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
'We Own Your Ass': Anthony Mackie Addresses His Marvel Studios Future
Anthony Mackie, the newly promoted Captain America, has commented on his Marvel Studios future.
She-Hulk's Titania Campaigns for Deadpool 3 Role After New Announcement
A MCU newcomer from She-Hulk has voiced her interest in joining Deadpool 3.
John Krasinski Reacts to Deadpool 3's Wolverine Announcement
Doctor Strange's John Krasinski has reacted to Deadpool 3's Wolverine announcement on Twitter.
First Look at Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Disney+ Production (Video)
A new set video showed action on the set of the upcoming Star Wars: Skeleton Crew series.
Elizabeth Olsen Teases Scarlet Witch's Next Story In Her MCU Future
MCU actress Elizbath Olsen has commented on her future as Scarlet Witch.
Disney+ Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special Funkos Revealed (Photos)
The upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special has gotten its first Funko Pops.
Marvel Studios’ Next Disney+ Project Was Almost R-Rated
The director behind Werewolf by Night has revealed that they originally thought the special would get a TV-MA rating.
The Mandalorian Season 4: Pedro Pascal Pitches Hilarious Spin-Off Ideas
Pedros Pascal and Emily Swallow tease The Mandalorian's fourth season and hilarious potential spin-offs.
First Look at Emilia Clarke Filming Marvel's Secret Invasion Reshoots (Photos)
New set photos from Secret Invasion reshoots show Emilia Clarke in character.
Fantastic Four: Marvel's Sue Storm Actress Search Heats Up With 1 Hopeful Star
The Fantastic Four may have a new challenger for the role of Sue Storm.
Marvel Studios Confirms More Monsters Coming In the MCU's Future (Exclusive)
Werewolf by Night Executive Producer Brian Gay has commented on the potential future of Man-Thing in the MCU.
Why Avengers 5’s Spider-Man Could Be Even More Annoying
Looking at Jess Loveness' previous work, the Spider-Man potentially seen in The Kang Dynasty by come off as annoying.
She-Hulk Rumored for Special Captain America 4 Appearance
It seems that She-Hulk's next appearance may have become much clearer.
She-Hulk Might've Already Spoiled Its Big Villain Twist (Intelligencia Boss Explained)
The leader of Intelligencia may be someone fans have already seen earlier in Tatiana Maslany’s show.
Marvel's New Blade Movie Villain Might’ve Just Got Teased (And It’s Not Dracula)
One small reference in She-Hulk's sixth episode may give a hint as to who the villain of the upcoming Blade movie will be.
Avengers 5 Writer Might’ve Already Teased New Captain America Scenes
The former work of Avengers 5's writer may have already teased some of Sam Wilson's role in the upcoming blockbuster.
Did Marvel Studios Just Secretly Introduce the MCU’s Nosferatu?
Werewolf By Night's first trailer may be holding a big secret.
Marvel Confirms Hawkeye & Ms. Marvel Disney+ Releases For This Year
Marvel Studios Executive Victoria Alonso has officially confirmed that both Ms. Marvel and Hawkeye are still set to premiere in 2021 on Disney+.
Will Black Panther 2 Win an Oscar? New Report Reveals Likelihood
A new report has revealed the odds of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever receiving any Oscars next year.
Michael Keaton Joins The Flash Production Despite Certain Hesitation
Michael Keaton confirmed to play The Batman in upcoming The Flash film.
The Mandalorian Actress Addresses Female-Driven Scenes From Finale
The Mandalorian actress Kate Sackhoff comments on how the attitude towards woman in space has changed.
Star Wars: Boba Fett Star Ming-Na Wen Shares New Photo To Celebrate Filming Wrap
Ming-Na Wen shares photos of wrap gifts from The Book of Boba Fett production, confirming that filming is complete.
Star Wars Celebrates Dave Filoni With New Mandalorian Black Series Figure
Star Wars creative force Dave Filoni officially receives a figure for the character he portrayed twice in The Mandalorian.
Sebastian Stan Teases Captain America 4's Rocky Inspiration
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier actor Sebastian Stan commented on how he feels regarding the upcoming Captain America 4.
Amazing Spider-Man's Oscorp Logo Spotted In New Leaked Morbius Trailer
The second trailer for Morbius revealed the Oscorp logo from The Amazing Spider-Man on a building.
Jared Leto's Morbius Is Set In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, According To One Actor
Morbius star Tyrese Gibson says that the movie is in the MCU "Avengers" world.
Robert Pattinson’s The Batman: Leak Reveals New Looks at Riddler & Selina Kyle
New posters for the upcoming film The Batman have leaked from an upcoming calendar.
The Suicide Squad: Margot Robbie's Harley Quinn Gets the Most Spotlight on New Promo Calendar
New calendar pictures provide new glimpses at James Gunns' upcoming Suicide Squad film.
The Suicide Squad: New Footage Shows Hilarious King Shark Scenes
Brand new promotional teaser for Suicide Squad focuses on King Shark.
The Suicide Squad: New Batman & Flash Villains Revealed In Teaser
Warner Bros. releases a brand-new featurette for James Gunn's The Suicide Squad, which reveals brand new DC Comics villains The Calender Man and Double Down.
Loki: New Behind-the-Scenes Video of Tom Hiddleston & Owen Wilson Released
A new behind-the-scenes featurette released shows off new images from the production of Loki.
Disney+ Releasing Ms. Marvel Special Ahead of Episode 1
A new documentary short has been revealed for Marvel Studios’ Disney+ series Ms. Marvel.
Marvel Reveals First Look at Kit Harington In Eternals: Who Is the Game of Thrones Star Playing?
The recently released Eternals trailer showed a first look at Kit Harington's Black Knight—but who exactly is he playing? The Direct breaks it all down.
Marvel's Eternals: Angelina Jolie, Richard Madden & 8 More Actors Receive Special New Covers
Marvel Studios officially released 10 new images depicting the Eternals cast on various different covers for Entertainment Weekly.
Marvel Producer Reveals Why Iron Man & Captain America's Relationship Inspired Eternals Plot
Eternals producer Nate Moore commented on how Captain America and Iron Man influenced the development of the Eternals as a group and family.
Marvel Recruits Obi-Wan Kenobi Writer for Disney+ Iron Man Spin-off
Armor Wars has gotten some new writers, one of which has some important Star Wars experience under their belt.
Doctor Strange 2 Video Reveals R-Rated Scarlet Witch Deleted Scene
A new video has shown off a brutal sequence that was cut from Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
Don Cheadle Addresses When He'll Retire from the MCU
Don Cheadle talked about when he might stop stepping into his War Machine armor.
She-Hulk Actress Reveals What to Expect In Final Episodes
Jamela Jamil talked about what fans should expect going into She-Hulk’s final episodes.
First Look at The Flash's New Captain Boomerang on Season 9 Set
Grant Gustin's Flash will be pitted against a new version of an old foe in his last season on air.