Channing Tatum will reprise his role as Gambit in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, joining a team of mutants who confront the film’s villain, Doctor Doom, portrayed by Robert Downey Jr. This marks Gambit’s official induction into the X-Men universe as part of the MCU’s expansive narrative. The movie is set to bring together Earth‘s Mightiest Heroes alongside these mutants in a highly anticipated clash.
The Scale and Impact of the Project
Despite having experience with superhero roles, Tatum expressed how overwhelming the Avengers: Doomsday project feels. He described the film’s scale as beyond what words could adequately capture, emphasizing its unprecedented size and impact. Tackling a story that features such a prominent antagonist intensifies the pressure as fans await Robert Downey Jr.’s return in a villainous role, a stark contrast to his previous time as Tony Stark.
“When I say a huge movie, it’s like an understatement. I don’t have a word big enough,”
Tatum told Variety.
“I’m not good enough with words to explain how big this movie will be. It’s going to blow people’s minds.”
—Channing Tatum, Actor
Filming Challenges and Character Details
Production has faced challenges, including Tatum’s recent injury, which forced his stunt double to step in for a significant fight scene against Doctor Doom. The actor has also revealed that while portraying Gambit, he plans to drop the traditional Mardi Gras mask and soften the Cajun accent to offer a fresh take on the character without going “full Cajun.”
Meanwhile, fellow X-Men star James Marsden has hinted at his character Cyclops returning in an unexpected manner, teasing ambiguity around his fate in the story.
Rumors and Relationships Within the MCU
Speculation has surrounded Ryan Reynolds’ possible involvement as Deadpool, but Tatum suggested Reynolds is likely too occupied with other projects to participate. Despite this, Tatum praised Reynolds for his role in helping bring Gambit to the screen.
“I think he’s busy enough. He’s got like 15,000 jobs.”
—Channing Tatum, Actor
“If his kids ever needed a kidney, I’d give it. He takes care of his people, and I’ll always be there for him.”
—Channing Tatum, Actor
What to Expect from Avengers: Doomsday
Scheduled for release on December 18, 2026, Avengers: Doomsday promises a vast convergence of heroes from various realities facing the MCU’s formidable new villain. With Tatum’s Gambit and other mutants joining the fray, the film aims to deliver a spectacle of unprecedented scale and significance within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Fans are encouraged to stay tuned for further announcements about this highly anticipated collaboration.
