Russ Milheim

Russ Milheim

Industry Relations Coordinator | Writer

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

Avengers: Infinity War: New Throwback Photo of Tom Hiddleston's Loki Revealed

The official Disney+ Twitter account shares brand-new BTS photos from Loki's time in Avengers: Infinity War

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WandaVision Nearly Featured a Chaos Dimension For Scarlet Witch's Magic

WandaVision writer discusses Agatha's original role in the series.

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God of War: Ragnarok Release Date Delayed, Cross-Gen Confirmed

God of War sequel gets delayed, but is confirmed to be both on the PS5 and PS4.

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WandaVision Writer Reveals How the Pandemic Changed a Major Scene

The writer behind WandaVision reveals a big change that was caused due to Covid.

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WandaVision Creator Details Doctor Strange's Deleted Finale Scene

Creator of WandaVision reveals a scene that was scrapped featuring Doctor Strange.

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MCU: Alternate Iron Man & Captain America Featured In Official Poster For Disney+'s What If...? Show

A brand-new promotional banner for Marvel's show What If...? has been found online.

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WandaVision's Paul Bettany Comments on Future as White Vision

WandaVision actor Paul Bettany commented on his future in the MCU as White Vision.

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Superman Reboot: Movie Writer Addresses Fan Expectations For Black Hero

Ta-Nehisi Coates comments on how the expectations of his upcoming Superman project weigh on him.

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Zack Snyder Confirms His Second Choice For Batman If Ben Affleck Turned Down Role

Zack Snyder revealed what the plan would have been if Ben Affleck refused the role of Batman.

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Doctor Strange 2: Writer Addresses 'Creative Differences' Between Marvel & Scott Derrickson

The real reason for Scott Derrickson’s departure from the Doctor Strange sequel revealed.

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Marvel's Eternals: Salma Hayek Reacts To Gender-Bent Superhero Role

Salma Hayek addresses her gender-bent superhero role, and her excitement for bringing the Eternal to life.

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Arrowverse's Next Event Has Just Been Confirmed By The CW

The Flash is set to host a crossover-like event for the Arrowverse when the show's eighth season ends this coming fall.

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Fortnite: New Art Teases Tom Hiddleston's Loki Coming To Game

Tom Hiddleston's Loki joins Fortnite just in time for his debut show on Disney+.

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Shazam 2: New Photo Shows Reunited DC Cast (With One New Member)

The cast of Shazam! reunited as filming for the sequel starts up production.

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Spoiler Review - Falcon and Winter Soldier: Will Season 1 Have a Lasting Legacy?

The Direct breaks down the highs and lows of the entirety of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier in it's latest spoiler-filled review.

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Sebastian Stan Teases Cliffhanger In Falcon and the Winter Soldier Episode 4

Sebastian Stan teases a cliffhanger ending for episode 4 of Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

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Marvel's Kevin Feige Addresses Fan Outrage For New Captain America

Kevin Feige comments on fan hate towards Wyatt Russell's new Captain America.

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Disney Releases New Images of Anthony Mackie's Captain America, Wyatt Russell's US Agent

Disney released 12 brand new official images from the finale of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

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Marvel's Avengers Reveals First Look at Endgame-Inspired Iron Man Outfit

Marvel's Avengers game unveils new Avengers: Endgame inspired Mark 85 suit for Iron Man.

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Marvel Reveals New MCU Blu-ray Collections For Thor, Guardians of the Galaxy, & More Franchises

Marvel Studios released new collectible Blu-ray movie bundles for the Infinity Saga.

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Marvel Reveals New Cover of Massive 'Marvel Cinematic Universe' Book Featuring Avengers Heroes

Marvel provides new details on the massive behind-the-scenes book about the first 10 years of Marvel Studios.

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Marvel Reveals New MCU Figure For Thor: Ragnarok's Surtur From Hasbro

Marvel reveals a brand-new Surtur Marvel Legends Series Figure from the Infinity Saga line.

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Doctor Strange 2: Elizabeth Olsen Still In 'Trauma Mode' For Scarlet Witch Performances

Elizabeth Olsen claims to still be in 'Trauma Mode' after playing Scarlet Witch for nearly two years straight.

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Superman Producer JJ Abrams Gets Candid About Pros & Cons of DC Franchise Work

Director J.J. Abrams commented on producing DC Films and whether he would direct any of them.

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Black Panther 2: Michael B. Jordan Would Return To Marvel Role Under These Conditions

Michael B. Jordan comments on what it would take for him to return to the role of Erik Killmonger.

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WandaVision: Original Role of Benedict Cumberbatch's Doctor Strange Revealed

Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige confirmed that Doctor Strange was considered for an appearance in WandaVision.

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James Gunn Plans For Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 To Be His Last Movie In Franchise

James Gunn commented on the possibility of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 4 on Twitter.

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Marvel's Ant-Man 3 Receives Official Release Date

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania received an official release date in a new sizzle reel posted by Marvel Studios.

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Chris Evans Cameo In Falcon and the Winter Soldier Was Discussed By Marvel

The showrunner for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier revealed that a Chris Evans cameo was discussed at Marvel Studios.

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Samuel L. Jackson's Secret Invasion: Actor Killian Scott In Talks For Marvel Disney+ Show

Marvel's Disney+ series Secret Invasion adds Killian Scott.

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Marvel Kept Chris Evans' Captain America Status a Secret From Falcon and Winter Soldier's Creator

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Creator was not given information on what happened to Chris Evans' Captain America by Marvel.

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DC Reveals First Official Look at The CW's Newest Superhero, Naomi

DC Comics reveals the first look at the upcoming CW show Naomi.

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HBO Max's Green Lantern Series Casts American Horror Story's Finn Wittrock In Leading Role

Warner Bros. has reportedly cast Finn Wittrock as Guy Gardner/Green Lantern in the upcoming HBO Max show.

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Dwayne Johnson's Black Adam: Aldis Hodge Shares Set Photo From First Day as Hawkman

Adlis Hodge posted a picture of his trailer on Instagram, showcasing Hawkman's first day on set of Black Adam.

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Star Wars Announces Next-Gen Release For Jedi: Fallen Order

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order will be receiving an upgrade for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.

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Michael B. Jordan Comments on Black Superman Casting Rumors

Michael B. Jordan commented on the rumors of him taking on the role of Superman in an upcoming reboot of the character.

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Falcon and the Winter Soldier's Deleted Subplot Might Be Told In Marvel Comics

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier showrunner Malcolm Spellman commented on a rumored deleted plotline from the Disney+ series.

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Margot Robbie Teases Harley Quinn Chaos In The Suicide Squad

Margot Robbie talked about playing her iconic DC character Harley Quinn under different directors.

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Why Anthony Mackie Is So Excited To Finally Be Captain America

Anthony Mackie talked to Stephen Colbert about his humbling experience being the new Captain America.

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Marvel's Eternals Has One of the Best Chances To Win 2022 Oscars, Claims UK Betting Company

Eternals is one of the top contenders for next years Oscars according to one betting website.

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