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 writing for The Direct, David worked as a high school English teacher from 2021 to 2023. He attended Florida Tech, where he studied Multiplatform Journalism and served as the Managing Editor of The Crimson newspaper during his junior year.
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David Thompson's Latest The Direct Articles
Marvel Studios Officially Confirms MCU Phase 7's First Sequel
A surprising Multiverse Saga project was just extended into Marvel's future era.
DC Studios Officially Casts Its 12th Lead DCU Superhero
James Gunn is filling out the new roster of superheroes to lead the DCU.
Skydance’s New Media Empire Spells Trouble For A Quiet Place 3's Release
David Ellison will soon make changes to the Warner Bros. and Paramount theatrical slate.
VisionQuest Episode 3 Clip Reveals How Tommy Is Alive After WandaVision
The confusing life of Tommy Maximoff will be further explored in VisionQuest Episode 3.
Marvel Studios Releases First Official Image Of God of Stories Loki In Avengers: Doomsday
After taking himself out of the equation on Disney+, Loki is back in action in Avengers 5.
James Gunn's DC Reboot Just Cast Its 3rd The Flash Villain
The DC boss is slowly laying the tracks for a rebooted Flash to race into the new universe.
DC's Clayface Director Confirms Major Batman Tie In Movie: 'You're In A City Called Gotham, You Feel The Shadow Of Batman Inherently'
The Dark Knight is lurking in the shadows of the DCU, but some of him might be brought to light this month.
New 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Art Proves Mark Ruffalo's Hulk Almost Looked Even Cooler (Photos)
A much darker path was almost taken for the Savage Hulk's return in 2026.
The Batman 2: Charles Dance Will Suit Up As This Major DC Supervillain In Robert Pattinson's Dark Knight Sequel, According to New Theory
The former Game of Thrones actor might be playing a radically different Batman villain than first expected.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Promo May Have Set Up Jean Grey’s Phoenix Force Future
A new behind-the-scenes peek teases future plans for Sadie Sink's Jean Grey.
Marvel Studios Releases Ultron’s First-Ever Trailer For VisionQuest
Ultron is back in the MCU's spotlight after being offline for over a decade, and Marvel Studios just gave him his first-ever solo promo!
Avengers: Doomsday Unveils New Female-Only Poster Featuring Mystique, Invisible Woman & More
The ladies are lined up to battle Doctor Doom in this new Avengers promotional image.
Skydance Releases Official New DC Studios Bio; Highlighting DCU’s Future, James Gunn & More
The Hollywood shake-up that's taking the entertainment industry by storm has offered an update on DC.
Marvel Studios Officially Puts a New Spin On Doctor Strange 2's Ending
Over four years later, the ending of Doctor Strange 2 will be directly addressed.
All 21 DC Studios Movies & Series Releasing After Lanterns
James Gunn has big plans for his DC Universe following the roaring success of Lanterns.
Disney+ Confirms Its Final Marvel Project Releasing Before Avengers: Doomsday and VisionQuest
Marvel Studios is preparing for an epic conclusion to 2026, on Disney+ and in theaters.
Disney Officially Debuts Logo for the Next Star Wars Movie
Lucasfilm is going back to the drawing board with how it will market its next movie.
'VisionQuest' Trailer Brings Back Elizabeth Olsen's Scarlet Witch
Even in death, the MCU's Scarlet Witch is leaving her mark in the latest Disney+ series.
Disney+ Says Goodbye To Marvel's Best New Show
It's time to bid farewell to the latest Marvel Studios series ahead of Avengers: Doomsday's release.
Star Wars Just Stole Its 3rd Key Director From Marvel Studios
Disney isn't shy about moving the same creatives from one giant franchise to another.
Avengers: Doomsday’s Mobius Scene Seemingly Changes His Loki Season 2 Ending
The TVA looks much different in the MCU than it did after Loki Season 2.
Disney+ Issues Death Sentence to Its Best Star Wars Show
It seems Lucasfilm and Disney are happy to send Ahsoka Season 2 out to pasture.
Disney's Incredibles 3 Debuts First Look at Its 6 New Superheroes
It appears a new set of Supers will be joining the Parr family in Incredibles 3.
Lucasfilm Admits They Split Up Star Wars Fans Into 5 Different Groups
According to Dave Filoni, lines have been drawn across the galaxy, stretching across Star Wars' long timeline.
Sebastian Stan Is Right About How the Internet Is Hurting Marvel Movies
The MCU alum called out fans online for their lack of patience with comic book movies.
'Charlie Harper' Stars Emilia Jones & Nick Robinson Explain Why Their Love Story Has No Villain: "Anyone That's Been Through a Breakup Kind of Needs [to] Watch" (Exclusive)
Stars Emilia Jones and Nick Robinson shared why Charlie Harper isn't your typical love story.
It's Official: 'Avengers Secret Wars' Will Fix Doomsday's Biggest Mistake
Marvel Studios has set up its final installment of the Multiverse Saga better than it did for Avengers 5.
Dave Filoni Confirms Mortis God’s Role In Ahsoka Season 2; Releases New Photo
Lucasfilm is beginning to peel back the curtain on the long-awaited second season of Ahsoka.
X-Men '97 Season 3 Just Unveiled Its New Main Villains - And They Look Great
After a stellar sophmore season, even more enemies are coming at the mutants in X-Men '97 Season 3.
Kevin Feige Admits Tom Holland's Role In The Odyssey Changed Spider-Man: Brand New Day's Planned Theatrical Release
A busy summer for Tom Holland was all started when he chose to pause Spider-Man for Christopher Nolan.
Disney+ Just Released One Of Marvel's Biggest Flops Ever
Some Marvel and DC films will never work in theaters, but that doesn't mean they'll fail on streaming.
Lanterns Part 2 Trailer Could Confirm A Major Hal Jordan Clone Twist
Upcoming Lanterns footage hints at a shocking Hal Jordan and John Stewart connection.
Avengers: Doomsday Merch Trailer Shows Gambit & Magneto Fighting Doctor Doom & The Sentinels
The Avengers have their hands full against Doctor Doom in this new official video.
Marvel Studios Will Officially Fight Toxic Masculinity In Its Next Disney+ Series
One of the world's greatest evils will be tackled on Disney+ this fall, and it's not your typical MCU villain.
The Mandalorian & Grogu: 7 Most Powerful Sith Lords Alive During the Movie
Despite no appearances in the new film, there are plenty of Dark Side Force-users roaming the galaxy.
Marvel Studios Sets Historic MCU Movie Slate For 2027
Marvel Studios is doing something it's never done before with its 2026 and 2027 schedule.
Marvel Announces 6 Key Avengers Actors Will Return After 'Avengers: Secret Wars'
Some of Marvel Studios' greatest heroes are already set to return in 2028.
Avengers: Doomsday's Trailer Just Spoiled the Movie's Twist Ending With Fantastic Four's Human Torch Scene According to Major MCU Theory
A lot is set to change in the MCU this December, and the Doomsday trailer already spoiled some of it.
10 Best LEGO Star Wars Sets from 2026, Ranked
LEGO never fails to release plenty of amazing Star Wars sets year after year, but not all of them are created equal.
Ryan Gosling's Star Wars: Starfighter Makes History With First Footage
Lucasfilm is changing up its marketing strategy for next year's Star Wars blockbuster.