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 Stories
The Ark Season 3 Gets Official Brief Update Amid Release Demand (Exclusive)
The Ark creator Dean Devlin had some promising words for fans about Season 3 at the Saturn Awards.
Sopranos Season 3 Episode 7, 28:39 Scene Meaning & WWE Poster Explained
A moment in the Royal Rumble has gone viral due to a fan's sign about The Sopranos.
Fallen Movie 2: Will a Sequel to the 2016 Film Ever Release?
Fans have been waiting for a sequel to Fallen for years, with many wondering if one could ever come out.
Marvel Studios Just Revealed Its Luna Snow
One of Marvel's biggest up-and-comers just got introduced by Marvel Studios.
Beast Games: Meet Emma Nelson, Player 937
Emma Nelson, aka Player 937, is making a name for herself as the youngest remaining competitor in Beast Games.
Star Wars Is Saying Goodbye to Andor With Season 2 - Here's Why
Many are wondering why Andor is ending with Season 2 since Season 1 was received so well.
Kitchen Nightmares: Kindred Restaurant's Unfortunate Fate Revealed
Even a world-class chef like Gordon Ramsay couldn't help New Orleans' latest dining nightmare.
Here's What Happened to Letty In Fast and Furious
Letty was the subject of a major plot twist in the Fast and Furious franchise.
Nickelodeon Releases New 'Heroverse' Timeline for Henry Danger & Thundermans Universe
Fans finally know exactly when some projects within the Dangerverse and Thunderverse take place.
Here's Why The Batman 2 Movie's Release Is Taking So Long
Fans are growing impatient waiting for The Batman Part II to be released.
Here's When The Gilded Age Season 3's Release Is Now Expected
When will everyone's favorite new money vs. old money rivalry return for Season 3?
Culpa Nuestra Movie: Release, Cast, Story & Everything We Know
There are already some confirmed details fans should know about the Culpables threequel.
Charlotte's Absence from Henry Danger Movie: Why She Isn't In the Film
One of Henry Danger's major characters was notably absent from the recent movie.
Is Carly Leaving General Hospital In 2025? Here's What We Know
Fans continue to worry about Carly leaving General Hospital sometime soon.
Avengers 5: Major Marvel Star Confirms His Surprising Doomsday Absence
One of the MCU's biggest superheroes will be absent from Avengers: Doomsday.
The Bad Shepherd Movie's Unexpected Ending Explained
Some are still confused about the ending of The Bad Shepherd, particularly about Sidney's identity.
Henry Danger Movie's Big Captain Man Twist Explained
The OG Dangerverse superhero made an unexpected appearance in the Henry Danger movie.
Where Is Beast Games' Island? Location In Real Life, Revealed
Is the island on Beast Games a real place, and does it actually have a moat around it?
Henry Danger 2 Movie: Will a Sequel Ever Release?
The Henry Danger film just released, but fans already want to know if there will be a sequel.
Marvel Studios Announces 9 MCU Actors Cast In 'Marvel Zombies'
Some fan-favorite MCU actors are reprising their roles for Marvel Zombies on Disney+.
Scarlett Johansson's MCU Return In This Upcoming Movie Is Looking Very Likely
There wouldn't be a better time for Scarlett Johansson's MCU return than Avengers: Doomsday.
Vera Season 14 Cast: Every Actor & Character Who Appears (Photos)
Brenda Blethyn returned one last time as everyone's favorite DCI for Vera's final season.
The Baxters Season 4's Disappointing Update Has Me Upset With Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Prime Video may be canceling The Baxters for one frustrating reason.
Beast Games: Meet Michael, 'Grammy Award Winner' & Player 453 - 5 Things To Know About Him
Did Beast Games competitor Michael Robert House actually win a Grammy?
American Primeval Season 2's Release Prospects Get Optimistic Update from Producer
American Primeval's executive producer gave fans some good news about the show's future.
Bridgerton Season 4: Phoebe Dynevor Addresses Daphne Return Prospects
Daphne actress Phoebe Dynevor revealed her status for Bridgerton Season 4.
Here's Why Rick Loses His Hand In The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live
Rick Grimes made a life-altering decision in Episode 1 of his Walking Dead spin-off.
Where to Watch Distant 2024 Movie Online
Wait, why can I only find certain clips of Distant and not the whole movie?
Captain America 4 Runtime Is Much Shorter Than Expected
Captain America: Brave New World is one of the shortest MCU movies ever.
Squid Game: Who Is Guard 44? Kai Cenat Cast Listing Explained
Fans were shocked to hear who played Guard #44 in Squid Game Season 2, but was the casting real?
Captain America 4 Gets Concerning Script Update
Captain America: Brave New World may have too many cooks in the kitchen.
3 More Upcoming Marvel Movies Now at Risk of Cancellation
Some upcoming Marvel movies may not see the light of day following a recent report.
All 5 Upcoming 'Stranger Things' Seasons & Spin-offs Releasing Soon
The Stranger Things universe will be expanding more than fans think in the coming years.
Does Camila Die in Fake Profile? Her Season 2 Fate Explained
After Fake Profile Season 2's shocking ending, many are wondering if the show's main character survived.
Yellowstone Actor Shares Cryptic Season 6 Tease Amid Cancellation Concerns
One major Yellowstone actor recently claimed the show may continue with more seasons.
The Upshaws Season 6 Cast: Every Actor & Character (Photos)
Mike Epps and Wanda Sykes returned for Season 6 of Netflix's The Upshaws.
Do The Traitors Sleep In the Castle? Show Host Reveals the Truth
With the new season of The Traitors premiering, many wonder if the contestants actually sleep in the castle.
Meet Patrick Ball from The Pitt: 4 Things to Know About Dr. Langdon Actor
Max debuted a new series called The Pitt which features actor Patrick Ball.
Chicago Fire: Does Cruz Survive? His Fate Addressed by Star
The latest episode of Chicago Fire left Cruz's fate up in the air, leaving many to wonder if he will return.
Here's Why Hulk Hogan Got Booed Out of WWE Raw on Netflix
Hulk Hogan got booed out of the building at Monday Night Raw and many want to know why.