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
Disney Exec Reacts To Fantastic Four Trailer Rumors
A Disney executive offered a vague response to a rumor about the expected first trailer for the MCU's Fantastic Four.
Johnny Depp Plans Hollywood Return With 2 Upcoming Movies
Embattled Hollywood veteran Johnny Depp has his sights set on a return to the spotlight.
Netflix Shares Exciting Wednesday Season 2 Release Update
According to new quotes, many at Netflix expect Wednesday Season 2 to be a HUGE hit.
Every Marvel Movie Releasing In 2025
After a slower year for movies in 2024, Marvel Studios hopes to dominate in theaters across most of 2025.
Jessica Chobot Reunites With Expedition X Co-Star Following Abrupt Show Exit
Fans saw a reunion between two major players formerly associated with Expedition X.
On Call Season 2 Gets Promising Update from Producer
As On Call becomes one of the biggest early hits of 2025, Season 2 is already on the table.
XO Kitty Season 3 Renewal Gets Hopeful Update from Star
Those hoping for more XO Kitty have an idea of what one of the show's stars wants to see moving forward.
Doctor Strange 3: Benedict Cumberbatch Confirms Next Movie Discussions Are Well Underway At Marvel Studios
The Doctor Strange movies are confirmed to continue thanks to new comments from star Benedict Cumberbatch.
LEGO to Release First-Ever 'One Piece' Netflix Set
One Piece is about to be immortalized in LEGO form for the very first time.
New Outlander Season 8 Trailer Confirms Release Is 'Coming Soon'
A new look at the last season of Outlander gives fans a hopeful update about its next release date.
Marvel 2025: 17 New Characters Joining The MCU This Year
The MCU's nine new 2025 projects will bring a hoard of new faces to the red brand.
New Star Wars Movie: Ryan Gosling In Talks For Deadpool & Wolverine Director's Standalone Star Wars Film, Details
The man behind Deadpool & Wolverine & Free Guy might be in line to team up with a Barbie star for a Star Wars project!
Here's When John Oliver's Show Will Return In 2025 (Confirmed)
Comedy star John Oliver is inching closer to a return to TV with his long-running late-night satire show
'On Call' Just Broke TWO Major TV Records
Dick Wolf's latest series, On Call, is setting a new standard for the TV mogul.
Reality TV Shows 2025: 10 Exciting Reality Series Releasing On Netflix, Cable & More
Reality TV remains a staple in life, and it continues to gain traction in media as 2025 moves forward.
Marvel Snap Just Got Banned in the U.S.
Marvel Snap fans in the United States are shocked by recent events leaving them out in the cold.
Dexter: Original Sin Episode 7 Release Date Confirmed by Paramount+ Following Gap Week
Dexter: Original Sin has more of its season schedule set into stone after a recent update.
Wicked Just Broke These 10 Box Office Records in Historic Theatrical Run
Wicked quickly became one of 2024's biggest hit movies, breaking records at every turn.
Marvel Fans Losing Their Minds Over Storm's New Hunky Superpowered Boyfriend
Storm's latest love interest in Marvel Comics has a large part of the fandom going crazy.
Captain America Brave New World Popcorn Bucket Buyer's Guide (AMC, Regal & Cinemark)
Marvel returns to the great popcorn bucket war with wild new merchandise for Captain America: Brave New World.
Who Is White Tiger? Daredevil: Born Again Character & Marvel Connections Explained
The White Tiger officially slashes his way into the MCU during his debut in Daredevil: Born Again
Where is The Pitt Filmed? TV Show's Real-Life Locations Revealed
Max went from coast to coast to film its brand-new medical drama, The Pitt.
Superman 2025 Extended 4K Trailer Features (Brief) New Scenes Of Lex Luthor & Mr. Terrific
Ahead of Superman's Super Bowl promotional run, fans got new looks at a couple of key characters in new footage.
Best Amazon Prime Video 2025 TV Shows: 10 Exciting New Series Releasing This Year
Amazon Prime Video has an epic slate of major series set to come to the small screen over the next 12 months.
Here's When 911 Show & 'Lone Star' Return In 2025 (Confirmed)
Call 911! Both of the franchise's hit dramas will be back on the air in the coming weeks.
James Gunn Just Nerfed the New DCU's First Villain - And Fans Aren't Happy
The DCU's first villain seemed to go down a little too easily for viewers, and they are coming for James Gunn.
Outlander Season 7 Episode 16 Release Date Confirmed by Starz Following Frustrating Gap Week
While Outlander is making its way through Season 7, fans have waited an unusually long time for the newest episode.
One Piece Season 2 Netflix Update Reveals New Release Projection
Fans continue to wait diligently for One Piece Season 2 as a new update hints at when it might debut.
New Wednesday Season 2 Netflix Trailer Includes 1 Controversial Actor
The controversy surrounding Wednesday Season 2 could not be ignored thanks to a new Netflix trailer
Is GI Robot Dead? Creature Commandos Finale Reveals His True Fate
After countless deaths in Creature Commandos, the fate of the series' biggest Nazi killer was up for debate.
Chicago Fire: Where Is Stella Kidd? Her Absence Explained
Those wondering about Stella Kidd's absence in Chicago Fire Season 13 now have an answer.
Captain America: Brave New World Movie Runtime Will Please Marvel Fans
The runtime for Captain America: Brave New World should have viewers happy.
Prime Video Reveals When Fallout Season 2 Production Will Restart Following Delays
The LA fires have delayed the production of Fallout Season 2, but Amazon Prime Video has revealed when the production is planned to resume.
Marvel Studios 'Blocked' This Fan-Favorite Character from Deadpool & Wolverine
While Deadpool & Wolverine's cast was enormous, there was one intriguing name left off the board...
Deal or No Deal Island Season 2 Cast: Meet the Contestants (Photos)
The second year of Deal or No Deal Island is nearly ready to air behind a new cast of hopeful winners.
Rachel Zegler's Snow White Trailer Dislike-Bombing Is an Absolute Disaster
The live-action Snow White remake is having a rough time after its main trailer hit YouTube.
Beast Games: Jeremy Responds to Backlash & Criticism from Fans
Jeremy, one of Beast Games' 1000 contestants, is in the middle of some major controversy online.
New Captain America 4 Footage Includes a Great 'Black Panther' Easter Egg
One power seen from the Black Panther made its way into new footage from Captain America: Brave New World.
Andrew Garfield Talks Spider-Man 4 Return: "No One’s Gonna Trust Anything I Say…"
Andrew Garfield is back to his evasive, mysterious ways when asked about returning as Spider-Man again.
Captain America 4's Secret Villain Just Got Fully Exposed by New Merch (Photos)
MCU fans got their best look yet at one of Captain America 4's biggest antagonists.