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
The Mandalorian Creator Shuts Down Popular Grogu Theory
Jon Favreau debunked a popular fan theory regarding Grogu’s origins.
Keanu Reeves Really Wants to Play 1 Marvel Superhero
Actor Keanu Reeves reiterated how he would love to one day play Wolverine in the MCU.
Avatar 2: Why James Cameron Rejected Sequel's Galactic Space Battle
James Cameron teased the inclusion of a space battle in one of the franchise’s upcoming sequels.
Disney+ to Release Fewer Marvel Shows, Confirms CEO
Kevin Feige confirmed that Marvel Studios is slowing down its releases on Disney+.
Ant-Man 3 Writer Refuses to Listen to Fans Criticizing MODOK: 'They're Wrong'
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania writer has revealed that he's quite proud of what they did with MODOK.
Disney+’s X-Men '97 Reboot Gets Promising Release Update
Despite delays across the board for Marvel Studios, it looks like X-Men '97 should still be released this year.
The Mandalorian Season 3 Premiere Gets Surprising Runtime
The runtime for The Mandalorian's upcoming premiere is surprisingly short.
Paul Bettany's New Vision Disney+ Show Gets Promising Update
A new promising update for Marvel Studios' Vision Quest has made its way online.
Avatar 3: James Cameron Confirms What We All Suspected About Spider
Avatar director James Cameron has spoken about Spider's role in future films.
The Flash Movie Synopsis References Henry Cavill's Superman
The Flash has a new synopsis, and it references Henry Cavill’s late Superman.
DC’s Next Movie Is a ‘Mini-Avengers’ Film, Reveals Director
The director of Shazam! Fury of the Gods teased how the upcoming blockbuster is similar to Marvel Studios' Avengers films.
Ant-Man: Quantumania Writer Defends Sequel's Ending Amid Criticism
Jeff Loveness has commented on Quantumania’s ending, which many audiences have found issue with.
Shazam 2 Director Casts Doubt on Hero's Future In James Gunn's DCU
Could the upcoming Shazam! movie be the last outing for Zachary Levi's big-screen hero?
Ant-Man: Quantumania Removed Scene That Teased Avengers 5 (Details)
According to Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania writer Jeff Loveness, there were key parts of the new film teasing Avengers 5 that were cut.
Will Ben Affleck Retire as Batman After The Flash Movie?
Is the upcoming movie The Flash the last time fans will see Ben Affleck’s Batman?
Ant-Man 3's Criticized Wasp Arc Explained by Evangeline Lilly
The lack of Hope van Dyne in the new Ant-Man and The Wasp film has been addressed by Evangeline Lilly.
New Data Reveals DC’s Top 10 Most Popular TV Shows
New information from Parrot Analytics has revealed which DC Comics shows were most in demand.
MCU: Shang-Chi's Morris Almost Looked VERY Different (Photos)
According to a new art book, Shang-Chi's loveable Morris almost looked a lot different.
Timothy Olyphant Breaks Silence on Book of Boba Fett Twist
The Mandalorian’s Timothy Olyphant spoke on the fate of his Star Wars character.
Tom Holland's Spider-Man Rumored for Live-Action Return In 2023 Movie
According to a reliable insider, Tom Holland's Spider-Man might return in a movie this year.
DC Releases R-Rated Amanda Waller Clip After New TV Show Announcement
A new video released by Warner Bros. looks to remind audiences about Amanda Waller ahead of her upcoming HBO Max show.
Chris Hemsworth Shares Excitement for Guardians of the Galaxy 3
Thor star Chris Hemsworth has shared his support and excitement for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
Jason Momoa Reportedly Exiting Aquaman Due to ‘Terrible’ Upcoming Movie
New reports are indicating that DCU actor Jason Momoa plans on leaving Aquaman behind in his wake.
Shazam 2 Star Auditioned for X-Men Superhero Role (Exclusive)
A Shazam star revealed that they once auditioned for a key X-Men role.
Spider-Verse 2: First Look at Vulture's Redesigned Suit Revealed (Photos)
A new batch of Spider-Verse Funko Pops! was unveiled, and among the many figures is the new Vulture design.
New Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Trailer Reveals Villain's Superpower
The new trailer for the upcoming third Guardians film showcases one of the villain's many powers.
MCU: Ironheart Star Hopes for 1 Young Avengers Crossover (Exclusive)
Wakanda Forever star Dominique Thorne revealed a Young Avengers crossover she'd love to see.
Loki Season 2: New Details on Kang’s Bigger Role Following Ant-Man 3
New details on Kang's role in Loki's upcoming second season have been revealed.
Ant-Man: Quantumania's 7 Biggest Criticisms: Bad Reviews Explained
Just what exactly are people's issues with Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania?
James Cameron Voices Support for Thanos’ Depopulation Plan
James Cameron voiced support for the ideology behind Thanos' motives,
Paul Rudd Reacts to Ant-Man Mistake In Avengers: Endgame
Paul Rudd commented on a continuity goof in Avengers: Endgame.
Why Marvel’s Kang Avoided Advice from Michael B. Jordan
Jonathan Majors refused to take advice from Michael B. Jordan about his Marvel role—but why?
The Mandalorian Creator Reveals How Season 3 Connects to Book of Boba Fett
Jon Favreau has discussed how the upcoming third season of The Mandalorian will tie into The Book of Boba Fett.
Black Panther 3: Letitia Wright Backpedals on Her Sequel Comments
Black Panther star Letitia Wright attempted to clarify her recent comments regarding a third film being underway.
New Andor Season 2 Set Photos Spoil Major Reunion
New set photos from Andor’s second season have revealed two characters who were separated in the most recent finale.
Ant-Man and the Wasp Quantumania: 8 Biggest Spoilers Explained
With Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania now out, fans can take a deep dive into the spoilers held within.
Shazam 2's Grace Caroline Currey Is a One-of-a-Kind Superhero (Exclusive)
Shazam! Fury of the Gods star Grace Caroline Currey spoke to The Direct about her latest superhero adventure.
Disney Unveils Ms. Marvel’s Upgraded MCU Costume
Thanks to a new poster for The Marvels, Kamala Khan’s new superhero outfit was revealed.
Hellboy Is Getting Another Movie After Reboot Disaster
Another Hellboy reboot is on the way following the disappointing 2019 adaptation.
Fantastic Four Reboot Gets Surprising Casting Update
The upcoming Fantastic Four MCU reboot has received some surprising news.