Lucasfilm artist Mark Raats shares his artwork featuring Mando and Grogu for Season 2 of The Mandalorian on Disney+.
The Mandalorian Easter Egg: C-3PO Receives Clever Callback In Season 2 Finale
In The Mandalorian season finale, C-3PO received a callback to his silver leg while R2-D2 appeared with Luke Skywalker.
Star Wars Exec Reveals Prequel Trilogy Events Are Surprisingly Close To The High Republic Era
Lucasfilm reveals the Star Wars High Republic Era is set closer to the events of The Phantom Menace and the Prequels than originally thought.
Star Wars: The Bad Batch Producer Teases How Show Builds Off The Clone Wars
Star Wars Dave Filoni compares The Clone Wars series with The Bad Batch, which is coming to Disney+ in 2021.
Christopher Nolan Reacts To Warner Bros.' 'Messy' HBO Max Plan For Wonder Woman 1984, Other Films
Tenet director Christopher Nolan comments on Warner Bros. decision to release The Suicide Squad, Matrix 4, and Dune to theaters and HBO Max on the same day.
The Mandalorian Star Pedro Pascal Comments on Appearing In Rosario Dawson's Ahsoka Show & Others
Star Wars The Mandalorian's Pedro Pascal speculates his character may appear in the Ahsoka series for Disney+.
Star Wars: Attack of the Clones Weapon Featured in The Mandalorian's Latest Episode
In Season 2 of The Mandalorian, Boba Fett used the same weapon Jango Fett used in Star Wars: Attack of the Clones.
Wonder Woman 1984 Director Confirms Batman v. Superman Song Will Be In Gal Gadot Sequel
Wonder Woman 1984 director Patty Jenkins confirmed the opening scene song from Batman v Superman is in the film debuting in theaters and on HBO Max December 25.
The Mandalorian Accidentally Included a Helicopter in Latest Season 2 Episode
In "Chapter 14" of The Mandalorian Season 2, a helicopter was accidentally spotted in the background.
Spoiler Review - The Mandalorian: Season 2, Chapter 14: Tragedy Ahead?
Boba Fett and Fennec Shand return as Din Djarin delivers Baby Yoda to Typhon in the latest episode of The Mandalorian titled "The Tragedy."
Star Wars: Rogue One Trooper Connection To The Mandalorian Season 2 Revealed
A new digital card from Star Wars The Mandalorian characters set reveals a Tank Trooper from Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.
Star Wars: John Boyega Reveals Disney Contacted Him After His Criticism About the Sequel Trilogy
Star Wars actor John Boyega shares how Disney contacted him following his experience filming Star Wars.
The Mandalorian Season 2 Features Creatures From George Lucas' Special Edition of A New Hope
Star Wars creatures from George Lucas' Special Edition of A New Hope appeared in The Mandalorian starring Pedro Pascal.
Star Wars: Unusual Item From The Empire Strikes Back Sees Return in The Mandalorian Season 2
In the debut episode of Season 2 of The Mandalorian, an object from The Empire Strikes Back returned and played a significant role in the story.
Robert Pattinson's The Batman: Hundreds of Halloween-Costumed Characters Revealed In Set Video
On the set of The Batman starring Robert Pattinson, an extra dressed as Superman made an appearance in scene celebrating Halloween in Gotham.
The Batman: Leak Reveals Zoë Kravitz' Catwoman Suit Silhouette for 2021 Movie
Leaked Mountain Dew promotional campaign reveals Matt Reeve's The Batman's Catwoman played by Zoe Kravitz.
Wonder Woman 1984: Kristen Wiig Talks 'F-ing Hard' Training for Cheetah Role
Cheetah's Kristin Wiig opens up about training, stunts, and the costumes for Wonder Woman 1984.
The Batman's Robert Pattinson Admits He Enjoys the Pressure of Being the DC Hero
The Batman's Robert Pattinson shares his feelings on the pressure that comes with a big franchise, and director Matt Reeves offers a glimpse of what to expect from his take on the Batman character.
New Star Wars Image Shows Daisy Ridley & Mark Hamill In Key The Rise of Skywalker Scene
Film unit photographer Jonathon Olley shared a still of Rey and Luke Skywalker from The Rise of Skywalker on Instagram.
The Mandalorian Season 2's Giancarlo Esposito Teases Iconic Battle Between Moff Gideon & Din Djarin
The Mandalorian's Giancarlo Esposito reveals the battle between his character and Din Djarin.
Zachary Levi Reveals Shazam 2 Filming Plans: "The Kids Are Growing Fast"
Shazam!'s Zachary Levi confirms that Shazam! Fury of the Gods will begin shooting early 2021.
Star Wars: John Boyega Voices Frustration at Disney's Treatment of Finn In Sequel Trilogy
The Rise of Skywalker's John Boyega speaks out about his character, Finn, being sidelined while filming Star Wars.
The Suicide Squad: James Gunn Confirms 100% of Movie Is In IMAX
James Gunn reveals The Suicide Squad was shot entirely in IMAX.
The Suicide Squad: First Footage, Posters Feature Harley Quinn, Weasel & More
The Suicide Squad's behind the scenes video from DC FanDome.
Hasbro Reveals New Wave of Star Wars: The Black Series and The Vintage Collection Toys
Hasbro releases new Black Series and Vintage Collection Star Wars toys for Hasbro Pulse Fan First Friday.
Star Wars Galaxy's Edge: 10 of the Best Easter Eggs & Merchandise
A roundup of the top 10 best Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Easter Eggs and merchandise from Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort.
The Batman Spinoff To Be Prequel Show About Gotham Corruption
The Batman spinoff series from director Matt Reeves and HBO Max will be a prequel focusing on Gotham City's corruption.
Star Wars: The Clone Wars Season 7, Episode 5 Review - Gone With a Trace
Star Wars: The Clone Wars Gone With a Trace Review
Star Wars Watch Order: How to Watch the Movies & Shows in 6 New Ways
Introducing six different Star Wars viewing orders including an Alternate Take on the Machete Order, an Anakin Skywalker Cut, an Ahsoka Cut, and a Mandalorian Cut...