Richard Nebens

Senior Writer, Editor, Content Creator

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

Doctor Strange 2 Third Eye Post Credit Explained By Marvel Writer

Doctor Strange 2 writer Michael Waldron explains Strange's new Third Eye cliffhanger at the end of Multiverse of Madness.

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MCU: 10 Upcoming Movies & Disney+ Shows Teased By Doctor Strange 2

Doctor Strange 2 set up plot details and teases for 10 new MCU projects coming in Phase 4 and beyond.

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Thor: Love and Thunder Director Responds to Multiverse Theories

Director Taika Waititi confirmed that Thor: Love and Thunder does not use the Multiverse.

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Doctor Strange 2 Reveals Official Names of 14 Universes That Got Visited

Doctor Strange 2's VFX supervisor shared new details on more than a dozen worlds explored in the Marvel sequel.

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How Doctor Strange 2 Explains WandaVision’s Confusing Commercial

A new theory explains Wanda Maximoff's knowledge of America Chavez ahead of Doctor Strange 2.

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Margot Robbie's Harley Quinn Return Teased By DC Director

James Gunn teased that Margot Robbie may return as Harley Quinn soon within the DCEU.

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Scarlet Witch Decapitates Mordo In Doctor Strange 2 Deleted Scene

Director Sam Raimi and writer Michael Waldron shared details about a deleted scene from Doctor Strange 2 featuring Mordo and the Scarlet Witch.

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DCEU Actor Supports Joss Whedon Amid Justice League Abuse Allegations

The Suicide Squad's Nathan Fillion shared his support for former Justice League director Joss Whedon.

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New Thor: Love and Thunder Clip Teases Dangers of Christian Bale's Gorr

Tessa Thompson shared the first full clips from Thor: Love and Thunder.

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Thor Director Says Christian Bale's Gorr Is a 'Step Up' From Hela

Taika Waititi shared new details about Christian Bale's Gorr the God Butcher in Thor: Love and Thunder.

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Deadpool 3 Writer Reveals First Plot Details for MCU Sequel

Deadpool 3 writer Rhett Reese teased the first plot details from Ryan Reynolds' first MCU movie.

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Marvel 'Excited' About Chris Hemsworth's Future After Thor: Love and Thunder

Chris Hemsworth and Kevin Feige discussed Hemsworth's future as Thor after Thor: Love and Thunder.

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Ms. Marvel Episode 3 Features Surprising Shang-Chi Movie Connection

Episode 3 of Ms. Marvel included a reference to Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.

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How Kevin Feige Prevents MCU Spoilers From Spreading Among Marvel Directors

Ms. Marvel directors Adil El Arbi and Billal Fallah shared how Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige keeps the MCU's secrets.

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John Krasinski's Doctor Strange 2 Hero Looks Fantastic In HD Photos

HD photos provided the best look at John Krasinski's Reed Richards from Doctor Strange 2.

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Will Wesley Snipes Return In MCU Blade Movie? Actor Responds

Wesley Snipes addressed the idea of appearing in Marvel Studios' Blade.

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Deadpool 3: Chris Hemsworth Wants to Appear In Sequel for a Hilarious Reason

Chris Hemsworth gave a funny reason for wanting to be in Marvel Studios' Deadpool 3.

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Spider-Man: Lotus Fan Film Engulfed In Controversy Amid Racist Accusations

Fans responded to the controversy surrounding the fan-made Spider-Man: Lotus.

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Why Chris Pratt’s Mario Won’t Offend Italians, According to Producer

Mario producer Chris Meledandri addressed the controversy surrounding Chris Pratt being cast as Mario.

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Marvel Celebrates 10 MCU Dads on Father's Day, Including Thanos

Marvel celebrated 10 different dads from the MCU in honor of Father's Day.

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Oscar Isaac Regretful Over Moon Knight Deleted Scene

Oscar Isaac shared details about a deleted scene he wanted to keep in Moon Knight.

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Disney+ Adds Tobey & Andrew Spider-Man Movies Into Special Category

Disney+ added five new Spider-Man movies into the same category on the streaming service.

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Marvel Reveals Gigantic New MCU LEGO Set for Doctor Strange 2's Sanctum

LEGO released plans for a set based off the Sanctum Sanctorum from Doctor Strange 2.

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Warner Bros. Calls It Quits With Ezra Miller's The Flash

Reports indicated that Ezra Miller's time as The Flash may be nearing an end in the DCEU.

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Chris Evans Would 'Love' to Play Fantastic Four Role In the MCU

Chris Evans expressed his desire to return as the Human Torch within the MCU.

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The Flash Writer Supports Ezra Miller Following Troubling Allegations

Former The Flash writer Grant Morrison offered support for star Ezra Miller in the midst of their controversy.

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Watch: Elizabeth Olsen Goofs Off In New Doctor Strange 2 Blooper Reel

Benedict Cumberbatch and Elizabeth Olsen shined in the Doctor Strange 2 blooper reel.

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Watch: Loki Reveals New Trailer for Emmy Awards Campaign

Marvel Studios kicked off its "For Your Consideration" campaign for Loki for the 2022 Emmy Awards.

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Marvel Studios Reportedly Planning Werewolf by Night For MCU Project

Kevin Smith revealed that Marvel Studios has plans to introduce Werewolf by Night into the MCU.

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Thor 5: Taika Waititi Dodges Question About His Marvel Future

Taika Waititi avoided giving an update on a potential fifth Thor movie.

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Marvel Studios' Werewolf By Night Will Use Practical Effects

Werewolf by Night was rumored to be brought to the screen with mostly practical effects.

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Marvel Casts Crazy Rich Asians Actor In Guardians of the Galaxy 3

Marvel added a Superstore and Crazy Rich Asians star to the cast of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.

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Moon Knight Season 2: Producer Teases Jake Lockley’s Potential Future

Jeremy Slater teased that Jake Lockley's story isn't over after Moon Knight Season 1.

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Marvel Confirms SHIELD's Involvement In Avengers: Endgame Final Battle

An Easter egg from Episode 1 of Ms. Marvel revealed how SHIELD was involved in Avengers: Endgame.

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Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Sequels Suffer Major Delays

The sequels to Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse were delayed until 2023 and 2024.

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Marvel Producer Invites Paul Rudd to Make First MCU Podcast

Ms. Marvel's head writer expressed her desire to make Paul Rudd's Ant-Man podcast real.

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Loki Season 2: New Photo Confirms Start of Filming

The cinematographer for Loki confirmed that Season 2 is officially filming.

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Doctor Strange 2's Julian Hilliard Reveals Future Young Avengers Hopes (Exclusive)

MCU star Julian Hilliard shared his ambitions for future Marvel projects in an exclusive interview with The Direct.

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Chris Evans Breaks Silence on Anthony Mackie Replacing Him as Captain America

Chris Evans shared his first thoughts on Anthony Mackie taking over the Captain America mantle.

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Ms. Marvel Director Teases Dark Turn of Events In Upcoming Episode

Ms. Marvel's directors teased a darker twist coming in the next few episodes.

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