Channing Tatum has finally addressed the swirling rumors about his involvement in the upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday. He remains coy about whether he will reprise his role as Gambit or play a different character altogether. Tatum spoke about his involvement at CinemaCon.
He made it clear that while he is confirmed to be a part of the cast, no specific character names have been announced. “Personally, all I was guaranteed was a chair. They said that I have a chair, and I can at least watch the movie from the chair,” Tatum joked.
“It was just my name, it wasn’t exactly Gambit.”
Fans are speculating that Tatum will indeed reprise his role as Gambit. His portrayal of the character in Deadpool & Wolverine was well-received. A scrapped post-credits scene for Deadpool & Wolverine teased Gambit’s future adventures.
This indicates that Marvel has long-term plans for the character. Speculation about the cast of Avengers: Doomsday suggests that many actors from the original X-Men film series will return.
Involvement confirmation at CinemaCon
Reports indicate that James Marsden’s Cyclops, Kelsey Grammer’s Beast, and possibly Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine and Famke Janssen’s Jean Grey, among others, may appear in the film. This has led fans to hope that the iconic Gambit and Rogue romance might finally play out on the big screen. Despite Tatum’s teasing comments, mystery still surrounds many aspects of Avengers: Doomsday.
There’s no word yet on whether Tom Holland will reprise his role as Spider-Man. The film has a release date set for May 1, 2026. Marvel Studios is keeping fans eagerly anticipating any further announcements.
At CinemaCon, the head of Marvel Studios revealed that Avengers: Doomsday would indeed feature characters from the X-Men universe. This adds fuel to the speculation. As more details emerge, fans are keen to see how these beloved characters will integrate into the MCU’s evolving storyline.
The anticipation for Avengers: Doomsday continues to build. While Channing Tatum remains tight-lipped about his exact role, the prospect of seeing Gambit alongside other iconic X-Men characters has fans buzzing. Whether the rumors are strategic misdirections or genuine reveals, one thing is clear: Avengers: Doomsday is shaping up to be a monumental event in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
