Ryan Reynolds Teases Channing Tatum's Gambit Return in Record-Breaking 'Deadpool & Wolverine'
August 28, 2024Channing Tatum has long desired to portray Gambit, and his recent appearance hints that the character may not be finished in the cinematic universe despite earlier assumptions of his demise.
Reynolds hinted that Tatum's Gambit might still be alive, suggesting undisclosed developments for the character.
In the film, Gambit is depicted encountering an inter-dimensional portal after the final battle, which implies his potential return to the multiverse.
The film has achieved remarkable success, breaking box office records to become the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time, with earnings exceeding $1.086 billion.
Tatum expressed gratitude to Reynolds for supporting his role as Gambit, calling the film a 'masterpiece' and celebrating the opportunity to finally portray the character.
Reynolds has been vocal about wanting Wesley Snipes' Blade to play a significant role in future films, especially following Snipes' cameo in 'Deadpool & Wolverine'.
Snipes' cameo thrilled fans and humorously referenced the MCU's reboot attempts with Mahershala Ali, further solidifying Blade's legacy in the Marvel universe.
Ryan Reynolds recently tweeted a high-quality clip from 'Deadpool & Wolverine' featuring Gambit, played by Channing Tatum, igniting speculation about the character's future in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
This buzz around Gambit suggests potential future projects for the character, although no official confirmations have been made yet.
As Marvel reassesses its strategy after a tumultuous period, simply adding Snipes may not resolve ongoing issues with the Blade project.
Although McElhenney filmed scenes as a Time Variance Authority soldier, they were ultimately cut from the final version of the film, though Reynolds hopes they will be included in digital extras.
The production faced high expectations, adding stress for Reynolds, who expressed a sense of calm when co-star Rob McElhenney was present.
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GameSpot • Aug 27, 2024
Deadpool And Wolverine Deleted Scene Reveals Gambit's FateVariety • Aug 21, 2024
Ryan Reynolds Praises Wesley Snipes' Blade in 'Deadpool and Wolverine'Variety • Aug 23, 2024
Why Ryan Reynolds Cut Rob McElhenney's Cameo in 'Deadpool and Wolverine'Variety • Aug 23, 2024
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