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
When Will the MCU End? Marvel Studios Exec Gives Honest Answer
Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige shared his thoughts on if and when the MCU will end.
Amy Adams Breaks Silence on Henry Cavill's Superman Return
Man of Steel star Amy Adams addressed Henry Cavill's surprise comeback as Superman.
Zendaya Shares New Photo to Celebrate Dune 2 Filming
Zendaya has shared a new photo from filming Dune Part 2
Black Panther Star Convinced T’Challa Will Get Recast
Black Panther 2 actor Winston Duke shared his thoughts on T'Challa's potential MCU return.
Marvel’s Chloe Bennet Shares New Photos That May Tease Her MCU Return
Agents of SHIELD star Chloe Bennet may have teased her comeback to the MCU as Daisy Johnson.
Black Panther 2 Star Teases [SPOILERS] Return After Dying In Sequel
One of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever's stars teased their potential future in the MCU following a surprising death.
Black Panther 3: Marvel Changed Plans for Third Movie's Title
Marvel Studios revealed the original title for the third Black Panther movie.
Avengers 6 Rumored to Feature Many X-Men Heroes
Avengers: Secret Wars may feature the X-Men and more alongside the Avengers.
Marvel Confirms MCU Mutants Existed WAY Longer Than Expected
Marvel Studios' Black Panther 2 confirmed how long mutants have existed in the MCU.
How Black Panther 2's Post-Credits Scene Changed After Chadwick Boseman Died
Marvel producer Nate Moore explained how Black Panther 2's post-credits scene evolved.
Marvel's Thunderbolts Movie Will 'Drop a Bomb' on the MCU, Promises Actor
A star from Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts teased the big swings the movie will take.
Emily Blunt Gets Honest About Fantastic Four Casting
Emily Blunt set the record straight about her potential casting in Marvel Studios' Fantastic Four.
Indiana Jones 5 Director Refutes ‘Disaster’ Test Screening Reports
Indiana Jones 5 director James Mangold addressed the rumors about reported test screenings of his latest film.
DC Studios Boss Shuts Down Angry SnyderVerse Fan on Social Media
DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn addressed a new round of comments from Snyderverse fans on Twitter.
Disney Removes Gay Black Panther 2 Scene to Avoid Ban
Disney removed a moment of LGBTQIA+ representation for one international release of Black Panther 2.
Disney+ Witch Mountain Reboot Underway With Jurassic World Star (Report)
Disney has reportedly green-lit a Witch Mountain reboot featuring a Star Wars and Jurrasic World icon.
The Batman 2: WB Exec Explains DC Timeline Leading Up to Robert Pattinson Sequel
HBO Max head of originals Sarah Aubrey explained how the Penguin spin-off fits in with the two The Batman movies.
Warner Bros. Reveals Ambitious 8-Year Plan for New DC Superhero Universe
Warner Bros' top executives shared the first hints about their plan for the DC Universe.
Star Wars' Newest Disney+ Show Is Now Beating Andor In Audience Demand
Analytics revealed how many people are watching the newest Star Wars show.
Star Wars: Studio Ghibli Announces Surprise Collaboration With Lucasfilm
Renowned Japanese animation company Studio Ghibli has announced a collaboration with Lucasfilm.
Chris Evans Reveals the Truth About Him Missing Marvel
MCU star Chris Evans revealed the truth about whether he misses his Captain America role in the MCU.
Kevin Feige Debunks Avengers 6 Director Rumor
Kevin Feige addressed the rumors about Ryan Coogler being in the running to direct Avengers: Secret Wars.
Black Panther 2's Record-Breaking Budget Revealed
Black Panther 2 set a unique record with one of the highest budgets in MCU history.
The Mandalorian Cast Reveals More Exciting Season 3 Plot Details
The Mandalorian director Rick Famuyiwa teased what's in store for Din Djarin's storyline in Season 3.
MCU Deadpool 3 Director Reacts to Claims That He's Directing New Star Wars Movie
Deadpool 3 director Shawn Levy reportedly entered talks to direct a Star Wars movie.
Chris Evans Has Hilarious Reaction to Being Named 'Sexiest Man Alive'
Chris Evans reacted to being named People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2022.
MCU Producer Shares X-Men Update on When They'll Will Arrive
A Marvel Studios producer teased when fans can expect to see the X-Men in the MCU.
DC Boss Hints at 10 New Superheroes Who May Be Introduced In Upcoming Movies
New DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn teased the superheroes that could be introduced in new movies under his watch.
Eric André Reportedly Joins the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Eric André has joined Marvel and Disney+'s Agatha Coven of Chaos
Ryan Reynolds Addresses X-Men Complications In the MCU: ‘A Lot of Red Tape’
Ryan Reynolds teased the complications behind bringing the X-Men into the MCU.
Henry Cavill Reveals How His Girlfriend Improved His Life
Superman star Henry Cavill discussed the support he gets in his work from his girlfriend.
Peacemaker: New Trailer Description Reveals Events After The Suicide Squad
Details came to light on new footage from John Cena's Peacemaker series.
Marvel's Eternals: Next Trailer Release Date Reportedly Revealed
Daniel RPK teased that a second trailer for Marvel Studios' Eternals is coming on Thursday, August 19, 2021.
New DC Studios Boss Responds to Arrowverse & Ayer Cut Rescue Attempts by Fans
DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn addressed the fan campaigns for the Arrowverse and Ayer Cut.
Watch: Unseen Suicide Squad Ayer Cut Action Scene Released Online
A previously-unseen moment from The Ayer Cut of Suicide Squad was revealed online.
Ryan Coogler Recalls 'Inexplicable' Things Chadwick Boseman Did Battling Cancer on Black Panther Set
Black Panther 2 director Ryan Coogler reminisced about the late Chadwick Boseman's work on Black Panther while battling cancer.
DC Producer Regretful Over How HBO Max's Batman Gotham Spin-off Turned Out
DC producer Joe Barton shared new information and regret about the canceled Gotham PD spin-off.
Black Adam 2 Is Reportedly Closer Than We Thought
A new report indicated how close Warner Bros. is to developing Black Adam 2.
Black Panther 2 Director Explains Doctor Doom’s ‘Baggage’ In the MCU
Black Panther 2 director Ryan Coogler teased what's coming with the MCU's Doctor Doom.
Ms. Marvel's Iman Vellani Channels Iron Man With Adorable Halloween Costume (Photos)
Ms. Marvel star Iman Vellani went out for Halloween as her favorite Marvel character.