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 articles daily, helping readers keep up with the latest from every fandom. He started his writing career in July 2019 with MCU Exchange, worked as a writer/podcast host with The Illuminerdi from 2020 to 2022, and contributed to Agents of Fandom as a writer, interviewer, and podcast guest. He also began writing for MovieWeb in early 2026 and has conducted multiple in-person interviews on- and off-camera.
Prior to joining The Direct, Richard worked a variety of jobs, including as a bellman, valet, photographer, and escape room manager; he later went 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
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.
Tom Hiddleston Just Made His First MCU Return Since Loki's Finale
Tom Hiddleston kept up his extended run of dominance in the MCU with his latest Marvel Studios appearance.
Earth Abides' Jessica Frances Dukes Talks About That Shocking Finale and Her Love of the Book
The Direct speaks with Earth Abides star Jessica Frances Dukes about her experience on the MGM+ series.
Virgin River: What Happened to Hope In Season 6
Virgin River Season 6 brings up several questions about Annette O'Toole's Hope McCrea.
Netflix Confirms Squid Game 3 Release Window + First Poster
New promotional material for Squid Game Season 3 teased its imminent release date.
Squid Game Season 3 Release Is Closer Than You Expect
Those waiting for more Squid Game could be in luck thanks to a new report on Season 3.
Will 'What If' Season 4 Happen? Marvel Exec Officially Confirms the Fate of the Series
What If...?'s future was officially confirmed by one of Marvel's top creatives as Season 4 is in the air.
The MCU's Deadpool Just Had a Wild Cameo In Marvel Studios' New Show
The MCU's latest streaming show offered a wild look at one of the franchise's newest additions, Deadpool.
Juror #2 Movie: How The Ending Sets Up The Perfect Sequel
Juror #2 is taking the world by storm, but many wonder whether a follow-up film could be in play.
Virgin River: What Happens to Brady & Brie - Books Vs. Show Differences & Theories Explained
Brady and Brie are a major part of the Virgin River TV show, but their story in the original books is vastly different.
Did Marvel Studios Just Reveal The Fantastic Four Movie’s Secret Cameo?
A brand-new character introduced in What If...? might also be part of a bigger MCU project in 2025.
What If...? Finale Cameos Explained: 20 Surprise Marvel Variants (Photos & Description)
After What If...? delivered some wild Variants, the show's final montage teased just how much crazier things could get.
LEGO Marvel 2025 - 15 Sets Expected to Release Next Year
Alongside nearly a dozen MCU projects, LEGO is set to bring a ton of new Marvel sets to shelves in 2025.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.