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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"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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Why Is Deadpool & Wolverine Rated R? Adult Scenes & Age Restriction Details Explained
Deadpool is the first R-rated movie made for the MCU, and it earns this rating on several counts.
Deadpool & Wolverine's Unsurprising Post-Credits Scene Count Confirmed
Deadpool and Wolverine's post-credit scene count will be unsurprising for fans.
Disney+ Starts Streaming Inside Out 2 Sampler: Here's How You Can Watch Online Now
A sneak peek of Inside Out 2's digital release was put out on Disney+.
Descendants 4: Who Is Morgana le Fay? Disney Character Explained
Morgana le Fay is not the most mainstream of Disney villains, but her son Morgie appears in Descendants 4.
What Happened to Carlos In Descendants 4? Cameron Boyce's Character Departure Explained
Descendants: Rise of Red is the franchise's first live-action movie since Cameron Boyce's death — is this addressed?
How Did Ben Die In Umbrella Academy? What Happened to Him, Explained
With a main character dead before the show even began, The Umbrella Academy has fans wondering just how Ben died.
Disney+ Announces Next Star Wars Show After The Acolyte
There are many upcoming Star Wars shows for fans to look forward to once The Acolyte ends.
Avengers 5: Benedict Cumberbatch Gives Exciting Production Update
Doctor Strange actor Benedict Cumberbatch shed light on Avengers 5's production timeline.
Percy Jackson Season 2 Gets Exciting Update, And Now I'm Convinced It'll Outdo Season 1
An update from Rick Riordan indicates that Season 2 of Percy Jackson will be even better than Season 1.
Inside Out 2's Disney Plus Streaming Release Gets Disappointing Update
After Inside Out 2's recent theatrical release, fans may wonder when it will be available to stream on Disney+.
Here's Why Mindy Kaling Isn't In Inside Out 2
Fear and Disgust may sound a bit different in the upcoming Inside Out 2.
Crazy Rich Asians 2 Sequel Gets Major Release Announcement from Studio
An HBO executive revealed some big news about the sequel to Crazy Rich Asians.
What Is 'My Best Day' 2024 Netflix? Series Trend Explained
A recent Snapchat filter has many wondering if a new show is coming to Netflix.
Deadpool & Wolverine Gets Unsurprising Rating
The third Deadpool movie has been officially rated, and Wade Wilson clocked it correctly in the Disney+ trailer weeks ago.
Here's Why Godzilla Minus One Is Called 'Minus One'
Godzilla Minus One may be a confusing title, but its meaning is actually quite pertinent to the movie's story.
Percy Jackson Season 2 Update Reveals New Release Projection
A recent update from Rick Riordan may be able to help fans figure out when Percy Jackson Season 2 will be released.
All 7 Marvel Movies & Shows Still Releasing In 2024
Almost halfway through 2024, fans can still expect some big releases from Marvel in the coming months.