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
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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.
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.