Sneak Peek the comic book origins of Marvel Comics' mutant superhero 'Gambit', on the news that a "Gambit" solo movie starring actor Channing Tatum has been given an official Fox theatrical release date:
The new "Gambit" solo feature will be released October 7, 2016.
Created by writer Chris Claremont and illustrator Jim Lee, the character first appeared briefly in Marvel's "Uncanny X-Men Annual" #14 (1990), followed by another appearance in "Uncanny X-Men" #266 (August 1990).
A mutant, Gambit can mentally create, control and manipulate pure kinetic energy to his every whim and desire. He is also incredibly knowledgeable and skilled in card-throwing, hand-to-hand combat and the use of a bō.
Originally a professional thief, Gambit has shown a more vulnerable side of himself over the years, when it comes to the mutant 'Rogue'. Proud of his Louisiana heritage, he speaks in a thick Cajun accent.
Though he did not appear in the first three "X-Men" films, Gambit appeared on screen in the 2009 feature "X-Men Origins: Wolverine", portrayed by Taylor Kitsch.
As well as the solo "Gambit" feature, Tatum will also portray the character in director Bryan Singer's upcoming "X-Men: Apocalypse".
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