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's Spider-Man 3: Photos Reveal Tom Holland Back In Costume On Marvel Set

New photos leak from the set of Spider-Man 3 showing Tom Holland in action.

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Marvel's WandaVision Easter Egg Hints at Salem Witch Trials

A fan notes that Agnes' anniversary date in WandaVision is June 2nd, the day the Salem Witch Trials began.

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Justice League 2: Ray Fisher Admits He'd Return as Cyborg For Potential Zack Snyder Sequel

Despite being removed from The Flash, Cyborg actor Ray Fisher would be open to returning for a sequel to Justice League with Zack Snyder.

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WandaVision Easter Egg: New Episode References Vision's Avengers Debut From Comics

Episode 2 of WandaVision includes an Easter Egg referencing Vision's debut appearance in Marvel Comics.

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Anthony Mackie Says Sebastian Stan & Him Are At Their 'Worst' in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

Falcon star Anthony Mackie describes himself and co-star Sebastian Stan as "at their worst" in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

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Marvel Leak Reveals Sam Wilson's Captain America Suit In The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

A leaked toy image from a Korean Toy Safety website may confirm Falcon's final Captain America suit in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

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Chris Evans Reacts To Captain America Reports

Chris Evans reacts on Twitter to the news that he is in talks to reprise the role of Captain America in the MCU.

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WandaVision: Elizabeth Olsen Imitates ABC's Modern Family In Latest Marvel Trailer

Disney+ and Marvel bring one last promo video for WandaVision before it arrives on Disney+ on January 15.

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Justice League: Ben Affleck Speaks on Alcoholic 'Suffering' During DC Movie Production

Ben Affleck reveals why he is donning the Batsuit for 2022's The Flash and dives into his difficult experiences with the DCEU.

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Justice League's Ray Fisher Willing To Retire From Cyborg Role Due To DC Films President

Ray Fisher releases a statement saying he is willing to walk away from the role of Cyborg and will not be in 2022's The Flash.

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Marvel Studios President Addresses Charlie Cox Daredevil Rumors

Kevin Feige addresses the rumors of Charlie Cox returning to the MCU as Daredevil.

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Punisher Star Jon Bernthal Responds To Marvel Symbol Outcry

Jon Bernthal responds to a post about the Punisher after the character's symbol was used in the Washington, DC riots.

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Hawkeye: Vera Farmiga Shares New Video From Marvel Series Set

Vera Farminga confirms her appearance in Marvel Studios' Hawkeye on Disney+ in her latest social media blast.

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Marvel Studios Knows When Mutants & X-Men Will Get Their MCU Introduction

Kevin Feige knows when the X-Men and Mutants will officially arrive in the MCU.

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Avengers 5: Marvel CCO Promises Another MCU Ensemble Movie Is Coming

Kevin Feige confirms that, at some point, there will be a fifth Avengers movie in the MCU.

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WandaVision: Buffy the Vampire Slayer's Emma Caulfield Joins Cast of Marvel Sitcom

Emma Caulfield confirms her casting in the new Disney+ series WandaVision, although her role has not been disclosed.

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Black Panther's Chadwick Boseman Never Broke Character For Marvel Movies

Paul Bettany looks back on the memory of his co-star Chadwick Boseman while on the press tour for WandaVision.

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Black Widow: Disney Plus Debut For Scarlett Johansson Film Reportedly In Consideration

Walt Disney Studios is reportedly considering the option of moving their 2021 theatrcial releases to a Disney+ premiere.

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Tom Holland's Spider-Man 3 Receives Short-Term Title at Marvel Studios

Marvel Studios' Kevin Feige reveals that the team has a shorthand name for the untitled Spider-Man 3.

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WandaVision: Kevin Feige Addresses HYDRA Easter Eggs In MCU Series

Kevin Feige addresses Hyrda Easter Eggs in the commercials used in WandaVision.

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Warner Bros. Pushing Wonder Woman 1984 For 14 Academy Awards Categories

Warner Bros. posts a "For Your Consideration" page for Wonder Woman 1984 in anticipation of the 2021 awards season.

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Why Elizabeth Olsen & Paul Bettany Won't Be Singing WandaVision Theme Song

Paul Bettany and Elizabeth Olsen almost sang one of the theme songs in Disney+'s WandaVision.

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Marvel's Kevin Feige Admits MCU Delays Before Avengers: Endgame Would've Caused Big Headache

Kevin Feige describes how fortunate Marvel Studios was that the pandemic didn't affect Phase 4's releases substantially.

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Zack Snyder's Justice League Reportedly Sets 4K Blu-ray Release Shortly After HBO Max Debut

Both Wonder Woman and the Snyder Cut of Justice League are set for a 4K home release later this year.

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Moon Knight: Disney+ Series Rumored For Spring-Summer 2022 Premiere

Moon Knight in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is rumored to be aiming to release on Disney+ in spring/summer 2022.

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Oscar Isaac's Moon Knight Adds The Endless Directors

Marvel Studios brings Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead on board to direct Moon Knight for Disney+

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Wonder Woman 1984 Goes Rotten on Rotten Tomatoes

Wonder Woman 1984's Rotten Tomatoes score drops below 60%, causing it to earn a "rotten" rating on the website.

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WarnerMedia Releases Official Statement on Ray Fisher-Justice League Investigation

Warner Media releases a statement urging all parties involved in the Ray Fisher controversy to move on.

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Marvel's WandaVision: First Reactions Coming This Weekend

The first media viewings for WandaVision are taking place this weekend, with the review embargo lifting the day before the show premieres.

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DC Films' Walter Hamada, Producer of Aquaman & Shazam, Extends Deal as Studio President

Warner Bros. re-ups their contract with DC Films president Walter Hamada, keeping him with the company through 2023.

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Marvel’s Loki Series Will Feature Same Building From Spider-Man: Homecoming Trailer

The Time Variance Authority building in the Loki trailer is the same building from the Vulture scene in the Spider-Man: Homecoming trailer.

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Marvel Studios' Moon Knight Cinematographer Confirms Oscar Isaac Casting

The cinematographer for Moon Knight on Disney+ seemingly confirms Oscar Isaac's casting in the lead role.

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Marvel's WandaVision Gets Official TV Rating and It's Lower Than Expected

WandaVision's Disney+ page is updated to include a rating of TV-PG, different from the usual PG-13 ratings for the MCU movies.

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Zack Snyder Reveals Daredevil & Elektra Marvel Movie Dream

Zack Snyder reveals that he would love to adapt the "Elektra Lives Again" comic from Marvel if he were ever to move to Marvel Studios.

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The Flash Movie: Former Writer Reveals Zack Snyder's Involvement on Ezra Miller Film

Former The Flash director Phil Lord shares his experience working with DCEU mainstay Zack Snyder.

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Why Wonder Woman 1984's Director Felt Mistrust From Warner Bros. On First Movie

Wonder Woman director Patty Jenkins speaks on how complicated the filming process was for her first DCEU movie.

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Marvel's WandaVision Continues Disney Marketing Tradition In Los Angeles

Disney Studios continues its long-standing tradition of lining Sunset Boulevard with classic posters to promote WandaVision.

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How Marvel's Kevin Feige Helped Eternals Fit Into the MCU and Balance Its Scope

Chloé Zhao discusses her incredible experience working on Eternals with Marvel Studio heads Kevin Feige and Nate Moore.

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Justice League: Kevin Smith Teases Ending of Zack Snyder's Movie

Kevin Smith reveals that the Snyder Cut of Justice League may open the doors for more potential DCEU stories in the future.

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WandaVision: Marvel In 'Mad Sprint' To Finish Series Before Premiere

WandaVision director Matt Shakman details the extensive production process for the Disney+ series, including how the team entered every stage of production at the same time.

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