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
The Boys: Who Is Larry Kripke? Tribute Explained
The finale of The Boys paid tribute to a family member of the series' showrunner.
Marvel Takes Action to Prevent Deadpool & Wolverine Spoilers from Spreading
Look out! Deadpool 3 spoilers will soon be out, but Marvel Studios hopes to prevent them.
Anthony Michael Hall Responds to '16 Candles' TV Spin-off: 'A Really Great Idea' (Exclusive)
Is a spin-off to this John Hughes classic a good idea? Anthony Michael Hall reacts.
The Backyardigans Gets 2024 Reboot for New Nickelodeon Series
An iconic Nickelodeon animated series was refreshed, revised, and rebooted online.
Are Josh and Shannon Still Together After Love Island USA? Breakup Rumors Explained
Learn more about Josh Goldstein and Shannon St. Clair's past, present, and future relationship.
Did Morning Joe's Cast Get Fired This Week Following Episode Cancellation? Speculation Explained
Learn the truth about the future of the Morning Joe show's cast and crew.
Who Is Emeline Lambert? 4 Things to Know About Alyssa Targaryen's House of the Dragon Actress
Learn more about the newly introduced Alyssa Targaryen actress in House of the Dragon.
Demolition Ranch Shirt Controversy Explained
Find out more about the Demolition Ranch YouTube Channel and apparel.
Robert Pattinson's Next Batman Chapter Gets Official Release Announcement
The time is near for DC fans' return to the Matt Reeves Batman universe.
Inside Out 2's Disney+ Release Plan Is Great for the Movie Business - Here's Why
Pixar's latest animated film may be exactly what the movie industry needed.
Love Island USA 2024 Cast: All Contestants Remaining & Eliminated In Season 6 (Instagrams & Photos)
Turning the corner into the final stretch, find out who's remaining on Love Island USA.
The Bachelorette 2024 Spoilers - Jenn's Final Decision, Revealed
Don't care about spoilers? Here's an in-depth look at Jenn's season of The Bachelorette.
Giancarlo Esposito's Secret Captain America 4 Role Just Got Teased In New Trailer
Who could Giancarlo Esposito be playing in his MCU debut? The Direct has a breakdown following the release of Captain America 4's debut trailer.
Queen Cheryl Tiktok Death Rumors & Speculation Explained: What Happened?
Is Queen Cheryl truly dead? Learn more about the social media controversy.
What Is Casa Amor on Love Island USA Season 6? Event Twist Explained
If you're in a growing relationship, the last place you want to go is Casa Amor.
Gladiator 2: Why Did Spencer Treat Clark Get Replaced as Lucius?
The first trailer for Gladiator 2 re-confirmed a major recasting for the 2024 action film.
How Does Vhagar Die in House of the Dragon?
Learn the truth about Aemond's dragon's eventual death at the hands of a likely foe.
The Bachelorette 2024 Cast: All 25 Men Contestants In Season 21 (Photos)
Get to know the men longing to find love with Jenn on The Bachelorette Season 21.
House of the Dragon: How Many Seasons Will There Be In Total?
House of the Dragon Season 2 is moving at a slower pace, putting into question how many seasons there will be.
Meet Melissa Pappas from BBQ Showdown: 4 Things to Know About the Contestant
Some facts may shock you about Melissa from Barbecue Showdown Season 3.
The Chosen Season 4 Announces Broadcast TV Debut - Here's Where to Watch
Learn more about how to tune into the first episode of The Chosen Season 4.
Barbecue Showdown Season 3 Cast: Contestants & Judges In 2024 Episodes (Photos)
Here's a look at everyone featured in the latest season of Barbecue Showdown.
Monsters Inc. 3 Gets Promising Update from Pixar Boss
The return of Pixar's Monsters Inc. franchise may not happen on the big screen.
Bad Boys 4 Box Office Vs. Budget: How Much Profit Will It Make?
The boys are back, and they brought the box office with them this time.
IF Movie Gets Exciting Paramount+ Streaming Release Update
Families will be excited to hear about the imminent streaming release of IF.
The Boys Season 4 Release Schedule: How Many Episodes Are Left?
The Boys is already over halfway through Season 4, here is a look at the remaining schedule.
Who Are Rhaenyra Targaryen's Children? Fathers & Family Tree In House of the Dragon Season 2
Game of Thrones is known for its complicated bloodlines, and the Targaryens are no different.
How Does Criston Cole Die in House of the Dragon?
Learn more about the eventual demise of one of House of the Dragon's most hated characters: Criston Cole.
Funko Set to Debut New Booth at San Diego Comic-Con 2024
Get ready Comic-con fans, FUNKO has announced a brand new International Airport event.
I'm a Virgo Season 2: Will More Episodes Ever Release?
Is there any more story to tell in this miniseries? It's a complicated answer.
John Wick 5 Cast, Plot & Everything We Know
Despite the seemingly definitive death of the titular character, don't count out a new John Wick movie just yet.
The Acolyte’s Qimir Explained: Sith, Kylo Ren & More Connections Revealed
The stranger has been unmasked in The Acolyte, hinting at deep Sith ties.
Superman Gets Arrested In New Video from 2025 James Gunn Movie (Exclusive)
New footage from the Superman set potentially spoils a major plot point.
Inside Out 2: Pixar Reveals 3 More Cut Emotions (Photos)
Viewers may have noticed several key emotions missing from the Inside Out sequel.
Here's When iOS 18's Release Will Officially Happen
Apple Intelligence is set to change how you use your iPhone forever when iOS 18 releases.
The Boys Showrunner Shuts Down Black Noir Season 4 Identity Theory
The Boys Season 4 made a significant change to [SPOILERS] from the comics.
Here's Why Sanemi Hates Genya In Demon Slayer
Many fans are lost as to why these slaying brothers have major beef.
Anthony Michael Hall Is Ready to Become the Next Liam Neeson (Exclusive)
The leading antagonist of Netflix's Trigger Warning is reading to take on his next action role.
Why Did Frenchie Kill Colin's Family In The Boys?
After forever changing their relationship, the question remains: WHY did Frenchie kill Colin's family?
Fifty Shades of Grey Movies in Order: How to Watch Every Film Chronologically
Learn the proper way to follow Anastasia and Christian's steamy love story.