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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Savannah Sanders's Latest The Direct Articles
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Here are five facts about Big Brother Season 26 contestant Joseph Rodriguez.
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Sauron may be the villain in both the Rings of Power and the Lord of the Rings, but he didn't start out that way.
Here's When The Chosen Season 5 Release Announcement Is Now Expected
Here's when fans of The Chosen are likely to learn Season 5's release date.
Rings of Power Season 2 Episode 4 Release Date & Time Confirmed
Fans now know when Episode 4 of The Rings of Power Season 2 drops on Amazon Prime Video.
Disney Announces Return of Inside Out 2 Emotions for New 2025 TV Series
Here's every Pixar emotion confirmed to return to the upcoming Inside Out Disney+ series, Dream Productions.
Is Rudy Pankow Leaving Outer Banks? New Rumors Explained
Is JJ Maybank star Rudy Pankow leaving Netflix's Outer Banks? Here's everything to know about the ongoing rumors.
Disney Reveals Its First-Ever Mega-Cruise (Photos)
Disney Cruise Line unveiled a preview of their first mega cruise ship, the Disney Adventure.
Moana 2's Main Villain Officially Revealed (Photo)
Disney fans just caught their first glimpse at Moana 2's new villain, Matangi.
Meet T'kor from Big Brother: 5 Things To Know About T'kor Clottey
Here are five things to know about Big Brother: Season 26's T'kor Clottey.
Here's Why Disney World Is So Expensive Now
It's no secret that a Walt Disney World vacation is expensive, but why do costs continue to go up?
Is Pirates of the Caribbean: Return of Davy Jones Movie Real or Fake? New Speculation Explained
A new Pirates of the Caribbean trailer featuring Davy Jones has fans questioning if this film is truly on the way.
Despicable Me 5 Release Chances Get New Update from Director
Despicable Me 4's director discussed continuing the franchise with Despicable Me 5.
Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War Netflix Cast: Actors & Characters In Series (Photos)
Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War is streaming now on Netflix; here's a breakdown of the series' cast and their characters.
Who Plays Sylvie's Mother, Heloise, In Emily In Paris? Actress Details
Emily in Paris Season 4 featured Liliane Rovère as Sylvie's mother; but what else is there to know about the actress?
Virgin River Season 6 Gets Exciting Release Announcement
Thanks to a new Netflix report, fans won't have to wait much longer for Season 6 of Virgin River.
Disney Confirms Its 10 Biggest Movies Releasing In 2025
From The Fantastic Four to Avatar 3, the Walt Disney Company has high expectations for these 2025 movies.
Moana 2's Release Date Sets New Disney Record
Moana 2's November 2024 release date is one for the Disney Animation record books.
What Happened to Mina's Mom on Good Bones? Karen Laine's 'New Beginnings' Fallout Explained
Mina Starsiak Hawk is back on HGTV with Good Bones: New Beginnings but separate from her mom, Karen Laine.
Raygun’s Olympic Breakdancing Video Is Getting Erased From The Internet, Here’s Why
Videos of Raygun's viral Olympic breakdancing are becoming impossible to find online; here's where fans can still watch.
Inside Out 2 Includes 5 Deleted Scenes & 2 Bonus Features In Online Release
Disney and Pixar revealed Inside Out 2's bonus features and deleted scenes, including an alternate opening scene.
Disney World's Rivers of America & Tom Sawyer Island Replaced With Cars Expansion
Disney World is replacing an original Magic Kingdom area and its attraction for a new Cars expansion announced at D23.
The Chosen Season 5 Will Include 1 'Heartbreaking' Betrayal, Reveals Showrunner
The Chosen's Dallas Jenkins discussed a certain "heartbreaking" portrayal that awaits in Season 5.
Emily in Paris Season 4 Release Date Schedule of Episodes (Confirmed)
Netflix revealed the two-part release schedule for Emily in Paris Season 4.
D23 Disney Parks 2024 Panel: Every Major Announcement from the Event (Live Blog)
D23's Disney Parks "Horizons" panel is finally here, and we've got all the major theme park and cruise line announcements.
Star Wars Mandalorian and Grogu Trailer Description: Zeb Returns, AT-ATs & More (D23)
Star Wars fans got their first look at Lucasfilm's The Mandalorian and Grogu at D23.
Is a Live-Action Atlantis Movie Releasing Soon? New Speculation Explained
Should fans be expecting a Disney live-action remake of Atlantis: The Lost Empire? Here's what we know.
Angry Birds 3 Movie Gets Exciting Release Update (Official)
After years of waiting, Angry Birds 3, starring Jason Sudeikis and Josh Gad, finally has a release window.
The Acolyte Season 2 Gets Discouraging Update (Rumor)
A new report claims The Acolyte may not have a Season 2 future on Disney+ after all.
Disney Cruise Line Reveals 6 MCU Attractions For 2025 Destiny Ship
Disney Cruise Line's Disney Destiny plans to bring Black Panther's Wakanda and Iron Man style to the high seas.
Trolls 4 Movie: Will It Ever Release?
Following DreamWorks' release of Trolls 3, could the trolls band together again for Trolls 4?
Taye Diggs' Sudden 'All American' Departure Explained: Why He Left the Show
With Taye Diggs returning to All American Season 6, the question is why the actor left the show in the first place.
Avengers: Secret Wars' First 5 Cast Members Get Officially Revealed
Five MCU cast members are already confirmed for Marvel Studios' Avengers: Secret Wars.
Who Is Marvel’s Sidewinder? Captain America 4's Villain Explained
Giancarlo Esposito is playing Sidewinder in Captain America 4; here's everything to know about the comic book villain.
Katie Ledecky Paris Olympic Event Schedule: When & How to Watch on TV
Team USA swimmer Katie Ledecky is back for the 2024 Paris Olympics; here is how and when to watch her compete.
Outer Banks Season 4 Release Date Schedule Gets Officially Revealed
Netflix revealed the release dates for Outer Banks Season 4's new episodes.
Disney D23 2024 Schedule, Events, Panels, Rumors, Tickets & Everything We Know
Disney's 2024 D23 Expo is expected to be the biggest yet in terms of news, panels, and a new event location.
Meet Angela from Big Brother: 5 Things to Know About Head of Household Angela Murray
From her hometown to modifying Big Brother games for her kids, there's a lot to know about Season 26's Angela Murray.
Conclave 2024 Movie Ending & Plot Spoilers from Book, Explained
Looking to find out what events transpire and how Conclave ends? Here are the novel spoilers.
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From competitive swimming to what surprised her Netflix costars, there's a lot to know about Cobra Kai's Oona O'Brien.