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
Brie Larson Hilariously Responds to Marvel Trolls With New Photo
Brie Larson posted a new picture in response to trolls responding to news about her solo MCU sequel.
Black Panther 2: T'Challa's Death Gets Directly Addressed In New Scene
A scene from Black Panther 2 exclusively shown at D23 features an explanation of T'Challa's death.
Disney Spoils Marvel's Secret Invasion Main Villain
Disney revealed who will be the main villain in Marvel Studios' Secret Invasion.
Marvel’s Thunderbolts Movie Cast Is WAY Different Than Comic Team
Marvel’s Thunderbolts Movie Cast Is WAY Different Than Comic Team
Marvel Disappoints Fans With Fantastic Four News at D23
Fans expressed their disappointment about the lack of Fantastic Four cast news from D23.
Captain America 4's Main Villain Officially Revealed
Marvel Studios announced who the villain will be in Captain America: New World Order.
Watch Marvel's First Trailer for Scary New Special, Werewolf by Night
Marvel Studios officially revealed the Werewolf by Night-centric Halloween Special at D23.
She-Hulk Star Teases More MCU Superhero Cameos In Upcoming Episodes
Ginger Gonzaga teased the arrival of future MCU heroes in the last five episodes of She-Hulk.
Valkyrie Actress Offers Update on Mark Ruffalo's Hulk Relationship After Endgame
Tessa Thompson shared an update on Valkyrie's relationship with Mark Ruffalo's Hulk.
Thor: Love and Thunder Director Reveals Why Jeff Goldblum's Scene Got Removed
Director Taika Waititi explained why Jeff Goldblum's Grandmaster was cut from Thor: Love and Thunder.
Marvel’s Don Cheadle Breaks Silence on Secret Invasion Role
Don Cheadle offered his first thoughts about appearing as War Machine in Secret Invasion
Watch: Disney CEO Gets Booed at D23 Expo Amid Turmoil
Video from the D23 Fan Expo showed Disney CEO Bob Chapek getting booed by fans.
First Look at Indiana Jones 5 Revealed by Disney (Photos)
Disney Reveals First Look at Indiana Jones 5 (Photos)
MCU: 9 Most Likely Marvel Casting Reveals at D23 (X-Men, Fantastic Four & More)
The Direct predicts the most likely casting reveals that will be announced at the D23 Fan Expo.
Watch: She-Hulk Mid-Season Trailer Released Online, Spoils Future Episodes
Marvel Studios released a mid-season trailer for She-Hulk, teasing her legal battle with Titania, Daredevil, and more.
Thor 5: Taika Waititi Reveals Wild Story Pitch for Next Marvel Movie
Thor: Love and Thunder director Taika Waititi shared his funny ideas for a fifth Thor movie.
Watch: 1 Thor: Love and Thunder Deleted Scene Has Marvel Fans Upset
Marvel fans shared their disappointed thoughts on a deleted scene from Thor: Love and Thunder.
Star Wars Officially Responds to Toxic Lord of the Rings Fans
Star Wars stood with the crew and cast of The Rings of Power amidst toxic fan comments.
MCU: Is Abomination Still a Villain? She-Hulk Actor Teases the Truth
She-Hulk's Tim Roth shared his thoughts on whether the Abomination is still a villain in the MCU.
Thor: Love and Thunder Reveals Alternate Versions of Eternity Ending (Photos)
A Marvel VFX artist shared alternate designs for Eternity from Thor: Love and Thunder.
Idris Elba Teases ‘Big’ DC Superhero Return In the Works
Idris Elba teased that he's set to return to the DC Universe soon.
Marvel Reveals New She-Hulk Poster Featuring Megan Thee Stallion
Marvel featured Tatiana Maslany and Megan Thee Stallion in a new poster for She-Hulk.
Marvel’s Ironheart Gains an Unsurprising New Cast Member
Marvel's Ironheart officially added Shakira Barrera to the cast in an unsurprising move.
Tom Hanks Addresses If He'll Join the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Tom Hanks spoke about the potential of him taking a role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Disney Is Bringing MCU AvengerCon Display to Real Life
Disney and Marvel announced that AvengerCon will be brought to life at D23 2022.
Joaquin Phoenix's Joker 2 Casts 'Get Out' Actor
Catherine Keener reportedly joined the cast of the highly-anticipated sequel to DC's Joker.
Disney+'s Agatha Spin-off Receives Witchy Working Title
Marvel Studios' Agatha: Coven of Chaos received its working title ahead of production starting.
Ahsoka Disney+ Show Receives ‘Amazing’ Update From Lead Star
Ahsoka leading star Rosario Dawson revealed that filming for the series is nearly finished.
Thor: Love and Thunder on Disney+: What Exact TIME Will It Release?
Marvel fans now know exactly what time Thor: Love and Thunder will be available on Disney+.
The MCU’s Weirdest Funko Pop Ever Might've Just Been Revealed (Photos)
Entertainment Earth released its most unique MCU Funko Pop! yet for Spider-Man: No Way Home.
Disney+'s Star Wars Sith Show, The Acolyte, Gets Casting & Filming Update
The Acolyte Gains New Cast Member
Disney Confirms Which MCU Movie Starts Filming Next
Marvel and Disney confirmed which MCU movie will be the next to start filming.
Watch: Thor 4 Deleted Scene Reveals More of Chris Pratt’s Star-Lord
A newly-released deleted scene from Thor: Love and Thunder features Chris Pratt's Star-Lord alongside Thor and Mantis.
MCU: First Official Look at Nick Fury’s New Costume Revealed (Photo)
Disney+’s Secret Invasion Reveals First Official Merch (Photo)
Is Shazam 2 Getting 'Retooled' After Delay? DC Director Clarifies Reports
Shazam 2 director David F. Sandberg addressed reports about the movie being adjusted after its release date was delayed.
Ant-Man 3 Director Teases How Kang Performance Improves the Movie
Ant-Man 3 director Peyton Reed explained how Jonathan Majors' performance as Kang ramps up the film's quality.
Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Got Directed Quite Differently Than the First Movie
Director James Gunn explained how he directed Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 differently than other movies.
Star Wars: Mark Hamill Pokes Fun at Disney Sequel Trilogy’s Missing Reunion
Mark Hamill offered a new idea for how to put a reunion into the Star Wars sequel trilogy for him, Carrie Fisher, and Harrison Ford.
Tobey & Andrew's Extended Spider-Man: No Way Home Scene Released (Description)
Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield were used in new footage from the extended version of Spider-Man: No Way Home
Chris Pratt's Mario Movie Title Reportedly Revealed
Chris Pratt's Mario movie reportedly received a new title ahead of its April 2023 release.