Channing Tatum might get the chance to play Gambit in the MCU after all

Gambit’s redemption? The MCU’s perfect chance to bring Channing Tatum’s dream to life could be about to happen in Deadpool 3.

Remember when we all heard that Channing Tatum was on board for a Gambit movie? That was way back in 2014, and since then, his big-screen aspirations have been caught up in a seemingly never-ending development limbo.

Now, thanks to Disney’s acquisition of 20th Century Fox, the dream of a Gambit movie is ripe for resurrection within the grand canvas of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

The Tatum-Gambit Saga: A Story of Unfulfilled Dreams

Channing Tatum has been tethered to the Gambit project since its inception. It’s a role he’s been vocal about his passion for, echoing the sentiments of countless comic book fans who see him as the ideal Remy LeBeau. But despite the actor’s excitement and the enthusiastic response from fans, Gambit remained stalled due to multiple creative delays and directorial changes.

The project suffered a considerable blow in 2019 when Disney bought 20th Century Fox and put all pending projects on hold. In a recent Vanity Fair interview, Tatum expressed his disappointment, acknowledging that he had “spiritually, emotionally, kind of mentally let it go.” Yet, amidst this despair, a beacon of hope has emerged in the form of Marvel Studios, which has been gradually introducing mutants into the MCU fold.

A new rumor suggests that the actor will finally get the chance to play the role in a cameo appearance in the upcoming Deadpool 3 from Marvel Studios.

A New Dawn for Gambit in the MCU?

With new mutants like Ms. Marvel and Namor making their MCU appearances, it’s not a far-fetched dream to imagine Gambit finding his place in this expansive universe. A character with a background as a thief-turned-hero and kinetic energy powers is an enticing prospect. Tatum’s Gambit could not only bolster the mutant ranks but also add an intriguing dynamic to the MCU’s overall narrative.

If the Gambit cameo in Deadpool 3 does pan out, could we see Tatum return to play the role in the MCU after that? The character would certainly fit a Gambit project more akin to a rom-com/heist hybrid, drawing on the character’s known romantic entanglement with Rogue and his thieving prowess.

This genre blend seems right up Tatum’s alley and offers a new flavor to the superhero film trope, much like Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool brought a refreshing take with its irreverent humor.

Exploring New Pathways for Gambit

The cinematic debut of Gambit doesn’t necessarily have to come in the form of a standalone film. Given the success of MCU series on Disney+, there’s plenty of scope for Gambit to emerge as a spin-off series or as a feature connected to the upcoming X-Men films. This could offer a platform for Tatum’s portrayal of the character to shine, even if he starts as a supporting character.

Let’s face it, after nearly two decades of anticipation and unfulfilled promises, fans are itching to see Tatum’s Gambit come to life in any capacity. It’s high time for Marvel Studios to seize this opportunity and breathe life into a project that has been dormant for far too long. If we see him in Deadpool 3 in a single scene, then great, but how awesome would it be to see him feature more regularly.

In conclusion, while the journey of Channing Tatum’s Gambit has been a long and rocky one, the prospect of its redemption within the MCU landscape has never looked brighter. Marvel Studios, we implore you: don’t let this card-carrying Cajun thief be left in the shadows. Bring Tatum’s passion project to life and deal us in on a winning hand with Gambit.

Would you like to see Channing Tatum finally get to play the role of Gambit in Deadpool 3?