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
Gal Gadot Reveals How Old Her DC Character Is In Wonder Woman 1984
Gal Gadot reveals that Wonder Woman is close to 3,000 years old through the course of Wonder Woman 1984.
Wonder Woman's Robin Wright Really Wants Amazon Spin-off Movie
Robin Wright expressed her desire to do a Wonder Woman film set completely in Themyscira.
Zack Snyder Reveals Another Justice League Trailer Is Coming
Zack Snyder teases that he is currently working on a second trailer for the Snyder Cut of Justice League.
Justice League Star Claims Joss Whedon Brought Avengers: Age of Ultron Resentment To DC Film
Ray Fisher describes how Joss Whedon's resentment from his experience on Avengers: Age of Ultron may have bled into his time on Justice League.
Zack Snyder Shares New Preview of Justice League Music From Junkie XL
Zack Snyder gives a short tease of Junkie XL's score that will be played in the Snyder Cut of Justice League.
Zack Snyder Elaborates on Ben Affleck's F-Bomb In Justice League
Justice League director Zack Snyder reveals that Ben Affleck's F-bomb as Batman is well worth the wait in the Snyder Cut.
Spider-Man: No Way Home's New Trailer Just Changed a Big Doctor Strange Scene
A new TV spot for Spider-Man: No Way Home changed the background behind a shot of Benedict Cumberbatch's Doctor Strange.
Thor 4's Trailer Just Broke an Annoying MCU Record
Thor: Love and Thunder broke the record for shortest promotional window in MCU history.
Wonder Woman 1984 Director Teases Two More Stories For Gal Gadot's DC Hero
Wonder Woman 1984 director Patty Jenkins has two more stories to tell in the Wonder Woman saga, but she is unsure if she will direct them herself.
Wonder Woman 1984 Director Addresses 'Bad Timing' of Marvel's Black Widow & Eternals Delays
Wonder Woman 1984 director Patty Jenkins expresses her sadness for Cate Shortland and Chloé Zhao's delays in the MCU.
HBO Max Announces Wonder Woman 1984 Watch Party With Gal Gadot & Patty Jenkins
HBO Max announces a Watch Party for Wonder Woman 1984 with director Patty Jenkins and star Gal Gadot.
Star Wars: Andor Showcases 10 Main Characters on New Poster
New Star Wars: Andor Disney+ Poster Shows off 10 Main Characters
Will Elizabeth Olsen’s Wanda Return? MCU Writer Teases Future
Doctor Strange 2 writer Michael Waldron addressed Wanda Maximoff's potential return in the MCU.
Black Adam: Dwayne Johnson's Co-Star Sarah Shahi Reveals Prep Work For DC Film
Black Adam actress Sarah Shahi shows off the research she's doing with Black Adam comics in a new Instagram picture.
The Flash’s Ezra Miller Controversy Worsens With Troubling New Abuse Details
New details shed light on Ezra Miller's abuse allegations from April 2020.
Justice League: Zack Snyder Comments on His DC Plans After Snyder Cut
Director Zack Snyder isn't sure if he will continue in the DCEU after the release of the Snyder Cut on HBO Max.
Zack Snyder Hides Justice League Easter Egg In New Netflix Film Army of the Dead
Zack Snyder hides a Snyder Cut of Justice League Easter Egg in his new Netflix movie Army of the Dead.
Robert Downey Jr. Shares Hilarious Tribute to Scarlett Johansson: 'F- You, Scarlett'
Robert Downey Jr. gave a hilarious tribute to his MCU co-star Scarlett Johansson.
Watch: Tom Holland Explains Why He's Stealing Robert Downey Jr.'s Style
Spider-Man: No Way Home star Tom Holland admitted to stealing Robert Downey Jr.'s fashion style.
Watch: Spider-Man: No Way Home Reveals How Much Tobey & Andrew's Scenes Relied on CGI
A Spider-Man: No Way Home video shared a look at the VFX work done for Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield's scenes.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Update Reveals Surprising VFX News
Reports revealed that Spider-Man: No Way Home still has to add its final VFX shots before its December release.
Annoying Tom Holland Spider-Man Trend Ends with No Way Home
Spider-Man: No Way Home will finally put an end to an annoying trend that has plagued the MCU Spider-Man movies from the beginning.
Anthony Mackie Admits He Wasn't Thrilled When Marvel Pitched Him The Falcon and the Winter Soldier
Anthony Mackie reflects back on his hesitation towards Marvel Studios moving toward streaming releases.
Loki Producer Addresses How Season 2 Will Differ From the First
Michael Waldron teased what to expect to see in Loki Season 2 on Disney+.
WandaVision: New Image Shows Elizabeth Olsen & Paul Bettany's Characters With Infinity Stone Remote
Disney and Marvel send out WandaVision inspired gift boxes, complete with an era-inspired TV guide featuring Wanda, Vision, and a Mind Stone-powered TV remote.
Spider-Man's JK Simmons Explains How MCU Character Differs From Tobey Maguire Version
JK Simmons teased how the MCU's J. Jonah Jameson is different from his version in the Sam Raimi movies.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Releases New Poster Featuring Zendaya, Jamie Foxx & More
Sony's Japanese Twitter page released a new official poster for Spider-Man: No Way Home.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Official Merch Confirms Tobey Maguire's Return
Spider-Man: No Way Home official merchandise features Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man from the original 2002 movie.
Spider-Man Rumor Reveals Tobey Maguire & Andrew Garfield's Unexpected Roles In No Way Home
A rumor revealed information about Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield's roles in Spider-Man: No Way Home.
13 Best Spider-Man Movie Suits Ranked Worst to Best (Including No Way Home Costumes)
Spider-Man's 13 iconic movie costumes ranked from worst to best (including his new Spider-Man: No Way Home suits)
Robert Pattinson Explains Why Superman Can't Fit In The Batman Universe
Robert Pattinson looked at how his Batman would look at other heroes like Superman in his universe.
WandaVision: New Scene Depicts Elizabeth Olsen & Paul Bettany's Characters Forgetting Special Day
A new leak on Twitter reveals the second full clip from one of WandaVision's first two episodes.
Marvel Just Teased Elizabeth Olsen's New Avengers Status
The latest Doctor Strange 2 TV spot put Wanda Maximoff's Avengers status into question.
Will Scarlet Witch Get Her Own Solo Movie? Elizabeth Olsen Responds
Elizabeth Olsen addressed the chances of starring in her own Scarlet Witch solo movie.
How Marvel Studios Plans To Avoid Oversaturation After Disney+ Expansion
Kevin Feige further explains his plan for Phase 4's movies and Disney+ shows and how unique each property is.
HBO Max Boss Addresses DC Superheroes 'Brand Confusion' With On-Screen Franchises
HBO head Casey Bloys speaks on the brand confusion seen by many DC fans in regards to the franchise's future.
HBO Max's Batman Spin-off: Showrunner Confirms Big Differences From Fox's Gotham
Gotham PD showrunner Joe Barton spoke on how this series will differentiate itself from Fox's Gotham.
Spider-Man: Homecoming Writer Admits Iron Man Junior Tropes Worried Him
Spider-Man: Homecoming writer Jonathan Goldstein explained how the movie helped Spider-Man stand apart from Iron Man.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Reveals Character Posters for Tobey Maguire & Andrew Garfield Villains
Three new posters for Spider-Man: No Way Home featured Doc Ock, Electro, and the Green Goblin.
Tom Holland Reacts to Being Called Robert Downey Jr.'s MCU Replacement
Tom Holland responded to comments from Avengers: Endgame director Joe Russo about him being the face of the MCU.