Russ Milheim is the Industry Relations Coordinator at The Direct. On top of utilizing his expertise on the many corners of today’s entertainment to cover the latest news and theories, he establishes and maintains communication and relations between the outlet and the many studio and talent representatives.
Prior to his time here, Russ wrote for The Game of Nerds. From there, he then joined the team at The Direct in 2021 as a writer for the PlayStation side of the website. However, it didn’t take long for his reporting to expand quickly to everything the site covers.
You can follow Russ on Twitter (@RussMilheim) to stay up-to-date with his latest opinionated thoughts and ideas on Marvel, DC, Star Wars, Gaming, and everything in between.
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Russ Milheim's Latest Stories
Based on a True Story Season 3 Gets Official Update from Producer Amid Cancellation Concerns
After Season 2's big cliffhanger, how hopeful can fans be for a Season 3?
Intense Thriller Movie 'Like Father Like Son' Explores the Emotional Weight of Generational Violence
Ariel Winter, Mayim Bialik, and Dermot Mulroney star in this new intense emotional thriller.
Stranger Things Season 5 Will See Dustin Deal With 'Intense Grief' (Exclusive)
Dustin is going to have a rough time when Stranger Things returns for its final season.
Peacock's Laid Creators Reveal How This Remake Differs from Australian Original (Exclusive)
Before being adapted on Peacock, the first Laid series was an Australian original.
Pac-Man Just Received a Horrifying Reimagining from Prime Video
Secret Level has an insane Pac-Man story, and its PlayStation short is different than all the rest.
Rings of Power Showrunner Defends One Major Sauron Change In Season 2 (Exclusive)
Sauron's timeline for forging the rings changed, but the showrunners feel it was a good choice.
Dune: Prophecy Star Reacts to Their Harrowing On-Screen Death
The Harkonnen's get a visit from Valya in Episode 4, and nothing plays out as expected.
Ana De Armas' Ballerina Expands the John Wick Universe In Style With New Footage
Ana De Armas is entering the criminal underworld, and she isn't taking sh*t from anyone.
The Sticky Season 2 Gets Hopeful Update from Star (Exclusive)
Will the story of the great Maple Syrup heist continue for another season?
Rings of Power Showrunners Confirm Five-Season Plan (Exclusive)
While a third season for the series hasn't been confirmed, it is being worked on behind the scenes.
Ballerina: Ana De Armas Shows Off Her Ink In First Poster for John Wick Spinoff Movie
The criminal underground is about to have another assassin to fear, and their name isn't John Wick.
Rainbow Six's Upcoming Movie Gets First Official Update In Over a Year (Exclusive)
The movie adaptation of the hit gaming franchise has been in development for quite some time.
The Continental Season 2 Renewal Prospects Get Official Update from Producer (Exclusive)
The odds of The Continental Season 2 just got addressed by its producer.
Y2K Movie: Stars Jaeden Martell & Julian Dennison Explain Their Deep Bromance In Horror-Comedy
The film explores the idea of Y2K actually happening, with robots slaughtering people at midnight.
'Based on a True Story' Star Melissa Fumero Breaks Silence on Drew's Big Twist (Exclusive)
While fans met Melissa Fumero's Drew in Season 2, she was really named Olivia––Matt's ex-wife.
Prime Video's Next Heist Series Is Based on This Ridiculous True Story (Exclusive Interview)
The Sticky introduces viewers to the maple syrup industry, and a completely ridiculous heist.
Mrs. Davis Season 2 Prospects Addressed by Peacock Series Actor (Exclusive)
Fans have not heard anything about Mrs. Davis continuing, but everyone involved would love more.
Don't Expect This Marvel Netflix Star to Ever Return to the MCU (Exclusive)
The chances of one particular lawyer returning to the MCU fold look slim.
'Star Wars: Skeleton Crew' Actor Tells All About Franchise's First-Ever Kids-Led Show
Ravi Cabot-Conyers plays Win in Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, a curious child from a sheltered planet.
Arcane Star Defends Maddie's Controversial Romance With Caitlyn (Exclusive)
Lots of fans are upset that Caitlyn is with Maddie and not Vi––but Katy Townsend isn't upset.
Henry Cavill Will Play a 500-Year-Old Martial Artist In New Action-Heavy 'Highlander' Reboot
Henry Cavill will get to show off his action chops once again in another iconic franchise.
'Based on a True Story' Producer Explains Why Seasons 2 Abandons the Podcast Storyline
Based on a True Story started out following a couple making a podcast with a serial killer.
The Starship Troopers Franchise Just Got a Whole Lot Bigger (Exclusive)
Fans of the Starship Troopers franchise can now kill space bugs for real.
FlexiSpot C7 Pro Max: One of the Best Gaming Chairs Out There (Review)
Flexispot's latest chair is comfortable and adjustable like you wouldn't believe.
We Learned 5 Major Details About James Gunn's First-Ever DCU Show (Exclusive)
Creature Commandos boasts a large cast, but GI Robot was the hardest for the team to get right.
Arcane Season 2 Cast, Characters & Voice Actors Guide (Photos) - Ella Purnell, Hailee Steinfeld
The story of Jinx and Vi is set to continue as the story between Piltover and Zaun unfolds.
Landman Season 2 Gets Hopeful Update from Creator Ahead of Paramount Series' Debut
Taylor Sheridan has a new drama coming to Paramount+, and this time its all about the oil industry.
Tom Hardy's Splinter Cell Movie Is Officially Dead (Exclusive)
A producer behind the previously announced Splinter Cell movie revealed that it fell apart.
Red One Movie's 'Definitive Santa Claus' Explained by Dwayne Johnson
The cast of Red One talks about their upcoming action-adventure holiday blockbuster.
The Guest 2: Sequel Prospects Get Exciting Update from Writer (Exclusive)
While The Guest 2 is not yet confirmed, the original writer and director talk about it all the time.
Halle Berry's 'Never Let Go' Casting Director Explains Star's 'Extreme' Commitment to Movie
In order for Never Let Go to get off the ground, it needed perfect leading kids––and it got just that.
The Penguin: Selina Kyle & Sofia's Future Team-Up Teased by Cristin Milioti (Exclusive)
A lot went down in that big finale for The Penguin, including a big tease for The Batman: Part II.
Outlander: Showrunner Confirms Season 8 Will Include Parts of Book 10, Cast Tease What's to Come
Outlander Season 7, Part 2 is set to debut this month, with Season 8 production already wrapped.
Ana de Armas' John Wick Spin-off Will Differ from Previous Movies In 1 Key Way (Exclusive)
Ana de Armas could be leading her own John Wick series of films, and it starts with Ballerina.
Smile 2: What Really Happened to Morris, Explained
Skye had her reality shattered, but does that mean her new ally, Morris, was never real at all?
The Penguin Season 2 May Happen Under One Condition (Exclusive)
Fans are in love with The Penguin, but it is unclear if the story is meant to continue.
Atomic Blonde 2: Sequel Development Issues Addressed by Director David Leitch (Exclusive)
Fans of the Charlize Theron action film might be waiting a long while before seeing a sequel.
I Watched the New 'Inside Out' TV Show, And I Can't Believe How Good It Is
A new spin-off Inside Out series is on its way in 2025, and it's a dream.
From Embers Movie: Matthew Morrison & Cast Talk Film's Difficult Subject Matter (Exclusive)
From Embers tackles big topics like grief, alcoholism, single motherhood, autism, and more.
Arcane Season 2: New Story Details Revealed by Creator (Exclusive)
The artistry behind Netflix's Arcane is unmatched, and somehow Season 2 will be even better.