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.
Richard can be found on Twitter (@RichardNebens), Instagram (@richardnebens), and TikTok (@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.
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Richard Nebens's Latest The Direct Articles
Happy Gilmore 2 Cast & Characters: Adam Sandler, Travis Kelce & More
Happy Gilmore 2's cast will have no shortage of star entertainers, from athletes to musicians.
Tires Season 2: First Trailer Confirms Netflix Release Window
The new sitcom Tires is finally returning to the air, as revealed by a brand-new trailer.
Oscar Isaac Just Made His First MCU Return Since Moon Knight's Finale
Oscar Isaac is back in the MCU as Moon Knight for the first time in nearly three years.
Lizzie's Pregnancy In Virgin River, Explained
Season 6 of Virgin River brings a new pregnancy into the story behind Sarah Dugdale's Lizzie.
Virgin River Season 6's Calvin Actor Change Explained
While Calvin recently returned to Virgin River, Season 6 utilized a new actor to play the long-standing role.
Is Sarah Dugdale Pregnant In Virgin River Season 6?
The question of Sarah Dudgale's possible pregnancy was a hot topic of discussion for Virgin River Season 6.
Marvel Studios' New Thunderbolts Trailer Just Broke a Major 16-Year MCU Record
Marvel fans have gotten a LOT of Thunderbolts marketing through the movie's new record-breaking trailer.
DC Studios' Own Nick Fury Just Got Revealed
James Gunn's DCU has a character who will play a similar role to Marvel's Nick Fury moving forward.
LEGO Unveils New 2025 MCU Avengers Set Featuring Spider-Man, Scarlet Witch & More
LEGO adds to its Avengers lineup for 2025 with a massive new set, including a couple of A-list names.
Where Is Beast Games Filmed? Incredible Locations Revealed
Beast Games pulled out all the stops for its production, including its filming locations for its Prime Video debut.
Marvel Director Reveals Why Hugh Jackman Wolverine What If Plans Failed
There was an idea to bring Hugh Jackman's Wolverine into the MCU's animated What If...? show, but it never came to be.
Here's When Fire Country Season 3's Next Episode Will Release In 2025 (Confirmed)
Fire Country is on its midseason break, but it won't be long until Season 3 is back on the air.
Marvel What If Season 3 Cast, Characters & Actors (Photos)
Dozens of animated Marvel variants will take center stage in the final season of Marvel Studios' What If...?.
Virgin River: How Did Mel's Mom Die? What Happened to Her
The fate of Mel Monroe's mother has been one of the longest-lasting unanswered questions through Virgin River's run.
Here's When Homestead Movie's Streaming Debut Is Now Expected
Homestead is now in theaters as viewers wait to see when the latest Angel Studios-distributed film will begin streaming.
Virgin River: Here's Why Cameron Had to Leave the Show
Virgin River Season 6 marked the end of the road for Mark Ghanimé as Cameron Hayek.
Virgin River: What Happens to Charmaine - Books Vs. Show Differences & Theories Explained
Virgin River's Charmaine goes through quite the emotional journey both in the show and in the original books.
Marvel's What If Season 3 Episode List (Confirmed)
The episode storylines in What If...? Season 3 have officially gone public.
LEGO Harry Potter 2025 - 14 Sets Expected to Release Next Year
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is rumored to be used in over a dozen new buildable LEGO sets.
Here's What Happened to Mel's Baby on Virgin River
Mel's experience with motherhood on Virgin River has been anything but an easy ride.
Beast Games Episode 3 Release Date & Remaining Schedule
Beast Games is now underway with its first season as fans look to when its third episode will debut.
The Office Returns: 2025 Peacock Spin-off Hype Reaches New Heights After Release of Viral Fan Poster
A fan-made poster for a reboot of The Office has viewers psyched out about a possible series reboot.
Where Is Virgin River Season 6 Filmed? Beautiful Locations Revealed
Canada's lush green landscapes have served as Virgin River's background for more than half a decade.
Marvel Studios Confirms When the X-Men Will Return to the MCU Next
The X-Men are officially confirmed to return to the MCU, and it will not be long until they are back on screen.
Stranger Things Star Eyed to Play Major New MCU X-Men Hero
A Stranger Things star may be in line to take on one of Marvel Comics' most powerful mutants.
Superman Movie Trailer's Robot Cameo & Kelex Theories Explained
The Superman trailer showed a quick glimpse at a unique robot, and fans have theories on who it may be.
Superman Movie: Mr. Terrific's Wild Superpowers Just Got Revealed
DC Studios' Mr. Terrific made his cinematic debut in the first trailer for James Gunn's Superman movie!
MCU: First Look at Vanessa Kirby's Invisible Woman Using Her Powers (Photo)
Marvel fans got their first taste of what the Invisible Woman's powers will look like in the MCU.
White Lotus Season 3 Cast With Pictures: Every Actor Confirmed to Appear
A brand-new cast of A-listers will embark on a vacation at The White Lotus for a wild Season 3 adventure.
Who Is Xeni In Inside Out: Dream Productions? Actor & Character Details
Dream Productions introduces viewers to an exciting new character — Richard Ayoade's Xeni.
Is Cameron Vo Leaving FBI International? Exit Scare Explained
FBI International could be without one of its major stars after a new plot development on screen.
Tom Holland's Spider-Man 4 Gets Exciting Villain Update (Report)
A new report hinted at Tom Holland's web-slinger facing his most dangerous villain yet in Spider-Man 4.
Marvel Studios Finally Confirms an MCU Sequel We All Anticipated Is Coming
To nobody's surprise, the MCU has a new sequel in place for one of the franchise's most successful superheroes.
Malcolm in the Middle Reboot Cast: Every Actor Confirmed to Return
After nearly two decades, Frankie Muniz's boy genius and his frantic family are back for new episodes.
Here's When Wicked Movie Will Start Leaving Theaters
After hitting theaters in November 2024, Wicked could remain in theaters well into 2025.
MCU Nova Disney+ Series Hires First Talent
The upcoming Nova series from Marvel Studios finally has a name attached to its development.
Kraven Movie's Bad Reviews Explained: 5 Biggest Criticisms
Kraven had more than its fair share of issues; it is time to look at the biggest ones that hindered the film's success.
Superman Movie Synopsis Teases What To Expect In DC Studios’ First Film
At long last, DC fans have a sense of what to expect in DC Studios' first movie.
8 Years Later, Disney Is Rebooting Another Huge Johnny Depp Movie Franchise
Disney reportedly has major plans for a 21st-century franchise that featured Jack Sparrow actor Johnny Depp.
Yellowstone Pays Tribute to Bob Avila In Season 5 Finale Episode
Yellowstone's final episode kicked off with a touching tribute to special guest star Bob Avila.