Channing is Gambit, Nuff Said

There’s a lot of speculation surround Channing Tatum and his acting abilities. Some say he’s the best thing to happen to acting since Brando. Others say he’s alright but he’s no RDJ (there can only be one, after all). Don’t forget the haters that would rather rip their own throats out over watching a movie that he’s in. But no matter which direction you swing, you have to admit, his success has been incredible.

So incredible that he’s managed to land a role as Gambit in the next X-Men flick. Before everyone freaks out and gives their two cents, let’s remember the last Gambit. He wasn’t bad, but Gambit isn’t from Texas. He’s also a bit of a decent sized guy - not exactly small but not Colossus. Now, the apprehension comes with Channing’s ability to put the moves on the smooth talking New Orleans bad boy.

Let’s recap. He’s from that part of the country and has reported having several friends from New Orleans while also spending some hardcore time out there. He’s probably got the accent on lock – it’s just a matter of whether or not he can maintain the accent. Fingers crossed on that one. After all, The Eagle was three years ago.

He’s got the moves to fit into Gambit’s repertoire of kickass fighting styles, and the look on his face usually screams that he’s about to break someone’s neck or get into some serious trouble.

Honestly, I think he can do it. He’s just going to have work very closely with director and read up on his Gambit. From a fan girl standpoint, he’s got the looks. That might actually make the producers really happy to see the entire front half of the theater packed with women who would otherwise mock their friends, boyfriends, partners, or anyone else who liked comics. Welcome to the fandom, ladies.

Overall, it’s a smart decision on the part of Fox to get him while they could. Whether the gamble will be worth is something the fans are going to decide; but I’ll give him a thumbs up for the part. Now producers, don’t wreck the script.