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.
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Nathan Johnson's Latest The Direct Articles
Marvel Studios' Biggest Flop of 2025 Is Now an Official Bomb
One of Marvel Studios' 2025 films didn't live up to expectations at the box office.
'Hudson and Rex' Star Reveals Why Hudson Is Not In Season 7
John Reardon was absent for a portion of Hudson and Rex Season 7, and here's why.
The Gilded Age's Mrs. Astor Actress Is a 66-Year-Old Who is a Broadway Legend
Donna Murphy, who played Mrs. Astor in The Gilded Age Season 3, has had an incredible career.
Peacemaker Season 2 Will Be Missing 4 Major Stars from Season 1
Four actors who had substantial roles in Peacemaker Season 1 will not be brought back for Season 2.
New Fantastic Four 2025 Concept Art Makes Me Sad About What We Missed Out On
Some Fantastic Four concept art featured something that unfortunately didn't appear in the film.
James Gunn Just Made 3 Big Announcements About the DCU's Future at SDCC 2025
DC made a huge splash at Comic-Con, with leader James Gunn making a few huge announcements.
Marvel's First 2028 Movie Just Got Revealed (And It's a Big One)
A major MCU sequel will reportedly be Marvel Studios' first film of 2028.
The Chosen Creator Explains the Meaning Behind Season 5's Most Emotional Scene (Exclusive)
Dallas Jenkins revealed why Jesus had those specific visions in the Garden of Gethsemane.
Eyes of Wakanda's MCU Canon Placement Just Got Confirmed
Disney+'s Eyes of Wakanda series features a handful of connections to MCU canon.
Gilded Age Star Addresses If Mr. Russell Will Die Following Season 3 Twist
The Gilded Age Season 3, Episode 7 included a major moment regarding Mr. Russell.
Why 'Chief of War' Is Not In English, According to Jason Momoa & Apple TV Show Creator
Jason Momoa's most recent project is not in English, and there's a specific reason why.
2025 Batman Movie Reveals First Look at the New Joker (Photos)
Batman's biggest adversary will be returning in a 2025 movie, and fans finally got a look at him.
Disney Reveals First Look at the Next Grogu (And He's Adorable)
Disney is going to have a new Grogu on its hands in an upcoming Disney+ series.
The Challenge Season 41 Spoilers Unveil Likely Winners for 'Vets and New Threats' Men & Women Sides
Although the show just began, fans already know who will win The Challenge Season 41.
Lucasfilm Says Goodbye to Disney's Historic 5-Year Star Wars Experiment
Star Wars' experimental interconnected universe set in the High Republic era is now over.
The Lazarus Project Season 3 Story Ambitions Shared By Show Cast
The Lazarus Project stars are already fighting for the show to be renewed for Season 3.
New Bridgerton Season 4 Update Indicates When It'll Finally Come Out
Bridgerton Season 4 is still quite far out, but its release window may have been secretly revealed.
Malin Akerman's Wig In 'Hunting Wives' Has a Good Reason for Existing, Despite Fan Criticism
Malin Akerman's wig in The Hunting Wives has received a lot of criticism, but there's a reason it exists.
Disney+ Just Introduced a New Version of Black Panther's T'Challa
A new iteration of T'Challa was recently introduced in a brand new Disney+ series.
Disney Announces Descendants 5 Release Window
Disney finally provided a release window for the upcoming Descendants film, titled Wicked Wonderland.
Fantastic Four Popcorn Bucket Guide (AMC, Regal & Cinemark)
There are more than a few Fantastic Four popcorn buckets coming to theaters.
James Gunn Confirms DC Studios' 10-Year Plan Never Included 2026 Batman Spin-Off Movie
One of the most anticipated DCU movies that will be released next year wasn't originally planned.
Hunting Wives: What Did Sophie Do, Confirmed In Netflix Show's 8th Episode
Sophie made a huge decision in the finale episode of Netflix's The Hunting Wives.
Fantastic Four: First Steps Movie's 6 Big Spoilers Revealed
The Fantastic Four: First Steps isn't even out yet, but the marketing spoiled some major elements of it.
Marvel Studios Confirms 1 Sad Fantastic Four Rumor Is Untrue
Luckily, one devastating Fantastic Four rumor will not be made a reality.
The MCU's Spider-Man Director Chooses His Next Movie (And It's an Amazing Choice)
Jon Watts has apparently been chosen to direct an upcoming movie that fits him perfectly.
Star Wars' 7th Multi-Season Disney+ Show Now In Development
Star Wars is continuing to expand its multi-season TV show library on Disney+.
Stranger Things Season 5 Confirmed to Feature 3 Villains (Including 1 New Enemy)
Netflix's Stranger Things Season 5 will feature at least three major villains.
2025 Fantastic Four Movie's Early Reactions Are In - And They're Not a Mixed Bag
Early reviews for The Fantastic Four: First Steps indicate the film won't be divisive.
All 10 Upcoming Star Wars Movies, Ranked by Excitement Level
A lot of Star Wars movies are on the twin suns' horizon, with excitement levels varying.
Disney Cancels Spin-off of One of Its Most Popular Shows (Official)
Disney just canceled yet another original series, this time being a spin-off.
Bridgerton Season 4 Confirmed to Feature 6 Romantic Couples
Love will be in the air during the entirety of Netflix's Bridgerton Season 4.
Marvel Studios Is Giving 1 Fantastic Four Character Their Own Spin-off Project
One of Fantastic Four's most important characters will be getting their own project.
2025 Fantastic Four Movie Poster Continues Marvel's Most Overdone Villain Trend
If anyone thought Marvel would retire this overused villain trend for Fantastic Four, they didn't...
Ahsoka Season 2: All 10 Heroes & Villains Confirmed to Appear, Ranked by Power Level
The Force is strong with these 10 heroes and villains that will appear in Ahsoka Season 2.
James Gunn Confirms The 1 DCU Project DC Studios Is Bringing To Comic-Con 2025
Comic-Con 2025 will highlight one major upcoming project from James Gunn's DCU.
GLOW Season 4 Story Plans Revealed (Exclusive)
One of GLOW's stars revealed what would have happened in Season 4 of the show.
DC Confirms James Gunn's Superman Is NOT Stronger Than 1 Villain
One Superman villain will rival the Man of Steel in terms of strength.
Marvel Studios Reveals First Look at MCU Johnny Storm's Flame Powers (And It Looks Way Better than Marvel's Past Movie Versions)
Flame on! Marvel gave fans a fresh look at Johnny Storm's superpowers, and they're a major upgrade.
DC Studios Just Revealed Superman's 7th Superpower In 2025 Movie
James Gunn's Superman will display more than a handful of main powers.