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
Marvel Announces Avengers: Endgame & Other Avengers Movies For Shakespeare Adaptation
Marvel's website announced the arrival of William Shakespeare's Avengers: The Complete Works, which will recreate all four Avengers movies in the style of Shakespeare.
WandaVision: Alternate Design For Vision's Corpse Room Revealed
A WandaVision concept artist shared a look at Vision inside SWORD from "Episode 8" of the MCU series.
Falcon and Winter Soldier: Sebastian Stan Set Photo Shared By Co-Star Miki Ishikawa
Miki Ishikawa shows her gratitude for her experience on Marvel Studios' The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.
Marvel Director Wanted Less Guns In Falcon and the Winter Soldier
Kari Skogland speaks on her process of incorporating fight sequences into ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.’
Justice League: Ray Fisher Criticizes WarnerMedia Comments Following Snyder Cut Release
Cyborg actor Ray Fisher continues his tirade against Warner Bros. after a recent interview with WarnerMedia CEO Ann Sarnoff.
Thor 4: Jaime Alexander Suggests She's Finished Filming Chris Hemsworth Movie
Jaimie Alexander indicates that she's finished her filming on Thor: Love and Thunder.
Justice League: Warner Bros. Boss Reacts To SnyderVerse Fan Movement
WarnerMedia CEO Ann Sarnoff confirmed that there are no immediate plans to continue the Snyderverse within the DCEU.
Justice League Snyder Cut: New Set Footage Shows Ben Affleck's Batman & Joe Magniello's Deathstroke
IGN releases a nearly six-minute-long behind-the-scenes video detailing the making of Zack Snyder's Justice League.
Dwayne Johnson's Black Adam: Leaked Set Photos Tease Ancient Tomb
New set photos from the DCEU's Black Adam tease a sort of ancient tomb being built for the solo movie.
Margot Robbie's Harley Quinn Death Scene Was Planned For Justice League 2
Zack Snyder discusses some of what he would have brought to future Justice League sequels.
Falcon and Winter Soldier: Evidence Points To Young Avengers' Patriot Joining Marvel Show
A new Instagram Story confirms the casting of Elijah Richardson in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, lending more credence to the arrival of the Young Avenger, Patriot.
Justice League: Zack Snyder Reveals Spin-Off Plans He Had For Atom Superhero
Director Zack Snyder teases the unfinished potential for Zheng Kai to continue as Atom in future DC movies.
Justice League: Zack Snyder Confirms Lois Lane Is [Spoilers] at End of Movie
Zack Snyder confirms that Lois Lane is pregnant at the end of Zack Snyder’s Justice League.
Zack Snyder's Justice League 3 Would've Had New Gods Invasion
Director Zack Snyder teases that he would have introduced the New Gods in a potential third Justice League movie.
Justice League Fans Spot Cameo From Zack Snyder Himself In Snyder Cut
Zack Snyder makes a short cameo in Zack Snyder’s Justice League on HBO Max.
Marvel’s Kevin Feige Teases Young Avengers Formation In MCU
Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige teased the imminent arrival of the Young Avengers in the MCU.
Justice League Snyder Cut: Sequel Possibility Addressed By Zack Snyder
Director Zack Snyder teased the potential of a return to finish his vision for the Snyderverse within the DC Extended Universe.
Justice League: Zack Snyder Reveals His Ryan Reynolds' Green Lantern Cameo Idea
Zack Snyder explores the idea of having Ryan Reynolds' Green Lantern cameo in Zack Snyder's Justice League.
Black Panther 2 Without Chadwick Boseman Would've Been 'Stupid' Idea Before Passing, Says Star
Martin Freeman opened up on what the experience will be like to film Black Panther 2 without the late Chadwick Boseman.
Oscar Isaac's Moon Knight Reportedly Casting Parent Characters
A new casting call is likely looking for Marc Spector's parents in the Moon Knight Disney+ series.
Zack Snyder's Justice League: Spoilery Trailer Reveals Big Moments With Darkseid & Joker
A new TV spot released with spoiler-filled footage from Zack Snyder's Justice League.
Avengers: Endgame: Anthony Mackie Describes Emotional Moment Learning About Captain America Scene
MCU stars Sebastian Stan and Anthony Mackie reveal when they found out the ending to Avengers: Endgame.
Chris Evans' Elder Captain America Status Will Be Addressed In Falcon and the Winter Soldier
Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige spoke on the impact of Captain America's absence in The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, including if he will be referenced in the show.
WandaVision Creator Was Initially Disappointed By Accurate Fan Predictions
Jac Schaeffer takes a look back at fan theories from WandaVision and how they felt to hear during the show's run on Disney+.
Zack Snyder's Justice League: Rotten Tomatoes Score Beating Aquaman, Man of Steel
Zack Snyder's Justice League comes in at a 74% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Justice League: Zack Snyder Spoils Big Finale Plans For DCEU Movies
Zack Snyder reveals what his plans would have been for future Justice League movies within the DCEU if he hadn't left the franchise.
Black Widow: New Set Photos Show Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh & David Harbour
Sixteen new images release showing off behind-the-scenes footage from Marvel Studios' Black Widow.
WandaVision: New Concept Art Images Show Monica, Westview SWORD Base & More
Five new concept art images from WandaVision have been unveiled in Marvel Studios’ Assembled on Disney+.
WandaVision: Marvel To Reveal Jimmy Woo's Missing Person In Future MCU Project
WandaVision director Matt Shakman teases that the Jimmy Woo's missing person from "Episode 4" is still out there in the MCU.
Marvel Congratulates Avatar On Taking Avengers: Endgame's Box Office Crown
Marvel Studios congratulates the team behind Avatar after the movie surpassed Avengers: Endgame for the highest-grossing film of all time.
Marvel's WandaVision: What You Need To Know Before Watching (Character Catch-up)
From Scarlet Witch to Monica Rambeau, catch up with every MCU character set to appear in Marvel's WandaVision on Disney+.
Deadpool 3: Zazie Beetz Addresses Potential MCU Future
Zazie Beetz hasn't been asked to reprise her role as Domino in Deadpool 3, but she would love to do it if given the opportunity.
DC Confirms Batgirl & Zatanna On-Screen Titles, Reveals Two Dozen Superhero Logos
Two dozen new logos are revealed for DC properties from the AT&T Investor Day meeting.
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier: Sebastian Stan & Anthony Mackie Suit Up on New Marvel Covers
Two new promotional images for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier have been released in Empire Magazine covers.
Zack Snyder's Justice League Sneaks Batman Villain Easter Egg on Deathstroke Costume
The Deathstroke costume from Zack Snyder's Justice League features a Ra's Al Ghul Easter Egg.
WandaVision Cut More of Kathryn Hahn's Agatha Backstory
WandaVision head writer Jac Schaeffer discusses more backstory for Agatha Harkness revealing how and when she arrived in Westview.
Gwyneth Paltrow Says She Would Return To Marvel on One Condition
Gwenyth Paltrow would be open to returning to the MCU in a more limited role.
Black Panther 2 Director Describes Chadwick Boseman Loss as Profound and Professional Challenge
Black Panther II director Ryan Coogler describes Chadwick Boseman's death as the hardest challenge he's ever had to deal with professionally.
Elizabeth Olsen Says Doctor Strange 2 Honors WandaVision's Story
Elizabeth Olsen and Jac Schaeffer talk about how Wanda Maximoff's journey will continue from WandaVision into Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
WandaVision: Kevin Feige Wanted Fans To Realize Wanda's Terrible Actions
The staff behind WandaVision confirm Kevin Feige's intentions to give this series a sad ending for Wanda Maximoff.