Liam Crowley

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

Marvel's Eternals Writers Reveal Multiverse Impact on MCU Movie

Eternals writers Kaz and Ryan Firpo discussed the multiverse's impact on their film.

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Eternals Review: Why Marvel's Most Epic Movie Is Worth Watching

Two weeks ahead of Eternals' theatrical debut, The Direct brings a spoiler free review of the film.

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The Dark Knight Actor Michael Caine Debunks Retirement Rumors

The Dark Knight's Michael Caine debunked rumors about his supposed retirement.

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Loki: Chris Evans, Chadwick Boseman, & More MCU Voices Featured In Finale

Loki's finale paid tribute to the MCU's entire history with quotes from over a dozen different Marvel Studios installments.

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Chris Hemsworth's Thor 4 Paycheck Revealed (And How It Compares to Robert Pattinson's Batman Pay)

The God of Thunder and the Caped Crusader's paychecks have been revealed for their upcoming 2022 flicks.

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David Yarovesky Talks Working with Sam Raimi for Nightbooks (Exclusive)

Nightbooks director David Yarovesky says his collaboration with Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness director Sam Raimi was everything he hoped for.

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Doctor Strange Director Reacts to Marvel Disapproval From Dune's Denis Villeneuve

Doctor Strange's Scott Derrickson and District 9's Neil Blomkamp fire back at Denis Villeneuve's "cut and paste" comments about Marvel movies.

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The Mandalorian's Emily Swallow Speaks Out on Gina Carano's Firing

The Mandalorian's Emily Swallow had nothing but good things to say about her former series co-star, Gina Carano.

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Is Eternals Getting Delayed? New Report Reveals When Disney Will Make the Call on Marvel Release

Marvel Studios is said to have less than a month to decide how they will release Chloe Zhao's Eternals.

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Marvel's Shang-Chi: 10 Easter Eggs & Plot Hints From MCU Movie Trailer

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings' latest trailer contained numerous ties to the greater Marvel Cinematic Universe.

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Spider-Man 3: No Way Home Theory: Will the Avengers Forget About Peter Parker?

Some Avengers amnesia could have real-world repercussions on the future of Spider-Man.

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Marvel's Kevin Feige Gets Candid About Fixing Thor: The Dark World's Problems

Thor: The Dark World was reworked the summer before its November release, consequently needing 35 days of reshoots.

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Spider-Man 3: No Way Home Theory Connects Loki With Doc Ock & Electro

Doctor Strange's newest relic could be connected to a Loki location.

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Alienware Announces Gaming Contest Featuring Fortnite, Valorant & More, Including $400K Prize Pool

Fortnite, Rainbow Six Siege, and others will headline The 2021 Alienware Games, beginning on August 27!

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Black Panther 2: New Set Photo Teases Police Scene With Military Vehicles

Two armored military vehicles seem to be accompanying a Cambridge police car on the set of Black Panther 2.

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Marvel's Shang-Chi Reviews: What Are Critics' First Reactions?

First reactions to Marvel's latest blockbuster are overwhelmingly positive.

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Chris Hemsworth Welcomes Shang-Chi to the MCU Ahead of Marvel Premiere

Thor star Chris Hemsworth gears fans up for September's Shang-Chi.

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Loki's Kang Actor Is Already Going Hard With His Ant-Man 3 Script

Jonathan Majors revealed how he is approaching the Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania script.

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Captain America's Red Skull Returns In New Trailer For Marvel's What If

The Red Skull makes his animated debut in the latest social teaser for Marvel Studio's What If...?.

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Marvel Studios Rejected This Spider-Man Episode Idea For Being Too Scary For Disney+'s What If

What If...? creator A.C. Bradley said she had a storyline in mind where Peter Parker turned into an actual Spider.

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Deadpool 3: Taxi Driver Actor Comments on Return Possibilities

Deadpool star Karan Soni expressed uncertainty about whether he'll return to the franchise but is excited for the MCU's take on Wade Wilson.

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Black Panther 2 Rumored to Introduce Ironheart to the Marvel Cinematic Universe

The heir to Tony Stark is rumored to debut in 2022's Black Panther sequel.

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Shang-Chi: Awkwafina & Simu Liu's MCU Characters Shine on New Magazine Cover

Shang-Chi, Katy, and Xialing are spotlighted in two new magazine covers for the upcoming film.

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Hawkeye Star Reveals Exactly How Old Hailee Steinfeld's Kate Bishop Will Be In the MCU

Jeremy Renner discussed Kate Bishop's maturity level when she debuts in the Hawkeye series this fall on Disney+.

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HBO Max's Batman Spin-off, Batgirl, Casts In the Heights Star Leslie Grace as Lead Hero

HBO Max has cast 'In the Heights' star Leslie Grace as Barbara Gordon.

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Spider-Man 3: Merch Offers New Look at Tom Holland's Upgraded No Way Home Suit

Spider-Man: No Way Home makes its first marketing splash as an official toy from the film hits shelves.

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How Marvel's Kevin Feige Improved Loki's Finale Opening

Director Kate Herron attributes the Infinity Saga quotes cold open to Kevin Feige.

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Blade: Marvel Studios Finds Director For Mahershala Ali Movie

The long-awaited Blade reboot at Marvel Studios has reportedly tapped Bassam Tariq to direct the film.

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Loki Director Responds To Peggy Carter's Possible Cameo

Loki director Kate Herron wants to see an Episode 1 Easter Egg get explored further.

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Loki Finale Props Spotted at Disneyland's Avengers Campus

Various books, diagrams, and more from He Who Remains' citadel are on display at Avengers Campus.

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Loki Director Teases Many Versions of Jonathan Majors' Kang In Upcoming MCU Project

Director Kate Herron says fans can expect "a lot of different versions" of Jonathan Majors in the MCU.

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Loki Director Explains True Identity of Finale Villain

Director Kate Herron has clarified who Jonathan Majors plays in the season finale of Loki.

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Wolverine Star Hugh Jackman Reacts To Ryan Reynolds' Latest Deadpool Promo

Hugh Jackman is a big fan of the latest Deadpool and Korg footage.

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Loki: Disney Reveals Spoilery Images From Season Finale

New images from the season finale of Loki show Sylvie and Loki inside a mysterious castle while Ravonna Renslayer and Miss Minutes have a chat.

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Spider-Man 3: Best Look Yet at Tom Holland's New Black Suit Revealed

A highly-detailed look at Spider-Man's black and gold suit from Spider-Man: No Way Home comes in the form of this Hot Toy.

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Black Widow Star Addresses Taskmaster's Future In the MCU

The actor behind the mysterious Taskmaster says they would love to play the masked figure again in a future Marvel film.

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Disney Pushes Wyatt Russell, Julia Louis-Dreyfus & More For Falcon and Winter Soldier Emmys Campaign

Leading men Anthony Mackie and Sebastian Stan captain a stacked awards campaign by Marvel Studios for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

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Black Widow Reveals Another Hidden Detail About Valentina Allegra De Fontaine

A familiar detail resurfaces in Black Widow that puts Julia Louis-Dryfus's allegiance in question.

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Black Widow Director on Why Florence Pugh Was the Right Actress For Yelena

Black Widow director Cate Shortland said that Florence Pugh's ballet background made for unique action scenes.

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Black Widow Director Reveals Why a Rumored Avengers Cameo Didn't Happen

Natasha Romanoff's solo flick was purposefully planned to emphasize the standalone factor.

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