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
Marvel's Kang Actor Recasting: New Update on Jonathan Majors' Replacement Revealed by Insider
A new update was given on the replacement of Jonathan Majors as Kang the Conqueror.
Who Is Leaving Chicago Fire? 4 Actors Exiting Series
Which major characters will be leaving the Chicago Fire series?
Law and Order: Did Jeffrey Donovan Leave? Why Frank Cosgrove's Actor Departed the Show
Law and Order is finally back with Season 23, but why actor Jeffrey Donovan has been replaced.
Law and Order 2024 Cast, Characters & Actors (Photos)
Law & Order will continue captivating audiences when Season 23 is released, and here is every character and actor expected to appear.
Chicago Med 2024 Cast, Characters & Actors (Photos)
Chicago Med is returning for Season 9, so here are all the returning characters and actors.
The Chosen Season 4: New Posters for 12 Main Characters Released (Photos)
The Chosen Season 4 is on its way with new posters for each of the show's main characters.
Who Is Meira from Love Is Blind: Sweden? 4 Things to Know About Influencer
Meira Omar took center stage in Netflix's Love is Blind: Sweden, so here is everything fans should know about the influencer.
MCU: First Look at Wonder Man Logo & Superhero Symbol Revealed (Photos)
Fans finally have their first unofficial look at one of the MCU's most under-the-radar projects.
La Brea Season 3 Cast, Characters & Actors (Photos)
La Brea is back for one final season, and here are all of the actors and characters expected to appear.
Star Wars Announces 4th New Movie on Future Release Slate
A new Star Wars movie that will be released in theaters was recently confirmed.
Gilded Age Season 3 Gets Exciting Update from Producer
The Gilded Age producer Sonja Warfield already has Season 3's story in mind.
The Brothers Sun Season 2 Gets Hopeful Update from Creator
The Brothers Sun creator Byron Wu talked about the possibility of there being a Season 2 of the show.
Natalia Speaks TV Ending Explained
Here is what happened at the end of the recently released documentary about Natalia Grace.
Sofia Boutella Reveals 1 Problem She Had With Her Rebel Moon Character
Rebel Moon star Sofia Boutella had an issue with her character in the Netflix film.
James Gunn Rejected These 6 Actors for His Superman Movie
Here are six notable actors who auditioned for Superman: Legacy but didn't get the part.
My Demon Episode 11 Release Date & Remaining Schedule
Fans now know when they can expect to see the remaining episodes of My Demon.
Locke and Key Season 4: Will More Episodes Ever Release?
Many fans are wondering if more episodes of Locke & Key will ever be released or if the series is finished for good.
Rebel Moon Actor Reveals 1 Big Problem With the PG-13 Cut Now on Netflix
A Rebel Moon star urged fans to watch the R-rated cut of the film for one particular reason.
Is Celestials: End of Time Real or Fake? Eternals 2 Movie Rumors Explained
Is Marvel Studios producing an Eternals sequel titled Celestials: End of Time?
Disney Confirms Unfortunate News for Andor Season 2's Release
Andor will be released on Disney+ later than fans originally expected.
Where to Watch The Chosen Season 4 - Streaming & Theater Details
Season 4 of The Chosen will be released in early 2024, and many fans are wondering where they can watch it.
Marvel Studios Announces Actor for Historic New MCU Superhero
Fans finally know who will be playing Kahhori in What If...? Season 2.
The Accountant 2 Release, Cast & Everything We Know
Here is everything you need to know about The Accountant 2.
Will Marvel Recast Kang? John Boyega And Damson Idris Casting Speculation Trends Online
Who do fans want to see play Kang the Conqueror now that Jonathan Majors is gone?
Bookie Actor Reveals How Charlie Sheen's Behavior Defied Expectations on Set
Bookie's star actor explained what it was like to work with Charlie Sheen.
Yellowstone Announces 2024 TV Release Date Schedule on CBS
Paramount announced when Season 3 of Yellowstone will premiere on CBS.
Ahsoka Actress Reveals Why Sabine Has a Disrespectful Attitude
Sabine Wren actress Natasha Liu Bordizzo talked about her character's disrespectfulness toward Ahsoka.
Hulu Announces New Season of 1 Forgotten Marvel Show
A new season of a rather forgotten Marvel show was confirmed to be releasing soon.
Martin Freeman Controversy & Allegations Explained
Why is Martin Freeman such a controversial figure in Hollywood?
SEAL Team Season 7 Release, Cast & Everything We Know
SEAL Team will return for Season 7 on Paramount+. Here is everything you need to know about the upcoming season.
The Chosen Season 4 Star Issues Warning for Upcoming 'Painful' Episodes
One actor warned viewers of the heaviness that will come with The Chosen Season 4.
Is San Andreas 2 Releasing In 2024? New Movie Rumors Explained
Recent rumors suggested San Andreas 2 will hit theaters in 2024, but will it actually come out?
The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 Release, Cast & Everything We Know
Here is everything fans need to know about Season 3 of The Lincoln Lawyer.
Hilda Season 3 Cast, Characters & Actors (Photos)
Here is every main character and actor that will appear in Hilda Season 3.
Every DC Superhero TV Show Releasing In 2024
Here is every single DC show that will be released throughout 2024.
Gilded Age Season 2: How Many Episodes Are Left?
Following the premiere of Episode 6, how many chapters of The Gilded Age are left in Season 2?
Marvel Studios Just Unveiled a Historic New MCU Superhero
An upcoming MCU Disney+ series will feature a brand-new superhero.
Avengers 5 Announcement Gets Mixed Reaction from Fans
Fans now know who will pen Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, but how does everyone feel about the decision?
2024 Planet of the Apes Director Confirms What We All Suspected About the New Main Character
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes director Wes Ball revealed what type of story viewers can expect to see.
Gran Turismo Movie's Streaming Release Date Just Got Revealed (Report)
Fans finally know when they will be able to officially stream Gran Turismo.