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 Clarifies Spider-Man’s Confusing Memory Spell

Doctor Strange 2 confirmed the effects of Doctor Strange's spell from Spider-Man: No Way Home.

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Rosario Dawson's Ahsoka Celebrates Filming With New Set Photo

Star Wars revealed that production is now underway for the upcoming Ahsoka series on Disney+.

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Marvel Report Confirms Ticket Upcharge Rate for Doctor Strange 2

Reports confirmed that ticket surges are in place for Marvel Studios' Doctor Strange 2.

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Marvel Was Reportedly Uncertain About Doctor Strange 2 Ending While Filming

Benedict Cumberbatch explained how the ending of Doctor Stange 2 changed over time.

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Moon Knight Deleted a Tragic Scene From Its Finale

Director Mohamed Diab shared a moment that he wanted in Episode 6 of Moon Knight.

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Kevin Feige Made a Special Request for Doctor Strange 2: Multiverse of Madness Costume

Kevin Feige wanted to adjust Doctor Strange's costume in his solo MCU sequel.

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Patrick Stewart Reacts to Professor X's Big Changes In Doctor Strange 2

Patrick Stewart looked at the evolution of his role as Professor X in the MCU.

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The Dark Knight Writer Shares His Honest Thoughts on The Batman

A writer on The Dark Knight shared his reaction to Matt Reeves' The Batman.

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How Doctor Strange 2's Reshoots Improved the Sequel

Sam Raimi explained his goals he wanted to accomplish with Doctor Strange 2's reshoots.

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MCU: America Chavez Actress Comments on Potential Young Avengers Future

Xochitl Gomez teased her future as America Chavez within the MCU.

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Upcoming Marvel Movies Likely to Have Extra Charges at Theaters

Ticket price surge article for Marvel DC, The Batman, Doctor Strange 2.

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Charlize Theron Breaks Silence on Doctor Strange 2 Role

An MCU newcomer spoke for the first time on her surprise role in the mid-credits scene of Doctor Strange 2.

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Doctor Strange 2 Director’s WandaVision Ignorance Hurt the Sequel

Sam Raimi shared how his lack of knowledge on WandaVision impacted Doctor Strangen 2.

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New Disney+ Ad Teases Agatha Harkness’ Doctor Strange 2 Connection

Disney+ used Kathryn Hahn's Agatha from WandaVision to help promote Doctor Strange 2.

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Patrick Stewart Teases More Marvel Appearances After Doctor Strange 2

Patrick Stewart shared his thoughts on Professor X's future after Doctor Strange 2.

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Benedict Cumberbatch Reflects on Becoming Iron Man In Avengers Deleted Scene

Benedict Cumberbatch reflected on a moment where he wore the Iron Man suit in Avengers: Infinity War.

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Watch: New Footage of Chris Pratt In Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

Disney shared brand new footage from the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride at EPCOT.

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Why Elizabeth Olsen Thought Avengers: Endgame Would Flop

Elizabeth Olsen explained why she thought Avengers: Endgame would be a massive flop.

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Doctor Strange Makes Fun of Hawkeye & Ant-Man in New Multiverse of Madness Clip

Marvel released a new clip from Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.

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Watch: Final Doctor Strange 2 Trailer Features Shots of Iron Man, Vision & More

Marvel released the final trailer for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.

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HBO Max's Green Lantern Receives Promising Filming Update

The Green Lantern Corps was reported to begin production later this year.

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Ethan Hawke Reveals How Netflix's Daredevil Influenced His Moon Knight Role

Ethan Hawke named his favorite Marvel characters after his performance in Moon Knight.

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Thor 4 Director Hypes Up Christian Bale as Marvel’s Best Villain

Taika Waititi hyped up Chrisitan Bale's Gorr the God Butcher in Thor: Love and Thunder.

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Moon Knight Producers Explain Those Post-Credits Scene Surprises

Moon Knight's cast and crew discussed the big reveal's in the post-credits scene from Episode 6.

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WandaVision: Elizabeth Olsen Really Wishes Quicksilver Fan Theory Came True

Elizabeth Olsen shared which fan theories she wanted to come into the story in WandaVision.

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Fantastic Four’s Miles Teller Reveals Why He’s Open to a Superhero Return

Miles Teller explained why he would be open to taking another superhero movie role.

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Doctor Strange 2 Star Teases Mordo's 'Leader' Role In the Sequel

Chiwetel Ejiofor shared how Sam Raimi made him a leader on Doctor Strange 2.

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Rachel McAdams Reacts to Getting Removed From Doctor Strange 2 Trailer

Rachel McAdams addressed her character being removed from a still image ahead of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness' release.

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New Spider-Man Trailer Celebrates 20-Year Anniversary of Tobey Maguire Movie

Sony released a trailer celebrating the 20th anniversary of Spider-Man's release in theaters.

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Kevin Feige Takes Issue With Doctor Strange 2's Spoilery Trailers

Kevin Feige commented on the spoilers that have released ahead of Doctor Strange 2.

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Ms. Marvel Disney+ Show Casts Kamala Khan Classmate With Laurel Marsden

Marvel Studios has cast Laurel Marsden as Zoe Zimmer in Ms. Marvel on Disney+.

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Doctor Strange 2 Reviews: What Are Critics' First Reactions?

The first critic reactions arrived for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.

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New Guardians of the Galaxy Set Photos Reveal Eternals Reference

The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special included a nod to an Eternals character.

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Black Panther 2 Is 'All About' Chadwick Boseman, Says Marvel Actress

Danai Gurira shared how Black Panther 2 honors the late Chadwick Boseman's Black Panther.

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Robert Downey Jr's Iron Man Receives New Hall of Armor LEGO Set (Photos)

LEGO shared plans for a new set centered on Iron Man's hall of armor.

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Marvel Makes Historic Move to Prevent Doctor Strange 2 Spoilers

Marvel shared a historic Twitter update ahead of Doctor Strange 2's release in theaters.

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6 Marvel Movies Fans Should Watch Before Doctor Strange 2

The Direct looks back at 27 projects to watch before Doctor Strange 2.

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China Wanted to Censor Spider-Man: No Way Home's Best Scenes

Sony and Marvel denied China's request to drastically change the final battle in Spider-Man: No Way Home.

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Wonder Woman Spotted In New Shazam 2 Footage - But Not Gal Gadot

Wonder Woman appeared in new footage from Shazam!: Fury of the Gods.

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Did Marvel Just Include a Star Wars Planet In New Doctor Strange 2 Footage?

A new clip from Doctor Strange 2 may have included a world from Star Wars.

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