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.
Richard can be found on Twitter (@RichardNebens), Instagram (@richardnebens), and TikTok (@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.
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Richard Nebens's Latest The Direct Articles
Avengers: Endgame Director Says Tom Holland Is Becoming MCU's New Robert Downey Jr.
Director Joe Russo admitted to seeing Tom Holland as the MCU's next leading man after Robert Downey Jr.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Teases Mysterio's Role In New Car Promo
A tie-in ad between Hyundai and Marvel Studios teased the looming tension surrounding Jake Gyllenhaal's Mysterio ahead of Spider-Man: No Way Home.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Tickets Scalped for Thousands of Dollars on eBay
Fans listed Spider-Man: No Way Home tickets for outrageous prices on eBay upon their arrival.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Producer Teases Peter Parker's 'Sacrifice'
Sony producer Amy Pascal teased the sacrifice Peter Parker will face in Spider-Man: No Way Home.
Tom Holland Wants to Play Iron Man-Type Role With Next Spider-Man
Tom Holland spoke about wanting to play something of an Iron Man role to the next Spider-Man in the MCU.
Marvel Reveals Captain America 3's Surprising Impact on Spider-Man: No Way Home
Marvel Studios CCO Kevin Feige shared how Captain America: Civil War helped to make Spider-Man: No Way Home possible.
Spider-Man: 67 Biggest Leaks & Announcements That Hyped Up No Way Home
We look back at every major announcement, news release, and rumor surrounding Spider-Man: No Way Home since 2019.
How Spider-Man: No Way Home's Producer Convinced Maguire & Garfield Villain Actors to Return
Kevin Feige and Amy Pascal shared how they convinced the stars of Spider-Man: No Way Home to join the movie.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Writers Reveal the Hardest Scene to Write
Screenwriters Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers revealed the most difficult scene to write in Spider-Man: No Way Home.
WandaVision: Marvel Exec Teases Final Post-Credits Scene
A Marvel executive teases the possibility of "Episode 9" of WandaVision will end with multiple post-credits scenes.
WandaVision Producer Addresses White Vision's Future In MCU
WandaVision head writer Jac Schaeffer dove into the details of how the Vision vs. White Vision battle came to be what it was.
Sony Teases Plan For Tom Holland's Spider-Man To Connect With Venom, Kraven & More
Sony President Sanford Panitch teased what's coming with Sony's Universe of Marvel Characters and the story's relationship to the MCU.
Marvel vs. DC: Andy Serkis Reveals What He Likes About Each Franchise
Andy Serkis shared his experiences with both Marvel and DC ahead of The Batman's release.
James Gunn Teases Season 2 Plans For The Suicide Squad Spin-off, Peacemaker
James Gunn teased some of what he has planned for Season 2 of Peacemaker on HBO Max.
The Suicide Squad: New Image Shows Idris Elba's Bloodsport, John Cena's Peacemaker & More In DC Film
A new image from The Suicide Squad revealed a look at five team members on a beach.
Marvel Phase 4: Every Movie and TV Show in the MCU's Next Chapter
The Direct explores Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Scarlet Johansson Reveals Marvel's Black Widow Will Explore Budapest Story With Hawkeye
Black Widow book reveals that the new movie will finally reveal what happened between Widow and Hawkeye in Budapest.
Marvel's Phase 5: Predicting the MCU's Future Movie Slate
From Fantastic Four to Nova to X-Men, these are the predictions the most likely films of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Phase 5
X-Men Actor Nicholas Hoult Discusses the Possibility of Bringing His Beast to the MCU
Nicholas Hoult leaves the door open on potentially playing Beast again for the MCU reboot of the X-Men
Avengers: Endgame's Russo Bros Say Unreleased Deleted Scenes Could Show Up Eventually
MCU directors Joe and Anthony Russo tease what they wished they could have included in 2019's Avengers: Endgame.
Deadpool 3: Hugh Jackman Teases Ryan Reynolds About Cameo Role In MCU Movie
Hugh Jackman teased a possible openness to appearing in Marvel Studios' Deadpool 3 in a social media video.
Deadpool Creator Teases Doctor Strange 2's Wolverine Cameo
Rob Liefeld teased the possibility that Wolverine will appear in Doctor Strange 2.
Avengers: Infinity War Director Reveals His Dream Actor for MCU’s Wolverine
Director Joe Russo shared who he would like to see play Wolverine in a Multiversal capacity.
Marvel Studios In Talks With Taron Egerton, And It Might Be For MCU's Wolverine
Taron Egerton revealed that he's had a meeting with Marvel Studios.
Deadpool 3: Hugh Jackman Reacts to Wolverine Fan Theories
Hugh Jackman addressed the rumors of Wolverine returning in Deadpool 3.
Ryan Reynolds & Hugh Jackman React to Disney+'s Deadpool Announcement
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman reacted to their R-rated Marvel movies joining Disney+.
Marvel Director Teases Darker Characters In MCU's Phase 4
Black Widow director Cate Shortland teased more dark characters coming to the forefront in the MCU's Phase 4.
Black Widow & Marvel's What If Documentary Specials Receive New Release Dates on Disney+
Release dates were reportedly revealed for the Marvel Studios: Assembled episodes of What If...? and Black Widow.
WandaVision Finale: Spoiler Images of White Vision, Scarlet Witch & More Released
Disney officially releases seven still photos from "Episode 9" of Marvel Studios' WandaVision.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: Best Look Yet at Falcon's New Wings Revealed
A new promotional blast from Xbox revealed the best look yet at Sam Wilson's suit from The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
Disney Confirms Scarlett Johannson's Black Widow Movie To Get Documentary Special
Marvel Studios will use Assembled on Disney+ to give an inside look at all of its upcoming movies and TV shows.
Disney+ Delays Marvel Studios' Hawkeye Special
Disney delayed the streaming debut for Marvel Studios: Assembled - The Making of Hawkeye.
Marvel's Eternals: Creepy Main Villain Receives First Look In New Trailer
The Eternals trailer revealed the first look at Kro, the movie's primary antagonist.
Marvel Reveals Ant-Man and the Wasp Consultant Helped Write Eternals Movie
The Eternals poster revealed that Chloé Zhao and Patrick Burleigh wrote the screenplay for the movie.
Disney Confirms Eternals Movie to Be Split Into 2 Storylines
An official release from Disney revealed that Eternals will take place over two main time periods.
MCU: Eternals Battle In Los Angeles In Hilarious New Lexus Car Promo
Lexus debuted a new advertisement featuring Kumail Nanjani's Kingo and more from Marvel Studios' Eternals.
Anthony Mackie’s Replacement as Falcon Gets Officially Confirmed
Danny Ramirez's Joaquin Torres was officially confirmed as the MCU's new Falcon in Captain America: New World Order.
Avengers 5 Writer Asks Fans for Help Amid MCU Story Development
Avengers: The Kang Dynasty head writer Jeff Loveness asked social media for help on his next venture
She-Hulk Actor Reveals Why Tom Holland’s Spider-Man Needs to Cameo
She-Hulk star Josh Segarra shared his hopes to see Spider-Man cameo in the MCU Disney+ show.
Marvel Studios Cast 1 Thunderbolts Actor Way Before the Others
One of the stars of Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts was confirmed for inclusion earlier than the rest.