
Location
Sunderland, United Kingdom
School
Teesside University
Expertise
Marvel Cinematic Universe, Star Wars, British Film And Television
- Nathan previously worked as an editor where he was responsible for coordinating a team of more than 20 writers and managing hundreds of articles and pitches every month.
- He has seen extended editions of The Lord of the Rings more times than he can remember and is a massive fan of everything fantasy and sci-fi.
- Nathan has interviewed some of the biggest independent game developers, including Alx Preston of Heart Machine, the developer behind the critically acclaimed Hyper Light Drifter, and Cuphead's co-director Chad Moldenhauer.
Experience
Having worked as a full-time freelance writer since 2012, Nathan has contributed thousands of articles to a wide array of outlets about movies, video games, and television shows. These include The Independent, Ranker, and Screen Rant among more specialist sites such as Cultured Vultures and Pop Geeks. Over the last 10 years, he has written everything from news posts and reviews to guides and features, putting his knowledge of the world of entertainment to good use. At Static Media, he has provided content to Looper, SVG, and SlashGear since 2021.
Education
Nathan has a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Teesside University.
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Stories By Nathan P. Gibson
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Characters That Were Cut From The Dune Franchise
Denis Villeneuve's "Dune" and "Dune: Part Two" feature stacked all-star casts, but some characters from the source material are still cut from the films.
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Dune Scenes That Were Left On The Cutting Room Floor
Denis Villeneuve's "Dune: Part One" runs for 155 minutes, and it was almost even longer than that. Here are some scenes that didn't make the final cut.
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PG-13 Movies That Feature Nude Scenes
Even though films rated PG-13 are supposed to be more or less okay for kids to view, some of them have snuck some rather explicit nudity by the ratings board.
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Gossip Girl's Blake Lively: From Serena Van Der Woodsen To Motherhood
Since her breakout role on "Gossip Girl," Blake Lively has pursued a film career, a family life, and other passions in a fashion all her own.
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Movie Trilogies That Don't Have A Single Good Film
It's hard enough for a film trilogy to feature three perfect or even passable entries, but these trilogies don't even contain a single good film.
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16 Actors Who Enjoyed Shooting Nude Scenes
Nude scenes can be uncomfortable or embarrassing for many actors, but others find them fun, enjoyable, and even liberating.
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20 Things I Learned After Rewatching The Hunger Games Series
Rewatching "The Hunger Games" movies over a decade after their initial release will leave you with several realizations - for better or worse.
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What The Geico Caveman Looks Like In Real Life
The Geico caveman was the face of the insurance company's advertising campaign across two decades. But what do they look like in real life?
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Whatever Happened To Squints From The Sandlot?
Squints was one of the most popular characters from the film "The Sandlot," but actor Chauncey Leopardi never quite turned that into a major Hollywood career.
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Bloopers That Make Us Love Ryan Gosling Even More
Ryan Gosling may be a consummate professional as an actor, but he's not immune to the same endearing bloopers and mistakes on set as anyone else.
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The Biggest Plot Holes In The Hunger Games Franchise
Across all the movies, there are plenty of things that just don't make sense in "The Hunger Games" franchise. We take a look at some of the biggest plot holes.
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Whatever Happened To Billy From Gremlins?
The "Gremlins" films are remembered for their intoxicating mix of horror and comedy, but whatever happened to the guy who played protagonist Billy Peltzer?
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R-Rated DC Comic Book Scenes We'll Never See On Screen
If you think the Snyderverse is too dark, wait until you get a load of some of the most controversial moments in DC Comics history.
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Whatever Happened To Sarah Rafferty After Suits?
Sarah Rafferty made a huge impression on "Suits," but you may not know what she's been doing since the popular legal drama went off the air.
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The Tragic True Story Of Mayim Bialik
Mayim Bialik is known for making people laugh with her sitcom characters, but she's had to endure a lot of hardship away from the cameras over the years.
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15 Movie Villains That Are Never Shown On Screen
Villains can make or break a movie, but sometimes the bad guys don't even appear on screen. Here are some film antagonists who remain hidden in the shadows.
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Pete Davidson's Tragic True Life Story
The tumultuous and tragic real life of Pete Davidson has been covered in "The King of Staten Island" and Peacock's "Bupkis," but here's the full, true story.
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Actors Who Passed Out While Filming TV Shows
While TV acting may seem simple, injuries can be a major issue on set. From Jeri Ryan to Aaron Paul, here are some actors who passed out while filming.
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NeverEnding Story Reboot - Will It Ever Happen?
"The NeverEnding Story" is a cult classic from the 1980s that Hollywood has reportedly been trying to remake for some time, but will a reboot ever happen?
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The Biggest Mistakes The Star Wars Franchise Ever Made
"Star Wars" fans are notoriously difficult to please, but some complaints stand out as notorious missteps just about anyone can agree represent huge mistakes.
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Why The Cast Of Gen V Looks So Familiar
The stars of Prime Video's "The Boys" spin-off "Gen V" may not be household names, but that's only because they're young. Here's where you've seen them before.
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R-Rated MCU Scenes Fans Will Never Get To See
While the Marvel Cinematic Universe has always been a family-friendly franchise, these deleted or abandoned scenes might have pushed it into R-rated territory.
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Why Keanu Reeves Was Never The Same After The Matrix
Keanu Reeves experienced a breakthrough when "The Matrix" premiered. Here's how the actor's life changed following the film's release.
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The Untold Truth Of The Late Michael Gambon
As we process the news of Michael Gambon's passing, we pay tribute to an actor who was so much more than just Albus Dumbledore in "Harry Potter."
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One Piece Actors You May Not Know Passed Away
Hundreds of voice actors have contributed to the long-running anime "One Piece" over the years. Sadly, not all of them are still with us today.
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What The Saved By The Bell Cast Looks Like Today
Saved by the Bell remains a beloved sitcom. Here's what its stars -- including Elizabeth Berkeley, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, and Tiffani Thiessen -- look like today.
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Barbie 2 - Will It Ever Happen?
“Barbie” took the box office by storm in July 2023, making “Barbie 2” seem inevitable. However, a sequel hasn't been greenlit yet. Will "Barbie 2" ever happen?