Richard Nebens

Richard Nebens

Senior Writer, Content Creator

Richard Nebens holds a position as The Direct's Senior Writer, also working as an assistant editor and content creator for the site. 

Richard first joined The Direct in March 2020 and plays a big role in the site's day-to-day operations by writing, editing, ideating, and posting multiple articles daily, helping readers keep up with the latest from every fandom. He started his writing career in July 2019 with MCU Exchange and worked as a writer/podcast host with The Illuminerdi from 2020 to 2022, also writing/podcasting with Agents of Fandom.

Prior to joining The Direct, Richard worked a variety of jobs, including as a bellman, valet, photographer, and escape room manager, later going on to own a brewery/sports bar in South Lake Tahoe, California. Richard earned a Bachelor of Music Degree in Music Business/Management from the Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts, as part of the class of 2013.

Richard can be found on Twitter (@RichardNebens), Instagram (@richardnebens), and TikTok (@richardnebens sharing his latest article from The Direct, cheering on his sports teams, giving his best attempts at comedy, or hyping up the latest epic movie or TV show.

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Richard Nebens's Latest The Direct Articles

2026 WandaVision Spin-off Adds Avengers: Endgame Actress to Cast (Report)

One of the MCU's longtime voice actresses is now set to join Marvel Studios' upcoming WandaVision spin-off.

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New MCU Update Teases Brie Larson's Big Marvel Return In Phase 6 Movie

Brie Larson may not be far away from coming back to the MCU after exciting new information came to light.

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Spider-Man Star Accuses Disney of Sabotaging 'The Spectacular Spider-Man'

According to a legacy Spider-Man star, Disney had a hand in sending one Spidey show to its doom.

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Marvel Refused to Allow Tom Holland to Appear In 1 Superhero Movie (Report)

Tom Holland's Spider-Man has been all over the MCU, but the powers behind Spider-Man kept him out of one new project.

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Vanessa Kirby's Sue Storm Uses Invisibility Powers In New Fantastic Four Movie Art

Fans now have an idea of how Sue Storm's invisibility powers will be shown off in the MCU.

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Marvel Studios Announces Historic Release for Its Next Disney+ Show

The MCU's next Disney+ release will have a release schedule never seen before from Marvel Studios.

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New Black Panther 3 Update Teases Resurrection of 1 Major Character

Black Panther star Angela Bassett hinted at an incredibly emotional way she could return to the franchise.

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Ryan Reynolds Confirms Marvel Studios Has Plans For Deadpool In The MCU

Following the third Deadpool movie, Ryan Reynolds' antihero is far from done with Marvel Studios

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Proof That Marvel Edited Thunderbolts' Trailers to Hide Taskmaster's Fate (Photos)

Looking back at Marvel Studios' promotional run for Thunderbolts*, the studio was vigilant about hiding one major event.

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MCU: Fantastic Four Actor Teases Scene With Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom

According to one Fantastic Four star, the team is destined to meet their biggest arch-nemesis soon.

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First Look at Krysten Ritter as Jessica Jones for 2026 MCU Return (Photos)

Marvel fans got their first look at Krysten Ritter in her long-anticipated return to the MCU as Jessica Jones.

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MCU Daredevil Movie: Charlie Cox Reveals What Fans Must Do to Make It Happen At Marvel Studios

Fans now have something they should do to make a Daredevil film happen within the MCU.

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Disney Insiders Confirm Why Avengers Doomsday & Secret Wars Got Delayed

Disney and Marvel shocked MCU fans by pushing back the release dates for the next two Avengers movies.

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Marvel Studios Reportedly Chooses 3 X-Men to Lead New Reboot Movie

A trio of mutants are expected to be the focal point for Marvel Studios as the MCU dives into the X-Men.

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Sydney Sweeney Gives Perfect Response to Madame Web's Disappointing Box Office

While Madame Web was one of 2024's biggest theatrical bombs, star Sydney Sweeney did not let that get to her.

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Disney Reveals Surprising New Face of Marvel’s Avengers Franchise

For the next Avengers movies, the franchise is now set to feature a shocking character at the forefront.

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Disney+ Starts Streaming Lilo & Stitch 2025 Special Ahead of Movie Debut

Disney+ is celebrating Lilo & Stitch's theatrical release with an exclusive streaming look at the new movie.

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New Fantastic Four 2025 Footage Finally Reveals What Those Bracelets Are Used For

One of the most intriguing mysteries from The Fantastic Four: First Steps may have just been solved.

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Karate Kid Legends Popcorn Buckets Guide - Cinemark & Regal Movie Theater Merch Revealed

A new round of popcorn buckets is taking the spotlight, this time for the latest film in the Karate Kid saga.

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Zootopia 2: Disney Confirms Why The Police Are Chasing The Snake In First Trailer

Zootopia 2's first trailer teased a wild police chase involving a bright blue snake through the animal city.

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Supergirl's Milly Alcock Reacts To Rumored Superman Movie Cameo

Supergirl actress Milly Alcock responded the only way she could when asked about an appearance in Superman.

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X-Men '97 Season 2: Every Marvel Character Confirmed to Appear

Over a dozen major mutants are expected to get their time to shine in Marvel Studios' X-Men '97 Season 2.

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James Gunn Announces Major Change to Peacemaker Season 2 Schedule

When Peacemaker Season 2 debuts, it will come with one notable change to its release from Season 1.

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James Gunn Confirms Complete DCU Timeline Through 2026 (Movies & TV Series)

James Gunn offered some clarification on what to expect from the timeline in his new DCU.

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'Spider-Man 4' Rumor Points to Another Big Change from 'No Way Home'

With changes already coming to the MCU's Spider-Man saga, a new rumor indicates another major adjustment to expect.

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The MCU's X-Men Movie Receives New Working Title (And It's a Weird One)

The MCU's X-Men movie now has a working title, and it's one that might raise some eyebrows as the mutants' future unfolds.

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Marvel Studios Puts an End to Wesley Snipes' Blade Record

An MCU record currently held by Wesley Snipes' Blade is about a year away from going down in flames.

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Julia Louis-Dreyfus Just Broke an Impressive Marvel Record

With her appearance in Thunderbolts*, Julia Louis-Dreyfus now owns a special record for Marvel Studios.

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Captain America 4 Never Should've Removed This Wild Red Hulk Scene

Fans learned of a major Red Hulk moment cut from Captain America 4 that many feel should have been kept in the film.

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Spider-Man 4 Mayday Parker Rumor Opens The Door For Tobey Maguire’s MCU Return

A new rumor for a character in Spider-Man 4 could indicate a return to the MCU for one OG Spider-Man star.

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Spider-Man 4's Main Villain Reportedly Revealed by New Rumor

The rumor mill continues to churn for Spider-Man 4 as the film seems set to add a fan-favorite villain.

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Fantastic Four Movie Finally Reveals Sue Storm's Baby - And He Looks Adorable

Reed Richards and Sue Storm's young baby was seen for the first time in new Fantastic Four merchandising.

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Superman Movie Cast List Spoils Major DC Cameo

A listing for James Gunn's Superman cast seems to have spoiled a huge character's place in the film.

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Tom Holland Will Return for Avengers: Doomsday on One Condition (Report)

According to a new report, Tom Holland could be in Avengers: Doomsday after all.

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The Equalizer Star Shares Revival Hope After Show's Cancellation (Exclusive)

While CBS canceled The Equalizer after five seasons, one star still hopes it will live on.

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Night Manager Season 2's 'Love Triangle' Plot Gets Confirmed by Star

Night Manager Season 2 now has a love triangle plotline set in stone as fans wait for the next set of episodes.

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Ironheart Trailer May Finally Reveal How Mephisto Fits Into the MCU

After years and years of fan pleas, Ironheart may finally bring Mephisto to the forefront of the MCU.

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WB Confirms 4 DC Superheroes at the Center of James Gunn's Reboot

A core quartet of heroes will be the early focal point of James Gunn's new DC universe.

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American Pie 5 Gets Official Status Update from Producer

One of American Pie 5's producers shared new insight into what is holding the anticipated sequel up from being made.

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Disney Upfront 2025 Live Blog: Every Marvel, Star Wars and More Disney Announcements

Disney's Upfront presentation is ready to roll, with updates coming on the biggest streaming entries of 2025 and beyond!

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