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
Marvel Studios Prevented Daredevil Villain From Appearing In New Hulu Show
The upcoming Hulu show, Hit-Monkey, supposedly wanted to use Bullseye at one point but was unable to due to studio mandates.
Tom Holland Reveals Why He Doubted Spider-Man: No Way Home's First Pitch
Spider-Man: No Way Home star Tom Holland commented on how he didn't think the film was ever going to work.
Spider-Man: Tom Holland Admits He Pitched Non-MCU Venom & Kraven Movies to Sony Producer
During the brief Sony and Marvel Studios' break-up, Tom Holland ended up pitching movie ideas involving Venom and Kraven the Hunter.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Trailer Delay Reportedly Caused by Tobey Maguire & Andrew Garfield Roles
The next trailer for Spider-Man: No Way Home has been potentially held back by studio disagreements over what to show in it.
Zack Snyder Reportedly Threatened Justice League Producers Over Credits
It’s being reported that Zack Snyder threatened an executive at Warner Bros. over his cut of Justice League.
Why Mark Ruffalo's Hulk Could Become an MCU Villain In Phase 5
Is there a world where Bruce Banner could become the next big MCU villain?
Obi-Wan Kenobi: Disney+ Reportedly Sets Release Date for New Trailer
The supposed release date for the first Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer has been revealed.
Disney Reveals New Images of Doctor Strange, Hawkeye & More From Marvel Studios' What If...?
Marvel releases four new images from their upcoming show What if...?
Marvel's Ironheart: Disney+ Series Adds Snowpiercer Scribe as Head Writer
The Ironheart Disney+ series has found it's lead writer in Chinaka Hodge according to Variety.
Will Spider-Man Appear In the Hawkeye Show? Marvel Boss Addresses NYC Connections
Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige comments on the odds of fans seeing Spider-Man at any point during Hawkeye’s six-episode Disney+ series.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Reveals New Poster With Doctor Strange, Green Goblin & More
Spider-Man: No Way Home received a new poster ahead of its December 2021 debut.
Marvel's Eternals Writer Clears Confusion on Sprite's Powers at the End (Exclusive)
The Direct sat down with the screenplay writers of Eternals, where the two confirmed the status of Sprite's powers at the end of the film.
Ms. Marvel Disney+: New Footage Shows Kamala Khan Wearing Captain Marvel Costume
Disney and Marvel Studios released a brand-new look at Ms. Marvel in her upcoming solo series for Disney+.
Madame Web Movie’s ‘Unique’ Plot Teased by Marvel Star Emma Roberts
Madame Web actress Emma Roberts has teased the unique plot for the upcoming movie.
Loki's Kang Actor Admits He Felt Like Virgin Mary Keeping Marvel Secrets
Loki and Ant-Man actor Jonathan Majors commented on how he felt keeping Marvel's many secrets regarding his role as Kang the Conqueror.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Writers Explain Emma Stone & Kirsten Dunst Absences
The Spider-Man: No Way Home writers commented on if there was ever a point when Emma Stone and Kirsten Dunst made it into the film.
How Long Is Disney+’s Hawkeye? Episodes 1 & 2 Runtimes Revealed
The official runtime of Marve Studios’ Hawkeye’s debut episode has been revealed.
D23 Expo Announcements: 11 Marvel & Star Wars Titles Showcased on New Poster
A new D23 poster may hold some clues as to what announcements fans should expect at the convention.
Harley Quinn Season 4 Release Receives Exciting Update
Harley Quinn has been renewed for a fourth season on HBO Max.
Hawkeye: 7 Marvel Characters Who Might Now Own Avengers Tower
Hawkeye’s opening episodes brought up the topic of the now empty Avengers Tower; so who could the new tenants be?
Marvel Celebrates Hawkeye With New Kate Bishop Funko and Captain America Pin
Marvel has officially revealed new Hawkeye merchandise, which includes a new Funko and an enamel pin.
New Hawkeye Photos Show Kate Bishop vs. Echo Fight and More Disney+ Action
Marvel Studios released new official photos from Hawkeye, including a tantalizing tease of a showdown between Kate Bishop and Echo.
Avengers: Endgame Concept Art Reveals High-Tech Hawkeye That Got Scrapped
Marvel Studios' Director of Visual Development took to Instagram to reveal an alternate Hawkeye outfit and a keyframe from the first Avengers film.
How Hawkeye Episode 3 Delivers With Kingpin Nods and Clint Barton Growth (Review)
Marvel Studios' Hawkeye just aired its third episode; did it hit the mark?
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order 2 Announcement Reportedly Imminent
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is rumored to have its sequel properly announced before E3 this year.
Rosario Dawson's Ahsoka Writer Teases Evolving Story of Disney+ Show
Star Wars producer and writer Dave Filoni commented on his progress writing the upcoming Disney+ series, Ahsoka.
Is Disney+'s She-Hulk In Trouble? New Rumor Points to Show's Problems
According to an industry insider, Marvel Studios' upcoming series She-Hulk may be in trouble.
Spider-Man: No Way Home Reveals Stunning New Poster In Snowy NYC
A brand-new poster has been uncovered for Spider-Man: No Way Home, and it could be the best one yet.
Thor 4 Leak Teases How Natalie Portman Becomes a Marvel Superhero
Leaked Marvel Legends figures revealed new descriptions for Jane Foster's God of Thunder and Ravager Thor.
New Moon Knight Disney+ Photo Hints at Reshoots
Newly released information seems to indicate that Moon Knight is starting up some reshoots.
Who Is Moon Knight's Khonshu? Avengers & Kang Connections Explained
Marvel Studios' Moon Knight trailer brings up one big question: who is Khonshu?
James Gunn Reveals Big Issue With Filming John Cena's Peacemaker
James Gunn reveals that filming John Cena's Peacemaker is a pain when he is fully costumed up.
Star Wars Hotel Trailer Removed Amid Backlash
Star Wars: Galactic Cruiser's first trailer has disappointed fans, and Disney has since removed the video entirely.
Marvel Sets Major Kingpin Event on Hawkeye Episode 4 Debut Day
Marvel Comics is launching a big Kingpin focused crossover comic event on the same day that Hawkeye’s fourth episode is set to premiere.
Spider-Man Producer Addresses Miles Morales' Possible No Way Home Cameo
With all the rumored Spider-Man rumored to show up in No Way Home, is Miles Morales going to be one of them?
Spider-Man Actor Explains Why Green Goblin Is the Best Villain In No Way Home
During a panel at CCXP, Spider-Man: No Way Home's Jamie Foxx revealed what he believes makes a great villain.
Hawkeye Director Praises Yelena Star Florence Pugh as 'Batsh*t Crazy'
The Hawkeye directors talked about Florence Pugh's return as Yelena, and the passion she has for the character.
MCU’s Kang Actor Thinks He’ll Die Soon If Popularity Continues
Kang actor Jonathan Majors has commented that he thinks that when his MCU character dies, it'll be thanks to his popularity.
Robert Pattinson Reveals the Truth About Batman Workout Claims
The Batman actor Robert Pattinson clarified the rumors that he doesn't work out.
Watch: The Batman Finally Reveals the Riddler's Face In New Clip
A new clip from The Batman was released that shows Paul Dano’s The Riddler unmasked.