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 Naked Gun Actress Reveals the Funniest Scene In the Movie Was Cut Short
Liam Neeson's Frank and Liza Koshy's Detective Barnes' big scene originally had a few more walls.
Hazbin Hotel Creator Confirms There Have Been Conversations About a Broadway Adaptation
The music in Hazbin Hotel is so catchy and performative that it's perfect for the stage, but will it ever make it there?
Heroes & Villains Creative Director on Filling a Hole in Star Wars Merchandise and Utilizing Fantastic Four's World
Good news: Inferno Squad fans never have to feel unseen again.
Funko Executive Reveals Why Superman Villain Ultraman Was a Chase and Not His Own Figure
The Hammer of Boravia was in the main line of the Superman Funkos, with Ultraman being his Chase.
M3GAN 2.0 Star Ivanna Sakhno Reveals How AMELIA Would Handle a Rom-Com Genre Twist
If there were ever a M3GAN rom-com, Amelia might not be seeking love like her android counterpart.
Twisted Metal Season 2 Star Stephanie Beatriz and Cast Tease Their Crazy Tournament Contestants
Twisted Metal Season 2 finally brings the tournament to the forefront of the story.
Keanu Reeves Is an Angel of God In Trailer For New Lionsgate Movie Good Fortune
Many believe Keanu Reeves to be an angel already, but this film takes that to a whole other level.
M3GAN 3 Movie Story Hopes Addressed by Franchise Star: A Robot Rom-Com (Exclusive)
From horror to action sci-fi, rom-com could be the next best destination for the M3GAN franchise.
Fans of How to Train Your Dragon, Here's Where You Can See More of Mason Thames
How to Train Your Dragon isn't Thames' first role—he's been a part of many other adventures.
Guns Up Movie Stars Kevin James and Christina Ricci on John Wick Comparisons & the Jobs They Hated
According to its stars, Guns Up is similar to John Wick but with a warmer heart and focus on family.
Happy Gilmore 2 Director on How They Balanced Easter Eggs & References to the Original
Happy Gilmore's return is filled with fun nods to the classic golf movie.
The Institute Showrunners Confirm Plans for More Seasons (Exclusive)
While more seasons aren't greenlit yet, the plan is to let the story of The Institute continue to unfold.
Twisted Metal Season 2 Trailer Promises the Video Game Story Fans Have Been Waiting For
There wasn't a real tournament in Twisted Metal Season 1, which is key to the titular game series.
Dexter: Resurrection Cast Teases Complicated Father-Son Reunion, Batista's Hunt, and Competent Cops
Dexter: Resurrection has plenty in store for its titular serial killer, least of which is a cult.
First-Time Director Michael Diliberti on Working With Seann William Scott & Chance Perdomo for New Movie Bad Man
Following Hemlock Circle Productions' horror movie Marshmallow, the studio's next film is Bad Man.
The Institute Stars Ben Barnes and Joe Freeman Explain Why Their New Show Isn't Marvel's X-Men
It would be easy to look at The Institute and quickly compare it to X-Men—but they aren't the same.
The Foundation Season 3 Cast Explain Why The Mule Is a Dangerous Threat
These new episodes give the Foundation and the Empire a common enemy in the Mule.
Duster Season 2 Possibilities Addressed by Royce Saxton Star Benjamin Charles Watson
Royce Saxton has quite an interesting future ahead of him if Duster's story continues.
The Old Guard 2 Director Explains The Tragedy of That 'Delicious' Death Scene
The long-awaited Netflix sequel killed off one key character in dramatic fashion.
Ironheart Producers Reveal the 1 Thing They Didn't Want to Do With Mephisto's Introduction
Ironheart finally did what WandaVision never accomplished: brought the devil to the table.
Bill Hader's The Cat In the Hat Animated Movie Gets It's First Trailer, as Filmmakers Reveal How They Perfected Its Comedy
Cat in the Hat is being brought to life by Bill Hader in a wonderfully vibrant new animated movie.
The Old Guard 2 Cast on Immortality and Their Characters' Changes In Netflix Sequel
The immortals that everyone loves have gone through some changes since audiences last saw them.
Heads of State Director Ilya Naishuller Comments on Sequel Chances
Ilya Naishuller already knows what a sequel might look like, and its premise is simple.
When 'Ironheart' Takes Place In the MCU Timeline, Confirmed by Marvel Show Producer
Disney+'s Ironheart isn't all that long after Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
Elio 2 Sequel Hopes Shared by Pixar Movie Star Yonas Kibreab
After his debut, Elio could have many more journeys, and Yonas Kibreab knows what he wants next.
The Amateur 2 Sequel Movie Setting Ideas Revealed by Director
Rami Malek's Heller went to all sorts of interesting places—here's where he could go next.
The Floaters Stars Jackie Tohn & Seth Green on Tackling Judaism and the Theme of Being an Outcast
The Floaters is a new film following a group of outcasts at their yearly Jewish summer camp.
Smoke Star Jurnee Smollett and Cast Breaks Down Their Flawed Characters In New Apple TV+ Show
Jurnee Smollett may play a protagonist on Smoke, but that doesn't mean she's a perfect human being.
Pixar's Elio Actor Brad Garrett Admits Getting Bullied as a Child Influenced His Villain (Exclusive)
Lord Grigon represents a lot and has heavy thematic ties to the story Pixar is telling.
Smoke Season 2 & Series Future Addressed by Apple TV+ Showrunner
Dennis Lehane wants his new show to run for three seasons and has a clear ending in mind.
'In Your Dreams' Director Explains How They Cracked the Code on a Movie About Dreams
Alex Woo always wanted to make a movie about dreams, but he didn't want to use the angle one would expect.
Pixar's Elio Is Part-Horror Movie - The Filmmakers Explain Why (Exclusive)
Many moments in Elio lean heavily into horror, which is unique for Pixar.
Deep Cover Star Bryce Dallas Howard Reveals How Much Improv There Was In Improv-Themed Film
While this may be an Improv-focused movie, there was still a tight script in play.
Pixar Changed Elio After Its First Trailer - The Filmmakers Explain Why
Elio wasn't always the same movie audiences will be seeing in theaters.
Ballerina Movie Star Explains That 'Big Sister' Twist
Eve Macarro's world is turned upside down when new information about her family comes to light.
'Predator' Director Finally Confirms If Predators Can Time Travel
Many have wondered if Predators can time travel, and now, we have the answer.
Predator: Killer of Killers' Alien Crossover Theory Gets Intriguing Response from Co-Director (Exclusive)
Fans thought they spotted a Predator wearing a cape of Xenomorph tails, but is that what it was? Here's the answer.
Barron's Cove Star Garrett Hedlund Opens Up About His Troubled Protagonist
Caleb isn't your usual leading man, and as a protagonist, he makes some dark choices.
Dangerous Animals Star Jai Courtney on His Killer's Spiritual Connection to Sharks | Red Carpet
Jai Courtney's Tucker is a serial killer with a unique, fatal, and sharp twist.
John Wick 5: Ana de Armas Teases Her Role In Next Movie (Exclusive)
While Ballerina is a spinoff of John Wick, fans wonder if the new character could team up with Keanu Reeves.