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 The Direct Articles
Patrick Stewart Just Teased Another Marvel Comeback In 1 Upcoming Movie
Patrick Stewart teased another appearance in an upcoming Marvel film.
Daredevil's Disney+ Reboot Crew Will Be Missing 1 Key Netflix Show Member
According to Charlie Cox’s original Daredevil stunt double, Marvel Studios wouldn’t meet him for Daredevil: Born Again.
Deadpool 3's Major Multiverse Connections Teased by New Report
A new report gave some tantalizing teases about Deadpool 3 and its connection to the wider Multiverse Saga.
First Look at T’Challa’s Son Emotional Deleted Scene In Black Panther 2
Thanks to Marvel Studios' Assembled, a new look at a deleted scene with T'Challa's has been released.
Disney Announces First-Ever Cable TV Release of The Mandalorian
The first episode of the critically acclaimed show will debut on television later in February.
Marvel Studios Just Confirmed Its 9th New Disney+ Show In the Works
Work on Marvel Studios' 9th Disney+ project, Wonder Man, has begun.
Doctor Strange 2: Elizabeth Olsen’s Murderous Wanda Gets Her Own Funko
The dream-walking, murderous Wanda Maximoff was granted her own Funko Pop! to celebrate her latest MCU appearance.
Ant-Man 3: Quantumania Reviews: What Are Critics' First Reactions?
Some lucky people have now seen Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania; but what did they think of it?
Marvel Confirms How the MCU Multiverse & Quantum Realm Are Connected
Jeff Loveness, the writer behind Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania, commented on the relationship between the Multiverse and the Quantum Realm.
Keanu Reeves’ Constantine 2 Reportedly Cancelled at Warner Bros. (Update)
Rumors have it that Constantine 2 was canceled, despite being announced late last year.
DC Shocks Fans With Constantine 2 Announcement
Warner Bros. has continued their trend of shocking moves, this time they've brought back Keanu Reeves for another Constantine.
MCU Fantastic Four Movie: 9 Most Likely Villains In Reboot
Who should Marvel Studios pit against the Fantastic Four in its upcoming reboot?
Ben Affleck's Batman Replacement: First Casting Details Teased by DC Boss
DC Studios co-lead James Gunn revealed some brief details on his new DCU’s Batman.
MCU: Wonder Man Disney+ Show Gets Exciting Production Update
A new update for the yet-to-be-confirmed Wonder Man show has hit the web.
New Ant-Man 3 Teaser Reveals More of Kang’s Superpowers
A new trailer for Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania showcased Kang the Conqueror's powers.
Avengers 5 Writer Reveals How MCU Phase 5 Could Outdo Phase 4
Jeff Loveness has spoken out about how he thinks the next phase of the MCU could outdo the fourth.
Black Panther 2's Dominique Thorne Speaks on Ironheart Future, Puffs Power Pals & More
Dominique Thorne, the woman behind the new MCU hero Ironheart, talked to The Direct about leaving Wakanda and her work with Puffs Power Pals.
Kang Actor Reveals Massive Ambitions for Avengers 5 & MCU Future
The actor behind Kang the Conqueror discussed his ambitions for his villain in Avengers 5 and the future of the MCU in general.
Will there be a Black Panther 3? Letitia Wright Gives Promising Sequel Update
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever star Letitia Wright has given a very promising response to fans hoping for Black Panther 3!
How Robert Downey Jr. Encouraged Ironheart Star Dominique Thorne (Exclusive)
Ironheart star Dominique Thorne spoke on how Robert Downey Jr. encouraged her time as Riri Williams.
Marvel Fans Share Mixed Reactions to DC’s Huge Movie Slate Announcement
Marvel fans have reacted to all the new projects in development for the DCU.
Booster Gold TV Show Announced Amid Chris Pratt Casting Hopes
A new Booster Gold television show has been announced, and fans already seem confident in who they want to see play the titular hero.
New Ant-Man 3: Quantumania Footage Features Hundreds of Ant-Men
New footage from Paul Rudd's next upcoming MCU showcases an hundreds and hundreds of Scott Lang all toppling over each other.
Watch: First Black Panther 2 Deleted Scene Released Online
The first deleted scene for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has been released online.
Kevin Feige Reveals the #1 Main Goal of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Marvel Studios Kevin Feige revealed what the main goal of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is.
James Gunn Teases Zoe Saldana’s New DC Role: 6 Characters She Could Play
Who are the best choices for Zoe Saldana to play in the new DC Universe?
Ewan McGregor ‘Burst Into Tears’ Watching 1 Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ Scene
The leading actor of Obi-Wan Kenobi got quite emotional when he watched a key scene in his recent Disney+ series.
Gal Gadot Cameo Seemingly Spotted In New Shazam 2 Trailer (Photo)
Did Gal Gadot's Amazonian secretly appear in the latest Shazam trailer?
Marvel Just Recast 1 Spider-Man: Homecoming Actor Who Got Removed from the Movie
Actress Jona Xiao joined Marvel in an unidentified MCU Disney+ project.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Removed Iron Man-Inspired Subplot (Exclusive)
Wakanda Forever once featured key scenes that gave Riri Williams some important parallels to Tony Stark.
Black Panther 2 Includes a Namor & Killmonger Connection You Probably Missed
There’s an interesting connection between Namor and Killmonger that likely went unnoticed by many.
ANOTHER WandaVision Actor Just Returned for the Agatha Spin-off Show (Photos)
Yet another WandaVision actor looks to be returning for Agatha: Coven of Chaos.
DC Fans Unhappy With Shazam 2 Spoilers In New Trailer
DC fans are getting vocal about how they feel the new Shazam trailer showcases far too many spoilers.
First Photos from The Last of Us Episode 3 Released by HBO
New images from The Last of Us' third episode have been released.
Avengers: Endgame: Chris Hemsworth’s Fat Thor Gets Special New Funko
A new Funko from the Infinity Saga was revealed based on an iconic Thor scene.
The Mandalorian Season 3's New Trailer Just Secretly Set Up Boba Fett’s Return
The new trailer for The Mandalorian's third season may have teased the return of Boba Fett.
10 Best X-Men Villains the MCU Should Use First
When the mutants get back on screen, which villains should Marvel use first?
Daisy Ridley Defends Star Wars’ Controversial Rey Decision
Daisy Ridley defended some choices made in The Rise of Skywalker.
Marvel Boss Kevin Feige Responds to 'Superhero Fatigue' Concerns
Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige commented on the supposed superhero fatigue sweeping the nation.
MCU: Namor's Mutant Future Addressed by Kevin Feige
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has commented on what Namor's future in the MCU might look like.