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
Marvel’s WandaVision Producer Admits Show Is Complicated
WandaVision producer Mary Livanos describes the complicated nature of WandaVision as it premieres on Disney+.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Reveals When Tickets Go On Sale
Sony Pictures announced when tickets for Spider-Man: No Way Home will go on sale.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Confirms Exact TIME Tickets Go On Sale
Tickets for Spider-Man: No Way Home were officially confirmed to go on sale at 12:01 am EST on November 29.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Update Reveals Disappointing Tobey Maguire & Andrew Garfield Trailer News
Scooper Daniel Richtman teased that Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield likely won't be revealed in the second Spider-Man: No Way Home trailer.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Star Gets Candid About 'Incredible' Maguire & Garfield Moments
Tom Holland expressed pride and excitement for his time with Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield in Spider-Man: No Way Home.
Tobey Maguire & Andrew Garfield Snuck Into Spider-Man Screening Together
Andrew Garfield revealed that he and Tobey Maguire snuck into a screening of Spider-Man: No Way Home together.
Andrew Garfield Reveals the Real Reason He Lied About Spider-Man Return
Andrew Garfield shared how thrilling it was to lie about his appearance in Spider-Man: No Way Home.
After Spider-Man: No Way Home, Kirsten Dunst Is Ready for Her Marvel Return
Kirsten Dunst shared that she would be open to returning to the MCU as Mary-Jane Watson.
MCU's Groot Flexes His Muscles In New Look at Guardians of the Galaxy Show
Marvel revealed a new title card for I Am Groot, along with a fresh look at Baby Groot.
Watch: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse 2 Trailer Released
Sony delivered the first full look at Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse at CCXP 2021.
Moon Knight Plot Synopsis Reveals Creepy New Details About Disney+ Show
Marvel Studios released the official synopsis for Oscar Isaac's Moon Knight after its first trailer debuted.
Wonder Woman 1984 Director Admits Studio Execs Had Doubts During Production
Patty Jenkins describes Warner Bros.' concerns and doubts surrounding Wonder Woman 1984 while the film was being made.
Justice League: Gal Gadot Reveals Her Absence From Snyder Cut Reshoots
Gal Gadot reveals that she didn't film any extra material for the Snyder Cut of Justice League and talks on how nothing surprises her anymore.
Gal Gadot Reveals How Old Her DC Character Is In Wonder Woman 1984
Gal Gadot reveals that Wonder Woman is close to 3,000 years old through the course of Wonder Woman 1984.
Wonder Woman's Robin Wright Really Wants Amazon Spin-off Movie
Robin Wright expressed her desire to do a Wonder Woman film set completely in Themyscira.
Zack Snyder Reveals Another Justice League Trailer Is Coming
Zack Snyder teases that he is currently working on a second trailer for the Snyder Cut of Justice League.
Justice League Star Claims Joss Whedon Brought Avengers: Age of Ultron Resentment To DC Film
Ray Fisher describes how Joss Whedon's resentment from his experience on Avengers: Age of Ultron may have bled into his time on Justice League.
Zack Snyder Shares New Preview of Justice League Music From Junkie XL
Zack Snyder gives a short tease of Junkie XL's score that will be played in the Snyder Cut of Justice League.
Zack Snyder Elaborates on Ben Affleck's F-Bomb In Justice League
Justice League director Zack Snyder reveals that Ben Affleck's F-bomb as Batman is well worth the wait in the Snyder Cut.
Spider-Man: No Way Home's New Trailer Just Changed a Big Doctor Strange Scene
A new TV spot for Spider-Man: No Way Home changed the background behind a shot of Benedict Cumberbatch's Doctor Strange.
Thor 4's Trailer Just Broke an Annoying MCU Record
Thor: Love and Thunder broke the record for shortest promotional window in MCU history.
Wonder Woman 1984 Director Teases Two More Stories For Gal Gadot's DC Hero
Wonder Woman 1984 director Patty Jenkins has two more stories to tell in the Wonder Woman saga, but she is unsure if she will direct them herself.
Wonder Woman 1984 Director Addresses 'Bad Timing' of Marvel's Black Widow & Eternals Delays
Wonder Woman 1984 director Patty Jenkins expresses her sadness for Cate Shortland and Chloé Zhao's delays in the MCU.
HBO Max Announces Wonder Woman 1984 Watch Party With Gal Gadot & Patty Jenkins
HBO Max announces a Watch Party for Wonder Woman 1984 with director Patty Jenkins and star Gal Gadot.
Star Wars: Andor Showcases 10 Main Characters on New Poster
New Star Wars: Andor Disney+ Poster Shows off 10 Main Characters
Will Elizabeth Olsen’s Wanda Return? MCU Writer Teases Future
Doctor Strange 2 writer Michael Waldron addressed Wanda Maximoff's potential return in the MCU.
Black Adam: Dwayne Johnson's Co-Star Sarah Shahi Reveals Prep Work For DC Film
Black Adam actress Sarah Shahi shows off the research she's doing with Black Adam comics in a new Instagram picture.
The Flash’s Ezra Miller Controversy Worsens With Troubling New Abuse Details
New details shed light on Ezra Miller's abuse allegations from April 2020.
Justice League: Zack Snyder Comments on His DC Plans After Snyder Cut
Director Zack Snyder isn't sure if he will continue in the DCEU after the release of the Snyder Cut on HBO Max.
Zack Snyder Hides Justice League Easter Egg In New Netflix Film Army of the Dead
Zack Snyder hides a Snyder Cut of Justice League Easter Egg in his new Netflix movie Army of the Dead.
Robert Downey Jr. Shares Hilarious Tribute to Scarlett Johansson: 'F- You, Scarlett'
Robert Downey Jr. gave a hilarious tribute to his MCU co-star Scarlett Johansson.
Watch: Tom Holland Explains Why He's Stealing Robert Downey Jr.'s Style
Spider-Man: No Way Home star Tom Holland admitted to stealing Robert Downey Jr.'s fashion style.
Watch: Spider-Man: No Way Home Reveals How Much Tobey & Andrew's Scenes Relied on CGI
A Spider-Man: No Way Home video shared a look at the VFX work done for Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield's scenes.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Update Reveals Surprising VFX News
Reports revealed that Spider-Man: No Way Home still has to add its final VFX shots before its December release.
Annoying Tom Holland Spider-Man Trend Ends with No Way Home
Spider-Man: No Way Home will finally put an end to an annoying trend that has plagued the MCU Spider-Man movies from the beginning.
Anthony Mackie Admits He Wasn't Thrilled When Marvel Pitched Him The Falcon and the Winter Soldier
Anthony Mackie reflects back on his hesitation towards Marvel Studios moving toward streaming releases.
Loki Producer Addresses How Season 2 Will Differ From the First
Michael Waldron teased what to expect to see in Loki Season 2 on Disney+.
WandaVision: New Image Shows Elizabeth Olsen & Paul Bettany's Characters With Infinity Stone Remote
Disney and Marvel send out WandaVision inspired gift boxes, complete with an era-inspired TV guide featuring Wanda, Vision, and a Mind Stone-powered TV remote.
Spider-Man's JK Simmons Explains How MCU Character Differs From Tobey Maguire Version
JK Simmons teased how the MCU's J. Jonah Jameson is different from his version in the Sam Raimi movies.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Releases New Poster Featuring Zendaya, Jamie Foxx & More
Sony's Japanese Twitter page released a new official poster for Spider-Man: No Way Home.