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.
Follow David on Twitter (@daavidthompson) for his insightful, sarcastic, and silly tweets related to the universes he loves and the box office.
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David Thompson's Latest The Direct Articles
Is Tyson's Run Movie a True Story? What's Real vs. Fake
Here's the TRUTH about the Tyson Hollerman movie, is he real?
The Chosen Season 4 Streaming Release Controversy Explained
A public legal dispute is keeping The Chosen Season 4 off of streaming.
MLB The Show 24 Release Date, Game Pass Details & Everything We Know
The latest marquee MLB baseball video game will soon be released on many platforms.
Every Upcoming Andrew Garfield Movie Releasing In 2024 & Beyond
Plenty of romance lies ahead for Andrew Garfield on the big screen.
Marvel Studios Canonizes 11 Seasons of MCU Netflix Shows
The Defenders have been canon for longer than originally thought.
Demon Slayer 2024 Movie Streaming: New Announcement Points to Online Release Window
An update on the release of Demon Slayer Season 4 indicates when the new movie will stream.
The Amazing Race 2024 Cast: Every Contestant In Season 36 (Photos)
13 new teams are set to embark on a worldwide race, including a former NFL player.
The Bachelor 2024 Finale Spoilers: Does Joey Pick Kelsey, Daisy or Rachel?
Following the fantasy suites episode, Joey has a monumental decision heading into the finale.
12 Best Taylor Swift Quotes from Lyrics of Her Songs
These are some of the most recognizable and meaningful lyrics of Taylor Swift's career.
The Idea of You Ending & Spoilers from the Book, Explained
Here is why Soléne and Hayes (SPOILERS) at the end of The Idea of You.
Love Is Blind Season 6 Reunion Release Date & Remaining Schedule
Don't look away now, there's more Love is Blind to watch during next week's reunion.
Dune 2 Director Reacts to Viral Popcorn Bucket: "What the !?!?"
Denis Villeneuve is flabbergasted with the AMC Theaters Dune popcorn bucket.
Dune Part 2 Box Office vs. Budget: How Much Profit Will It Make?
Audiences will need to keep flooding theaters for Dune 2 to make its money back.
Dune 2's Massive Budget Sets Historic Milestone for Director
No, that is not a typo, Warner Bros. really spent THAT much on Dune: Part Two.
Love Is Blind Season 6 Finale Spoilers: Here's What Happens to the Final Couples
Here's how [SPOILERS] gets left at the altar during the Season 6 finale.
The Bachelor 2024 Spoilers: Joey's Final Rose and 'New' Winner Revealed
Uh oh, it looks like Reality Steve initially reported the incorrect ending of The Bachelor.
Survivor Season 46 Cast: Every Contestant In 2024 Episodes (Bios, Tribes & More)
18 contestants are back in Season 46 to fight for the title of Sole Survivor.
The Traitors US Season 2 Spoilers - Final Contestants & Winners Rumors Explained
The ultimate game of deception will end with [SPOILERS] in the finale.
Sony Reveals the Plan for Next 3 Spider-Man Movies
A major surprise was just unveiled by Chris Miller and Amy Pascal about the future of Spider-Man movies.
Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy Cast: Voice Actors & Characters In the Series (Photos)
Amazon Prime's latest animated comedy is headlined by Stephanie Hsu and Keke Palmer.
Disney Now Blames Fans for Its Failures? Exec's New Comments Explained
Disney may be regressing its story-telling due to recent flops at the box office.
Unused Merch from Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man 4 Released Online (Photos)
Newly released images show the unused suit from Sam Raimi's canceled Spider-Man sequel.
Love Is Blind Season 6 Cast: All Couples, Ranked Worst to Best
Here's how the couples from Love Is Blind Season 6 currently rank, from Brittany and Kenneth to Johnny and Amy.
Love Is Blind Season 6 Spoilers - Final Couples Rumors & Speculation Explained
Here's what happens to [SPOILERS] at the end of Love Is Blind Season 6.
Keep It In the Family Chapter 39 Meaning Explained
This one-word chapter by John Marrs has a surprising meaning behind it.
The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy Season 2 Plan Teased by Showrunner (Exclusive)
In an exclusive interview with The Direct, an official update was revealed regarding Season 2 of Amazon's latest animated comedy.
Survivor 46 - New 2024 Season Release Date Schedule of Episodes (Confirmed)
Here's exactly when the next season of Survivor premieres on CBS & Paramount+.
Madame Web Movie: Every Spoiler from the Plot & Ending, Explained
Here's how [SPOILERS] dies in Sony Pictures' latest Spider-Man spin-off.
A Shop for Killers Season 2 Might Be Missing Kim Hye-jun's Jeong Ji-an
Some unfortunate news for fans of this South Korean action-streaming series.
Abbott Elementary Season 3 Cast, Characters & Actors (Photos)
Quinta Brunson is back with a few new faces in Abbott Elementary Season 3.
Pirates of the Caribbean 6's Johnny Depp Replacement Rumor Gets Bashed by Elon Musk
What does the owner of SpaceX and Tesla have to do with Captain Jack Sparrow?
Marvel Studios Expected This 1 MCU Flop to Be a Big Hit, Reveals Actor
Not every experience with Marvel Studios is full of flowers and rainbows.
Disney+'s The Marvels Release Hits a Frustrating MCU Streaming Record
Marvel Studios continues to prolong the gap between theaters and streaming.
Is My All American a True Story? What's Real vs. Fake
Here's how much of Freddie Steinmark's life was accurately depicted in My All American.
Universal Epic Universe Orlando Gets Official Opening Update
Universal Orlando's massive new theme park received a promising update.
The Chosen Season 4 Gets Official Streaming Release Update
Fans of The Chosen will soon be able to stream Season 4 for free at home.
Vanderpump Rules 2024 Cast: Meet the Real People In Season 11 (Photos)
CONFIRMED: Rachel Leviss will not be returning for Vanderpump Rules Season 11.
The Bachelor 2024 Spoilers - Joey's Final Decision, Revealed
Here's exactly what's going to happen during The Bachelor Season 28. Does Joey find love?
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire Gets Unsurprising Rating
Another action-packed adventure within the MonsterVerse may not be kid-friendly.
Meet Abbey from Love on the Spectrum: 4 Things to Know About Abbey Romeo
Some of Abbey's most interesting aspects of her life are not shown on Netflix.