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
MCU: New Superhero Announced for WandaVision's Agatha Spin-off Show
This new character will be joining the upcoming MCU series Agatha: Coven of Chaos.
First Footage of Disney+ X-Men Reboot Released at Comic-Con
New footage for X-Men '97 was shown to fans at San Diego Comic-Con, and Marvel revealed Season 2 is alive and well.
DC's Next Movie to Include Henry Cavill Superman Reference Following Recasting
It seems Blue Beetle will be referencing Henry Cavill's Superman.
My Adventures With Superman's Mr. Mxyzptlk Twist Ending Explained
My Adventures With Superman just gave audiences a fun twist at the end of its latest episode.
Ahsoka Just Brought Back Hayden Christensen's Anakin Skywalker In New Trailer
Hayden Christensen gets some new dialogue in a new trailer for the upcoming Ahsoka Disney+ series.
Is Maria Hill Really Dead? Marvel Director Reveals the Truth
Is Cobie Smulders' Maria Hill actually gone for good in the MCU?
Obi-Wan Kenobi Designer Reveals the Reva Easter Egg We All Missed (Photos)
Reva's costume hid an Easter egg in Obi-Wan Kenobi that fans likely missed.
Peacemaker Season 2: Release, Cast & Everything We Know
Here's everything currently known about the continuation of John Cena's Peacemaker.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Director Confirms What We All Suspected About the Ending
The ending of No Way Home represents the very beginning of the MCU’s true Spider-Man.
Quicksilver Star Evan Peters May Reprise His WandaVision Role In This Marvel Show
Agatha's upcoming show looks like it could be setting the stage for Evan Peter's return.
Disney+ X-Men Reboot: New Posters Highlight 12 Main Characters
The mutants of Marvel Studios' upcoming X-Men '97 continuation get a spotlight in new artwork.
Marvel Just Spoiled Phase 5's New Superhero Debut (Photos)
This large new superhero will be making his debut in an upcoming animated Marvel Studios project.
Captain Marvel 2 Gets Release Update Amid Delay Concerns (Official)
Will Captain Marvel 2 still be coming out by the end of 2023?
MCU: 4 Upcoming Movies Where Emilia Clarke Could Return
Here are four different Marvel Studios projects where Emilia Clarke could show up next.
The Exorcist: Believer's Mature Rating Revealed
Here's why the MPAA gave its R rating to the next Exorcist movie.
New Loki Season 2 Clip Spoils How Sylvie Reunites With Loki
Fans wondering how Loki and Sylvie reunite in Season 2 of the Disney+ show just got their answer.
Disney+ X-Men Reboot Reveals First Plot Details for Episode 1 (Official)
Here's some official information on X-Men '97's first episode.
Sydney Sweeney's Marvel Movie Gets Exciting Release Update
While Kraven just got delayed, Madame Web moved the opposite direction.
LEGO Reveals First-Ever Oscar Isaac Moon Knight Figures (Photos)
The Fist of Khonshu will get its own LEGO figurine in the not-too-distant future.
Harley Quinn Season 4 Just Teased a Major Resurrection of This Dead Character
Max's Harley Quinn just teased the introduction of a formerly dead anti-hero.
DC Studios' First TV Show Gets New Update Amid Delay Concerns
The production for Creature Commandos just got an important update.
Marvel Just Retconned Avengers: Infinity War's Final Scene, And Now It's Worse
Secret Invasion's big twist retroactively made Avengers: Infinity War a little bit worse.
Saw 10 Director Teases Jigsaw's Trip to Mexico
John Kramer is taking a trip to Mexico for his tenth installment.
Incredible Hulk 2: New Details on Cancelled MCU Sequel Revealed (And It Sounds Amazing)
The Incredible Hulk 2 sounds like it would have shaped up to be an exciting sequel.
Alfred Molina's Doc Ock Almost Looked WAY Different In the MCU (Photos)
Alfred Molina's Spider-Man villain nearly sported an entirely different look for his MCU debut.
Tobey Maguire Gets Honest About His Spider-Man: No Way Home Experience
Everyone's beloved Raimiverse Spider-Man spoke candidly about his time on No Way Home.
Avatar Announces Streaming Release Date on Disney+ Competitor
The first Avatar will be available to stream on two different streaming competitors.
Haunted Mansion's Singing Busts Got Removed from 2023 Movie (Exclusive)
Sadly, the iconic singing busts didn't make the final cut.
James Gunn's DC Studios Already Prevented 1 Movie from Getting Developed
A Kingdom Come animated movie was almost developed, but it ended up not going forward.
MCU Director Worried He'll Get Death Threats for Ruining Tony Stark's Death
Secret Invasion’s retcon is rubbing some fans the wrong way.
Saw X Director Hypes Up Record-Breaking Runtime for New Movie
Saw X could be the longest movie in the franchise to date.
James Gunn Calls Out Mistake With DC's 2024 Justice League Movie Announcement
This recently announced animated DC Comic movie wasn't marketed correctly.
Spider-Man 2 PS5: Best Look at Peter Parker's Venom Symbiote Suit Revealed (Photos)
Insomniac’s Spider-Man sequel is bringing the iconic symbiote suit to life.
Haunted Mansion 2023 Director Reveals Potential Sequel Ideas (Exclusive)
Justin Simien, director of Disney's Haunted Mansion, addressed the pospects of a sequel.
Deadpool 3's Villain: 8 Predictions of Who It Will Be
Here are eight people who could possibly be the villain for Deadpool 3.
Encanto 2 Sequel Gets Hopeful Update from Franchise Star
A door might have just appeared for Encanto to get a sequel.
Star Wars Actress Clarifies Rebels Season 5 Comments
Rosario Dawson offered up some clarification on how much of a continuation Ahsoka is to Star Wars Rebels.
Why Justice League's Next Movie Is R-Rated, Revealed by Producers
Here's why the next animated Justice League movie is R-rated.
Secret Invasion's Finale Just Killed Off 4 Major Characters
Marvel Studios' Secret Invasion continued its streak of killing off notable characters in its finale.
James Gunn Announces When DC Studios' New Movie Canon Starts
Here's when fans can expect the new DCU to officially begin with its films.