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Moon Knight Episode 2 Review, Captain America in Black Panther 2?, Best MCU Moments Draft Apr 06, 2022

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The Marvel Cinematic Universe is steering the ship on this episode of The Direct Podcast.We kick things off with major updates from the MCU. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness has released FIVE new posters, a new TV spot, and tickets have gone on sale! Did Anthony Mackie let it slip that he's going to be in Black Panther 2? Where is that dang Thor: Love and Thunder trailer?From there, we bring back Box Office Correspondent David Thompson to break down Morbius's receipt. Did the Livin...

Morbius Review, Obi-Wan Kenobi Changes Premiere Date, The Ezra Miller Situation Apr 01, 2022

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Double The Direct Podcast for ya this week.Today's episode is a laid back edition catching up on the back half of this week's news, including the major shift from Star Wars' Obi-Wan Kenobi and updates surrounding the Ezra Miller situation.That said, this episode is captained by Jared Leto's Morbius, for better or worse. We give our unfiltered thoughts on the latest installment in the Sony Cinematic Universe.Thank you all so much for rocking with us. Be a friend, tell a friend!Visit The Direct...

Moon Knight Ep1 Review, Oscars Reaction, Ryan Coogler's Ironheart Mar 30, 2022

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Marvel Wednesdays are back! The newest era of the Marvel Cinematic Universe has begun with the release of Moon Knight Episode 1 on Disney+. This begins a run of Marvel content for 2022 that will keep friends and family of The Direct Podcast more than full for the foreseeable future. We break down everything you need to know about the newest addition to the MCU catalog. Episode 1 introduced a brand new MCU title character for the first time on a streaming service and the table is set...

Marvel Studios' Nova, The Batman's Deleted Joker Scene, Most Anticipated MCU Things of 2022 Mar 25, 2022

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Just when we start figuring out the answers, the news cycle changes the questions.This week's episode of The Direct Podcast is headlined by TWO pieces of breaking news from the worlds of Marvel and DC. We have confirmation that a 'Nova' project is in the works! The Batman's deleted Joker scene with Barry Keoghan has been released! We deep dive into both stories and what they mean for MCU Cosmic and The Batman's sequel, respectively.We also have plenty of lighter sizzle reel topics including L...

Moon Knight Primer Mar 23, 2022

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The Marvel Cinematic Universe makes its return in just one week with the release of Moon Knight on Disney+! But who is Marc Spector, what is his greater purpose, and where does this series fit into the MCU as a whole?We break down everything you need to know going into Moon Knight by walking through the characters, the show's production history, and our big predictions for the series as a whole. Plus, we answer YOUR QUESTIONS in a mailbag segment to close the show!Thank you all for rocking wi...

Ms. Marvel Trailer Breakdown, Deadpool 3 Hires Director, Ben Affleck's Batman Movie Pitch (w/ Richard Nebens) Mar 18, 2022

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The news just keeps on coming! This week's edition of The Direct Podcast is packed with updates from the universes you love. Ms. Marvel dropped its first official trailer! Deadpool 3 has its director! Sydney Sweeney has been cast in a Marvel movie! Spider-Man: No Way Home is on digital! The Marvel Netflix shows have joined Disney+! All that top news from the red brand plus big developments in the worlds of DC and the galaxy far, far away.From there, Capes and Tights returns as your resid...

Obi-Wan Kenobi Trailer, DC Delays Four Movies, Marvel Studios' 2022 Disney+ Schedule Mar 11, 2022

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The segments are coming in hot on this week's The Direct Podcast.The busiest entertainment news day of the year has come and gone, leaving us with massive updates from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the worlds of DC, and the galaxy far, far away. We have an Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer! Marvel Studios has updated their 2022 Disney+ schedule! HBO Max has ordered the Colin Farrell-led Penguin series!Outside of the top news, we bring on box office correspondent David Thompson to walk us through The Ba...

The Batman Review (Spoilers!) Mar 04, 2022

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Once upon a time when The Direct Podcast was just an idea, Liam and Matt recorded an unaired practice episode covering DC FanDome 2020, and spent half that runtime talking about The Batman trailer.18 months and over one hundred episodes of The Direct Podcast later, the film that arguably started it all is here.But was it any good?Listen in to our in-depth *SPOILER FILLED* review of Matt Reeves's The Batman as we navigate the murky waters of Gotham City. Visit The Direct: https://thedirec...

Future of Marvel's TV-MA Content, Final Morbius Trailer, Best MCU Behind-The-Scenes Talent Draft Mar 02, 2022

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It may be The Batman week, but we're showing love to all three branches on this weekly episode of The Direct Podcast.We kick things off with your top news, dominated by that snowballing Marvel Netflix story. What does this mean for the future of TV-MA in the MCU? We discuss the immediate implications and get into a discourse about its long-term impact.Beyond that, we highlight Marvel President Kevin Feige's major praise for Benedict Cumberbatch, the final Morbius trailer, and a potential DCEU...

The Batman Primer (w/ Barstool’s Robbie Fox) Feb 27, 2022

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The new era of The Caped Crusader is here and the week of The Batman has arrived. Everything you need to know heading into Matt Reeves' new Batman film, releasing in theaters on March 4. What do we expect out of a classic cast of characters? What are we looking for in this new and improved Gotham City? And we answer YOUR questions with Barstool’s Robbie Fox. Finally, we predict the post-credit scenes for the future of this new Batman franchise.

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