While the "Gambit" movie firstly scheduled a production this fall, director Rupert Wyatt has reportedly left the director's chair. Although the movie has been rumored to be delayed, Simon Kinberg hinted some details on what to expect to the upcoming movie.
A few months ago, reports confirmed that Wyatt left the "Gambit" movie production due to the conflict on his schedule. Different names were then linked to the new Marvel franchise. Recently, Realty Today listed that Doug Liman (Edge of Tomorrow) has now landed as the new movie director. Although there are no official announcements yet, the report indicated that he is in talks with the studio and the movie producers.
Following the director's replacement reports, the "Gambit" movie producer Simon Kinberg has revealed some information and details in an interview with the Collider. According to him, the movie will unlikely be the other Marvel films stating that "it will have its own different flavor and tone to it, will be more of like a heist movie and a sexy thriller in a way."
Kinberg also confirmed the presence of a new director, however, he is uncertain if they are allowed to name it "yet because his deal isn't done." But the producer assured that "it's somebody we're excited about, and somebody I adore."
While the movie has delayed its production, the Latin Post reported that 20th Century Fox has announced a new movie will be taking over the original release schedule of the "Gambit" movie. The movie will be pushed back to 2017 from October 7, 2016.
Although the casting process has not still released, the Marvel movie will cast Channing Tatum alongside Reid Carolin as the producer. Joshua Zetumer will also be writing the script.
Furthermore, the movie production has been moved back next spring instead of fall. Marvel might also release an announcement after the new director has already signed the contract. Stay tuned for more "Gambit" movie updates.
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