Ryan Reynolds Says Marvel Is 'Obsessed' With Channing Tatum's Gambit

Fans Have Been Clamoring For A Gambit Movie For Years

Ryan Reynolds has revealed that Marvel is "obsessed" with Channing Tatum's Gambit. The Deadpool star made the comments during an interview with Variety, in which he discussed the future of the X-Men franchise now that Disney has acquired Fox.

Tatum Has Been Attached To The Role Since 2014

Tatum has been attached to the role of Gambit since 2014, when he was cast in a standalone film that was set to be directed by Doug Liman. However, the project was eventually scrapped, and Gambit has yet to make his debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

Reynolds Says Marvel Is 'Very High' On Tatum

Reynolds, who is close friends with Tatum, said that Marvel is "very high" on the actor and that they are "very excited" to see him play Gambit. He also hinted that a Gambit movie could be in the works, saying that Marvel is "definitely talking about it."

Gambit Is A Popular X-Men Character

Gambit is a popular X-Men character who is known for his charming personality and his ability to manipulate kinetic energy. He is also a skilled thief and a master of hand-to-hand combat.

Fans Are Excited About The Prospect Of A Gambit Movie

Fans have been clamoring for a Gambit movie for years, and Reynolds' comments have only increased the anticipation. Tatum is a popular and talented actor, and he would be perfect for the role. A Gambit movie would also be a great way to introduce the character to the MCU.

It Is Unclear When A Gambit Movie Will Be Released

It is unclear when a Gambit movie will be released, but it is likely that Marvel will make an announcement soon. The MCU is currently in a state of flux, with several new projects in development. A Gambit movie could be one of the next films to be released.

In the meantime, fans can enjoy Tatum in his other upcoming projects, which include the action-comedy "The Lost City" and the drama "Dog."