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 Confirms New Details on Robert Downey Jr.’s Tony Stark Blip Activity
Episode 1 of She-Hulk provided insight into what Tony Stark was doing during The Blip.
She-Hulk Episode 1 Throws Shade at Scarlett Johansson’s Avengers Scene
Episode 1 of She-Hulk referenced a moment between the Hulk and Black Widow from Avengers: Age of Ultron.
Marvel Studios Rejected She-Hulk Writer on 3 MCU Projects
She-Hulk head writer Jessica Gao revealed that Marvel Studios rejected her three different times before saying yes.
Spider-Verse 2 Merch Spoils First Look at Peter Parker Clone (Photos)
The first look has surfaced of the Scarlet Spider in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.
Watch: Brie Larson Gets Emotional on Captain Marvel's New Disneyland Ride
Brie Larson shared her experience from the new Iron Man/Captain Marvel rollercoaster in Disneyland Paris.
Marvel Actress Teases Potential Role In MCU Thunderbolts Movie
She-Hulk star Jameela Jamil teased the idea of a meeting between Titania and Deadpool in Thunderbolts.
MCU: Alison Brie Fantasizes About Playing ‘Great’ Marvel Supervillain
Alison Brie shared her hopes to play a major MCU supervillain in a future project.
Kevin Feige Confirmed Captain America's Virginity Status In the MCU
She-Hulk head writer Jessica Gao revealed that Kevin Feige shared the canon answer on Captain America's virginity status.
Mark Ruffalo Shares Blunt Response to MCU World War Hulk Movie Prospects
Mark Ruffalo commented on starring in a World War Hulk movie for Marvel Studios.
She-Hulk Producers Speak On Confusing Ties to Netflix's Daredevil Universe
She-Hulk producer Kat Coiro avoided confirming whether Netflix's Daredevil show is canon to the MCU.
Ezra Miller Issues Official Statement Following Felony & Arrests
Ezra Miller's representative offered a statement from the actor in the midst of their off-screen controversy.
Mark Ruffalo Teases How Avengers 6: Secret Wars Will Rival Endgame
Mark Ruffalo Addresses How Avengers: Secret Wars Will Rival Endgame
Marvel Studios’ Armor Wars Production Hints at Major Hulk Connection
Marvel Studios Armor Wars received a new filming update, including potential ties to The Incredible Hulk.
Marvel Had Talks With Giancarlo Esposito for Loki
The Mandalorian and Breaking Bad's Giancarlo Esposito almost played a role in Disney+'s Loki.
Disney+ to Include Tony Stark-Wannabe In She-Hulk Show
She-Hulk star Jon Bass teased a new take on Tony Stark coming in the MCU's next Disney+ series.
Tom Holland Quits Social Media for His Mental Health: 'I Spiral When I Read Things About Me'
Spider-Man's Tom Holland deleted Twitter and Instagram for his mental health, explaining how he finds it "overwhelming."
Emilia Clarke's Mystery Marvel Character Reportedly Revealed
A rumor revealed who Emilia Clarke is playing in Marvel Studios' Secret Invasion.
Loki Season 2: Jet Ski Scene Teased In New Set Video
New set video from Loki teased the inclusion of a jet ski company, tying back to Season 1.
MCU Phase 5: Every Movie & Show Ranked By Excitement Level
The Direct ranks our excitement for all six shows and all six movies in the MCU's Phase 5.
MCU Producer Teases 'Amazing' Multiverse Saga Stories on the Way
Marvel producer Brad Winderbaum teased the exciting possibilities that the Multiverse brings to the MCU.
She-Hulk Director Reveals Jessica Jones Crossover Hopes Amid Return Rumors
She-Hulk director Kat Coiro shared her hopes to see Jessica Jones come into the MCU.
The Batman 2 Receives Discouraging Release Update
A sequel to The Batman is still up in the air at Warner Bros. Discovery.
HBO Max Expected to Kill 2 Ongoing DC Superhero Shows
HBO Max Expected to Kill 2 Ongoing DC Superhero Shows
First Look at Kingpin's Return In Disney+'s Echo (Photos)
Set photos revealed the first look at Vincent D'Onofrio's Kingpin in Echo.
New She-Hulk Clip Spoils Major Thor: Ragnarok Connection
A new clip from Marvel Studios' She-Hulk tied the show back to 2017's Thor: Ragnarok.
She-Hulk Director Reveals ‘Exciting’ Season 2 Prospects (Exclusive)
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law director Kat Coiro shared her ideas for Season 2 exclusively with The Direct.
Chris Hemsworth's Wife, Elsa, Shares New Thor 4 Photo of Her Hidden Cameo
Elsa Pataky celebrated Chris Hemsworth's birthday with a picture of them together from Thor 4.
MCU Phase 5 Disney+ Shows Will Cost Subscribers More Than Phase 4
Disney announced an increase in pricing for Disney+ ahead of Phase 5 of the MCU.
Oscar Isaac Would Return to Star Wars Under These Conditions
Oscar Isaac shared his opinions on coming back to play Poe Dameron in the Star Wars universe.
MCU's First Non-Binary Actor Teases Historic Disney+ Role
Ironheart star Shea Couleé expressed their joy about joining the MCU as the franchise's first non-binary actor.
Ezra Miller Gets Arrested for the Second Time In One Month
Ezra Miller was arrested in Hawaii for the second time in less than a month.
First Look at 4 New MCU Supervillains Revealed In She-Hulk (Photos)
A recent She-Hulk TV spot highlighted a new group of supervillains arriving in the Disney+ show.
Joker 2 Report Reveals Another Actor Likely to Join Lady Gaga
Zazie Beetz was reported to be in final discussions to reprise her role as Sophie Dumond in Joker 2.
Ahsoka Disney+ Star Reveals Major Thrawn Plotpoint In Spin-off
Rosario Dawson confimed Grand Admiral Thrawn's role in her Ahsoka series on Disney+.
She-Hulk Star Asks Kevin Feige to Lead MCU’s Female A-Force
Tatiana Maslany urged Kevin Feige to make the A-Force happen in the MCU.
Daredevil's Rosario Dawson Breaks Silence on Disney+ Reboot
Rosario Dawson shared her thoughts on the upcoming Daredevil: Born Again series in the MCU.
Doctor Strange 2's Bruce Campbell Clarifies False Report About His MCU Role
Bruce Campbell set the record straight on his quotes about previous MCU roles.
MCU Actor Shares Young Avengers Release Hopes for Phase 6
Xochitl Gomez shared her hopes for a future Young Avengers project within the MCU.
Amber Heard's Original Aquaman 2 Screentime Reportedly Revealed
Reports teased how much screentime Amber Heard will have in Aquaman 2.
Marvel Studios' X-Men: Giancarlo Esposito In Talks for Possible MCU Role
Giancarlo Esposito revealed that he's taken meetings with Marvel Studios.