Hot Take! But Channing Tatum's Gambit is bad

No hate to the actor. I liked seeing him in live action. But Gambit isn't like this. Gambit should be lean, has long hairs and most importantly the black eyes. If you read his origin, his eyes are very important for his character. It's like Bruce Wayne being an orphan. CT doesn't even look like Gambit. His accent and behavior is also sooo wrong. For me X-Men TAS's Gambit is the definitive version.

He was turned into a joke. And if you say it was cuz of D&W, I agree. But upon seeing him return as Gambit in Avengers Doomsday, I'm not glad about it. And I am very sure he will be the same Gambit that escapes void.

And if they make him more accurate look wise, that will be better. Again, no hate to the actor.

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DoomsdayThor2025-12-13 14:47

It was a bad movie he was in but taylor kitsch was way better

ASM_Nikunj2025-12-13 14:50

Nope Movie was no way bad

gcalvarez2025-12-13 14:48

I agree

ericbkillmonger2025-12-13 18:28

Same not really a bad take - no one was clamoring to see this version again

Captain_Waffle2025-12-13 14:48

I actually agree. I was surprised so many people said they liked his portrayal.

FTZulu2025-12-13 14:49

Because he used an actual creole accent and not a stereotypical one?

ssjskwash2025-12-13 14:50

Creole?

BluegrassGeek2025-12-13 14:55

[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creole\_language](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creole_language)

tl;dr A creole language is what happens when a pidgin (a mix of one full language and words from another) becomes so elaborate in a population that it becomes a language of its own.

In this specific case, it's referring to [Louisiana Creole](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louisiana_Creole), a blend of English and French.

ssjskwash2025-12-13 14:59

Cool. Gambit is Cajun

BluegrassGeek2025-12-13 15:03

Cajuns can speak Louisiana Creole.

ssjskwash2025-12-13 15:04

Im glad that you're doubling down but I know you know they're different things

BluegrassGeek2025-12-13 15:07

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ssjskwash2025-12-13 15:08

ssjskwash2025-12-13 15:10

Is he speaking with a Creole accent or a Cajun accent?

BluegrassGeek2025-12-13 15:20

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ssjskwash2025-12-13 15:21

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FatStoner2FitSober2025-12-13 14:56

The French who colonized the Caribbean and heavily migrated/settled in New Orleans - like the ‘Nah Lins’ way of saying New Orleans.

They have a very spific aksent that’s often not well done in Hollywood

ssjskwash2025-12-13 14:59

That's cool. Gambit is Cajun

ASM_Nikunj2025-12-13 14:50

Listen X-Men TAS's Gambit voice and then CT you'll get

FTZulu2025-12-13 14:51

Understand that they’re not the same Gambit and you’ll get it.

ThrillHouse8022025-12-13 14:54

A creole accent? Lol

seliselio2025-12-13 14:57

Creole?!? Where do you think Gambit is from? He's not a Caribbean queen, he's from Louisiana. Watch the princess and the frog for proper CAJUN accents.

Tripottanus2025-12-13 15:07

Cajun French, Cajun English and Louisiana Creole are the 3 most common languages spoken by Cajuns. Its not crazy that he has a creole accent...

UnusualFruitHammock2025-12-13 17:28

Okay but Cajun and Creole are different

Tripottanus2025-12-13 17:33

Indeed, one is an ethnic group while the other is a language

UnusualFruitHammock2025-12-13 17:47

Not really, do a Google search.

https://hnoc.org/publishing/first-draft/whats-difference-between-cajun-and-creole-or-there-one

Frosty_Appointment372025-12-16 09:50

"The name's Remy Labeau, le diable blanc. But you can call me the Gambit."
le diable blanc - the white devil, a nickname for Gambit.

"Ooh, you nasty, mon petit rouge. Laissez les bons temps rouler!"
Ooh, you're nasty, my little red one. Let the good times roll!

Gambit references Deadpool and then uses the Louisiana French Creole phrase that is a word-for-word French translation of "let the good times roll."

Thanks u/pravomoc2 for translations

Jennymagic2025-12-13 14:50

Tbf, it was a multiverse movie. They probably didn't want to put the full effort into the eyes quite yet, especially cause gambit is recognizable without them.

Also you could argue a ton of mcu characters don't fully look like how they should, but that's just it, they're the mcu versions of the characters. Not the comic versions.

SlowVillage21482025-12-15 10:11

Exactly this

Frosty_Appointment372025-12-16 09:49

Deadpool and Wolverine audience: why doesn't Gambit has his red eyes in debut?

X-Men Evolution fans: First time?

![gif](giphy|23kXzwqWsEvI7bLDO3)

aTreeThenMe2025-12-13 14:50

I thought that was part of the joke? Isn't it intentionally bad, like a spoof?

Humble-Film-79882025-12-13 14:51

Wahhh Wahhhh my interpretation of a comic book character isn't 100 percent accurate only 90 percent wahhh wahh

I get it if a huge major change like powers or something.
God we have it so privileged for comic book accuracy these day compared to the 90s to mid 2000s

seliselio2025-12-13 14:57

We were starving but now we have flavourless beef! Stop asking for spices!!!

Humble-Film-79882025-12-13 14:59

Yea and we add spices you're still gonna complain and ask for water?

ASM_Nikunj2025-12-13 14:59

I am angry by the fact we are getting this joke of Gambit in Doomsday

Humble-Film-79882025-12-13 15:02

I am not. It would be nice to see him again after Deadpool and Wolverine and learn more about him.

You also complain about a jokey Gambit in a comedy movie?

knitmeablanket2025-12-13 16:03

He's literally said they are stiffining him up in Doomsday and making his character much less slapstick and easing up on the accent.

Cookie-Dunker2025-12-13 16:40

Yes. I’m assuming he hasn’t read up on that.

WhiteNoiseLife2025-12-13 16:53

having channing tatum play gambit is like having nicholas cage play superman

KingSharkisaShark072025-12-13 22:33

So about that….

AFullCado2025-12-13 14:52

I agree, but I think it was done on purpose to make him more of a joke as many things were done in the movie.
Hopefully since it's not a Deadpool movie they'll make him more accurate.

KnightFall64072025-12-13 14:52

He is literally a joke character.....but now for some reason he is our Gambit in the MCU now....I hate it.

Realistic_Analyst_262025-12-13 15:00

He was a character that made his debut in a Deadpool movie. Ofc he will seem like a joke.

KnightFall64072025-12-13 15:04

Absolutely, my question is why is he now our Gambit in the MCU? Like, that is who they are going with. My hot take is that I want them to not use any actors from the fox movies. Start with a new set of actors and stop using nostalgia as a crutch.

Realistic_Analyst_262025-12-13 15:32

Wait you think the X-Men in Doomsday is gonna be our X-Men going forward? Lmao.

KnightFall64072025-12-13 16:02

I haven't heard anything to the contrary. Even so my point still stands they rely too much on nostalgia. It was fun in Deadpool as a joke but I'm honestly tired of all the multiverse crap.

KnightFall64072025-12-13 16:10

Also what is the point of introducing a brand new set of X-Men after Doomsday? Kinda makes me even less invested, like " Look guys! The X-Men are back! So cool! Welp they're done now. Here's a brand new set." Waste of time.

Realistic_Analyst_262025-12-13 16:40

Same reason Maguire and Garfield returned for No Way Home. It doesn’t invalidate Holland’s Spiderman. They aren’t new X-Men, it is the Fox X-Men returning with the addition of Tatum’s Gambit because there should have been one in the first place.

KnightFall64072025-12-13 16:53

Of course. It made money once so we might as well do it again and again and again. Let's add X-Men from 2 different timelines.....also the fantastic four.....from a totally different timeline, and Loki from.....some timeline, lets bring all three spidermen back as well. They can all fight Dr. Doom from yet another timeline where he looks just like Tony Stark, but not to worry maybe we can have a Tony Stark from yet another universe where he lived. It is exhausting and overblown. I miss when the MCU was straight forward and simple. This is the universe where our stories take place and that's that. The whole multiverse concept is a big part of what the MCU is a shadow of its former self. Maybe I'm wrong, maybe it will turn around.....thunderbolts was good and so was fantastic four so who knows but I won't hold my breath.

Realistic_Analyst_262025-12-13 17:19

It’s the multiverse saga after all. It is like complaining about the Infinity Stones being in several movies. Ironically, what you are complaining about is set up for these Avengers movies which many are complaining is something this saga lacked. There is simply no winning with yall.

KnightFall64072025-12-13 17:27

These movies make billions....I think they're winning no matter what I think. I just don't care about keeping up with it all, and I think the MCU now as a whole is objectively worse than pre endgame MCU. I've spent too much time arguing about this already so have a nice day

ericbkillmonger2025-12-13 18:26

Me 2 Feige is clueless no one clamored for this it was fun one off joke

LyonsKing12_2025-12-13 14:52

He also looks ridiculous

Humble-Film-79882025-12-13 15:00

And? Like I mean Gambit looks pretty silly to being with

LyonsKing12_2025-12-13 15:11

Some things dont have to be exactly the same in real life.

Humble-Film-79882025-12-13 15:14

Sure but the complaint used in the post that he didnt look enough like the comic book counterpart.

Gambits comic book accurate suit would always look goofy in live action but they decided to do as that's want the most fans would have wanted

LyonsKing12_2025-12-13 15:17

He just looked weird. The body type just looked weird in the suit.

Humble-Film-79882025-12-13 15:20

IDk I think it looks good. Goofy but good. I think regardless it would come off as goofy

LyonsKing12_2025-12-13 15:22

Too goofy for me.

It looked like a parody film.

ctgrell2025-12-13 15:40

Comicbook gambit has Doritos torso. No one has that bodytype.

Maclimes2025-12-13 14:53

I agree with much of this. He's too... thick? Not fat or anything, just bulky. Gambit should be lean, a thief and an acrobat. Tatum is a broader guy, plus that rubber costume and leather trenchcoat beef him out even more. And the cowl... god, I don't think ANYONE can look good in that stupid cowl. Even comic book Gambit looks stupid in the cowl.

I do appreciate the love and effort he put into it. And as a cajun myself, I can say that his accent felt pretty good, actually.

But everyone knows it was a stunt casting. Just like Krasinski as Reed. They can safely drop these little fan-services one-shot castings, knowing it doesn't actually affect anything. In fact, the stupid costume being TOO accurate to the comic works great, because it means they've already done it. When they get around to doing a "real" Gambit project, they can safely tone the outfit down a bit, knowing they've already satisfied the people who care about that.

Hugh-Jass242025-12-13 14:58

One shot casting? He was in DP&W and now he will be in Doomsday. 2 shot casting? He might be in Secret Wars as well

ASM_Nikunj2025-12-13 15:01

I also liked they way they translated the suit. So is the animated series accent not Cajun

Maclimes2025-12-13 17:16

Cajun is a range, just like any other accent. Neither are perfectly accurate, but both are close enough.

lqufeyson2025-12-13 14:55

Agreed! Wheres his eyes??

ctgrell2025-12-13 15:42

He had his eyes for a second at the end. We don't know this version of Gambit. We don't know why he had normal looking eyes for the most part he was on screen. Soon we may find out

Ranos1312025-12-13 14:55

His accent isn’t wrong, it’s just different than the one you like. And every single character in the movies has been different than in the comics in some way. That’s just how it works. You’re complaining over nothing that’s actually important.

No_Area_73762025-12-13 14:57

Liked him in Deadpool but he should not be gambit bro he looks like a joke

unhalfbricking2025-12-13 14:57

I loved his portrayal but I was not a huge Gambit fan before the movie. I found him to be kinda corny.

The way Tatum leaned in hard to the accent and the absurdity of the lines fit with my mental concept of the character.

His performance is great *because* it's goofy and extra. Gambit as a character is goofy and extra.

At least that's my take on it.

Humble-Film-79882025-12-13 15:10

Thank you! My thoughts exactly

VergilSparda172025-12-13 20:11

That’s bad The character Gambit is NOT goofy and extra

ckal092025-12-13 14:57

Bad take

travisth152025-12-13 14:58

Grass is green

Bloodysamflint2025-12-13 14:58

I'm neither a Channing Tatum nor Gambit fan, so his scenes were all pretty meh.

seliselio2025-12-13 14:58

Not a hot take at all. A totally valid one and I can't believe we have to see him pull this shit again.

HermanMunstered2025-12-13 14:58

This will sound rude but he’s too chubby looking imo. Gambit feels like a much thinner, leaner guy. Taylor Kitsch was the perfect frame. Channing Tatum might have been the right frame 20 years ago when Kitsch was doing it, but he’s not now. He looks like a burst pack of biscuits.

ASM_Nikunj2025-12-13 15:03

In the action scenes too you can see him feeling very stiff

HermanMunstered2025-12-13 15:07

Someone else here said this too, this whole thing of him showing up in this movie was meant to be a joke and it’s been carried on for no reason. Tatum showing up was like Krasinski as Mr Fantastic, people wanted to see it and then we saw it and anyone with taste said ok, that was fun but let’s be serious and moved on.

It’s only because the actor has been pushing so hard for years and years that he’s somehow now Gambit for good.

I hope they’re only keeping him around to have someone to body in Doomsday to be honest.

UnusualFruitHammock2025-12-13 17:40

Look pal, some of us are happy gambits in any movie at all.

[deleted]2025-12-13 17:46

I’m not ya pal, friend.

FewWatermelonlesson02025-12-13 15:03

It was fun as a one off gag but I really didn’t need him back in a bigger role.

ericbkillmonger2025-12-13 18:25

Yeah it's a really awful idea - it nice joke and fan service idea. Feige making questionable decisions lately

Piggy1451452025-12-13 19:31

Ehh maybe not to like hardcore fans but even all my friends who don’t like marvel or even the new movies always reference his quotes and loved his character.

ericbkillmonger2025-12-13 21:14

Not even hardcore fans are against it .

Also to be fair that's your group experience - no one online / fan / critics community was clamoring or asking for more of this gambit character afterwards. It was meant as a joke in a mostly standalone film . a few of you're friends liking it doesn't make it a popular or correct choice narratively

SlowVillage21482025-12-15 10:10

I’m excited to see more of him. I love him in the comics and I love his adaption for the movie even though they are not the same. It’s a fun character. I’m curious to see what’s done with him. 🤷🏻‍♂️

Bazonkawomp2025-12-15 14:50

Lots and lots of people wanted him to return. Things your subjective opinion and there is no correct here.

Emotional_Warthog6582025-12-22 20:47

I don’t think I could be called a
Hardcore fan and I just don’t buy him as gambit. Like At ALL
Which sucks, because I can tell he loves the character, he’s just not good at it

stonespiral2025-12-13 22:07

I mean, I'll certainly give it the chance but I would've been perfectly happy with it just being in the one film. That being said, Tatum is a fine performer and I think given the right material he can do a great job. We don't know exactly what they have planned just yet.

Frosty_Appointment372025-12-16 09:26

![gif](giphy|UEYJptdRmm68E)

Deadpool and Wolverine audience: why doesn't Gambit has his red eyes in debut?

X-Men Evolution fans: First time?

Frosty_Appointment372025-12-16 09:28

* Gambit was originally going to appear in [*X-Men: The Last Stand*](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/X-Men:_The_Last_Stand) and was going to be played by [Keanu Reeves](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keanu_Reeves), while Josh Holloway was being considered, James Franco, Gregory Helms and Channing Tatum auditioned. He was also supposed to be [Iceman](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/Iceman)'s rival and love interest for [Rogue](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/Rogue).
* [Channing Tatum](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Channing_Tatum) was cast in the role for a [solo film](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/List_of_undeveloped_films#Gambit), however it went through years of development Hell, delays, and various directors. With the Disney purchase of Fox, the film was cancelled. However, Channing would later get to be an [alternate universe Gambit](https://marvelcinematicuniverse.fandom.com/wiki/Gambit) in [*Deadpool & Wolverine*](https://marvelcinematicuniverse.fandom.com/wiki/Deadpool_%26_Wolverine).

Feige isn't Even Director

U are COMPARING A 5 Season ANIMATED TV SERIES + X-MEN 97 S1 to an R rated Live action Film

ITS UNFAIR ITS OUTRAGEOUS"

the only thing u can compare Tatum's Cajun Gambit to is The Gambit cameo in X-men Origins Wolverine

"The name's Remy Labeau, le diable blanc. But you can call me the Gambit."
le diable blanc - the white devil, a nickname for Gambit.

"Ooh, you nasty, mon petit rouge. Laissez les bons temps rouler!"
Ooh, you're nasty, my little red one. Let the good times roll!

Gambit references Deadpool and then uses the Louisiana French Creole phrase that is a word-for-word French translation of "let the good times roll."

Thanks u/pravomoc2 for translations

Nurozo2025-12-19 00:47

Fiege been making questionable decisions since 2020 dog they took iron hearts entire character of her being an iron man idolizer and made her shit on iron man he’s been so off lately it’s been killing me ironheart was meant to be a story about a girl who idolizes iron man but then also doesn’t wanna be an iron man copy and creates her own path with inspiration from Tony to make iron heart

Frosty_Appointment372025-12-16 09:47

* Gambit was originally going to appear in [*X-Men: The Last Stand*](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/X-Men:_The_Last_Stand) and was going to be played by [Keanu Reeves](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keanu_Reeves), while Josh Holloway was being considered, James Franco, Gregory Helms and Channing Tatum auditioned. He was also supposed to be [Iceman](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/Iceman)'s rival and love interest for [Rogue](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/Rogue).
* [Channing Tatum](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Channing_Tatum) was cast in the role for a [solo film](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/List_of_undeveloped_films#Gambit), however it went through years of development Hell, delays, and various directors. With the Disney purchase of Fox, the film was cancelled. However, Channing would later get to be an [alternate universe Gambit](https://marvelcinematicuniverse.fandom.com/wiki/Gambit) in [*Deadpool & Wolverine*](https://marvelcinematicuniverse.fandom.com/wiki/Deadpool_%26_Wolverine).

U are COMPARING A 5 Season ANIMATED TV SERIES + X-MEN 97 S1 to an R rated Live action Film

ITS UNFAIR ITS OUTRAGEOUS"

the only thing u can compare Tatum's Cajun Gambit to is The Gambit cameo in X-men Origins Wolverine

lostrandomdude2025-12-16 10:07

I actually preferred origins Gambit

Frosty_Appointment372025-12-16 13:13

F that Gambit

He can't even say Cajun & he is based on 1610 Gambit, who is still Cajun in comics despite being born in Loiusiana

"The name's Remy Labeau, le diable blanc. But you can call me the Gambit."
le diable blanc - the white devil, a nickname for Gambit.

"Ooh, you nasty, mon petit rouge. Laissez les bons temps rouler!"
Ooh, you're nasty, my little red one. Let the good times roll!

Gambit references Deadpool and then uses the Louisiana French Creole phrase that is a word-for-word French translation of "let the good times roll."

Thanks u/pravomoc2 for translations

Gambit 1610 & Rogue 1610:

[Gambit](https://marvel.fandom.com/wiki/Remy_LeBeau_(Earth-1610)) : *Listen, I...I ain't long for this world. How 'bout letting an old crook...steal one last* ***kiss.***

[Rogue](https://marvel.fandom.com/wiki/Marian_Carlyle_(Earth-1610)) : *Shut up with that! I won't let you leave me.*

[Gambit](https://marvel.fandom.com/wiki/Remy_LeBeau_(Earth-1610)) : *Marian...please....*

Fox F-cked Rogue x Gambit

Mind u, Anna Paquin is 43 & Channing Tatum is 45 as of 2025

* Gambit was originally going to appear in [*X-Men: The Last Stand*](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/X-Men:_The_Last_Stand) and was going to be played by [Keanu Reeves](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keanu_Reeves), while Josh Holloway was being considered, James Franco, Gregory Helms and Channing Tatum auditioned. He was also supposed to be [Iceman](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/Iceman)'s rival and love interest for [Rogue](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/Rogue).
* [Channing Tatum](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Channing_Tatum) was cast in the role for a [solo film](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/List_of_undeveloped_films#Gambit), however it went through years of development Hell, delays, and various directors. With the Disney purchase of Fox, the film was cancelled. However, Channing would later get to be an [alternate universe Gambit](https://marvelcinematicuniverse.fandom.com/wiki/Gambit) in [*Deadpool & Wolverine*](https://marvelcinematicuniverse.fandom.com/wiki/Deadpool_%26_Wolverine).

2dal3atcave2025-12-13 15:05

I swear, some of these takes🤦‍♀️. Yeah, that was the point, it was played for laughs because it was a Deadpool movie. They were spoofing the Multiverse with recognizable fancasts. The costume emphasized the absurdity. Obviously, when it's not a spoof, they'll have a more authentic version in Doomsday. Channing Tatum pretty much confirmed this.

ctgrell2025-12-13 15:37

Thank you. Somehow they always pick on Gambit only. Was Sabertooth not there only for the laughs? Johnny?! I think Gambit was handled well. Especially because this is obviously not any of the Gambits we have ever seen. We don't know this guy. We can only have an idea of his story. Just like the Wolverine we got here was also a new one we have never seen before.

Also I hate when people say his accent was bad. Of course it was stronger than it "should've been" but it was still a cajun accent. I have not heard from any cajuns complaining, actually the opposite. From all the Gambits I have ever heard he did the best job so far.

Now we can argue about his look. I get why they made him look like that. I understand it fits with how everyone else's outfits were changed. I think it's fine. He might get a new version that looks better. Who knows. For those couple of seconds he was on screen, it was alright. The coat though looked amazing, so did his gloves 👀 I also liked his boots and pants. I guess only the cawl and chestplate was the issue 🤷🏻 I wouldn't even argue about the hair because Gambit had so many hairstyles over the years. He could have whatever kind of hair till it's dark, it would be alright in my book

lastersoftheuniverse2025-12-13 15:10

I agree. He doesn’t feel like Gambit to me. And I’ll say it again, his head is too big/wide 😅

Medium_Leg_45002025-12-13 15:27

Hopefully they get better in the next showing but it came off as a joke to me in D&W I didn’t think we’d see him again…

Awartinger2025-12-13 15:43

I agree, I think it’s a funny portrayal, especially considering the history with Channing Tatum and the character, but… I think they made him a punchline when the character has never really been that.

NoelCanter2025-12-13 16:25

I guess this was a hotter take than I honestly expected. I didn’t love his Gambit, though I get it was played for laughs for the movie. Some people probably like the Deadpool schtick a bit more than me. We will see how he is when he’s toned down in Doomsday, but Tatum always seemed like an odd casting choice to me.

Objective_Painting702025-12-13 17:04

Channing's Gambit is awesome and will steal the show in Doomsday.

Loklokloka2025-12-13 17:50

this take isnt hot like half of people have it

ericbkillmonger2025-12-13 18:29

Prob more than half tbh . No expected him to come back in doomsday it's a lame joke character

Legitimate-Code47442025-12-13 18:10

""He was turned into a jo-""

![gif](giphy|J3jCaqOLN9VqfahkNX)

If I seeing this criticism, just ONE, MORE, TIME!......

**I** swear to God, people like you are the reason why the Marvel fans are seen as toxic, and don't even pull the "that's what criticism are for" fuckery, because I see right through it!

chayeulad2025-12-13 19:02

and ur the reason why mostly all character in mcu looks like shit cause giving critcism that they should look like their comic counterpart is a bad thing according to you.

Legitimate-Code47442025-12-13 19:09

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Legitimate-Code47442025-12-13 19:22

Then you're the prime example of why condoms exist.

Bazonkawomp2025-12-15 15:03

You think most characters in the MCU look like shit? Bad opinion lol

KRISP_2152025-12-13 22:09

The Russo brothers are going for a more serious version of Gambit (accent is toned down). Channing Tatum has lost weight for the Roofman movie, and carried over for his Gambit role. He actually hurt himself during his Dr. Doom fight scene. The stunt double had to fill in to finish the shoot. Hopefully, the Doomsday Gambit will be a lot more agile

Beginning-Pace-14262025-12-13 22:35

Yeah, I can agree, but I know he's really really wanted to do the character for years, and we really only saw him playing a joke version.

It's a little bit sad, because back when it was a thing, Channing Tatum was very slender and lean, he's gotten thicker as he aged, and while that look works great for him, his head just looked weird in the costume.

I'd like to see him get a real chance to be a real character.

ChaoticCaptain1772025-12-14 00:13

His gambit was confirmed to be less of a joke in doomsday. As for the accent I mean...it's a Cajun accent and that's what makes him Gambit

Competitive_Tap27532025-12-14 09:11

Yeah we do not need more of him

_Disrupt762025-12-14 13:13

He's just too buff for gambit. Gambit should be lean and acrobatic, and no shame to Channing Tatum, but he really doesn't have the right silhouette for it

slunksoma2025-12-15 10:45

Was played like an SNL sketch. So, not good.

Danke_Saurus2025-12-15 14:31

Was CT’s accent over the top? Yes. So I still think CT is one of the best portrayals of the Cajun accent? Also yes. Not to mention CT is from Louisiana and he absolutely nails an authentic accent.

Frosty_Appointment372025-12-16 09:26

Deadpool and Wolverine audience: why doesn't Gambit has his red eyes in debut?

X-Men Evolution fans: First time?

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Frosty_Appointment372025-12-16 09:27

Frosty_Appointment372025-12-16 09:47

* Gambit was originally going to appear in [*X-Men: The Last Stand*](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/X-Men:_The_Last_Stand) and was going to be played by [Keanu Reeves](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keanu_Reeves), while Josh Holloway was being considered, James Franco, Gregory Helms and Channing Tatum auditioned. He was also supposed to be [Iceman](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/Iceman)'s rival and love interest for [Rogue](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/Rogue).
* [Channing Tatum](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Channing_Tatum) was cast in the role for a [solo film](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/List_of_undeveloped_films#Gambit), however it went through years of development Hell, delays, and various directors. With the Disney purchase of Fox, the film was cancelled. However, Channing would later get to be an [alternate universe Gambit](https://marvelcinematicuniverse.fandom.com/wiki/Gambit) in [*Deadpool & Wolverine*](https://marvelcinematicuniverse.fandom.com/wiki/Deadpool_%26_Wolverine).

U are COMPARING A 5 Season ANIMATED TV SERIES + X-MEN 97 S1 to an R rated Live action Film

ITS UNFAIR ITS OUTRAGEOUS"

the only thing u can compare Tatum's Cajun Gambit to is The Gambit cameo in X-men Origins Wolverine

FragrantGearHead2025-12-16 19:38

In D&W, even other characters said “what the hell did he just say?”

Yes Gambit has a Louisiana Creole accent, but he doesn’t mumble his way through like Channing did.

Yakob_Katpanic2025-12-16 22:41

Why is this a hot take? Is that not the joke?

Frosty_Appointment372025-12-17 12:04

Lean?

Look at Sir Ian Mckellan & comics Magneto

Well, who would *you* have cast as [Magneto](https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Characters/MarvelComicsMagneto)?
A bodybuilder who never took acting classes
or **Sir** [**Ian McKellen**](https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Creator/IanMcKellen)?

EVERYONE INCLUDING GAMBIT IS BODYBUILDER IN COMICS

ITS F-CKING COMICS. Its easier to make someone bodybuilder in animation Than Live action

HAVE u ever looked at Channing Tatum 's body?

* Gambit was originally going to appear in [*X-Men: The Last Stand*](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/X-Men:_The_Last_Stand) and was going to be played by [Keanu Reeves](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keanu_Reeves), while Josh Holloway was being considered, James Franco, Gregory Helms and Channing Tatum auditioned. He was also supposed to be [Iceman](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/Iceman)'s rival and love interest for [Rogue](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/Rogue).
* According to Bryan Singer, the mutants Rachel Summers, [Psylocke](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/Psylocke), [Deadpool](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/Deadpool), [Nightcrawler](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/Nightcrawler), Gambit, and [Jubilee](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/Jubilee) were meant to appear in [*X-Men: Days of Future Past*](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/X-Men:_Days_of_Future_Past), but were cut out for running time purposes.
* [Channing Tatum](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Channing_Tatum) was cast in the role for a [solo film](https://xmenmovies.fandom.com/wiki/List_of_undeveloped_films#Gambit), however it went through years of development Hell, delays, and various directors. With the Disney purchase of Fox, the film was cancelled. However, Channing would later get to be an [alternate universe Gambit](https://marvelcinematicuniverse.fandom.com/wiki/Gambit) in [*Deadpool & Wolverine*](https://marvelcinematicuniverse.fandom.com/wiki/Deadpool_%26_Wolverine).

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ProfessionalRead27242025-12-17 17:34

>He was turned into a joke.

Well, yeah. That was the point. It was making 4th wall comedy about memes.