Author Details
Kevin Erdmann is one of Screen Rant's senior staff writers. With a major in Cinema Studies and a minor in Comics and Cartoon Studies from the UofO, Kevin is pretty sure he's writing for the right site. While Kevin is a huge Marvel fan, he also loves Batman because he's Batman and is a firm believer that Han shot first. Kevin lives in Oregon with his wonderful wife and sinister cat who is no doubt currently plotting his demise.
Industry Focus
Kevin has worked in a few roles with Screen Rant such as with the Comics section, though he's currently a senior writer for both the Star Wars and Superheroes Beats, covering everything MCU, DCU, and the Galaxy Far, Far Away. Having strong foundations in Comic Book lore, Star Wars canon, and Legends, Kevin thrives on creating helpful explainers as well as fun speculation pieces about the future.
Favorite Media
Kevin's favorite shows and movies in no particular order:
The Skywalker Saga, Andor, Mandalorian, The Clone Wars, Moon Knight, Avengers: Endgame, Infinity War, Winter Soldier, Civil War, MCU Spider-Man Trilogy, Into The Spider-Verse, Indiana Jones, Logan, Guardians of the Galaxy Trilogy, Loki, Black Panther, The Suicide Squad, Man of Steel, Zack Snyder's Justice League...and any and all Batman movies (but Reeves' The Batman was particularly awesome).
Latest Articles
Jake Gyllenhaal Becoming The DCU’s New Batman Would Vindicate Him After A 19-Year-Old Missed Opportunity
Jake Gyllenhaal's name continues to be thrown out by fans to play the DCU's new Batman, a role that would vindicate him after 19 years.
Cable's New X-Men Origin Answers A 31 Year Old Cyclops Mystery
Nathan Summers' Cable gets a new origin in Marvel Studios' X-Men '97 which helps answer a key Cyclops mystery from the original animated series.
Star Wars Visions' Ronin vs Darth Maul Battle Is On a Mission to Blow Your Mind
Marvel Comics' new Star Wars Visions one-shot reveals the origins of the Sith Ronin's straw-hat droid and an epic nod to Darth Maul himself.
Asajj Ventress' Return Explained: Resurrection, Yellow Lightsaber, & Star Wars Future
Asajj Ventress makes her exciting return to Star Wars in The Bad Batch season 3, having cheated death with some exciting teases for the future.
Halo Might've Just Set Up The Spartan-IV Program For Season 3
Halo season 2's finale might have set up the origins of the Spartan-IV program for a potential Halo season 3, involving both Soren and Col. Ackerson.
One Fallen Jedi Told Yoda About The Sith 200 Years Before The Phantom Menace - & He Didn't Notice
The survival of the Sith Lords was hinted at during the High Republic Era long before The Phantom Menace, though Yoda didn't seem to notice.
"Who Do You Want Me To Kill?"- Star Wars Sets Up An Epic Bounty Hunter Rivalry
Star Wars is setting up a key bounty hunter rivalry just before the events of the prequels, one that will set up a key origin during the Clone Wars.
Parangosky's Fate Sets Up A Halo Season 3 Twist That Changes A Game Plot
Admiral Parangosky's fate in Halo season 2's finale may set a super dark twist that would alter a key plot point from the first game in the franchise.
Darth Vader's Final Plan to Beat Palpatine Is a Tribute to Anakin Skywalker
Darth Vader is amassing power for a major strike against his master before Return of the Jedi, and one element is a key Anakin Skywalker tribute.
Why Mary Marvel Was Recast For Shazam: Fury Of The Gods
While Shazam! Fury of the Gods mostly features the original's cast of heroes, Mary Marvel's Super Form was recast (but it actually fits the comics).
The X-Men Have Been On The TVA's Radar For 10 Years According To Deadpool & Wolverine Theory
While Deadpool is likely in trouble with the TVA due to his time-travel hijinks, he's likely not the only mutant on their radar for the same crime.
The Top 10 Acolyte Theories That Would Completely Transform The Skywalker Saga
The Acolyte will lay the foundations of the Star Wars prequels, and there are several theories on how it will likely transform the Skywalker saga.
Star Wars: 20 Chilling Quotes About The Dark Side
The core of the Star Wars saga has always been the struggle between the Light Side of the Force and the Dark Side — and the latter can be chilling.
What Happens To Miranda Keyes In Halo After The Season 2 Finale
Miranda Keyes has been given a very intriguing cliffhanger at the end of Halo season 2 with key differences compared to the original games.
Darth Maul's Dark Side Foe is Pure Nightmare Fuel in New Star Wars Series
Darth Maul's upcoming Star Wars series will debut some pure dark side nightmare fuel with a monster that will likely test the Sith like never before.
Star Wars: The Bad Batch Sets Up Asajj Ventress' Return As A Hero
Star Wars is setting up Asajj Ventress' return in the Bad Batch season 3, though it's very likely that she be depicted as more of a hero.
The Origin & History Of The Halo Rings Explained
The titular rings from the Halo franchise are highly coveted by humanity and the alien Covenant, but where did they come from and what can they do?
The Winter Soldier Complete MCU Timeline: Bucky's Story Explained
The Winter Soldier, Bucky Barnes, is a major MCU character. Winter Soldier will next be in the MCU's Thunderbolts - here's Bucky's timeline so far.
All 15 Marvel Easter Eggs & References In X-Men '97 Episode 1 & 2
X-Men '97's premiere is here with the first two episodes, featuring a collection of exciting Easter eggs to the comics and original animated series.
Why A DCU Teen Titans Movie Beating Justice League's Reboot Is Secretly Very Smart
A live-action Teen Titans movie coming before a Justice League feature in the rebooted DC Universe is secretly genius in more ways than one.