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
Tara Strong Controversy & Allegations Explained
Voice actor Tara Strong recently stirred up some controversy, and many want to know why.
Star Wars Boss Kathleen Kennedy Is Not a 'Woke Warrior' at Disney (Report)
Lucasfilm's Kathleen Kennedy might not be as "woke" as some want to paint her out to be.
Young Sheldon Season 8: Will More Episodes Ever Release?
Fans want to know if Young Sheldon will continue once Season 7 is over.
Joker 2's Musical Concerns Get Shut Down By Director
Todd Phillips let fans know if Joker 2 will really be a musical as some have suggested.
The Chosen Season 5 Gets Exciting Announcement: When Will It Release?
Fans may now have an idea of when The Chosen Season 5 could be released.
Who Is Toan Le? 4 Things to Know About The Sympathizer Actor
The Sympathizer just debuted and many want to know more about one of its biggest stars.
The Regime Season 2 Gets Disappointing Update from Creator
It appears as though chances are slim of The Regime Season 2 happening.
Ruthless Season 5 Gets Exciting Update: When Will It Release?
Ruthless fans will be happy to learn that Season 5 just received a promising update.
Dune 2 Box Office: Every Record Broken So Far
Dune 2 has toppled multiple box office records. Here is what they all are.
The Challenge: All Stars Season 4 Spoilers: Winner & Finalists Rumors Explained
[SPOILERS] will bring home the $300,000 prize and win The Challenge: All Stars Season 4.
Dbrand Tweet Controversy & Apology Explained
What did Dbrand recently say that was so controversial on social media?
The Baxters Season 4 Gets Promising Update from Lead Actor
One The Baxters star teased that fans may eventually see Season 4 of the show.
American Rust Season 3 Gets Discouraging Update from Producer
Fans received disappointing news from American Rust's producers regarding Season 3.
All American: Who Is DuJuan Johnson? Tribute Explained
DuJuan Johnson received a tribute on the latest episode of All American.
Who Is Leaving When Calls the Heart? Every Actor Who Got Downgraded or Left
Find out which actors are leaving When Calls the Heart as Season 11 begins.
Disney+ Confirms 3 Marvel & Star Wars Releases for April 2024
Find out which Marvel and Star Wars projects will hit Disney+ in April 2024.
Resident Alien: Who Is Kenneth "Kenny" Frost? Tribute Explained
Why did Kenneth "Kenny" Frost receive a tribute at the end of Resident Alien Season 3?
Who Is Jocelyn Hudon? 5 Things to Know About Chicago Fire Actress
There are a few interesting things to know about Chicago Fire's Jocelyn Hudon.
The Little Things Movie Plot Explained: What Actually Happens In Denzel Washington Film
What really happened in the Denzel Washington-led crime thriller, The Little Things?
The Little Things Movie: Who Was the Killer?
Which character in The Little Things was the killer all along?
New Inside Out 2 Trailer Confirms Major Pixar Shared Universe Theory
Wait, the Pixar shared universe theory was confirmed in Inside Out 2's new trailer?
X-Men 97's Cable Twist Explained: Nathan Summers Connection Revealed
How did X-Men '97 Episode 3 set up the return of one major character from the 1990s animated series?
Is a Heisenberg Movie Releasing In 2024? Breaking Bad Film Speculation Explained
Is Walter White heading back into the lab in a new Breaking Bad movie?
Disney Confirms Its 6 Biggest New Movies Releasing In 2024
These six Disney films will try to stand above the rest in 2024.
Top Chef 2024 Cast: Every Contestant & Judge In Season 21 (Photos)
Meet every participant in Top Chef Season 21, from the judges to the contestants.
X-Men 97 Voice Actors: 23 Main Characters and Who Voices Them
Meet the main cast members and their respective characters for X-Men '97.
Outer Banks Season 4 Gets Exciting Update: When Will It Release?
Fans may have a better idea of when Outer Banks Season 4 will be released.
Daryl Dixon Season 2 Release, Cast & Everything We Know
The Walking Dead spin-off, Daryl Dixon, is coming back for Season 2 - here is everything we know about it.
Rings of Power Season 2: Release, Cast, and Everything We Know
Here are the cast, characters, release information, and everything else you need to know about Season 2 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.
Tokyo Vice Season 3 Potential Release, Cast & Everything We Know
From the cast to when it could be released, here is everything we know about Tokyo Vice Season 3.
FKA Twigs' The Crow Character Revealed: Who Is She Playing In 2024 Remake?
FKA Twigs' role in The Crow could be as crucial as Bill Skarsgard's.
Meet Blake Horstmann: 5 Things to Know About Giannina Gibelli's Partner & Bachelorette Runner-Up
Who is Blake Horstmann outside of The Bachelorette and reality TV?
Blown Away Season 4 Cast: Contestants, Host & Judges In 2024 Episodes (Photos)
Meet every contestant, host, and judge in Season 4 of Blown Away.
Marvel Studios Makes 1 Key Change to Foggy for Daredevil Reboot
Foggy Nelson will return in Daredevil: Born Again, but the character will look a bit different.
Cobra 2 Movie With Sylvester Stallone Poster Fuels New Movie Speculation
Is Sylvester Stallone bringing back the shades and toothpick for a Cobra sequel?
Is Cobra Kai Season 6 Releasing in 2024? Recent Netflix Show Updates
It's been a while since fans stepped into the Cobra Kai dojo.
The Signal 2024 Netflix Cast, Characters & Actors (Photos)
Meet all of the cast members and characters in Netflix's The Signal.
Is Coco 2 Movie Releasing In 2024? New Disney Sequel Speculation Explained
Is Disney planning on releasing a sequel to one of its most recent films?
Disney+ Announces Historic Finale Plans For Next Marvel Show
Marvel Studios' next show will have a finale that spans more than one episode.
Alert Season 2 Cast, Characters & Actors (Photos)
Here are all the characters and actors that make up Alert: Missing Persons Unit Season 2.