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 Stories
Spider-Verse 2: Rejected Designs for Miles Morales' Prowler Revealed (Photos)
An unused version of Mile G. Morales' suit has been shown in official Across the Spider-Verse art.
Loki Season 2 Makes MCU History With New Director Choice
Marvel just made a decision it has never done before during the making of Tom Hiddleston's second Disney+ season.
The Flash Movie's Failures Will Impact James Gunn's DC Reboot Plan
Another box office flop could have significant effects on the new DCU.
Deadpool 3: Marvel Director Teases Wolverine's Exciting Role In Next Movie
The director of Logan hinted at the plot of Hugh Jackman's next chapter as Wolverine.
Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon Announces 13 Main Actors
Netflix's upcoming epic space opera film has a loaded cast that includes DCEU alums.
Andor Season 2 Creator Casts Doubt on 1 Plot Thread Getting Resolved
The creator and writer of Andor hinted that audiences may never see a loose plot thread from Season 1 again.
Secret Invasion Director Reveals the Truth About Nick Fury's Wife Mystery
A massive reveal was made at the end of Secret Invasion's second episode and now the director has responded.
Marvel Celebrates Loki's Gender Fluidity Ahead of Season 2 Return
A recent social media post by Marvel highlighted the history of Loki's gender fluidity.
Captain America 4: First Details on Harrison Ford's Key Role Revealed
Anthony Mackie has officially commented on Harison Ford joining the MCU as Thunderbolt Ross.
The Flash Movie Just Retconned Man of Steel's Ending, And Now It's Even Better
A new interpretation of Zod's attack in Man of Steel has changed how fans view the climactic sequence.
James Gunn Announces First Superhero Actor for DC Reboot
Writer and Director of Superman: Legacy has just confirmed the official first hero of the upcoming DCU.
Secret Invasion Suffers Low Viewership Vs. Other MCU Disney+ Shows
Samuel L. Jackson's new Marvel series is off to a slow start, not gathering the same attention as many other MCU shows.
Spider-Verse 2 Includes a Special Tobey Maguire Easter Egg We All Missed (Photos)
An early version of Spider-Man's original live-action suit was featured in Across the Spider-Verse.
James Gunn Removed Major Gal Gadot Scene from The Flash Movie (Report)
An alternative ending was removed featuring Wonder Woman was removed due to the looming DC reboot.
Spider-Verse 2 Just Retconned Gwen Stacy's Dad from the First Movie
How Captain Stacy was saved was visually changed for Spider-Verse 2 - here's how.
The Marvels Cast: Disney Announces 10 Main Actors
Marvel has just confirmed the official cast list of Captain Marvel 2.
Every Upcoming Chris Evans Movie and TV Show Releasing In 2023 & Beyond
Chris Evans' upcoming film schedule is loaded! Here is every upcoming Chris Evans movie and show to look forward to.
New Data Reveals Avatar 2's Massive Disney+ Viewership
After a monster stretch at the box office, James Cameron's second Avatar is now dominating at home.
Avengers Star Breaks Silence on Their Surprise Death In Newest MCU Series
After a shocking death, this MCU alum speaks on their possible future
Watch Secret Invasion's Legends Episodes Online for Free
Marvel is releasing five new episodes for fans to catch up on characters free online.
Ahsoka Producer Announces 3 Biggest Rebels Characters In New Disney+ Show
An executive producer of Disney+'s upcoming Star Wars show hinted at its three main characters.
Harry Potter Reboot: Release, Cast and Everything We Know
The Wizarding World is returning (eventually) on Max with a controversial series reboot. Here's what we know so far about it.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Teases Upcoming Spider-Man vs. Kraven Battle
Sony's latest solo villain wants a chance to fight Tom Holland's friendly neighborhood hero.
Warner Bros. Omits 3 DCEU Movies from New Franchise Collection
Here's why these three DC films have been left off this new Blu-ray box set.
MCU Fans Disgusted by Marvel Studios' New AI-Generated Opening
Secret Invasion's opening credits are controversial due to how Marvel Studios generated the images.
Disney+ Reveals New MCU Timeline Order With Secret Invasion
Disney+ revealed when exactly Secret Invasion takes place in the MCU's timeline.
Max Just Removed a Beloved Justice League Animated Show
One of DC's original animated series has just left Warner Bros. Discovery's new streaming service.
Marvel Director Quit Disney+ Show After Samuel L. Jackson Meeting
Samuel L. Jackson reveals a reason why director Thomas Bezucha left the Disney+ show.
When The Flash Movie Starts Streaming Online
Warner Bros. Discovery's new streaming service Max is the place to watch DC films, so when will The Flash arrive?
The Flash Movie Can't Outrun DC's Failures (Box Office)
The return of Michael Keaton as Batman may not be enough to turn DC's upcoming blockbuster into a success.
When Little Mermaid's Live-Action Movie Starts Streaming on Disney+
Halle Bailey's debut as Ariel is hitting theaters worldwide, but when will it be available to watch at home?
When Will Fast & Furious 10 Start Streaming?
Vin Diesel and Jason Mamoa face off in a high-speed continuation of the Fast and Furious franchise. When will it begin streaming?
Shazam 2 Becomes the Worst-Ever Box Office Earner In DCEU History
Did Shazam: Fury of the Gods' abysmal box office performance negatively affect the comic book movie industry?
When Will The Super Mario Bros. Movie Start Streaming?
After Nintendo's massive success at the box office, where will the Mario Movie begin streaming?
When Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Starts Streaming on Disney+
James Gunn's third Guardians film is primed to succeed in theaters, but when will it be available to stream?
Loki Season 2: How Arrest of Kang Actor May Change Disney's Plans
The future of Jonathan Majors in the MCU is at risk due to his recent arrest, so how could it affect his role in Loki Season 2?
When Will John Wick 4 Start Streaming?
Keanu Reeves is back as John Wick in a theater near you, but when will it be available at home?
Shazam 2 Star Speaks Out on Critics' Negative Reviews (Exclusive)
Marta Milans expressed her frustration with how DC's latest film is being received.
When Shazam 2 Starts Streaming on HBO Max
A lackluster performance at the box office may push forward Shazam 2's streaming release date forward.
Watch Shazam 2 Online: Digital Release Date Revealed
Fury of the Gods already has a release date for viewers to watch from home.