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Marvel Studios is set to release the superhero film “Deadpool Wolverine,” directed by Shawn Levy. In this movie, the main characters, played by Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, find themselves in a parallel universe filled with lesser-known superheroes and misfits from past films.

The film features a variety of cameos from characters that fans may recognize, including Chris Evans as the Human Torch, Wesley Snipes returning as Blade, and Jennifer Garner reprising her role as Elektra. Among these appearances, Channing Tatum makes a brief appearance as Gambit, a character from the “X-Men” franchise known for his ability to charge objects with kinetic energy.

Tatum’s cameo serves as a nod to a long-anticipated “Gambit” film that never materialized. Tatum has expressed interest in playing Gambit since 2009, and in 2014, plans for a standalone film were announced. However, the project faced numerous challenges and ultimately fell through after Disney acquired Fox and its properties.

Despite the setbacks, Tatum’s role in “Deadpool Wolverine” has reignited interest in the character. He is set to return as Gambit in the upcoming film “Avengers: Doomsday,” and he emphasizes his commitment to portraying the character authentically. Tatum believes that Gambit needs a serious moment to balance his fun-loving persona.

In an interview, Tatum shared that he was once prepared to co-direct the “Gambit” film and felt relieved that the project did not proceed as planned. He stated, “The universe just saved us. […] We would have failed so hard.” He acknowledges that Gambit was portrayed humorously in “Deadpool Wolverine” and assures fans that his upcoming appearance will be more serious and relatable.

Tatum aims to present Gambit in a way that allows him to step away from his “party boy” image when facing challenges. He explained, “I’m not going to go full Cajun. [The directors] want things to be funny, but they don’t want to go full ‘Deadpool.’ They want to keep the drama and keep it tight. When Gambit gets serious — when he drops the Mardi Gras mask — things do matter.” The specifics of Gambit’s role in “Doomsday” and how he will navigate his parallel universe remain undisclosed, with the film scheduled for release on December 18, 2026.

In the meantime, Tatum will appear in the biographical crime comedy “Roofman,” which is set to hit theaters on October 10, 2025.

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