Sam Hargrave

Sam Hargrave

Associate Editor (Content)

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 Stories

Adolescence Netflix Plot Summary Explained - Spoilers for Full Show & Every Episode

Here's everything that happened in Netflix's latest big hit, Adolescence.

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Black Panther 3 Movie Gets Exciting Release Window (Report)

More than two years after Wakanda Forever, when will Black Panther 3 finally be released?

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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.

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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.

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Here's Where You Can Watch 'Dream Eater' 2025 Horror Movie

Finding somewhere to watch the 2025 horror Dream Eater is no easy task.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Apache Movie Demand Reaches New Heights After Jason Statham & Scarlett Johansson Action Film Fan Poster Goes Viral

Are Scarlett Johansson and Jason Statham actually teaming up for an Apache movie?

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Sakamoto Days Episode 12 Release Window Confirmed by Netflix

When will Sakamoto Days return for Episode 12 on Netflix? Here's the latest updates.

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Here's When Gold Rush's Next Episode Will Release on Max Amid Delays (Confirmed)

Learn more about where and when you can watch Gold Rush's latest episode.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Marvel Studios Releases Its First-Ever Punisher Poster

The Punisher is back and Marvel Studios is celebrating in style with a new poster.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Avengers Doomsday Production Name Reveals Loki & Deadpool’s Major Roles

Avengers: Doomsday's production name may reveal major clues to its Multiversal tale.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Upcoming Zendaya Movies & TV Series (Shrek 5, Euphoria & More)

Find out what the future holds for Zendaya after her last role in Challengers.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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Disney Pixar Movies Releasing In 2025 & Beyond

Learn more about the future of Disney's Pixar movies releasing in the many years to come.

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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.

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Here's When The Monkey Movie's Streaming Release Is Now Expected

When will The Monkey start streaming for free and on digital? Here's what we know so far.

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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.

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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.

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Here's When Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2 Release Is Now Expected

When will Monarch: Legacy of Monsters return for Season 2 on Apple TV+?

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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.

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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?

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Marvel Rivals Deadpool Character Receives Promising Update

Deadpool might be one step closer to coming to Marvel Rivals after a new update.

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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.

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