Richard Nebens

Richard Nebens

Senior Writer, Editor, 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 also served as a writer/podcast host with The Illuminerdi from 2020 to 2022.

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 at @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's arrival.

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Richard Nebens's Latest Stories

MCU: First Look at Female Silver Surfer In Her Human Form (Photos)

The Fantastic Four: First Steps' female Silver Surfer took center stage in new set photos showing off a unique form.

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Marvel Studios Reveals First Look at Phase 5's Final Villain Costume

The last villain in Phase 5 took the spotlight with a picture showing the best look yet at his costume.

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Every Upcoming Movie & TV Show Now on the Way

The fan-favorite Ninja Turtles have a bright future ahead of them on the big and small screen.

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Thunderbolts Star Denies Avengers: Doomsday Role, But Hints at More Marvel Projects

Although Thunderbolts* star might not be in Avengers: Doomsday, it doesn't mark their last time being in the MCU.

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Thunderbolts’ Mel May Be Exactly Who We All Thought, Teases Marvel Producer (Report)

While Mel may not have revealed her true identity in Thunderbolts*, the character has a bright future in the MCU.

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Marvel’s Sentry Has 8 Powers The Thunderbolts Movie Didn’t Reveal

While Thunderbolts*' Sentry was described as an all-powerful being, some of his powers from the comics were cut.

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Wicked 2 Announces Its 7 Main Cast Members

The sequel to 2024's Wicked: Part One has an equally epic cast lined up to continue the Oz-ian adventure.

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Kevin Feige Just Criticized Marvel's Movies & Shows for 1 Major Problem

Even for all the success Kevin Feige has had with the MCU, he is still looking for ways to make the franchise better.

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Daredevil Showrunner Confirms 1 Key Matt Murdock Design Change After Season 1

One comic-accurate part of Charlie Cox's Daredevil only made it through one season before being nixed.

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Avengers Doomsday Cast Assembles For Thunderbolts Photo (RDJ, Hemsworth, Rudd & More)

Thunderbolts* is now playing in theaters worldwide, and the Avengers: Doomsday cast is ready to see what happens!

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Marvel Studios' Defenders Reunion Will Happen Later Than Fans Hoped

For those waiting on a Defenders reunion in the MCU, it may not become a reality anytime soon.

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Marvel Studios Confirms Historic Setting for Phase 6's First Movie

The first movie in the MCU's Phase 6 will be a game-changer in multiple ways, including its central location.

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Thunderbolts Spoils Second Post-Credit Scene Reveal Earlier In Movie

Thunderbolts*' credits include a HUGE spoiler for what viewers will later see in the film's post-credits scene.

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Avengers: Doomsday Cast Now Includes 10 Marvel Actors Who Are Over 50 Years Old

Marvel's next Avengers movie will include a healthy mix of youngsters and seasoned veterans in its cast.

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Spider-Man 4 Just Added Its 4th Cast Member (Report)

The cast list for Marvel and Sony's Spider-Man: Brand New Day now boasts a long-standing franchise veteran.

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Chris Hemsworth Reveals Exciting New Haircut For Avengers: Doomsday Filming (Photos)

Avengers: Doomsday may allow Chris Hemsworth to embrace a rarely-used Thor haircut.

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Marvel Studios May Recast Doctor Doom After Robert Downey Jr.'s Avengers Return (Report)

According to a new rumor, Robert Downey Jr. may not be the only actor bringing Doctor Doom to life in the MCU.

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MCU Boss Announces Good News for Fans Tired of the Multiverse

For those who are little multiversed out from the recent MCU, Marvel's next movie should help solve that issue.

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First Look at James Gunn's Supergirl In Battle Gets Released Online (Video)

An online video gave fans a thrilling new look at Milly Alcock's Supergirl from her first solo movie.

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The Mandalorian and Grogu Movie Is Way More Expensive Than We Thought (Report)

Mando and Grogu's upcoming movie is said to be a major bank-breaker for Lucasfilm and Disney.

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Rosario Dawson Shares First Ahsoka Season 2 BTS Photo

Ahsoka Season 2 is officially underway, as teased by an exciting new look from the show's set.

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Today's an Amazing Day for MCU Fans

The start of April 2025's final week is expected to rekindle a sense of thrill and excitement in the MCU fandom.

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Marvel's Thunderbolts Post-Credits Scene Is Exactly What the MCU Needed (Footage Details)

According to critics, Marvel fans should be pleased with what's coming from Thunderbolts*' post-credits scenes.

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Disney+ Confirms 5 Marvel & Star Wars Releases for May 2025

Disney is nearing the halfway point of its 2025 slate, coming with exciting new May entries for Star Wars and Marvel.

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Avengers: Doomsday Star Spoils 1 Thing About the Movie's Ending

One of Avengers: Doomsday's biggest stars gave fans an idea of what to expect at the end of the epic blockbuster.

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Tom Holland's Spider-Man 4 Villain Makes Franchise History

A new report on Spider-Man: Brand New Day provides a slight hint for what to expect from the movie's villains.

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Marvel Reveals 3 Movies to Watch Before Thunderbolts

Before Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts* comes out, fans have a little bit of catch-up to do from recent MCU entries.

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1 Beloved 'Mission Impossible' Actor Just Got Removed from 'Final Reckoning'

A cast listing for the last Mission: Impossible movie suspiciously did not include one of its biggest expected stars.

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Marvel Announces Historic Fantastic Four Collaboration Releasing Before 2025 Movie

Marvel Studios will do something it's never done before as The Fantastic Four: First Steps preps for its release.

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Avengers: Doomsday Confirmed to Include 6 OG Marvel Actors from Phase 1

The fifth Avengers movie's cast will feature actors who have been part of the MCU since the beginning.

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Marvel's Thunderbolts Movie Finally Reveals the Main Villain's Costume - And It Looks Perfect

A new piece of art for Thunderbolts gave fans a great look at the design for the villainous Sentry.

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New Spider-Man 4 Update Is Not What Zendaya Fans Want to Hear

Marvel fans looking for Zendaya in the next Spider-Man movie might end up disappointed.

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Marvel Studios' Reported Songbird Superhero Actress Finally Speaks Out About Her 'Idealistic' MCU Character

Using the word "idealistic," an MCU newcomer teased what to expect from her new character for the first time.

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2025 Superman Movie Score Breaks a Concerning Record

As fans gear up for Superman's release, a report on the movie's score composer may be reason for some concern.

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Marvel Studios Walks Back Controversial Captain America 4 Decision In Next MCU Movie

While Marvel tried something new in Captain America 4, that move will seemingly be a one-time thing.

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New Fantastic Four Trailer Just Changed a Key Scene from the First Teaser

Marvel's second Fantastic Four trailer included an unexpected change in visuals for one key scene.

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Only 1 MCU Actor Is Supporting Jonathan Majors After His Marvel Firing

Jonathan Majors still has at least a little support in from the MCU family following his exit from the franchise.

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Avengers: Doomsday Will Include 1 Deadpool & Wolverine Actor (Report)

A key supporting player in the MCU, most recently seen in Deadpool 3, now appears set to return to the franchise soon.

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New Spider-Verse 3 Trailer Brings Back 8 Major Characters

More than half a dozen important Spider-Verse characters are back for the third movie in a privately-released trailer.

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Thunderbolts Movie's Post-Credits Scenes Count Just Got Confirmed

Fans now know how many scenes to expect after the credits begin rolling for Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts*.

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