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
Ms. Marvel: Kamala Khan Wears Captain Marvel's Avengers: Endgame Suit in New Set Images
New set photos from Ms. Marvel reveal Iman Vellani in a homemade costume resembling Captain Marvel.
Justice League: Zack Snyder Poses With Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill and Rest of Costumed Cast
Snyder Cut cinematographer shares new candid group shot of the cast of Justice League.
Wonder Woman 1984: Gal Gadot and Director Patty Jenkins React To HBO Max Move
Patty Jenkins and Gal Gadot take to Twitter to celebrate the release of Wonder Woman 1984
NBA 2K21: Everything To Look Forward To in the Next Generation of Sports Gaming
Here's everything to look forward to as PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X bring the next-gen release of NBA 2K21.
Thor: Love and Thunder: Vin Diesel Arrives in Sydney For Potential Groot Role
Vin Diesel captured on video arriving in Sydney, Australia, potentially to reprise Groot in Thor: Love and Thunder
Justice League: Zack Snyder Announces Jared Leto Will Look Different as the Joker in New Cut
Zack Snyder teases a "road-weary" version of the Joker set to appear in his director's cut of Justice League.
Aquaman 2: Amber Heard Shares Excitement For Controversial Return in DCEU Sequel
Amber Heard confirms she will return as Mera in Aquaman 2 despite her legal battles, and she says that the film hopes to shoot in 2021.
Scarlett Johansson's Black Widow: MCU Artist Releases Official Taskmaster Image
New concept art on Twitter teases the full look for Taskmaster in Marvel Studios' Black Widow
Thor: Love and Thunder Production Adds Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Editor Maryann Brandon
Thor: Love and Thunder production adds Maryann Brandon as the film's editor.
Black Widow: Jeremy Renner Reacts To Scarlett Johansson's Comments About Marvel Location Return
Jeremy Renner reacts to the news that Budapest will be explored in 2021's Black Widow
Dwayne Johnson's Black Adam: Aldis Hodge Reveals His Personal Mission in Relation To Hawkman Role
Aldis Hodge goes into detail on the cerebral aspect of playing Hawkman and how it connects to his own past.
Scarlett Johansson's Black Widow: David Harbour Teases Father Figure Role in Marvel Movie
David Harbour teases the family dynamic between the four lead characters in Marvel Studios' Black Widow
Russian Doll Creator Provides Update on Her Female-Led Star Wars Disney+ Show
Star Wars show runner Leslye Headland revealed that she has been working on her project for about a year.
WandaVision Release Date: Disney Still Planning 2020 Debut For Marvel Show, Says Kat Dennings
Kat Dennis seemingly confirms that WandaVision is still set to arrive on Disney+ in December.
Tom Holland Helps Spider-Man-Loving Heart Transplant Patient Suit Up For Spider-Verse Video
Tom Holland helps young Atlanta heart transplant patient suit up as Spider-Man in Twitter video
Tom Holland's Spider-Man 3: Zendaya Arrives in Atlanta For MCU Production
Spider-Man 3 star Zendaya arrives in Atlanta, GA to begin production on her next MCU film
Robert Pattinson's The Batman: Set Video Reveals Gotham City Mayor Debate Footage
New set video from the UK teases a televised mayoral debate between Bella Reál and Don Mitchell in The Batman.
Marvel Reveals Tony Stark's First Reaction to the MCU's Spider-Man & Iron Spider Plans
"The Wakanda Files" dives into Spider-Man's relationship with Tony Stark, including inspiration for Iron Spider.
Black Adam: DC Looking for Sam Rockwell-Type to Play Doctor Fate Alongside Dwayne Johnson
Casting team for Black Adam looking for male in his 30's to take on the role of Doctor Fate
Mahershala Ali's Blade: Marvel Starts Search For Black Writers & Filmmakers
MCU reboot of Blade is currently searching for an African-American writing team.
Avengers: Endgame's Josh Brolin Defends Marvel Co-Star Chris Pratt Against Online Criticism
Avengers: Endgame star Josh Brolin comes to the defense of Chris Pratt through his controversy.
Tom Holland's Spider-Man 3 Casting For Protesters, Reporters & More
New posts from Facebook and Twitter reveal new working title for Spider-Man 3, along with extras being cast for film
Marvel's Robert Downey Jr., Mark Ruffalo Voice Support For Avengers Co-Star Chris Pratt
MCU stars Robert Downey, Jr., Mark Ruffalo, and James Gunn come out in support of Chris Pratt amongst the Star-Lord actor's ongoing controversy.
Thor: Love and Thunder: Chris Hemsworth Teases Different Version of Hero in Marvel Sequel
Thor: Love and Thunder star Chris Hemsworth confirms film will shoot in January 2021; teases exciting things to come
The Boys Showrunner Criticizes Avengers: Endgame's Female A-Force Scene
The Boys creator Eric Kripke details his reasoning behind the 'girls get it done' scene in Season 2, taking a shot at the A-Force tease from Avengers: Endgame
Black Widow: Disney Stakeholder Wants Disney+ Release For Scarlett Johansson Marvel Movie
Disney stakeholder urges the company to release Black Widow on Disney+
Marvel's She Hulk: Tatiana Maslany Denies MCU Casting Reports
Tatiana Maslany seemingly denies her inclusion in Disney+’s She-Hulk
Robert Pattinson's The Batman: Set Photo Reveals First Look at Gotham Mayoral Candidate
A new set photo from The Batman reveals first look at Jayme Lawson's Bella Real on a poster
Disney's Aladdin Star Marwan Kenzari Rumored To Be Eyed For Black Adam Supervillain Role
Warner Bros. and DC Films searching for actor to play a mysterious role named Ishmael, with interest in Marwan Kenzari
Dwayne Johnson's Black Adam: Sarah Shahi Joins Cast as Kahndaq Professor
Black Adam officially casts Sarah Shahi in a key role next to Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Aldi Hodge, and Noah Centrino.
Watch: Robert Pattinson's The Batman Stuntman Seen Falling From Liverpool Tower
A new behind-the-scenes video from The Batman shows Robert Pattinson's stunt double standing on the edge of Liverpool's Royal Liver Building.
Marvel's WandaVision Leak Reveals 7 Funko Pops for Scarlet Witch & Vision
Six new Funko pops revealed detailing both Wanda and Vision from WandaVision
The Batman: Robert Pattinson's Stuntman Is Suited Up Back in the Batsuit in New Set Image
A new behind the scenes look at DC's The Batman has been released on Twitter, featuring a full-costumed photo of Robert Pattinson’s Batman.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: New Set Photo Teases an Unexpected MCU Alliance
New set photos from The Falcon and the Winter Soldier tease an unexpected alliance with Helmut Zemo.
Robert Pattinson Reveals He Lied to Christopher Nolan About The Batman Audition
‘The Batman’ Star Robert Pattinson details an entertaining story about secrecy with former Dark Knight director Christopher Nolan
Justice League: Ray Fisher Unleashes Scathing Remarks About Geoff Johns During Reshoots
Cyborg Actor Ray Fisher took to Twitter, saying his career was threatened by former DC Entertainment CCO Geoff Johns.
Sony Reportedly Signs Olivia Wilde to Direct Jessica Drew Spider-Woman Movie
Sony Pictures hires Olivia Wilde to direct a female-centric movie for an unknown hero
X-Men: Luke Hemsworth, Brother of Thor Star Chris Hemsworth, Is Ready to Play Wolverine
Luke Hemsworth really wants to wield adamantium claws to play Wolverine in the same universe as his brother Chris' Thor
Why Ryan Reynolds Keeps On Making Green Lantern Jokes
Ryan Reynolds explains his reasoning behind cracking so many jokes at his performance in 2011's Green Lantern
Marvel Studios Artist Releases Unused Captain America: Civil War Concept Poster
Marvel Head of Visual Development Ryan Meinerding shares early concept art of Captain America: Civil War Comic-Con poster