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
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...?.
Daredevil Star Teases MCU Cameos In Upcoming Rebooted Show
Daredevil star Charlie Cox teased the MCU cameos that could happen in Daredevil: Born Again.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New Daredevil Update Addresses R-Rating Reboot Rumors
A new update teased whether Daredevil: Born Again will come to Disney+ with an R-rating.
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.
Deadpool 3 Will Take Place BEFORE Logan, Reveals Star
Hugh Jackman confirmed where Deadpool 3 takes place in the grand Marvel timeline.
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.
Zack Snyder Shares Disappointing SnyderVerse Update Following DCU Announcement
Zack Snyder provided an update on where his future stands with the DC Universe.
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.
Zachary Levi Addresses His Uncertain DC Future Under New Regime
Shazam star Zachary Levi discussed what his future may hold within the DC Universe.
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.
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.
Dwayne Johnson Turned Down Shazam 2 Role (Report)
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson reportedly rejected a cameo appearance in next year's Shazam sequel.
James Gunn Bluntly Reacts to Messy Black Adam Situation
James Gunn addressed the uncomfortable situation surrounding Black Adam and its place in the DCU.
DC Studios’ New Logo Might’ve Just Accidentally Been Revealed (Photo)
A DC producer appeared to reveal the brand-new logo for the rebranded DC Studios.
Marvel Star Admits He Was an Asshole to Reject Avengers: Endgame Role
MCU star Frank Grillo looked back to the time he rejected a role in Avengers: Endgame.
DC Star Explains Why SnyderVerse Failed to Beat Marvel
Shazam star Zachary Levi addressed how the SnyderVerse couldn't live up to the MCU.
Zachary Levi Condemns Angry DC Fans Attacking James Gunn
Shazam star Zachary Levi fought back against angry DC fans calling for James Gunn's job to be axed.
Daredevil Star Clarifies His Questionable Deadpool 3 Comments
Daredevil star Charlie Cox clarified what he said about appearing in Marvel Studios' Deadpool 3.
Dwayne Johnson Rejected Offer to Appear In The Flash (Report)
Dwayne Johnson reportedly turned down an offer to join the cast of The Flash.
James Gunn Confirms Plans for DC Elseworlds Movies
DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn teased an Elseworlds movie in development at Warner Bros.
Disney+ Removes Marvel Studios Assembled Episodes from Service
The Disney+ service removed a number of episodes of Marvel Studios: Assembled.
Jude Law's Star Wars Show Reveals New Look at Lead Actor
Lucasfilm revealed a new look at Jude Law's character from the upcoming Skeleton Crew series.
Henry Cavill Fired His Manager Ahead of Superman Drama (Report)
Former Superman star Henry Cavill took drastic measures with his management company before leaving the DCU.
DC Boss Debunks Suicide Squad Recast Rumors
DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn clarified reports about characters from his movie not being recast.
Captain Marvel 2 Reveals First Official Plot Synopsis
The first official synopsis for Marvel Studios' The Marvels became available online.
Avatar 2 Fan-Favorite Actor Has Avengers: Endgame Cameo You Likely Don't Remember
Avatar 2's cast included an actor who had an overlooked cameo role in Marvel Studios' Avengers: Endgame.
Disney+ Turned Down This Gorgeous Hawkeye Poster
An unused poster for Marvel Studios' Hawkeye on Disney+ was just released.
Marvel's Eternals Director Ships Shuri & Namor In the MCU
Eternals director Chloé Zhao shared her personal review of Marvel Studios' Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
DC Removes Gal Gadot from New Movie After Cancelling Wonder Woman 3 (Report)
Warner Bros. has reportedly removed a cameo featuring Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman from a 2023 movie.
Jennifer Lawrence Throws Shade at X-Men Director Bryan Singer
Mystique star Jennifer Lawrence commented on her experience working with X-Men director Bryan Singer.
Marvel Reveals Best Look at Tom Holland's Newest Spider-Man Suit (Photos)
A new collectible figure revealed the best look yet at Tom Holland's newest Spider-Man costume.
Disney Confirms Surprising Avatar 2 Trailer Release With Doctor Strange 2
Disney announced that the first trailer for Avatar 2 will premiere exclusively in theaters alongside Doctor Strange 2.
Henry Cavill Reacts to Man of Steel 2 Cancellation
Superman star Henry Cavill expressed his thoughts on his solo sequel being canceled.
Star Wars' Upcoming Rogue Squadron Movie Gets Surprising Update
Rogue Squadron director Patty Jenkins offered an update on her Star Wars film amidst disheartening rumors.
Marvel Studios’ First R-Rated Movie Gets Hyped Up by Director
Marvel Studios director Shawn Levy shared what to expect from the MCU's first-ever R-rated movie.
First Look at Peter Parker’s Daughter in Next Spider-Man Movie (Photo)
Sony showed Peter B. Parker's daughter in an exclusive trailer for Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.