David is a Senior Editor and podcast host at The Direct. He joined in November 2020 to cover the film industry, with a focus on Marvel, Star Wars, and DC. David's favorite subject to cover is the box office and the business side of Hollywood.
While working for The Direct, David worked as a high school English teacher from 2021-2023. He attended Florida Tech where he studied Multiplatform Journalism and worked as the Managing Editor of The Crimson newspaper during his junior year.
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David Thompson's Latest The Direct Articles
New 2026 Data Proves Comic Book Movies Are Dying
An early 2026 box office winner is proving that superheroes are out of style.
Black Panther 3 Just Hit a Huge Milestone Amid T'Challa Recasting Reports
Ryan Coogler's return to the MCU might be even sooner than previously expected.
First Look at Grogu's New Home In 'The Mandalorian & Grogu' Revealed In Full
A new look at The Mandalorian and Grogu's house has been unveiled by Lucasfilm.
'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Photos Unveil Major Redesigns For 3 Main Characters
Tom Holland's Spider-Man isn't the only character getting a makeover in 2026.
Marvel Studios Just Edited Spider-Man: No Way Home's Ending Message For MCU Continuity
The return of Zendaya and Tom Holland in the MCU will come with a dark shadow.
8 MCU Actors Who Criticized Marvel After Leaving the Franchise
Some of the most beloved Marvel actors have had choice words about the MCU over the years.
Marvel Studios Suspends Future MCU Movie & TV Slate Announcements For 2027 & Beyond
After an avalanche of MCU Disney+ content, Kevin Feige is pumping the brakes.
James Gunn Is Giving 1 DCEU Mainstay A Second Chance
DC Studios is sticking to its guns with this new hire, despite a few previous missteps.
Disney+ Officially Shelves Its 4th Star Wars TV Show
After a wave of TV shows, Star Wars has come out of Disney+ hyperspace.
Marvel Studios Officially Unveils Return of Dead Netflix Villain (Photos)
A Daredevil villain who has been dead for 10 years somehow returned in Born Again.
The Batman Part 2 Confirms Its 7th Cast Member
Ahead of filming, the cast for Matt Reeves The Batman 2 is beginning to fill out.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day - All 14 Trailer Scenes In Chronological Order (Marvel Movie Prediction)
With a bit of rearranging, the Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer is much more revealing.
Marvel Studios Confirms 12 Teams Facing Doctor Doom In Avengers: Doomsday
A new social media post from Robert Downey Jr. confirmed everyone who is facing Doctor Doom this winter.
Spider-Man & Daredevil’s 2026 Team-Up Just Became More Uncertain
Charlie Cox shed doubt on another Daredevil and Spider-Man team-up in the future.
Report: Warner Bros. Is Not Fully Confident In James Gunn's Next DC Movie, So It's Issuing More Audience Test Screenings To Hopefully Improve It
The evidence is mounting against Milly Alcock's Supergirl being a good movie.
Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Just Confirmed Its 7 Main Villains
The premiere episode of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 set a new precedent for violence.
DC Officially Unveils New Batgirl Logo Amid James Gunn's DCU Reboot
After making waves with the 2022 Batgirl film getting canceled, the heroine is back in the headlines.
Superman 2: Man of Tomorrow: Hawkgirl Actress Isabela Merced Shares New Video Ahead of Filming
It's time to take down more fascist leaders, as this Justice Gang member is getting ripped in the gym.
Avengers: Doomsday Will Compete With 5 Big Movies For 2026's Box Office Crown
In a world where Marvel fatigue is real, there are a few contenders to steal Avengers 5's thunder.
Batman Writer Defends Controversial Decision For Bruce Wayne To Lose To Black Canary In a Fight: 'He's One Of the Top Heroes In the World'
A controversial decision made in DC Comics is being defended by a lead writer.
Marvel Reportedly Rejected This Live-Action Spider-Man and Superman Crossover
An epic Superman and Spider-Man team-up almost happened long before modern cinematic universes.
The Boys Season 5 Spoilers: Every Major Character Death If the Show Follows the Comics
Plenty of bloodshed is expected in The Boys Season 5, including [SPOILERS]'s tragic death.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day's Funko Pops Will Hit Shelves Very Soon - Here's When
A fresh wave of Spider-Man collectibles is being released soon ahead of Tom Holland's new movie.
Star Wars' New TV Show Is A Perfect Replacement For George Lucas' Cancelled 'Star Wars: Underworld' Series
21 years later, fans might be getting a taste of George Lucas' axed Star Wars series.
After 5 Years, It's Officially the End of an Era for The MCU
A new age of Marvel Television has kicked off, hoping to put a rocky past behind them.
James Gunn's Perfect Actor For The Flash Just Emerged
This young star can tame dragons and might even breathe new life into the DCU.
After Jamie Foxx's Electro, Marvel Debuts Next Live-Action Black Spider-Man Villain
The next Black Spider-Man villain is joining the fold in a matter of months.
Thrilljoy Makes MEGACON Orlando Debut with Long Lines & Sold Out PIX (Exclusive)
The Direct spoke with former Funko CEO Brian Mariotti about what's new at his collectibles company Thrilljoy.
Lucasfilm Producer Explains Biggest Difference Between 'Star Wars Rebels' and 'The Clone Wars' Six Years After Animated Shows' Conclusion
The truth about what makes Clones Wars and Rebels different boils down to this key component.
'Avengers: Doomsday' Just Fumbled Its Latest Marketing Ploy
Marvel Studios' latest attempt to tug on fans' nostalgic heartstrings was a disaster.
James Gunn's Justice League Team Includes 1 Member With No Superpowers
The new DCU isn't just full of superpowered meta-humans; in this world, billionaires also run the show.
Marvel Releases First Look At 3rd Live-Action Sandman (Photos)
Flink Marko is back fighting Spider-Man, but this time with a muted twist.
Disney Will Debut Star Wars' Phase 3 Slate In 2026
It's been a season of change for Lucasfilm, as Disney is once again altering its Star Wars strategy.
Report: Marvel Studios To Replace Chadwick Boseman as Their Main Black Panther In 2027 Movie 'Avengers: Secret Wars'
Disney is waiting one more year to introduce another Black Panther to the MCU.
The Meg 3 Gets Discouraging Status Update From 'The Trench' Director Ben Wheatley (Exclusive)
Fans looking for a third Jason Statham shark movie might be out of luck.
Zeno Robinson Breaks Down His Roles in Spider-Man, My Hero Academia, and Demon Slayer (Exclusive)
Known for voicing fan-favorite anime characters, Zeno Robinson gave fans a look behind the scenes at some of the shows he's involved with.
Marvel Studios Confirms Historic Release For 2nd Chapter Of MCU Netflix Reboot
It's a new era for Marvel Netflix projects, with the next series taking a big swing with its premiere.
James Gunn Confirms DC Studios Will Be Releasing 'A Few' Upcoming DC TV Shows That Are Similar To Superman Spin-off 'Krypto Saves the Day'
James Gunn wants to ensure fans of all ages can enjoy DCU content in the future.
Disney Confirms 1 Encanto Sister Has Birthed a Child
The strongest character from Encanto reportedly gave birth to a son.
Marvel Studios Confirms Return of 2 Dead MCU Netflix Characters
Disney+ is digging up some graves this season on Daredevil: Born Again.