Richard Nebens

Richard Nebens

Senior Writer, Editor, Content Creator

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 also served as a writer/podcast host with The Illuminerdi from 2020 to 2022.

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 at @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's arrival.

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Richard Nebens's Latest Stories

Every Marvel Movie, TV Show, and Game Releasing In 2023

The Direct lays out every movie, TV show, and video game releasing within the greater Marvel universe in 2023.

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HBO Max Reveals Why It Keeps Abandoning Shows

An HBO Max executive went into details about why the network keeps canceling programs.

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James Gunn Teases First Superhero TV Show from DC Studios on the Way

DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn teased the first DC Studios TV show going into development.

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Deadpool vs. Wolverine MCU Rivalry Teased by Lead Actor

Wolverine star Hugh Jackman gave fans a hint of what kind of rivalry he'll have with Deadpool in Deadpool 3.

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Daredevil Star Reveals 1 Wild Villain He Wants In Disney+ Reboot

Daredevil actor Charlie Cox shared his thoughts on a strange villain he wants to see in his solo series.

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Marvel Tells You the Best MCU Movies to Watch With Official New Guide

Marvel Studios officially released a new guide for how to pick an MCU movie to watch.

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DC Abandoning Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman for Future Movie Slate (Report)

Reports indicated that Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman won't be part of the new slate of DC movies.

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3 WandaVision Characters Confirmed to Return for Upcoming MCU Show

Debra Jo Rupp became the latest star from WandaVision to join the Agatha Harkness spin-off series.

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New Spider-Verse 2 Photo Spoils Special Gwen Stacy Scene

A new image from Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse teased a sweet moment between Gwen Stacy and Miles Morales.

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New Report Reveals Which 2023 DC Movie WB Is Most Hopeful About

A new report shared the DC movie that Warner Bros. most wants to succeed.

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Jeremy Renner Accident: Actor's Desire to Help Led to Injury (Report)

Jeremy Renner was reportedly helping someone in need when he was injured.

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Marvel Star In Talks to Play Next James Bond (Report)

Reports indicated that a Marvel star is in talks to play the new iteration of James Bond.

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Marvel Writer Calls Out Iron Man 1 Stripper Scene Amid Backlash of She-Hulk Twerking

She-Hulk writer Dan Stott called out critics of the Disney+ show by referencing a moment from Iron Man.

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Avengers: Endgame Directors Celebrate 2023 New Year's With MCU Snap Video

Avengers: Endgame directors Joe and Anthony Russo shared a special New Year's video involving the fourth Avengers movie.

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Warner Bros. Unveils Poorly-Timed Man of Steel Collection

Warner Bros. shared a collection of DC Universe movies that came in poor taste ahead of the upcoming reboot.

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Captain Marvel 2 Star Feels 'Weird' About Harry Styles Joining the MCU

Ms. Marvel star Iman Vellani shared her feelings on Harry Styles' inclusion in the MCU.

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Batgirl Star Leaks New Unseen Photos from Cancelled Movie

Batgirl star Leslie Grace shared a look at her final Batgirl suit from DC's canceled solo movie.

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Ant-Man 3's Next Trailer Release Date Officially Revealed

Marvel Studios announced when fans will see new footage from Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania

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Marvel Studios Wanted TWO Black Panthers Simultaneously In the MCU

Marvel Studios initially planned to have more than one Black Panther at the same time.

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LEGO Star Wars: 10 Biggest Sets Ever Released (Official)

The Direct analyzes the biggest LEGO sets ever released from the Star Wars universe.

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Avengers 6 Secret Wars: 14 Legacy Characters Most Likely to Appear

Here are the most likely Marvel legacy characters that could appear in Avengers 6.

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Black Panther 3: Ryan Coogler Addresses If He'll Return to Marvel

Black Panther director Ryan Coogler shared his thoughts on coming back to direct Black Panther 3.

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New Doctor Strange 2 Video Reveals THOR's Brother Deleted Scene

A new behind-the-scenes video from Doctor Strange 2 shows how Thor's previously unknown brother died.

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11 MCU Actors Cast In Season 2 of Marvel’s What If

Marvel Studios confirmed 11 actors that will play voiceover roles in Season 2 of What If...?.

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Daredevil Star Teases MCU Cameos In Upcoming Rebooted Show

Daredevil star Charlie Cox teased the MCU cameos that could happen in Daredevil: Born Again.

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Black Panther 2 Becomes Biggest Female-Led Superhero Movie of All-Time In US

Marvel Studios' Black Panther sequel broke the record for the highest-grossing film ever with a female lead.

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James Cameron's Cancelled Spider-Man Movie Art Surfaces Online (Photos)

Concept art showing James Cameron's canceled Spider-Man movie appeared online during Avatar 2's theatrical run.

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Ant-Man 3 Director Reveals New Age of Cassie Lang After Recast

Ant-Man 3 director Peyton Reed revealed how old Cassie Lang will be as Kathryn Newton takes over the role.

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Hugh Jackman Addresses His Marvel Future Post-Deadpool 3 Amid Avengers 6 Return Rumors

Hugh Jackman shared where he stands with a future in the MCU after his work on Deadpool 3.

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New Daredevil Update Addresses R-Rating Reboot Rumors

A new update teased whether Daredevil: Born Again will come to Disney+ with an R-rating.

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Netflix's Iron Fist Star Gets Candid About 'Failed' Show

Iron Fist star Finn Jones shared his thoughts on why his Marvel Netflix series flopped.

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Deadpool 3 Will Take Place BEFORE Logan, Reveals Star

Hugh Jackman confirmed where Deadpool 3 takes place in the grand Marvel timeline.

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Jason Momoa's 'Dream' Project Is Finally Happening In the New DCU

Jason Momoa teased that one of his "dream projects" is in development for the new DCU.

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Zack Snyder Shares Disappointing SnyderVerse Update Following DCU Announcement

Zack Snyder provided an update on where his future stands with the DC Universe.

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DC Studios Boss Just Got Fans Involved In Choosing Upcoming Movies

DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn got fans involved in helping to pick movies for DC's new slate.

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Zachary Levi Addresses His Uncertain DC Future Under New Regime

Shazam star Zachary Levi discussed what his future may hold within the DC Universe.

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Shazam 2's Post-Credits Scenes Count Reportedly Revealed

Shazam!: Fury of the Gods director David F. Sandberg teased how many post-credits scenes are in the movie.

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New DC Blue Beetle Movie Details Reveal Spider-Man Similarities

Details about the Blue Beetle movie shared how the DC hero is similar to Marvel's Spider-Man.

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Dwayne Johnson Turned Down Shazam 2 Role (Report)

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson reportedly rejected a cameo appearance in next year's Shazam sequel.

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James Gunn Bluntly Reacts to Messy Black Adam Situation

James Gunn addressed the uncomfortable situation surrounding Black Adam and its place in the DCU.

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