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
First Mandalorian Season 3 LEGOs Tease Major Action Scenes
A new LEGO set teased an upcoming action sequence in Season 3 of The Mandalorian.
Disney+ X-Men '97 Reboot Gets Exciting Updates From MCU Writer
X-Men '97 writer Beau DeMayo shared a new update on the MCU's next animated series.
Why Henry Cavill’s Superman Return Got Delayed for So Long (Report)
A new report shared why Warner Bros. waited so long to bring Henry Cavill's Superman back.
Disney+ Reportedly Releasing Fantastic Four Prequel Ahead of 2025 Movie
Disney+ will reportedly release a prequel to Marvel Studios' Fantastic Four.
Justice League’s Ray Fisher Celebrates DC Films’ Boss Departure
Justice League star Ray Fisher addressed the departure of DC executive Walter Hamada.
She-Hulk Season 1's Lost Episode Explained by Director (Exclusive)
She-Hulk director Kat Coiro spoke with The Direct to explain the change in episode count for Season 1.
First Footage of Upgraded Ironheart Armor In Black Panther 2 Revealed
Marvel Studios released new footage of Ironheart from Black Panther 2.
Warner Bros.’ Black Superman Movie Gets Surprising Update Amid Henry Cavill’s Comeback
Warner Bros.' Black Superman movie got an update in the midst of the news regarding Man of Steel 2.
Black Panther 2's Red Carpet Premiere Date Revealed
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever's red carpet date was revealed to be less that two weeks before its worldwide premiere.
New Photos Show Amber Heard, Henry Cavill & More Training for Justice League
New behind-the-scenes photos shared a look at Henry Cavill and Amber Heard preparing to shoot Justice League.
See Black Adam's Negative Rotten Tomatoes Consensus After Mixed Reviews
Black Adam's Rotten Tomatoes consensus became negative after numerous reviews.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Screenings Reportedly Won't Show the Whole Movie
Reports indicated that less than an hour of footage will be shown at the Spider-Man: No Way Home press screenings.
Thanos Creator Reacts to Harry Styles' Eternals Post-Credits Scene
Jim Starlin shared his reaction to seeing Harry Styles and Patton Oswalt as Starfox and Pip the Troll in Eternals.
How Guardians of the Galaxy's Rocket Influenced Eternals' Post-Credits Scene
Chloé Zhao shared how the team behind Eternals used Guardians of the Galaxy as a visual influence.
Eternals Easter Egg Makes Sprite's Betrayal Even Worse
An Easter egg from Marvel Studios' Eternals showed just how bad Sprite's betrayal truly was.
MCU Boss Hints at Tom Holland's Spider-Man Future Ahead of Phase 5
Kevin Feige teased Tom Holland’s Spider-Man future following the webslinger's absence from Marvel's Hall H SDCC panel.
Moon Knight Season 2: Oscar Isaac Sets the Record Straight on Renewal
Oscar Isaac confirms that he's had recent talks about Moon Knight's future, and discusses the prospects of a Season 2.
Black Panther 2: First Details on Scrapped Chadwick Boseman-Led Sequel Revealed
New details revealed how Chadwick Boseman originally played into Black Panther 2.
HBO Max Cancels Another DC Superhero Movie (Report)
Warner Bros. Discovery reportedly canceled another superhero movie in the DC Universe.
First Details on Harrison Ford's Recast Marvel Character Revealed
The details about Harrison Ford's upcoming role in the MCU were revealed.
First Look at Hulk’s Son Skaar Deleted Emo Design (Photo)
Concept art revealed an alternate look at Skaar from the Season 1 finale of She-Hulk.
She-Hulk Finale’s Confusing Opening Explained by Director (Exclusive)
Kat Coiro spoke exclusively with The Direct about the confusion behind the She-Hulk season finale's opening scene.
Disney+'s Daredevil Reboot Casting 7 New Characters (Report)
A new casting report revealed new characters coming to Daredevil: Born Again.
New Controversial Details on Henry Cavill's Black Adam Scene Revealed
DC Rejected Henry Cavill's Superman Return In New Movie Until WB Overruled
Disney+ Just Added X-Men’s Last-Ever Movie From Fox
Disney finally completed Fox's collection of X-Men movies on its streaming service.
Marvel Hired a Man to Play She-Hulk In Finale Scenes (Photos)
Photos revealed that She-Hulk was played on set by a new actor in the Season 1 finale.
Warner Bros. Actively Prevented Henry Cavill's Superman Return, Confirms DC Star
Warner Bros. reportedly kept Henry Cavill from bringing Superman back to the DCEU for years.
First Look at Werewolf by Night’s Full-Body Appearance Revealed In Color
Marvel Studios revealed the first look at Werewolf by Night fully in color.
She-Hulk Producer Defends the Finale's Big Twist Ending
Marvel producer and head writer Jessica Gao explained the ending to Episode 9 of She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.
New She-Hulk Trailer Spoils Daredevil’s Finale Appearance
Marvel Studios released a new trailer for She-Hulk that spoils the appearance of a fan-favorite character
Did Marvel’s World War Hulk Movie Just Secretly Get Announced?
The Season 1 finale of She-Hulk appears to have set up a World War Hulk movie.
Dwayne Johnson Breaks Silence on Black Adam Post-Credits Spoilers
Dwayne Johnson teased what fans are in for with Black Adam's post-credits sequence.
Marvel Producer Compares Black Panther 2 to The Godfather
Marvel producer Nate Moore compared Black Panther 2 to one of the most iconic movies of all time.
Marvel Studios Responds to T'Challa Recast Controversy
Marvel Studios commented on the late Chadwick Boseman's T'Challa not being recast.
MCU Blade Movie Gets Reassuring Update Amid Lead Actor Frustration Rumors
Mahershala Alis is still focused on making Blade the best it can be for Marvel Studios.
Black Adam Reviews: Critics Share Mixed Reactions to New DC Movie
Black Adam Movie Reviews: What Are Critics' First Reactions?
How Ryan Reynolds Reacted to Controversial Deadpool Comments From TJ Miller
T.J. Miller shared Ryan Reynolds' reaction to the comments made about their relationship.
Historic Zack Snyder’s Justice League Event Announced for 2023
Zack Snyder's Justice Leage is set for its first run in theaters following its debut in 2021 on HBO Max.
Disney Confirms Time Jump After T'Challa's Death In Black Panther 2
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever was confirmed to take place a year after T'Challa's death.
Marvel's Ironheart Star Shares Heartwarming Response to Her First Official Poster
Dominique Thorne shared her reaction to her first official MCU poster as Ironheart.