Richard Nebens

Richard Nebens

Senior Writer

Richard Nebens holds a position as The Direct's Senior Writer. 

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

Spider-Man 3: Zendaya Teases CGI-Heavy Action In Tom Holland Movie

Zendaya speaks on her progress for filming on Spider-Man 3 and reveals that MJ is "on the run" in her third MCU adventure.

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Marvel's Black Panther 2 Once Again Using Wakanda Bible For Production

Ryan Coogler confirms that Hannah Bealcher will return as the production designer for Black Panther II, as will her 500-page "Black Panther Bible."

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WandaVision Opener Shows Huge Mistake with Paul Bettany's Vision

WandaVision episode includes a mistake where Paul Bettany's human arm is visible as Vision.

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Zack Snyder's Justice League: Ray Fisher Hypes Up Press Tour For HBO Max Release

Ray Fisher takes to social media to reveal his intent to join the promotional tour for the Snyder Cut of Justice League.

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WandaVision Star Reveals Next Episode Will Shift Perspectives

WandaVision star Elizabeth Olsen teases big things ahead for Episode 4 of WandaVision.

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WandaVision: Disney+ Reveals Translation of Wanda's Lullaby

Wanda Maximoff's Sokovian lullaby in WandaVision Episode 3 connects directly to Monica Rambeau's superpowers.

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Did WandaVision Alter Scenes Due To MCU Delays? Marvel Showrunner Responds

The showrunner for Marvel Studios' WandaVision plays coy on whether scenes were reworked in the Disney+ show due to its release coming before other Phase 4 projects.

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WandaVision: Disney Officially Reveals Images From Episode 3

Marvel and Disney release six new still photos from Episode 3 of WandaVision, entitled "Now In Color."

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MCU Producer Teases More Multiverse Stories After Doctor Strange 2

Marvel CCO Kevin Feige reveals that Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is only the beginning of the multiverse in the MCU.

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Anthony Mackie Comments on Marvel's Master Plan For MCU's Phase 4

Anthony Mackie teases that he knows more than most about Phase 4 of the MCU, but refuses to reveal anything.

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WandaVision: Disney+ Gives Official Titles To Marvel Show's First Two Episodes

The official Disney+ page for WandaVision now includes episode titles for the MCU's first streaming show.

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WandaVision Actress Teases More Appearances For Her MCU Supporting Character

Debra Jo Rupp teases she may be around for more than the first two episodes of Marvel Studios' WandaVision.

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Zack Snyder's Justice League: Darkseid's Armor Revealed By Official Merch

The DC Comics Shop reveals the first images of Darkseid in full gear on the first official merchandise from the Snyder Cut.

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Watch: Tom Holland Plays Peter Parker For Disneyland's New Spider-Man Attraction

Tom Holland shares a first look at the new Spider-Man ride set to arrive in Disney's California Adventure.

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Chris Evans Reflects on 'Emotional' Captain America Mjölnir Scene In Avengers: Endgame

Chris Evans gets emotional looking back on audience reactions to Cap lifting Mjolnir in Avengers: Endgame.

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Avengers: Endgame's Post-Credits Scene Would've Teased WandaVision

Paul Bettany reveals that Avengers: Endgame originally had a tag that revealed Vision to be alive before WandaVision.

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WandaVision's Elizabeth Olsen Reveals Her Marvel Contract Isn't a Multi-Picture Deal

Elizabeth Olsen reveals that she doesn't have a multi-picture contract with Marvel Studios, despite being involved in two of Phase 4's biggest releases.

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WandaVision Easter Egg: The Cow Who Raises Scarlet Witch In the Comics Is Referenced In Episode 2

The opening credits for Episode 2 of WandaVision lay out teases for Agatha Harkless and Bova the cow.

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WandaVision Has Malcolm In the Middle Influence In Upcoming Episode

Elizabeth Olsen reveals that Marvel used Malcolm in the Middle as inspiration for an episode of WandaVision.

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Tom Holland's Spider-Man 3: Scene Description Hints at Peter Parker & MJ's Relationship Issues

A new batch of leaked photos tease a potentially problematic relationship between Peter Parker and MJ in Spider-Man 3.

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Spider-Man Composer Reportedly Joins Samuel L. Jackson's Secret Invasion Disney+ Show

Michael Giacchino will reportedly pen the score for Secret Invasion on Disney+.

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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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