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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Gillian Blum's Latest Stories
Percy Jackson Pokes Fun at Harry Potter In New Book
The long-standing unofficial rivalry between Harry Potter and Percy Jackson continues in the newest Percy Jackson book.
Will Inside Out 3 Happen? Here's What Pixar & Disney Has Said About Potential Sequel
With Inside Out 2 being a massive success, fans may be wondering if a threequel could be possible.
Avengers: Doomsday Will Give 1 Fan-Favorite MCU Hero a Major Role (Report)
A new rumor suggests the possibility of one fan-favorite hero's return in Avengers: Doomsday.
Marvel Confirms Agatha All Along's Release Time With Brand-New Clip
Hours ahead of Agatha All Along's debut, Marvel unveiled a brand new clip from the show to celebrate.
Marvel Plans to Unite Tobey Maguire & Hugh Jackman In Avengers 6 (Report)
Marvel movie legends could very well collide in Avengers: Secret Wars, according to a new report.
Agatha All Along Release Schedule Spoils Key Episode Details
Disney+ has revealed the official release date schedule for Agatha All Along, while also subtly spoiling a key detail about each episode.
Spider-Verse 3 Reportedly Delayed Following Creative Changes
A new report suggests it may be even longer than expected until Beyond the Spider-Verse hits theaters.
Peacemaker Season 2 Release Window Confirmed by DC Studios Boss James Gunn
Fans finally know when to expect the next season of James Gunn's spin-off of The Suicide Squad.
Disney+ Adds New Marvel Section With 27 MCU Specials
Disney+ made watching one type of its Marvel offerings far easier, categorizing 27 specials into one new category.
2 Upcoming MCU Movies Now In Danger of Cancellation (Report)
A new report suggested that Marvel may not go through with two of its upcoming projects.
"It Got Taken Away" WWE Star Wasn't Allowed To Be In Black Panther
A WWE star revealed he was originally supposed to be in Black Panther 2, but the part was "taken away" from him.
James Gunn Wants the MCU's Biggest Villain to Become a DC Superhero (Report)
A familiar face from the MCU may be headed over to DC, according to new reports.
Flubber 2 Concept Poster Sees Adam Sandler In Sequel
A new fan concept poster is making the rounds, wondering what an Adam Sandler-led Flubber 2 would look like.
Umbrella Academy Creator Confirms What We All Suspected About Season 4's Ending
The Umbrella Academy made the ultimate sacrifice to save Earth, but what happened to Reginald and Abigail's planet?
Marvel Studios Planning Live-Action Avengers Team-Up on Disney+ (Report)
A new report suggested the possibility of a fan-favorite Avengers team coming to Disney+.
Marvel Studios Announces Debut of Hulk's Amadeus Cho In New Show
One new Marvel show is confirmed to feature the comics character Amadeus Cho, also known as The Totally Awesome Hulk.
Kevin Can F Himself Season 3: Will It Ever Release?
After the first two seasons of Kevin Can F Himself hit Netflix, fans are wondering if Season 3 is on the way.
Is Tom Brady's Mother Helping His Divorce Settlement? Rumors Explained
There are rumors that Tom Brady's mom is involved in the football player's divorce, but are they true?
Umbrella Academy: Why Jennifer Was In the Squid
Season 4, Episode 3 of The Umbrella Academy left many fans wondering what was up with Jennifer and that squid.
Who Is Sab Zada? 4 Things to Know About Singer, Jaden Smith's Ex - Wiki Bio Details
Sab Zada is many things — an influencer, a musician, a model, and more — and fans may want to learn more about her.
What's Umbrella Academy's Comics Ending? Is Season 4 Finale Similar? Explained
The Umbrella Academy's ending was surprising for many fans — but did comics fans know what was coming?
Luther's Recast In Umbrella Academy Speculation Explained: Did Season 4 Change Actors?
With physical changes to Luther in The Umbrella Academy Season 4, fans may wonder if that came from a re-cast.
What Are Lila's Powers In Umbrella Academy Show?
Lila got a brand new power in Season 2 of The Umbrella Academy, that even she was a bit confused about.
Why Umbrella Academy Season 4 Is Only 6 Episodes, Explained
Fans may be wondering why the last season of The Umbrella Academy is far shorter than the other three — here's why.
Daredevil Born Again's Muse Villain Gets Officially Announced by Marvel Studios
D23 brought fans the first official glimpse of Muse, the villain in Daredevil: Born Again.
Meet Nicole from Love Is Blind UK: 4 Things To Know About Nicole Stevens - Biography Details
Fans may want to learn more about Nicole Stevens after being introduced to her on Love Is Blind: UK.
What Happened to Sloane In Umbrella Academy Season 4, Explained
Season 3 of The Umbrella Academy left fans wondering what happened to Sloane and hoping for an answer in Season 4.
The Arrowverse's Final Show Announces Official Release Schedule
The Arrowverse and its spin-offs are officially coming to a close, with just one season left before fans say goodbye.
Will Umbrella Academy Season 5 Release? Netflix Officially Confirms the Fate of the Series
The Umbrella Academy is headed into Season 4, but will there be more still to come after?
First Look at Abby In HBO's Last of Us Season 2
New footage gives fans their first look at Kaitlyn Dever as Abby in The Last of Us Season 2.
Here's Why Luke Betrayed Percy In 'Percy Jackson'
In the Percy Jackson books and show, Luke's betrayal came as a shock to both Percy and audiences alike.
It Ends With Us Movie Reviews: Strong First Reactions Get Shared Online
The first reacitons to the "It Ends with Us" film have hit social media — what do these first viewers think?
Avengers 5 Doomsday Title Explained: What Does 'Doomsday' Mean?
A new Avengers movie starring Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom was just announced — here are the details on Doomsday.
Fantastic Four 2025 Movie Releases First Official Trailer at SDCC
Next year's Fantastic Four movie is getting closer by the day and revealed its first footage and a new title.
WandaVision Sequel Gets Historic Disney+ Release Announcement
Agatha All Along's release will be somewhat different than what fans are used to.
Who Is Amar Chadha-Patel? 5 Things to Know About Decameron Actor - Wiki Bio Details
Here are five fun facts about Amar Chadha-Patel from Netflix's The Decameron.
Does Ryan Reynolds Hate Wesley Snipes? Troubled Relationship Explained
The two actors have a contentious history, dating all the way back to 2004, behind the scenes of Blade Trinity.
Deadpool & Wolverine Spoilers: Every Cameo & Plot Reveal, Explained
Fans expected Deadpool & Wolverine to have some major cameos and reveals, and it did not dissapoint.
Deadpool 3 Soundtrack Released: Listen to All 18 Songs
Prepare for Deadpool & Wolverine by listening to its packed soundtrack, featuring everything from showtunes to 2000s nostalgia.
Who Is Narilya Gulmongkolpech? 4 Things to Know About Master of the House Actress - Wiki Bio Details
Here are four fun facts about Master of the House actor Narilya Gulmongkolpech.