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
Thor 4: Chris Hemsworth Reveals Joke 'Poster' For Marvel Sequel, Featuring Himself and Taika Waititi
Chris Hemsworth and Taika Waititi shared an image of themselves from the set of Thor: Love and Thunder, teasing it as the film's official poster.
Thor 4: New Set Photos Show Chris Hemsworth's Jacked Marvel Hero In Workout Gear
Chris Hemsworth was seen in workout attire on the set of Thor: Love and Thunder.
Marvel Studios Developing Suicide Squad-Like Villain Movie
Marvel set plans for a Thunderbolts movie with a new director on board.
Amber Heard Shares Photo From Aquaman 2 Training
Amber Heard posted a picture on Instagram of herself training for her role in Aquaman 2.
Hawkeye Disney+: 'Directors Cut' Celebrated By Marvel Directing Duo
Bert & Bertie teased the completion of the "director's cut" after production on Hawkeye.
Marvel Studios & DC Films Reportedly Ditching Comic-Con's 2021 Summer Event
Marvel and DC were both confirmed to be skipping San Diego Comic-Con 2021.
Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman Reportedly Sets Exciting Return In 2023 DC Movie
Gal Gadot will reportedly make a cameo appearance in one of 2023's DC movies.
Disney+ Celebrates Thor: Love and Thunder Streaming Release With New Trailer
Disney+ Celebrates Thor: Love and Thunder Streaming Release With New Trailer
Dave Filoni Explains Why New Sabine Actress Is Perfect for Disney+’s Ahsoka
Star Wars executive Dave Filoni spoke on the decision to cast Natasha Liu Bordizzo as Sabrine Wren in Ahsoka.
James Gunn Shuts Down Captain America & Star-Lord Fan Theory
James Gunn clarified information on a fan theory that Captain America is Peter Quill's grandfather.
Mark Ruffalo Addresses How She-Hulk Will Impact Deadpool 3
Mark Ruffalo shared how She-Hulk might influence Deadpool's introduction into the MCU.
Fantastic Four Casting: Gotham Actor Campaigns for The Thing Role
Gotham star Drew Powell threw his name in the ring to play Marvel Studios' Thing in Fantastic Four.
The Batman 2 Villain: 10 Most Likely Foes Appearing In Robert Pattinson Sequel
The Direct analyzes 10 villains that could play a role in the upcoming sequel to The Batman.
Black Panther Actor Says Sequel Is Better Off Without Him
Black Panther's W'Kabi actor shared why he thinks the sequel will be better than the first movie.
11 MCU Characters Who've Already Broken the Fourth Wall
The Direct analyzes 11 Marvel characters who have broken the fourth wall.
Kevin Feige Reportedly Gets Bullied by She-Hulk Producer
She-Hulk producer Jessica Gao shared how she playfully "bullied" Kevin Feige about certain decisions on the show.
Marvel Had Meeting With Guillermo del Toro for Doctor Strange Movie
Comic writer Neil Gaiman revealed that Guillermo Del Toro pitched a Doctor Strange movie to Marvel Studios.
Star Wars: Rian Johnson to Revisit Divisive Last Jedi Movie
Director Rian Johnson is looking back at his time making Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi.
The Flash: Ezra Miller Takes Action Following Movie Cancellation Rumors
Ezra Miller met with Warner Bros. to discuss the uncomfortable situation surrounding next year's The Flash.
Andrew Garfield’s MCU Spider-Man Return Just Got a Bit More Likely
A new line from the extended cut of Spider-Man: No Way Home made Andrew Garfield's return more likely.
MCU Fantastic Four Movie Gains Familiar Disney+ Director
Marvel reportedly offered WandaVision director Matt Shakman the directing job for Fantastic Four.
She-Hulk: Why Wong Breaks Abomination Out of Prison
Episode 2 of She-Hulk brought up the mystery of Wong's relationship with the Abomination.
Kevin Feige Made Doctor Strange 2 Crew Watch 1 MCU Disney+ Episode
What If...? Season 1 director Bryan Andrews explained why the Doctor Strange 2 team had to watch his series.
New Aquaman 2 Photos Spoil Key Scenes In the Sequel
Director James Wan released new concept art from Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom
20 Obi-Wan Kenobi Characters Get LEGO Star Wars Figures In New Fan Concept
A fan designed images of what 20 characters from Obi-Wan Kenobi would look like in LEGO Star Wars.
Warner Bros. Delays 2 Major DC Superhero Movies for 2023
Warner Bros. pushed the releases for two of the next three DC theatrical movies.
Watch: First She-Hulk Episode 2 Clip Released
Marvel Studios released the first full clip from Episode 2 of She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.
Aquaman 2 Star Hypes Up Ben Affleck's Batman Return
Jason Momoa shared his excitement for Ben Affleck's return as Batman in Aquaman 2.
How Daredevil's Charlie Cox Reacted to 'Funny' She-Hulk Role
She-Hulk's head writer addressed the funnier version of Charlie Cox's Daredevil coming on Disney+.
Top Gun's Glen Powell Responds to X-Men Casting Rumors
Top Gun 2 star Glen Powell spoke on the rumors about him playing Cyclops for Marvel Studios.
She-Hulk Producer Responds to Fan Hopes for Big Surprising Cameos
She-Hulk head writer Jessica Gao warned fans about the dangers of setting cameo expectations too high.
DC's Super-Pets Movie Arrives Online Way Sooner Than Expected
Warner Bros. Discovery confirmed when DC League of Super-Pets will be available for purchase.
Black Panther 2: First Look at Ironheart's Upgraded Armor Revealed (Photos)
A Hasbro toy set revealed a new look at Ironheart from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
Watch: Spider-Man: No Way Home Extended Cut Trailer Released
Sony released a new trailer for the extended theatrical cut of Spider-Man: No Way Home.
New Doctor Strange 2 Art Reveals Deleted Scarlet Witch vs. Strange Fight
Concept art showed a deleted fight sequence between the Scarlet Witch and Doctor Strange in Doctor Strange 2.
Did Disney+ Just Tease Jessica Jones' Role In She-Hulk?
New evidence on Disney+ could be hinting at a connection between Jessica Jones and Marvel Studios' She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.
MCU: 4 Upcoming Movies & Shows the Fantastic Four Could Be Introduced In
The Direct predicts where the Fantastic Four could debut before their own MCU solo movie.
Marvel Changed the Majority of She-Hulk Episode 1 After Filming
She-Hulk's head writer explained why the show altered its plot slightly ahead of Episode 1.
MCU: 6 F-Bombs That Got Censored In Marvel Movies & Shows
Marvel Studios cut off half a dozen F-bombs before they fully dropped in MCU projects.
She-Hulk Actress Speaks Out on Criticism Against Her Hero's Muscles
She-Hulk star Tatiana Maslany shared her opinion on her leading character's lack of muscles.