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.
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Richard Nebens's Latest The Direct Articles
Spider-Verse 3 Confirmed to Feature 6 MCU Actors
Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse has its fair share of actors who also shine in Marvel Studios' MCU.
Ahsoka Season 2 Photos Unveil Major Redesigns for 2 Main Characters
A major supporting hero and a key villain from Ahsoka will be back for Season 2, looking much different than from what fans last saw.
Avengers Doomsday Star Walks Back Fantastic Four Vs. X-Men Fight Claims
Those hoping for an X-Men vs. Fantastic Four fight in Avengers: Doomsday might not enjoy the most recent update.
James Gunn Gives Honest Review of Deadpool & Wolverine: 'Very Messy'
DC Studios' top executive, James Gunn, offered his thoughts on one of the MCU's biggest recent theatrical hits.
My Adventures With Superman Season 3 - All 7 Major Villains Expected to Appear
After Anthony Ivo, Brainiac, and more, My Adventures With Superman has powerful new villains in store for Season 3.
All 8 MCU Movies & Shows Releasing In 2026, Ranked by Excitement Level
The MCU has over half a dozen projects lined up for 2026 releases, some of which have fans wildly excited to see what's in store.
James Marsden's Avengers: Doomsday Comments Have a Clever Double Meaning
Cyclops star James Marsden may have teased some of what Avengers: Doomsday's plot will deliver.
Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Just Broke the Netflix Series' Winning Formula
Jessica Jones' inclusion in Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 will give the series something its Netflix predecessor never had.
Avengers Doomsday Theory Solves 5 Trailer Countdown Timer Mystery
Avengers: Doomsday's four trailers have a wild mystery number at the end, which may tease something big...
Disney+ Is Now Streaming 2 Avengers: Doomsday Scenes
Long before Avengers: Doomsday's release in theaters, a few key moments from the film are already available to watch.
2026's WandaVision Sequel Will Officially Change 4 Key Elements from the Original Show
While VisionQuest will complete a trilogy that started with WandaVision, it will be much different than its predecessor.
Avengers: Doomsday Reportedly Won’t Get IMAX Screens on 2026 Release
Those looking forward to seeing Avengers: Doomsday on an IMAX screen may not like the latest news.
LEGO Ninjago 2026: All 15 New Sets Confirmed to Release This Year (Pictures)
LEGO Ninjago will come into 2026 with over a dozen new buildable sets, including mechs, buildings, and even dragons.
New Fantastic Four 2025 Concept Art Proves Silver Surfer's Planet Almost Looked Way Better
2025's The Fantastic Four: First Steps almost showed a much different, fleshed-out look for the Silver Surfer's homeworld.
Spider-Man Brand New Day’s Second Unofficial Theatrical Poster Spotted (Photos)
Fans saw a new poster for Spider-Man 4 in theaters, but it wasn't officially released by Marvel Studios or Sony Pictures.
X-Men '97 Season 2 Will Abandon 1 Mainstay From the First Season
One big aspect of X-Men '97 Season 1 that fans loved will not be around as much in 2026.
James Gunn Calls It Quits With One of His Closest Collaborators on 'Superman 2'
James Gunn will go into Man of Tomorrow without his usual cinematographer, marking a change behind the scenes.
The Mummy 4 Reportedly Eyeing One A-List Star to Play Villain
One of the villains from the original Mummy franchise may be in line to come back for the new sequel.
Daredevil Born Again Season 2 Confirms Which Episode Jessica Jones & Daredevil Will Team Up
Jessica Jones and Daredevil are set for at least one episode together in the back half of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2.
Marvel Studios Finally Confirms Wonder Man's Villain
After months of speculation, fans have new info on who Simon Williams' villains will be in the Wonder Man Disney+ series.
New 'Supergirl' Movie Merch Reveals What Was Missing In the Trailer
New merch from DC Studios' Supergirl teased the film's intergalactic settings in a way the movie's first trailer did not.
2026's Green Lantern TV Show Will Officially Introduce DC's Own Doctor Doom
Lanterns will include a major villain comparable to Marvel's Doctor Doom upon its debut on HBO Max in 2026.
Deadpool Addresses New Movie With Wolverine In MCU’s Phase 7
A fan-favorite version of Deadpool teased where the character may go in the MCU's Phase 7 next to his buddy, Wolverine.
Marvel Fans Think Doctor Doom Is Hiding In Plain Sight In Avengers: Doomsday Trailer
While none of Avengers: Doomsday's trailers centered on Doctor Doom, he may have actually shown up in one of them.
Avengers Doomsday: The Fantastic Four’s Meeting With Wakanda Is More Important Than You Realize
Avengers: Doomsday's newest trailer set up a monumental moment for the Fantastic Four and Wakandans in the MCU.
Spider-Man 4's Villain Is Finally Delivering on the Promise of 'Amazing Spider-Man 3'
Spider-Man: Brand New Day will finally do something many hoped to see in a potential The Amazing Spider-Man 3 from Sony.
Cyclops' Costume in Avengers: Doomsday Has a Deeper Meaning
Cyclops' Avengers: Doomsday costume could have bigger ramifications tying back to past pre-MCU Marvel movies.
James Gunn's DCU Super-Family Now Includes 7 Members (Photos)
The DCU's Super-Family is slowly being built in the new franchise's early stages behind Superman.
2026's Supergirl Movie Will Officially Change 3 Major Elements from The CW Show
DC Studios' new Supergirl film is expected to be vastly different than its predecessor on The CW.
Star Wars Unveils First Look Asajj Ventress' Live-Action Redesign
Star Wars fans got their first glimpse at what a live-action Asajj Ventress could look like if it became a reality.
Spider-Verse 3: All 5 Villains Confirmed to Appear, Ranked By Power Level
Sony Pictures' Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse will pit Miles Morales against villains of impressive strength and skill.
James Gunn Splits the Fanbase With First Photo of DCU's Green Lantern Ring
DC fans had wildly mixed reactions to the first detailed look at the ring worn by members of the DCU's Green Lantern Corps.
Marvel Studios Confirms Wonder Man’s MCU Timeline Placement
Upon Wonder Man's debut, MCU fans are curious to see whether it is the most recent entry in the in-universe timeline.
Wednesday Season 3 Gets Disappointing Official Release Update From Netflix
Those hoping to see Wednesday Season 3 will be waiting longer than they hoped as Netflix develops the series.
Sebastian Stan In Talks For Major The Batman 2 Villain Role
MCU regular Sebastian Stan will reportedly take on an iconic DC villain for Matt Reeves in 2027's The Batman - Part II.
Ian McKellen Officially Makes MCU History With Avengers: Doomsday Return
Joining his first Marvel movie in over a decade, Ian McKellen's Avengers: Doomsday casting sets a new MCU record.
Marvel Studios Officially Unveils the 7th All-Black MCU Superhero Costume
Daredevil now has a black suit in Daredevil: Born Again, adding to a long list of all-black ensembles in the MCU.
Avengers: Doomsday Rumors Add 8 New MCU Characters To Cast
Avengers: Doomsday's next group of cast members may have been teased in an exciting new rumor.
Marvel Studios Debuts Avengers Doomsday’s Official Theme In New Video
Avengers composer Alan Silvestri turned up the hype for Doomsday's release with an emotional new video.
Avengers: Doomsday Rumor Reveals Doctor Doom’s Secret Advantage
Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom will reportedly have plenty of back-up upon his debut in Avengers: Doomsday.