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Channing Tatum to Soften Gambit Accent in ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ as Leg Injury Limits Stunts

Tatum says the Russo brothers are steering his portrayal toward a clearer, more dramatic tone than his jokier Deadpool & Wolverine cameo.

Overview

  • Tatum told Variety he will not “go full Cajun,” noting Marvel wanted audiences to better understand Gambit’s dialogue moving forward.
  • He revealed a leg injury on the U.K. set left him walking with a limp, taking pain medication, and relying on intensive physical therapy.
  • Because of the injury, a stunt double handled heavy action while Tatum focused on close-ups, including during a reported “big fight” with Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom.
  • Avengers: Doomsday is in production with Anthony and Joe Russo directing for a December 18, 2026 theatrical release.
  • Tatum said the thick accent in Deadpool & Wolverine was an intentional joke and added he sought his daughter Everly’s permission before committing to the U.K.-based shoot.