Liam Crowley

Writer, Editor & Podcast Producer

I joined The Direct because I believe in entertainment journalism. My passion for entertainment news started with my fandom for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which quickly spiralled into Oscar-bait films, and eventually propelled me to pursuing a career in the broadcast field.

The MCU has raised me from boyhood. I began watching these films at seven-year-old with Iron Man and have quite literally grown up with each MCU release. This peaked my freshman in college, where I drove 325 miles home to see Endgame with my closest mates at our favorite theatre. These characters and these stories are incredibly special to me, and I want to help ignite that passion with my readers and listeners. With the MCU now being over a decade old, there are some audience members who weren't even born when it began. I see this as an opportunity to help foster fandom within a new generation of MCU viewers. My goals with this platform are to inspire discussions on MCU topics, to create consistent and compelling content, and to have daily interaction with fans on social media.

My favorite MCU movie is Captain America: The Winter Soldier, and I attributes that to it’s gritty, realistic, and political approach to the often fantastical Marvel Universe. Its commentary on the world only gets more relevant with age. I saw this film in theatres opening night when I was just 13 years old, and no matter how many times I revisit it, I still find it magnificently compelling.

While I have many honorable mentions, my favorite MCU character has to be Captain America. Watching Cap's seven-film arc is absolutely fascinating. Some view him as a traditional protagonist, but he is so much more than that. He consistently evolves, from being an obedient boy scout, to a man out of time with no one to trust, to being villified by society for standing up for what he believes in. Through all that, his morals never waver. I attributes many of his proudest personality traits, such as the ability to see the good in people to the commitment to doing the right thing over the popular thing, as traits I learned from Steve Rogers. Some even say I resemble a young Chris Evans, but I would never say that. 

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Liam Crowley's Latest Stories

Doctor Strange 2 Cast | Full List of Marvel Characters

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness brings back the original cast, debuts new heroes, and even cameos some shock characters.

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Marvel's Blade Reboot: Actress Milan Ray Cast as Key Character

Another name has been added to Mahershala Ali's Blade reboot at Marvel Studios.

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Lightyear Review: Is It Better Than the Toy Story Movies?

The Chris Evans-led Toy Story spin-off delivers an energetic tale of Buzz Lightyear's other-worldly adventures.

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Loki Season 2: MCU Writer Teases Doctor Strange 2's Impact on the TVA

Doctor Strange 2 scribe Michael Waldron says we will "find out" the film's impact on Loki.

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Hawkeye Season 2 Receives Promising Update From Disney Awards Campaign

Hawkeye's awards campaign changing lanes indicated a second season could be on the way.

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Doctor Strange 2: Jett Klyne Talks Elizabeth Olsen's Guidance, Marvel Secrecy & More (Exclusive)

Doctor Strange 2 star Jett Klyne revealed his fondest memories of working with Marvel Studios so far.

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Thor: Love and Thunder: 11 Easter Eggs & Details You Might've Missed In New Trailer

Thor: Love and Thunder's official trailer features numerous nods to Marvel Comics lore.

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Doctor Strange 2: Sam Raimi Didn't Originally Want [SPOILERS] to Appear

Doctor Strange 2 writer Michael Waldron revealed director Sam Raimi did not want to "just [play] the hits."

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Spider-Man: No Way Home Actor Returning for Disney+'s Ms. Marvel

A familiar face from Spider-Man: No Way Home is returning for the upcoming Disney+ series.

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Doctor Strange 2's Ice Cream Song Origins Revealed (Exclusive)

Doctor Strange 2 star Jett Klyne reveals his reaction to the 'ice cream' song.

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MCU: Tommy Maximoff Actor Reveals His Dream Young Avengers Roster (Exclusive)

Doctor Strange 2's Jett Klyne discusses his favorite line-ups of the Young Avengers.

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The Offer Director Adam Arkin Explains How He Recreated The Godfather World (Exclusive)

The Offer director Adam Arkin reveals his connections to The Godfather, his inspirations when filming, and which other legendary films he wants shows about.

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Doctor Strange 2 Confirms Tony Stark’s Biggest Fear

Doctor Strange 2's revelation about dreams takes Iron Man's character arc in a new direction.

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Loki Season 2 Reveals Filming Start Date

Loki Season 2 is set to begin filming in less than one month.

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Doctor Strange 2 Post-Credits Explained: Who Is [SPOILERS]?

The Doctor Strange 2 post credits scene debuted a new character and set up a major storyline for the next installment.

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Doctor Strange 2 Review: Why Multiverse of Madness is Worth Watching

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is Marvel's most ambitious film since Avengers: Endgame.

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Kevin Feige Gets Candid About the MCU's New LGBTQ Hero

Marvel President Kevin Feige noted that all Marvel characters are defined by more than just one thing.

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Aquaman 2 Will Feature Child of Amber Heard’s Mera (Exclusive)

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom will expand the Curry pedigree.

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MCU Phase 5: Marvel Studios Announces Retreat for Next Decade of Movies

Marvel President Kevin Feige says his team is actively preparing the next ten years of MCU films.

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Outer Banks Actor Endorses Rudy Pankow to Play MCU's Human Torch (Exclusive)

Spider-Man's Gary Weeks points to Outer Banks co-star Rudy Pankow as a potential MCU Human Torch.

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Benedict Cumberbatch Defends Doctor Strange 2 Amid LGBTQ Ban

Doctor Strange 2's leading man called the Saudi Arabian request to remove an America Chavez scene an "expected disappointment."

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Spider-Man: No Way Home’s Massive Profit Totals Revealed

Spider-Man: No Way Home's net profit is triple that of the first film in the trilogy.

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Disney Casts Doubt on Thor 4's Multiverse Plot With New Synopsis

Thor: Love and Thunder's official synopsis dismissed a Multiversal theory regarding Natalie Portman's return.

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Marvel Reveals Doctor Strange 2's MacGuffin In New Trailer

Doctor Strange 2's latest promo features a prominent look at the Book of Vishanti.

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Spider-Man Actor Campaigns for Disney+ Damage Control Spin-off (Exclusive)

Spider-Man's Gary Weeks pointed to Iron Man 3's Malibu Mansion destruction as a potential Damage Control episode.

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Marvel Fan Spots Possible Eternals Connection In New Doctor Strange 2 Trailer

Doctor Strange 2's latest promo features some Eternals imagery on a castle wall.

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Chris Pratt, Tessa Thompson & More Marvel Stars React to Thor: Love and Thunder Trailer

Stars from across Marvel Studios react to the new Thor: Love and Thunder trailer.

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Gal Gadot Shares Promising Wonder Woman 3 Update

Wonder Woman star Gal Gadot and director Patty Jenkins noted that the script for the upcoming threequel is in development.

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Thor: Love and Thunder: 10 Easter Eggs & Hidden Details In New Trailer

Allusions to Gorr the God Butcher and the Olympians are prevalent throughout Thor: Love and Thunder's debut trailer.

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Jason Momoa Reportedly In Talks to Join Minecraft Movie

The Aquaman star has entered negotiations to lead a Minecraft film.

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Marvel Fan Spots Doctor Strange 2 Trailer Easter Egg That We All Missed

An object from 2016's Doctor Strange is returning in an unexpected capacity in Multiverse of Madness.

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Johnny Depp, Amber Heard Trial: DC Film Boss Testifies Against Aquaman Star

The Johnny Depp Vs. Amber Heard defamation trial has reportedly received a long testimony from DC Film President Walter Hamada.

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Thor 4 Merch Teases Big Change for the Guardians of the Galaxy

Merchandise for Ravager Thor hints at a big change within the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise.

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Iron Man Disney+ Spin-off, Ironheart, Gains Directors

Ironheart landed two directors for its first season and officially welcomed Black Panther's Ryan Coogler to the creative team.

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Elizabeth Olsen, Rachel McAdams & More Receive New Doctor Strange 2 Character Posters

Marvel Studios has unveiled new looks at Doctor Strange, Scarlet Witch, Master Mordo, and more.

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Disney+ Fixes Censorship Problems In Falcon and Winter Soldier (Photos)

The blood is back on Disney+'s The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

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Elizabeth Olsen Appreciates Scarlet Witch's Mistakes Ahead of Doctor Strange 2

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness stars Elizabeth Olsen and Benedict Cumberbatch discussed their characters' journeys of self-discovery.

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Moon Knight Fan Discovers Thor & Black Panther Easter Eggs In Episode 1

Moon Knight's premiere episode featured references to Wakanda and New Asgard.

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Black Panther 2 Leak Teases Major New Conflict In Wakanda

Dominique Thorne's Riri Williams is rumored to be responsible for Black Panther 2's big conflict.

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Guardians of the Galaxy 3's 'Wonderful' Cameos Teased By Director

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 director James Gunn says the film has "wonderful cameos" on the horizon.

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