Nathan is a writer at The Direct where he covers Star Wars, the MCU, and DC news. He joined The Direct in April 2021 and currently writes news and feature articles about all three brands mentioned above, but his main specialty is his knowledge about anything and everything Star Wars.
Nathan recently graduated from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville in December 2022 where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Communication with a major in Journalism & Electronic Media.
You can follow Nathan on Twitter (@nathansmalls_13) to keep up with his thoughts on Star Wars, fantasy books, and pro wrestling.
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Nathan Johnson's Latest The Direct Articles
Marvel Studios Just Lost 10 Superheroes at Once
Fans recently had to say goodbye to 10 different MCU superheroes simultaneously.
James Gunn Confirms 4 DCU Projects He Is Currently Working On
There are four specific projects James Gunn is actively working on for the DCU.
The New Mutants Director Slams His Own Marvel Movie: 'So Unfulfilling' (Exclusive)
The writer and director of The New Mutants was not happy with how the movie turned out.
Marvel Studios Releases Historic Poster Showing Thanos' Phase 6 Return
Marvel Studios just revealed a three-part poster for its newest project on Disney+, Marvel Zombies.
HBO Releases Official 'Game of Thrones' Timeline for New Spin-off Shows
HBO revealed an official Westeros timeline, which includes every Game of Thrones series.
Marvel Revives Chadwick Boseman's T'Challa for One Final MCU Cameo
Marvel Studios paid tribute to Chadwick Boseman's Black Panther in Marvel Zombies.
James Gunn Will Expand DC Slate With 8 Green Lantern Heroes
Nine different Green Lanterns will be appearing in the DCU.
Andor Star Officially Debunks a Dark Theory About Syril & Dedra
One Andor actor officially closed the lid on a popular Star Wars theory about the show.
Star Wars Will Officially Abandon Canon With Next Disney+ Show
Star Wars' next project will be taking place outside of the universe's canon.
Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Family Tree: Aegon Targaryen's Relatives from Game of Thrones & House of the Dragon
A new Game of Thrones spin-off means the Targaryen family tree has expanded again.
Disney Announces New 'Frozen' Spin-off Ahead of Frozen 3
Frozen 3 is on the horizon, but Disney will be releasing another Frozen project sooner than that.
X-Men '97 Season 2 Confirmed to Include 5 'Avengers: Doomsday' Heroes
A few important members of the X-Men will be appearing in both X-Men '97 and Avengers: Doomsday.
Marvel Studios Releases New Blade Teaser Video Amid Movie Delays
Marvel Studios finally released a teaser trailer centered around Blade.
Star Wars Unveils Its 2nd-Ever Jedi With a Pink Lightsaber
A Jedi rocking a pink lightsaber will be introduced in an upcoming Star Wars project.
Disney+ Unveils Jar Jar Binks' Major Redesign (And He Looks Wild)
One of Star Wars' most famous theories was completely redesigned in a recent show.
Marvel Studios Just Released Its 4th-Ever TV Show Outside of Canon
Marvel Studios just released a new project, but it is actually not canon to the MCU.
Wicked 2 Is Confirmed to Fix the Broadway Show's Glinda Issue
Wicked: For Good will make one major change to the Broadway musical.
DC Officially Changes the Title of Batman's Next TV Show
A new Batman TV series officially received a name change prior to its release.
Disney+ Announces Green Goblin's Return for 2025 Marvel Show
Green Goblin will be returning to an upcoming Marvel show that will premiere in 2025.
Interview With the Vampire Season 3's Release Month Seemingly Revealed by Jacob Anderson
Interview with the Vampire actor Jacob Anderson just revealed when the show is returning.
DC Officially Unveils New Harley Quinn Logo Amid Margot Robbie Exit Reports
DC just gave Harley Quinn a brand new logo as the company ushers in a new era.
Darth Revan Makes First-Ever Star Wars Disney+ Appearance
A legendary Star Wars character who has never been in canon recently appeared on Disney+.
MCU: 7 Confirmed Details About X-Men Reboot Movie (Cast, Plot & More)
The MCU's X-Men movie is moving forward at Marvel Studios and fans already know some details.
Marvel Studios Omits 1 MCU Staple from Its 2026 Movie & TV Slate
2026 will include something the MCU hasn't had since 2010, and fans can decide if it's good or bad.
Key Obi-Wan Kenobi Easter Egg Found In Mandalorian and Grogu Movie
One major Obi-Wan Kenobi Easter egg was included in The Mandalorian and Grogu's first teaser.
Disney+ Finally Adds Star Wars Collection That's Been Missing for Years
These aren't the droids you're looking for, but it is the Star Wars collection fans have been missing.
Gabby's Dollhouse Movie Popcorn Buckets & Merch Are Cat-Tastic
The special popcorn buckets for the Gabby's Dollhouse movie have finally been revealed.
Peacemaker Season 2 Just Recast a Major 'Suicide Squad' Actor as a New DC Villain
One of James Gunn's most popular actors appeared in Peacemaker despite having a role in the Suicide Squad.
Marvel Unveils Florence Pugh's Scrapped Spider-Gwen Look
Yelena Belova almost channeled her inner Spider-Gwen in Thunderbolts*.
Star Wars Releases First Official Look At Zeb In The Mandalorian and Grogu Movie (Photos)
Star Wars Rebels' Garazeb Orrelios was finally revealed in The Mandalorian & Grogu trailer.
'Marvel Zombies' Just Revealed 14 MCU Characters Are Now Zombies
Some fan-favorite superheroes will be brainless monsters in Marvel Zombies.
Marvel Studios Just Unveiled Iron Fist's New Superpower for Phase 6
Marvel made some significant changes to Iron Fist's power in Eyes of Wakanda.
James Gunn Admits 2 New DC Studios Projects Are Not Actually Canon
The DCU is in full swing, but there are already some releases featuring DCU characters that aren't canon.
Star Wars' Newest Disney+ Show Receives Near-Perfect Reviews
Nearly everyone has highly praised an upcoming Star Wars Disney+ series.
Star Wars Announces Return of Key 'Andor' Character In Next Disney+ Show
A major Andor character is already making their return to the Star Wars universe.
Lucasfilm Is Reviving 1 Shelved Star Wars Movie (And I'm So Excited)
One Star Wars movie everyone thought was dead is now finally on its way back.
Spider-Man Repeats Thor's Avengers: Infinity War Mistake In Disney+'s Marvel Zombies Trailer
Spider-Man should have gone for the head, but he wasn't around to learn from Thor's mistake in Infinity War.
Disney Releases New Avengers Doomsday Promo; Showing Doctor Doom, X-Men & More
A special promo for Avengers: Doomsday was revealed by Disney at one of its expos.
Star Wars Releases First-Ever Poster for Darth Jar Jar
Darth Jar Jar has finally made his way onto an official Star Wars poster.
Star Wars Officially Confirms Baby Yoda's Preferred Name
Star Wars is fully embracing the Baby Yoda name for Grogu, as it was recently mentioned on-screen.