Pierre Chanliau

Pierre Chanliau

Writer

Pierre Chanliau was approached to join The Direct as a writer before the site launched in 2020 based on his prior two years of experience at MCU Exchange and his extensive role as a moderator for the unofficial Marvel Studios subreddit, which had, at the time of his hiring, one million members and boasts over three million today.

His understanding of comics makes him especially adept at writing about the MCU and DCU. Pierre routinely uses his extensive knowledge of comic books to help write insightful features and assist his colleagues in enhancing their news articles.

Before joining The Direct, Pierre graduated from Breda University in 2020 with a Bachelor of Science in Creative Media and Game Technologies. But, he is currently pursuing a Masters in Writing for Script & Screen at Falmouth University.

You can follow Pierre on Twitter (@Pierre_Chanliau) to keep track of his latest thoughts about films, comic books, and the entertainment landscape.

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Pierre Chanliau's Latest The Direct Articles

MCU: Megan Thee Stallion Officially Cast In the Marvel Universe

According to a new report, Megan Thee Stallion has been cast in She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.

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She-Hulk Premiere Outperforms Ms. Marvel Despite Review Bombing

New data shows that She-Hulk: Attorney at Law garnered over 1.5 million views from US households in four days.

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MCU: New Rare Look Inside of Iron Man's Armor Revealed (Photos)

Hot Toys revealed a new set showing off the interior of Tony Stark's armor from Iron Man 3.

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Captain Marvel 2: Monica Rambeau’s Superhero Future Teased With New Announcement

A new announcement from Marvel's comic division may have cemented what alias Monica Rambeau will go by in The Marvels.

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Rick & Morty Producers Give Guidance to MCU Multiverse Writers

Producers for Rick & Morty gave some cheeky advice to multiverse writers, including those at Marvel Studios.

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She-Hulk’s Sakaar Twist Might’ve Already Been Spoiled by Marvel Comics

Does a sequel to the comic book storyline "Planet Hulk" spoil the appearance of Hulk's son in She-Hulk: Attorney at Law?

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Disney+ Announces Thor: Love and Thunder’s Streaming Release Date

Disney+ has announced that Thor: Love and Thunder, and much more, will be released on the streaming service very soon.

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MCU: First Look at Nightmare Supervillain Deleted From Doctor Strange 2

New concept art shows fans the first look at Doctor Strange's most iconic villain, Nightmare, cut from the sequel.

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Marvel Studios Rejected Sandman Creator's New Movie/Show Pitch

Writer Neil Gaiman revealed that he had pitched Marvel Studios' old leadership a project based on his comic series, "1602," but was rejected.

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MCU Boss Reveals the Main Difference Between Thanos & Kang

Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige explains the difference between Kang and Thanos.

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First Ant-Man 3 Trailer Footage Released at Comic-Con

Description of new footage for Ant-Man 3: Quantumania shown at Comic-Con.

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Justice League's Zack Snyder to Appear In Upcoming DC Show

Director Zack Snyder will guest star in the 365th episode of Teen Titans on Cartoon Network this Fall.

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Marvel Studios Announces Historic R-Rated Disney+ Show

Marvel Studios announced that Marvel Zombies will be its first TV-MA rated show on Disney+.

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Jason Sudeikis Rumored to Join DC Universe as Superhero

According to an online listing, Jason Sudekis will be playing Ted Kord in DC's Blue Bettle.

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Ms. Marvel's Mutant Surprise Explained By MCU Producer

Ms. Marvel head writer Bisha K. Ali explains Kamala Khan's new origin revealed in the season finale.

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MCU Boss Debunks Rumors About Natalie Portman’s Breakup With Marvel

Marvel boss Kevin Feige revealed he never thought Natalie Portman's return was ever impossible.

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Marvel Theory Reveals Kevin Feige’s Secret Plan to Destroy Morbius Universe

One plot point in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness could spell the end of Sony's cinematic universe.

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Marvel Reveals First MCU Ironheart Promotional Images

New merchandise suggests that Riri Williams' Ironheart armor will make its debut in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

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Thor: Love and Thunder's Important Venom Connection Explained

There are plenty of obvious connections to Gorr's sword in Thor: Love and Thunder, but will Marvel Studios go as far as to reference its symbiote origins?

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MCU Theory Connects Ms. Marvel's Powers to Spider-Man: No Way Home

Potential links to the multiverse and Spider-Man: No Way Home may have been present in the premiere of Ms. Marvel.

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Black Widow Screenwriter Confirms Their Next MCU Movie

Marvel Studios veteran writer Eric Pearson is on board his next MCU project.

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4 Ways Chris Evans' Captain America Could Return To the MCU

It's been recently reported that Marvel Studios wants Chris Evans back as Steve Rogers, but in what manner and role?

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Marvel Studios' She-Hulk Sets Production for Early 2021 (Exclusive)

After production was delayed several months, Marvel Studios' She-Hulk will begin shooting early next year.

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Moon Knight: Marvel Casting Two Main Roles for Disney+ Show (Exclusive)

Exclusive: Casting call for two roles in Moon Knight has been revealed!

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Ezra Miller's Barry Allen to Face a Darker Version of Himself in The Flash Movie (Exclusive)

We can exclusively reveal that the primary villain of The Flash will be a "Dark" version of the titular hero, but not Reverse-Flash.

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Marvel Reveals In-Universe Tribute to RDJ's Iron Man & ScarJo's Black Widow (Photo)

New footage has been shown in the short-documentary A Fans' Guide to Ms. Marvel on Disney+ showing a mural for Iron Man and Black Widow.

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New Black Panther 2 Merch Introduces Yet Another MCU God

Production wrap gifts for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever potentially revealed one of Namor's Aztec gods.

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New Thor: Love and Thunder Synopsis Confirms Russell Crowe's Role

A new synopsis for Thor: Love and Thunder confirms that Russel Crowe will be playing Zeus.

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Black Panther 2: First Look at Namor Possibly Revealed

A blurred-out promotional image from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever supposedly leaked showing Namor the Sub-Mariner.

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Peacemaker Season 1 Blu-ray Release Date Revealed

The first season of DC's Peacemaker will be released on Blu-ray in the UK on September 5.

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Daredevil & More Marvel Shows Leaving Netflix: Will They Be on Disney+ Soon?

It appears that Daredevil and other Marvel shows will be leaving Netflix by the end of February 2022.

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Black Panther Character Spotted In New Thor 4 Photo

It has been confirmed that the goddess Bastet will appear in Thor: Love and Thunder.

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Moon Knight Theory Explains Khonshu's Dark Future In the MCU

What are Khonshu's ambitions beyond the season finale of Moon Knight?

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Zack Snyder's Justice League: Superman's Henry Cavill Explains the Importance of the Snyder Cut

Henry Cavill shows his continuing support for Zack Snyder's Justice League in a new interview.

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Doctor Strange 2: Marvel Retcon Points To Possible Changes For MCU's America Chavez

Marvel Comics recently retconned the origin of America Chavez to be more grounded, which could point to her origin in the MCU.

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WandaVision: Easter Egg Could Connect Young Avengers Character To MCU

An Easter egg in the WandaVision finale might point to a destiny for Billy, too.

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WandaVision Director Reveals Why Twins Didn't Reach Young Avengers Age

WandaVision director Matt Shakman addressed why Tommy and Billy didn't grow into teenagers to match the comics.

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Chris Pratt Joins Chris Hemsworth For Thor: Love and Thunder Production Next Week

In an interview with Tom Holland, Chris Pratt confirms his involvement in Thor: Love and Thunder and that he would begin filming next week.

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Tom Holland Confirms He'll Swing to Spider-Man 3 Production Right After Uncharted Filming

In an interview with his father, Tom Holland indicates that filming for Spider-Man 3 won't finish until March.

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Tom Holland's Spider-Man 3: Jake Gyllenhaal's Face Featured on Marvel Set Poster

Another curious flyer depicting Mysterio has been spotted on set for Spider-Man 3.

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