Gillian Blum is a writer for The Direct with a particular love for comics — both Marvel and DC — Percy Jackson and theme parks. She enjoys being able to bring her comics insight to conversations about superhero films, especially when it comes to Spider-Man and Nightwing.
Originally from Baltimore, Gillian is a student at New York University where she is studying journalism and politics. She has bylines in Playbill, the Discover Universal Blog, and the NYU student paper, Washington Square News.
You can find Gillian on Twitter @GillianBlum for updates, articles, puns or to just say hello!
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Super Bowl Movie Trailers 2025: Watch Full Trailers That Air During The Big Game
The Super Bowl always features several major movie trailers — here are this year's.
Invincible: Is Cecil Evil In Season 3? His True Plan Explained
Mark and Cecil's tension in Invincible Season 3 may leave fans and Mark wondering if Cecil is good after all.
Disney+ Announces Next Star Wars Show Releasing Next Month
The next Star Wars show is hitting Disney+ soon, and brings with it a wave of exciting releases.
Invincible Season 3: Is Oliver Stronger Than Mark? Here's the Answer from the Comics
In Invincible Season 3, Oliver is becoming his own superhero—but how does he stack up against Mark?
Hamilton 2025 OG Cast Reunion Plan With Lin-Manuel Miranda Gets Confirmed by Broadway Star
Ariana DeBose confirmed that at least some of the original cast of Hamilton will reunite for the show's 10th birthday.
Invincible Season 3: What Darkwing Did That Made Mark Mad, Explained
Mark Grayson makes his anger toward Darkwing II pretty clear in Invincible Season 3—but what did he do?
Invincible: Does Oliver Die? His Fate In the Comics Revealed
In Invincible Season 3, Oliver tries to be a hero in a world he only just begun to understand — just like in the comics.
This 15-Year-Old Child Star Is Marvel's Choice for the New Kitty Pryde (Report)
The MCU seems to be starting up its new X-Men team soon, and Kitty Pryde may be part of it, according to a new rumor.
Percy Jackson Season 2: Release Window, Cast & Everything We Know
Throughout filming on Percy Jackson Season 2, fans have heard about cast additions, stories from set, and all in between
Blue Beetle Star Xolo Maridueña Confirms 2026 DC Return Plan (Exclusive)
The Blue Beetle star spoke at the Saturn Awards about when fans might see his character return.
These New 'Gen V' Season 2 Set Photos Will Make Sam Sad
New glimpses from the set of Gen V Season 2 surfaced online, giving a new look of the season after production delays.
New Stranger Things Season 5 Update Reveals the Exact Date It May Release
One fan may have found the Stranger Things Season 5 release date within Netflix, leaving some wondering if it is real.
Best Disney+ TV Shows 2025: 11 Exciting Upcoming Series Releasing This Year
Made up of both new and returning shows, Disney+ has an exciting TV slate to look forward to in 2025.
Who Is Sarah Bock? 4 Things to Know About Severance's Miss Huang Actor - Wiki Bio Details
Sarah Bock stars at Miss Huang in Severance, and fans may be interested in learning more about her.
Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo 'Sobbed' Through Wicked Screening: 'What You See on the Press Tour Is Exactly How They Are,' Says Actress
Katie Rose Clarke shared stories from the special "Wicked" screening for former Elphabas and Glindas.
Hamilton 2025 Original Cast Return Hopes Sparked by New Lin-Manuel Miranda Post
A tease from Lin-Manuel Miranda has led some Hamilton fans to hope for an original cast reunion in 2025.
Ms. Marvel Star Slams 'Madame Web' With Awful Rating on Letterboxd
Though a huge comic book and film fan, Iman Vellani agreed with critics about one 2024 Sony Spider-Man flop.
Katie Rose Clarke Talks About Crafting the Story Behind Her New 'Margarita Christmas' Single
Katie Rose Clarke and Steven Jamail spoke with The Direct about their new song, "Margarita Christmas."
Percy Jackson Season 2 Recasts This Camp Half-Blood Villain
Among some new key Percy Jackson casting announcements is one re-cast from the show's first season.
Disney+ Percy Jackson Composer Teases Annabeth's Big Evolution In Future Episodes (Exclusive)
Bear McCreary shared some insight into why Annabeth's full theme has not been played in Percy Jackson yet.
Wicked Movie: 11 Key Differences Between The 2024 Film and The Musical
Wicked Part 1 is a very faithful adaptation of the first act of Wicked on Broadway, but there are a few changes.
Marvel Confirms What We All Suspected About Red Hulk's MCU Superpowers
One element of Red Hulk's comics powers will be adapted into the MCU, as is confirmed in a recent character description.
Wicked Movie: Here's Why Glinda Didn't Go With Elphaba at the End
At the end of Wicked Part 1, Elphaba flies off and Glinda stays behind, leaving fans curious as to why they split up.
Wicked Movie: Are Glinda and Elphaba Sisters? Relationship Explained
Elphaba and Glinda have a deeply profound relationship in Wicked — but are they sisters?
Bear McCreary Shares How ‘Lord of the Rings’ Inspired His New Concept Album & Comic (Exclusive)
Bear McCreary, Rufus Wainwright and the team behind "The Singularity" spoke with The Direct about the new concept album.
Are The Wise Ones in Wicked on Broadway? Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth Cameos Explained
The Wise Ones appeared in the "Wicked" movie for a big cameo, but do these characters come from the Broadway show?
Here’s Why Wicked Movie Got Split Into Two Parts & When Part 2 Is Releasing
The Wicked movie is releasing in two parts, a surprising choice to many fans of the Broadway musical.
Here's Why Deadpool & Vanessa Broke Up In 'Deadpool and Wolverine'
At the start of Deadpool & Wolverine, Wade and Vanessa reveal they broke up, leaving fans questioning what happened.
Meet Patrick Luwis: 4 Things to Know About Cobra Kai's Axel Actor
Patrick Luwis plays Axel in Cobra Kai — what else should fans know about the actor?
Did Jake Paul Talk About Mike Tyson's Daughter? Speculation Explained
Rumors are saying that Jake Paul said something awful about Mike Tyson's late daughter — but are the rumors true?
Teen Titans Go! Cast Discuss Changes From the Original Series, and Reaching 400 Episodes (NYCC)
The Direct spoke with the cast and showrunner of Teen Titans Go! ahead of the show's record-breaking 400th episode.
Is Kingda Ka Closing? Here’s What We Know
Rumors are spreading that a popular Six Flags coaster may close, but there is much confusion about whether they are true.
The Walking Dead Star Khary Payton Hints at Ezekiel's Upcoming Return (Exclusive)
Khary Payton spoke with The Direct about how he might not be done with The Walking Dead franchise just yet.
Thunderbolts: Who Is Bob? Sentry Hero Explained
"Bob" from the Thunderbolts* trailer has a storied history in the comics — who exactly is he?
Hugh Jackman's Next Wolverine Appearance Gets Official Update from Marvel
Kevin Feige gave an official update about Hugh Jackman returning to the MCU after Deadpool & Wolverine.
Bioworld Exec on Bringing Fandom to Luggage, Its Excitement to Attend Events Like NYCC
Bioworld is offering a new, fun, and helpful way to demonstrate fandom with its luggage products.
Captain Marvel Star Casts Doubt on MCU Return
In a recent interview, Jude Law shared that he does not expect to return to the MCU.
The Franchise Cast on Filmmakers on Pros & Cons of Superhero Movies, What a Season 2 Could Look Like
The cast and writers of The Franchise spoke at NYCC about the behind-the-scenes of the behind-the-fictional-scenes.
Pat Sajak 2024 'Controversy' & Abbott Elementary Portrayal Explained
Fans may be curious about the controversy surrounding Pat Sajak after it was mentioned on Abbott Elementary.
Wynonna Earp: Tales from Purgatory | Cast and Creator Talk Differences from Show (NYCC)
The cast and creator of Wynonna Earp talked about the story's recent Audible continuation at New York Comic Con.