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
Ms. Marvel Season 2 Release Date: When Could It Fit Into MCU Phase 6-7?
Following her appearance in The Marvels, when could Kamala Khan return to Disney+?
Disney+’s Ahsoka Releases First Poster With Anakin Skywalker
Hayden Christensen has officially returned to Star Wars marketing.
When Will Spider-Verse 2 Start Streaming? New Home Media Trailer Released
Across the Spider-Verse can now be watched at home, but when will it release on Netflix?
Marvel Announces All 5 Episode Titles for Next MCU Disney+ Show
This animated MCU series just released descriptions of all its new episodes.
Jeff Goldblum's Deleted Thor: Love and Thunder Scene FINALLY Gets Revealed (Photos)
The first look at the Grandmaster in Thor: Love and Thunder has been revealed.
Barbie Movie Gets Exciting Blu-ray Release Update
Ring in the new year with a dazzling physical copy of Warner Bros.' massive summer hit.
Oppenheimer's Box Office Just Passed Marvel's Highest Grossing R-Rated Movie
A three-hour biopic just passed one of the biggest comic book movies at the box office.
Spider-Verse 2: Sony Just Changed Gwen Stacy's Intro on Home Release Version
The iconic Spider-Verse 2 opening sequence narrated by Hailee Steinfeld was altered.
Super Mario Bros. Movie's Netflix Streaming Release Window Revealed
Peacock is about to get hit with a Blue Shell as Netflix will soon take over The Super Mario Bros. Movie's streaming rights.
Barbie Movie Gets New Online Release Update
Margot Robbie's smash hit may be staying exclusively in theaters for longer than previously expected.
Disney Just Changed the Title of 1 MCU Phase 5 Show
Kathryn Hahn's upcoming Disney+ series just got its third name change.
Blue Beetle Gets Online Release Date (Report)
One of DC's worst box office performers will be available to watch at home soon.
Oppenheimer Streaming Release: Will It Come Out on Netflix or Peacock?
Christopher Nolan wants fans to see his film in theaters, but eventually, it will hit streaming.
James Gunn's DC Reboot Likely to Recast These 9 Major DCEU Actors
Hang on tight, the DC cinematic universe is in for some major character changes in the coming years.
Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Streaming Release: When Will It Come Out Online?
After a disappointing run at the box office, here's when fans can expect Tom Cruise to be streaming at home.
Spider-Verse 2: Sony Just Removed Andy Samberg's Line from Home Release Version
Across the Spider-Verse switched up another piece of dialogue in the digital release.
Rachel Zegler's Snow White Movie Gets Disappointing Release Update (Report)
Hollywood could be looking at another huge shift in movie release dates due to the ongoing talent strikes.
The MCU Just Hit a New Low - Here's Marvel's Big Problem
A previous strength of Marvel Studios may now be a weakness in Phase 5.
The Meg 2 Gets Imminent Online Release Date
Splish, splash! The second Meg film is hitting digital platforms soon.
Barbie Movie Box Office: Every Record Broken
The Barbie Movie has had a historic run at the box office! Here is every box office record the movie broke during the film's time in theaters.
Disney Just Suffered 2 Major Box Office Flops In a Row
2023 hasn't been the best year for Disney's theatrical releases, including its two latest films.
Indiana Jones 5 Suffers Worst-Ever Box Office Losses in Franchise History
Dial of Destiny is quickly becoming one of Lucasfilm's biggest losers.
Sound of Freedom Gets Online Release Date (Report)
A new report sheds light on when Sound of Freedom will be available to watch at home.
5 Major Ways James Gunn's DC Will Differ from Zack Snyder's DCEU
The DC cinematic universe is about to look entirely different under its new regime at Warner Bros.
Barbie Movie Gets Imminent Online Release Date
Margot Robbie's historic hit at the box office is set to be available at home soon.
Transformers: Rise of the Beasts Sets Record-Breaking Low Box Office for Franchise
Maybe its time to put the Autobots back on the toy shelf after another box office failure.
Across the Spider-Verse's Box Office: Every Record Broken So Far
Spider-Verse 2 has had a historic run at the box office, here's every record it's broken.
Sound of Freedom Gets New Streaming Release Update (Report)
The surprise box office hit by Angel Studios is fielding different streaming options.
Disney+ Announces Major Release Date Change for Next Star Wars Show
This upcoming Star Wars show will release its episodes at a brand new time.
Marvel Confirms Rhodey Is Likely a Skrull In These 6 Movies & Shows
Don Cheadle has been acting as a different character for awhile now in the MCU, even if he didn't know it.
MCU: Spider-Man Writer Confirms Peter Already Had His Big Iron Man Moment
Tom Holland's Peter Parker has even more similarities to Robert Downey Jr.'s Tony Stark than originally thought.
Marvel Announces Vin Diesel's MCU Return After Guardians of the Galaxy 3
One of the more distinct voices in the MCU is returning soon with a possible future ahead.
Spider-Verse 2: Sony Just Removed a Key Gwen Stacy Line from Home Release Version
The digital release of Across the Spider-Verse isn't the same as the film seen in theaters.
Captain America 4 Release Date In Danger of Delay Following Disney Update
The ongoing actors' and writers' strikes could have a direct impact on Anthony Mackie's first Captain America movie.
Disney+ Unveils New High School Musical Collection
Zac Efron, Olivia Rodrigo, and Vanessa Hudgens have been grouped together on the Disney streamer.
Indiana Jones 5 Streaming Release: When Will 'Dial of Destiny' Come Out on Disney+?
Harrison Ford has returned as Indiana Jones in theaters, but when will he be available to watch at home?
When Will Oppenheimer Start Streaming? New Report Reveals Online Release Window
Christopher Nolan's latest film will likely have a long run at the box office, but when can fans expect the movie on Peacock?
Scarlett Johansson Looks Stunning on Never-Before-Seen Black Widow Posters (Photos)
New MCU posters highlighting Natasha Romanoff were just unveiled.
The Flash to Become Worst Box Office Flop in Studio History
Ezra Miller's The Flash is doing critical damage to the DC brand and Warner Bros.' bank account.
Secret Invasion's Finale Set Up TWO Upcoming MCU Movies, Confirms Director
A couple of future Marvel Studios films were directly set up in Disney+'s Secret Invasion.