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-Man 3: No Way Home Writers Collaborated With Loki Producer While Working on MCU Project
Loki head writer Michael Waldron revealed that he was in contact with the writing team from Spider-Man: No Way Home regarding the multiverse.
Thor 4: First Look at Christian Bale as Marvel Villain Revealed by Set Photos
The first look at Christian Bale's Gorr the God Butcher was seen from the set of Thor: Love and Thunder.
Loki Writer Reveals Deleted Scene Where Tom Hiddleston Pulled a Tom Brady
Loki head writer Michael Waldron revealed a deleted scene where Loki had a Tom Brady moment on Lamentis.
Ben Affleck Reportedly Filming Batman Scenes for The Flash Movie Soon
Ben Affleck is supposedly confirmed to be shooting material for Warner Bros' The Flash in September 2021.
DC Reportedly Wants Netflix's Cobra Kai Star To Lead Its Live-Action Blue Beetle Superhero Movie
Xolo Maridueña was revealed to be playing the lead role in Warner Bros.' Blue Beetle movie.
Spider-Man 3: Low-Res Doctor Strange Promo Art Revealed on No Way Home Merch
Promotional art for a new Hasbro action figure set from Spider-Man: No Way Home features Benedict Cumberbatch's Doctor Strange.
Marvel's Kevin Feige Reportedly Embarrassed Over Scarlett Johansson's Black Widow Disney+ Debut
Kevin Feige was reportedly angry at the way Black Widow's release was handled in theaters and on Disney+.
Jeremy Renner Shares High Praise For Hawkeye Co-Star Hailee Steinfeld
Hawkeye star Jeremy Renner discussed his role as Hailee Steinfeld's mentor on set of the Disney+ series.
The Flash Movie: New Set Video Reveals Mo-Cap Suit For Ezra Miller's Barry Allen
A set video from The Flash showed a mo-cap suit in use for Barry Allen.
Black Widow: Yelena's Post-Credits Scene Receives Before-and-After VFX Shot
Information was revealed on the CGI work that went into completing the post-credits scene of Black Widow.
Black Panther 2: Set Leak May Spoil Chadwick Boseman's T'Challa Outcome
Set video from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever revealed an in-movie message to the late Chadwick Boseman.
Thor 4 Return? Idris Elba Hints at His Possible MCU Comeback
Idris Elba teased a possible return as Heimdall in Marvel Studios' Thor: Love and Thunder.
Guardians of the Galaxy 3's Enormous Scale Teased By James Gunn
James Gunn teased the scale of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and explained how different his movies are in the MCU.
Brooklyn Nine-Nine Teaser Pokes Fun at Spider-Man 3: No Way Home's Trailer Excitement
NBC's Brooklyn Nine-Nine took a shot at the wait for the trailer for Spider-Man: No Way Home with its teaser trailer for Season 8.
Marvel Reportedly Changed Black Widow's Ending Fight During Reshoots
Behind-the-scenes details from Black Widow explore changes in the movie's final battle between Natasha Romanoff and Taskmaster.
Loki Fan Discovers Clever Easter Egg From Finale's Twist Ending
A Reddit post revealed how Loki composer Natalie Holt created a Variant of her score for Episode 6 of Loki.
Loki Concept Art Shows Iron Man's Helmet In Finale Location
A new piece of concept art from Loki revealed an Iron Man helmet in the Citadel at the End of Time.
Loki Actress Reveals How Angelina Jolie Role Inspired Sylvie
Loki star Sophia Di Martino compared her fight with Loki to the final battle in Mr. & Mrs. Smith.
Man of Steel Writer Reveals Warner Bros.' Dumbest Suggestion For Superman Movie Script
David S. Goyer opened up on the dumbest studio note he's ever received from his time on 2013's Man of Steel.
Doctor Strange 2 Rumored To Feature Hayley Atwell as Captain Carter
The Disinsider Show revealed a rumor that Captain Carter will return for a small role in Doctor Strange 2.
Marvel's Black Panther 2 Reportedly Casts Black Mirror's Michaela Coel
Marvel Studios cast Michaela Coel in an undisclosed role in 2022's Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
Loki Concept Art Shows Rocket Raccoon's Deleted Cameo In Disney+ Show
The Marvel Studios: Assembled episode for Loki revealed a scrapped cameo for Rocket Raccoon and the Ravagers.
Loki Designer Addresses That Mysterious Fourth Time-Keeper
Production designer Kasra Farahani teased the mysterious fourth Time-Keeper from the Citadel at the End of Time.
MCU Star Reveals Kid Loki Has Spent an Extreme Amount of Time In The Void
Kid Loki actor Jack Veal revealed his character to be the oldest and most intimidating Loki Variant of all.
Black Widow Originally Referenced Iconic Fantastic Four Location
Black Widow producer Eric Pearson revealed a scrapped Latveria Easter egg in the MCU's newest movie.
Batgirl: Isabela Merced & Zoey Deutch Testing For HBO Max's Batman Spin-off
Deadline revealed that Warner Bros. is starting the casting process for Barbara Gordon in Batgirl.
Loki Director Explains That TVA Twist Ending
Kate Herron teased the existence of a new TVA within Loki after the events of Episode 6.
Loki Director Reveals Mobius & Jet Ski Hopes For Season 2
Kate Herron teased her wish for Owen Wilson's Mobius to use a jet ski in Season 2 of Loki.
Doctor Strange 2 Is Reportedly Trying To Be Marvel's Scariest Movie
Elizabeth Olsen revealed that Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is the MCU's scariest movie.
Black Widow Director Explains That Captain America Reference
David Harbour and Cate Shortland teased the idea of a battle between the Red Guardian and Captain America in the MCU.
James Gunn Reveals HBO Max's Ridiculous Turnaround Time With The Suicide Squad Spin-off Peacemaker
James Gunn confirmed when he pitched the initial idea for Peacemaker while also revealing that filming is complete for the series.
Marvel's Kevin Feige Reflects on 'Emotional' Time When Spider-Man's MCU Future Was In Danger
Kevin Feige revisited the emotional roller-coaster that came when Sony and Marvel were set to end their partnership.
Marvel Confirms Kathryn Hahn's Agatha Will Return to the MCU
Marvel President Kevin Feige teased that Kathryn Hahn's return as Agatha Harkness "can't come soon enough."
Black Widow Star Teases Hawkeye vs. Red Guardian Future Fight Hopes
David Harbour teased where the Red Guardian could go in other MCU projects.
Loki Finale 'Spoiler' Debunked By Disney+ Writer
Loki producer Eric Martin noticed a slight error on one of Marvel's social media pages.
Spider-Man 3: Zendaya Shares Excitement For Marvel Press Tour With Tom Holland & Cast
MJ actress Zendaya shared her excitement for the press tour for Spider-Man: No Way Home.
Marvel Boss Gets Candid About Loki's Bisexuality & MCU Representation
Kevin Feige teased future MCU projects having more LGBTQ representation.
Loki vs. Frog Thor Deleted Scene Revealed By Disney+ Show Writer
Loki writer Eric Martin revealed a cut scene from Episode 1 with Throg beating up Loki.
James Gunn Thanks Marvel Studios For Loki's Thanos Easter Egg
James Gunn thanked Marvel for including the Thanos-copter Easter egg in Episode 5 of Loki.
Marvel Studios' New Policy For Stan Lee Cameos Revealed
The Simpsons showrunner Al Jean revealed plans for a Stan Lee cameo in a recent episode.