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 Stories
John Krasinski Reveals His March Madness Bracket With an IF Twist
The marketing for IF is taking a unique approach for March Madness.
The Ones Who Live Season 2 Gets Hopeful Update from Creator
Rick Grimes and Michone Hawthorne's latest adventure may not be as limited as initially believed.
Marvel Confirms What We All Suspected About MCU Tony Stark's Connection to Ironheart
Riri Williams may not know Tony Stark personally, but he definitely has an influence on her extracurricular activities.
Late Night With the Devil Plot Explained: The True Meaning of the Movie
Be careful what you wish for, because it might just end up involving a demon from hell.
Halo Season 2 Episode 8 Explained: The Meaning of the Story & Ending
Who are the flood, and what exactly was Master Chief talking to in the Season 2 finale of Halo?
X-Men '97 Episode List on Disney+ (Confirmed)
Here are all the confirmed episodes of the X-Men's latest series, including a historic three-parter.
Alien Romulus: First Plot Details Get Officially Revealed by Studio
Looks like the franchise is set to get cozy in a derilict space station.
Will The Lego Movie 3 Happen? Franchise Director Responds (Exclusive)
Will audiences get another inventivestory focused on everyone's favorite building-blocks?
Invincible Producer Teases Omni-Man's Upcoming Redemption Arc (Exclusive)
Can audiences forgive and forget what Nolan Grayson did on Earth?
Why Is Godzilla Pink In New 2024 Movie?
Godzilla is sporting a vibrant, loud new design in his next upcoming appearance.
Fallout: New Details on Ella Purnell's Lucy Revealed by Actress
Ella Purnell shared some new information about her vault dweller in Amazon Studios' upcoming Fallout adaptation.
Arthur the King Director Talks the 'True Story' & Working With Mark Wahlberg
Director Simon Cellan Jones talked about working with mankind's best friend.
Dream Scenario Plot Explained: The True Meaning of the Movie
Is there any deeper meaning to society collectively dreaming about a mundane Nicolas Cage?
Kung Fu Panda 5 Gets Hopeful Update from Franchise Director (Exclusive)
Will the story of Jack Black's Kung Fu Panda franchise continue beyond its fourth film?
Snack Shack: How the Movie Takes a Nostalgic Trip to the '90s, Explained by Director (Exclusive)
What is more '90s than taking over a Snack Shack at the local pool?
Unthinkable Movie Ending Explained
Did law enforcement manage to find all of the nuclear bombs before they detonated?
Invincible Season 2 Part 2 Release Date Delay Explained by Producer (Exclusive)
Invincible showrunner Simon Racioppa explained the big Season 2 delay.
Avatar Netflix Season 2: Dallas Liu Reveals His Big Hopes for Upcoming Episodes (Exclusive)
Dallas Liu has a couple things he wants to see in a hypothetical Season 2 and beyond.
Kung Fu Panda 4: Why the Furious Five Are Missing, Explained by Director (Exclusive)
There is a specific reason why the Furious Five was absent from the latest Kung Fu Panda movie.
Avatar Star Dallas Liu Explains Zuko & Katara's Rivalry In Live-Action Show (Exclusive)
While Zuko might have some tunnel vision for the Avatar, that doesn't keep him from forming a budding rivalry with Katara.
Is The Strangers a True Story? What's Real vs. Fake from Inspired Events
"Based on a true story" might not be accurate for the new 2024 The Strangers movie.
The Boys Season 4 Announces Its 15 Main Actors
The Boys Season 4 will feature all these characters when the show starts airing.
Kung Fu Panda 4: Mr. Beast's Special Cameo Explained
Mr. Beast is in Kung Fu Panda 4, but don't be surprised if you missed him.
Damsel Movie's Alternate Ending Revealed by Netflix Star (Exclusive)
Things could have looked very different at the end of Netflix's Damsel movie.
Kung Fu Panda 4 Cast, Characters & Voice Actors (Photos)
Jack Black's Kung Fu Panda is back for his fourth theatrical journey.
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew's Release Gets Promising Update from Star (Exclusive)
This is when at least one star of Skeleton Crew thinks the world will see the show.
Halo Season 2 Episode 7 Release Date & Remaining Schedule
Halo Season 2 is just two weeks away from being complete.
Is the Fred Series on Max Real or Fake? Rob Zombie 2024 Show Speculation Explained
Some people are speculating that Rob Zombie is making a Freddy Krueger show—but why?
Shogun Stars Anna Sawai & Cosmo Jarvis Talk On-Screen Relationship & Favorite Moments (Exclusive)
The chemistry between Anna Sawai and Cosmo Jarvis is palpable in FX's Shogun.
Avatar 2025 Movie: Last Airbender Release, Cast & Everything We Know About Adult Aang Film
The original Team Avatar will be featured in a movie releasing next year!
Is a New Exorcist Movie Happening? Producer Shares Promising Update (Exclusive)
The Exorcist: Deceiver might have been taken off the schedule, but rest assured, it's still happening.
Avatar: Zuko’s Live-Action Vs. Animation Changes Explained by Star (Exclusive)
Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender is fairly accurate compared to the animated series, but there are changes, too.
Shogun Episode 3 Release Date & Remaining Schedule on FX & Hulu
Here's when fans can expect to watch every installment of FX's Shogun.
Imaginary Filmmakers Reveal Similar Horror Movies & Inspirations (Exclusive)
On the red carpet for Imaginary, the stars and filmmakers of the new horror film talked about Chauncey's big debut.
The Boys Season 4 Release Date Schedule of Episodes (Confirmed)
Fans can finally see what's next for Homelander and Butcher in just a few short months.
MCU: Scarlet Scarab's Costume Almost Looked WAY Different (Photos)
The costume for May Calamawy's Layla El-Faouly could have been drastically different.
Avatar: Moon Spirit's Live-Action Vs. Animation Key Difference Explained
No, fans are not forgetting something—but the new Netflix show, on the other hand, did.
Avatar Netflix DP Reveals Why Firebenders Were So Hard to Bring to Life (Exclusive)
It turns out that fire was the hardest element to pull off in the latest live-action adaptation.
Who Is Carra Patterson? 5 Things to Know About Elsbeth's Kaya Blanke Actress
Audiences getting ready to dive into Elsbeth might want to learn a little about the show's lead actress.
Avatar: The Last Airbender Live-Action CGI Vs. Practical Effects Revealed by DP (Exclusive)
The director of photography for Avatar: The Last Airbender spoke about how the production balanced VFX and practical effects.