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
WandaVision Cut More of Kathryn Hahn's Agatha Backstory
WandaVision head writer Jac Schaeffer discusses more backstory for Agatha Harkness revealing how and when she arrived in Westview.
Gwyneth Paltrow Says She Would Return To Marvel on One Condition
Gwenyth Paltrow would be open to returning to the MCU in a more limited role.
Black Panther 2 Director Describes Chadwick Boseman Loss as Profound and Professional Challenge
Black Panther II director Ryan Coogler describes Chadwick Boseman's death as the hardest challenge he's ever had to deal with professionally.
Elizabeth Olsen Says Doctor Strange 2 Honors WandaVision's Story
Elizabeth Olsen and Jac Schaeffer talk about how Wanda Maximoff's journey will continue from WandaVision into Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
WandaVision: Kevin Feige Wanted Fans To Realize Wanda's Terrible Actions
The staff behind WandaVision confirm Kevin Feige's intentions to give this series a sad ending for Wanda Maximoff.
MCU Actor Claims The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Fan Theories Will Rival WandaVision's
MMA fighter Georges St-Pierre teases how big fan theories will be for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: New Scene Features Sebastian Stan Comedy
A new TV spot for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier features Sam Wilson teasing Bucky Barnes via his Redwing drone.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier References Doctor Strange In New Trailer
A recent TV ad for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier namedropped Benedict Cumberbatch's Doctor Strange.
Zack Snyder's Justice League: New Scenes of Joker & Darkseid Released In Trailer
Zack Snyder released a new 30-second trailer for his ct of Justice League featuring Darkseid, Joker, and more.
Zack Snyder's Justice League: Steppenwolf Battles Atlanteans In New Clip
The promotional tour for Zack Snyder's Justice League continues with a new clip from the movie featuring Steppenwolf in Atlantis.
WandaVision Finale Teases Anti-Mutant Stance In MCU
The end of WandaVision "Episode 9" could set up some heavily anti-mutant feelings within the MCU.
Ms. Marvel Directors & Kevin Feige Celebrate Directing Duo's Last Day of Filming
Billal Fallah and Adil El Arbi have indicated that their work on Ms. Marvel is finished.
WandaVision Star Explains How Vision's Ship of Theseus Scene Was Filmed
Paul Bettany expands on the Vision vs. White Vision fight in the final episode of WandaVision.
Marvel Studios' Rumored X-Men Title Would Be Special Nod To Stan Lee
A release from 2017 reveals that Stan Lee initially planned on calling the X-Men "The Mutants," which could indicate that Marvel Studios is paying tribute to the late Lee with their new project.
Elizabeth Olsen Spoofs WandaVision With Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show Segment
Elizabeth Olsen and Jimmy Fallon recreate WandaVision in a new interview, using the same style of shooting that Marvel Studios did in the first seven episodes of its Disney+ show.
Zack Snyder's Justice League: All 6 Chapter Names Revealed
The Snyder Cut Twitter page reveals the titles for all six chapters of Zack Snyder’s Justice League.
WandaVision: How Scarlet Witch's Chaos Magic Could Impact Doctor Strange 2
The Direct takes a deep look at Chaos Magic and why it could play a major role in Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Black Panther 2 Star Teases 'Really Exciting' Plans For Marvel Sequel
Black Panther II star Lupita Nyong'o speaks on her next MCU and how different it will be without Chadwick Boseman.
WandaVision Director Teases Doctor Strange 2 Includes Lots More of Scarlet Witch's Story
WandaVision director Matt Shakman teases that there is much more of Wanda Maximoff's story still to be told in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
WandaVision Director Says Finale Will Question Who the Real Vision Is
WandaVision director Matt Shakman teases a resolution to the Vision vs. White Vision battle ensuing in "Episode 9."
Marvel Studios Casting Michael B. Jordan-Type Actor For Captain Marvel 2
Marvel Studios is looking to cast a 20-30 year old male in a supporting role for Captain Marvel 2, likely a Michael B. Jordan/John Boyega type.
Zack Snyder's Justice League Composer Reveals Batman's New Bat Signal Theme
Junkie XL joins a YouTube interview to tease a new Batman theme from Zack Snyder's Justice League.
Thor 4: First Look at Matt Damon Returning as Loki Actor Revealed In Marvel Set Photos
Matt Damon and Luke Hemsworth appear to be returning as fake Loki and fake Thor in Thor: Love and Thunder.
Black Widow Merch Reveals David Harbour's Red Guardian Has Own In-Universe Action Figure
Hasbro unveils two new figurines for Melina Vostokoff and Red Guardian from Marvel Studios' Black Widow.
WandaVision's Agatha Opening Gets Behind-the-Scenes Look With Set Photo
A new set photo was released showing a behind-the-scenes look at Agatha Harkness' origin story in "Episode 8" of WandaVision.
WandaVision Confirms 7 TV Sitcoms That Impacted Scarlet Witch
“Episode 8” of WandaVision explains why Wanda chose to make her reality in the style of American sitcoms.
MCU: Spider-Man 3 Casting Teases Military Presence
A new cast listing for Spider-Man: No Way Home reveals the presence of the military in Tom Holland's next solo movie.
WandaVision References Avengers: Infinity War's Thanos Snap In New Episode
References to Avengers: Infinity War and Captain America: Civil War are found in “Episode 8” of WandaVision.
WandaVision: New Photos Show Elizabeth Olsen Preparing For Westview House Scenes
Five new pictures release showing a behind the scenes look at Marvel Stufios’ WandaVision.
Zack Snyder's Justice League Will Conclude With Massive Cliffhanger
Zack Snyder teases that Zack Snyder's Justice League will end with a massive cliffhanger.
Justice League: New Snyder Cut Scene Shows Batman, Wonder Woman & More Heroes Within Mother Box
Zack Snyder releases a full two-minute clip of CGI material from Zack Snyder's Justice League on HBO Max.
WandaVision Leak Reveals Runtime of Season Finale
A reliable Reddit scooper reveals that "Episode 9" of WandaVision will be 50 minutes long, the longest of the series.
WandaVision: Elizabeth Olsen's New Scarlet Witch Costume Revealed In Full
A new Twitter post reveals that Wanda’s new costume is seen in the Mind Stone in “Episode 8” of WandaVision.
Spider-Man: Why Sony Was Nervous About Tom Holland's Casting as Marvel Superhero
Directors Joe and Anthony Russo look back on how the casting process ensued for Tom Holland as Spider-Man.
Justice League: Zack Snyder Releases Superman Art Highlighting DCEU Journey
Zack Snyder shares a new image of Superman's story retold in the Snyder Cut of Justice League.
WandaVision Features Heartbreaking Parallel To Avengers: Infinity War Climax
"Episode 8" of WandaVision references one of the saddest moments in Avengers: Infinity War.
Spoiler Review - WandaVision: How Episode 8 Sets Up Epic Finale Using MCU History
The Direct breaks down the eighth episode of WandaVision in its weekly spoiler review.
Marvel Studios Took a Big Risk With Eternals, Says Director
Marvel's Eternals director Chloé Zhao speaks on how big of a risk Marvel Studios is taking with her movie.
Spoiler Review - WandaVision Episode 5: A Welcome Surprise?
The Direct brings a spoiler review for the fifth episode of WandaVision, filled with the evolution of Wanda and Vision's story within Westview along with the biggest twist ending of Phase 4 to date.
WandaVision DP Reveals Visual Connection To Avengers: Endgame Scenes
‘WandaVision’ cinematographer Jess Hall reveals the movies he used as inspiration when shooting the new Disney+ show.