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
The Batman: Official Art Shows Robert Pattinson's Hero Holding Batarang
A new leak on Twitter revealed a look at one of Robert Pattinson's Dark Knight suits from The Batman.
Zack Snyder Still Hopeful For Justice League 2 Despite Warner Bros. Being 'Anti-Snyder'
Zack Snyder touched on the support of the #RestoreTheSnyderverse movement after the release of the Snyder Cut.
Black Widow: David Harbour Teases Unannounced Superheroes Appearing In MCU Movie
Black Widow star David Harbour teased the possible introduction of the Winter Guard in Black Widow on social media.
The Flash Movie Reportedly Rebuilding Tim Burton's Gotham City For Michael Keaton's Batman
A recent report revealed that Michael Keaton's Gotham City is being recreated for The Flash.
Iron Man 2 Star Mickey Rourke Trashes Marvel Acting In New Social Media Post
Iron Man 2 actor Mickey Rourke included a shot at Marvel Studios in his latest Instagram post.
Why Patton Oswalt Really Wants To Be the Marvel Cinematic Universe's MODOK
Patton Oswalt revealed how much he would love to bring MODOK into the MCU.
Marvel Studios Reportedly Doesn't Care That Hulu's MODOK Isn't In the MCU
MODOK showrunner Jordan Blum spoke on not caring that his series isn't canon with the MCU.
Justice League: Gal Gadot Confirms Threats To Her Career Were Made By Joss Whedon
Wonder Woman actress Gal Gadot revealed details of what director Joss Whedon threatened to do on the set of Justice League.
Batman's Wayne Manor Surrounded In Smoke In New The Flash Movie Set Photos
Set photos revealed smoke surrounding the set of Wayne Manor in The Flash.
Guardians of the Galaxy 4? James Gunn Claims Never Say Never
James Gunn revealed that he may be open for a return to direct a fourth Guardians of the Galaxy movie.
Dave Bautista Implies Drax Will Be Recast After Guardians of the Galaxy 3
Dave Bautista revealed that he thinks he'll be recast as Drax after Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3.
Marvel Originally Wanted Falcon's Wings To Be Capable of Throwing Captain America's Shield
VFX supervisor Eric Leven teased alternate plot points that the team behind The Falcon and the Winter Soldier explored during the pandemic.
MCU Rumor Points To Doctor Strange Villain Shuma-Gorath Appearing In Upcoming Marvel Project
An iconic nemesis of the Sorcerer Supreme, Shuma-Gorath, could be coming to a future MCU project.
Star Wars Leak Reveals Full Look at The Mandalorian's Fennec Shand Animated For The Bad Batch
A new Reddit leak revealed the official poster for Ming-Na Wen's Fennec Shand returning in The Bad Batch.
The Suicide Squad: James Gunn Hints at Multiple Post-Credits Scenes
Director James Gunn teased multiple post-credits scenes for 2021's The Suicide Squad.
Star Wars: Andor Set Photos Reveal Return of Familiar Rogue One Troopers
New set photos revealed a better look at the shoretroopers and Diego Luna's titular character from Andor.
Justice League: Alternate Version of Darkseid With No Helmet Revealed In Official Snyder Cut Art
Concept artist Jerad Marantz shared early images of Darkseid without a helmet from Zack Snyder's Justice League.
Spider-Man 3: Andrew Garfield Claims 'Never Say Never' To Return After MCU Rumor Denials
Spider-Man actor Andrew Garfield teases the potential of returning to the role for Spider-Man: No Way Home.
James Gunn Admits He's a Little Stressed By Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Release Date
James Gunn teased that production on Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is "a little stressful."
Zack Snyder Says He Wouldn't Survive Making a Star Wars Movie
Zack Snyder revealed that he doesn't think he would be able to survive directing a Star Wars movie.
Disney+ Leak Reveals 2 Original New Star Wars Titles Heading To the Streaming Service
A Reddit leak revealed title cards for Biomes and Vehicle Flythroughs on Disney+, potentially highlighting more details from the worlds of Star Wars.
Marvel Boss Reveals Doctor Strange 2 Rewrites Caused By WandaVision Changes
Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige teased how WandaVision and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness connect through Chaos Magic.
WandaVision Creator Confirms Meaning of Commercials
WandaVision director Matt Shakman speaks on the use of commercials in the new Disney+ show, as well as the use of the heart as a hidden clue.
Star Wars Producer Reveals Episode Count of The Bad Batch Season 1
Director Brad Rau revealed that Season 1 of The Bad Batch will consist of 16 episodes.
Zachary Levi's Shazam 2: Actor Teases Updated Superhero Costumes
Ross Butler took to Instagram and teased new upgrades to the superhero suits in Shazam!: Fury of the Gods.
The Batman: New Look at Robert Pattinson's Superhero Revealed By Leaked Merch
A Reddit leak revealed a new look at Robert Pattinson's Batman suit and the Batmoblie from 2022's The Batman.
Batman Forever Producer Teases Release of Darker Director's Cut
Producer Akiva Goldsman teased the existence of a director's cut of 1995's Batman Forever.
Avengers: Endgame: Tessa Thompson Reveals New Set Photo Featuring Tom Holland
Tessa Thompson posted three pictures from the set of Avengers: Endgame on Instagram to celebrate National Superhero Day.
Marvel's Eternals Casts Lead Actress From Director's First Feature Film
Marvel Studios cast Jashaun St. John in an undisclosed role in Chloe Zhao's Eternals.
Marvel Producer Reveals Biggest Worry With Anthony Mackie's Captain America Costume
The cast and crew of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier spoke on Sam Wilson's new Captain America suit.
Black Adam Movie Casts Sitcom Version of Dwayne Johnson, Uli Latukefu, In Mystery Role
Uli Latukefu was cast in the Black Adam movie in the DCEU, although his role hasn't yet been confirmed.
Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts Rumors Addressed By Falcon and Winter Soldier Creator
Nate Moore and Malcolm Spellman teased why the Thunderbolts weren't explored more in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
Justice League: Unused Design For Snyder Cut's Parademons Revealed
Concept artist Jerad Marantz teased designs for the parademons in Zack Snyder's Justice League.
Justice League's Reuploaded Trailer Gets Bombarded With Dislikes
Warner Bros. re-uploaded the original trailer for Justice League in 4K to disastrous results.
Thor 4: Taika Waititi Shares New Set Photos Teasing Galactic Setting
Taika Waititi shared three images on Twitter of himself with his daughter on the set of Thor: Love and Thunder.
Falcon and Winter Soldier Director Denies Sexual Tension Between Bucky & Sam
Director Kari Skogland spoke about Bucky Barnes being bisexual in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
Obi-Wan Kenobi Star Ewan McGregor Comments on Luke Skywalker Appearance Rumors
Ewan McGregor teases the posibility that Luke Skywalker will show up in the Obi-Wan Kenobi series on Disney+.
James Gunn Might Only Do TV Shows After Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Director James Gunn hinted that he may be transitioning to TV after he finishes Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
Anthony Mackie Explains How His Captain America Differs From Chris Evans'
Anthony Mackie discussed his take on Sam Wilson as the new version of Captain America.
Watch: Tom Holland Gets Sung Happy Birthday In Newly Shared Avengers: Infinity War Set Video
Directors Joe and Anthony Russo shared a video of Tom Holland celebrating his birthday on the set of Avengers: Infinity War.