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
Who Is Robert Hale's Papa Pilgrim from Evil Lives Here? (2024 Updates)
Papa Pilgrim's haunting story was told on Evil Lives Here, but who exactly was the monster?
Who Is Leaving FBI: International? Every Actor Who Got Downgraded or Left
Who will fans have to say goodbye to in Season 3 of FBI: International?
Meet Megan from Farmer Wants a Wife: 4 Things to Know About Megan Lay
It's time for fans to learn a few facts about Farmer Wants a Wife's Megan Lay.
SWAT Season 7 Cast, Characters & Actors (Photos)
Meet all the cast members and characters of SWAT Season 7.
Who Is Leaving SWAT Show? Every Actor Who Got Downgraded or Left
S.W.A.T. fans will have to say goodbye to two main characters before the end of Season 7.
Dune Part 2 Streaming: When Will It Release Online? (Updated)
Dune: Part Two is about to begin its theatrical run, but when will it begin streaming?
Young Sheldon Season 7: Is the Series Ending With the Seventh Season?
Will fans have to say goodbye to Young Sheldon after Season 7 is over?
Who Is Maria Zhang? 5 Things to Know About Avatar's Suki Star from Netflix Live-Action Series
Learn a few interesting facts about one of Avatar's key actresses.
1923 Season 2: Release, Cast & Everything We Know
Here is everything fans should know about Season 2 of the Yellowstone spinoff, 1923.
Avengers 5 To Drop Kang From Title (Report)
The next Avengers film will no longer be called The Kang Dynasty - here's why.
The Good Doctor Season 7 Cast, Characters & Actors (Photos)
Who will be returning for Season 7 of ABC's The Good Doctor?
Who Is Meredith Garretson? 6 Things to Know About Resident Alien Actress
Meredith Garretson's acting skills are on full display in Resident Alien, but there are a few things fans should know about her behind the scenes.
Blue Bloods Season 14 (2024) Cast, Characters & Actors [Photos]
Here are all the actors and characters in Blue Bloods Season 14.
FBI: International 2024 Cast, Characters & Actors (Photos)
Here is every major actor and character in Season 3 of FBI: International.
Midsommar Movie Ending Explained: The True Meaning of the Film
What really happened during Midsommar's shocking ending?
Will Miss Scarlet and the Duke Season 5 Happen? Writers Address Potential Future of Show
Can fans expect to see Season 5 of Miss Scarlet & the Duke?
Poor Things Movie Gets Exciting Online Streaming Release Update
Poor Things will finally be released online, but will it be streaming too?
Marvel Considers These 3 Upcoming MCU Movies to Be Most Important to Its Future
These future titles are the three most important films to the MCU in the eyes of Marvel Studios.
Netflix's Raël: The Alien Prophet Review - Is It Worth Watching?
Netflix's new docuseries gives the audience a front-row seat to a controversial religious cult.
The Homesman Movie Twist Ending Explained
Find out what truly happened at the end of The Homesman.
Who Is Dino Kelly from Netflix's Alexander: Making of a God? 4 Things to Know About the Actor
There are a few things fans should know about one of Netflix's newest stars.
Star Wars Just Teased Baylan Skoll's Potential Return Without Ray Stevenson
Star Wars may have revealed that Baylan Skoll will be recast in Ahsoka Season 2.
Expats Episode 4 Release Date & Remaining Schedule
When will Episode 4 of Expats be released on Amazon Prime Video?
Who Is Leaving Chicago Med? 6 Actors Exiting Series
Which major characters have departed from the One Chicago show for Season 9?
Who Is Buck Braithwaite? 5 Things to Know About Alexander the Great Star
Buck Braithwaite is the star of Netflix's new Alexander the Great docuseries, and here are some interesting facts about the actor.
American Fiction Movie Online Release Date Revealed: When Will It Start Streaming?
American Fiction received its official online release date, but when will the movie begin streaming?
Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League Ending Explained
Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League has a controversial ending, but what does it really mean?
Andor Season 2 Gets Exciting Update: When Will It Release?
Fans finally may know when to expect Andor Season 2 thanks to an update from Diego Luna.
Disney+ Announces Next Star Wars Show After Ahsoka
Fans now know when to expect the first new Star Wars project of 2024.
Here's When Heartland Season 16's Netflix Release Is Expected to Happen
Season 16 of Heartland has already been released on UPtv, but many fans wonder when it will finally be added to Netflix.
Moon Knight Season 2: Will More Episodes Ever Release?
Will Moon Knight return for a second season or is the series officially over?
On the Roam Release Date Schedule of Episodes (Confirmed)
Fans now know when to expect new episodes of Jason Momoa's latest show.
The Sandy Cheeks Movie Release, Cast, Leak & Everything We Know
As fans gear up for a return to Bikini Bottom, here is everything to know about the upcoming Sandy Cheeks Movie.
The Meg 3 Release, Cast & Everything We Know
Here is everything fans need to know about a potential The Meg threequel.
Peacemaker Season 2 Gets Exciting Update: When Will It Release?
Fans may now know when to expect Peacemaker Season 2 thanks to an update from Danielle Brooks.
SEAL Team Season 7 Gets Exciting Update: When Will It Release?
The upcoming final season of SEAL Team finally received a promising update regarding filming.
Who Is Sergio from Love Is Blind: Sweden? 4 Things to Know About the Participant
Fans are dying to know more about Sergio Rincon, so here are a few facts about the participant.
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.