Debapriya Bhattacharya
Actor and producer Channing Matthew Tatum worked many odd jobs, from being a roofer to a stripper, before finding his place in Hollywood. His first foray into the world of entertainment was in 2000, as a dancer in a music video by Chris Martin. He went on to be a fashion model and star in television commercials before making his debut on the big screen in 2005 in ‘Coach Carter.’ The following year, Channing made his breakthrough with the films ‘She’s the Man‘ and ‘Step Up.’ Known for his works in action, dance, and sports comedies, Channing notably stars in multiple franchises such as ‘Magic Mike,’ ‘Jump Street,’ and ‘G.I. Joe.’ In 2024, he made his way into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, starring in his long-awaited role of Gambit in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine.’ If you wish to go through movies featuring Channing Tatum on Netflix, the following list will help you get started.
6. The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part (2019)
Based on the iconic eponymous toys, ‘The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part’ is the fourth installment in the ‘Lego Movie’ franchise. The narrative picks up after the events of the first movie and finds construction worker and Master Builder Emmet, his girlfriend Lucy, and the other inhabitants of the Lego town of Bricksburg going up against a new threat. The Lego DUPLO aliens, invaders from outer space, are laying waste to the city, and it is up to the team to come up with a way to stop them. Channing Tatum lends his voice in the animated film as the Lego Superman, a superhero and one of the Master Builders. Watch the film here.
5. G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra (2009)
Directed by Stephen Sommers, ‘G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra’ is the first film in the ‘G.I. Joe’ franchise based on the action figure toys of the same name. It chronicles the adventures of the titular elite team of soldiers led by Conrad Hauser, aka Duke (Channing Tatum), who travel across the globe to help maintain global peace. They are tasked with bringing the corrupt arms dealer Destro (Christopher Eccleston) to justice at a time when there is a growing threat of a mysterious organization known by the codename, Cobra. You can stream the science fiction action film here.
4. Coach Carter (2005)
The Thomas Carter directorial ‘Coach Carter’ chronicles the true story of Ken Carter (Samuel L. Jackson), a Richmond High School alumnus and basketball player who returns to his alma mater to coach a struggling team. Under his strict guidance, the team gets on a winning streak. However, when he sees the academic grades of the players falter, he decides to suspend them from playing the championship. Channing Tatum stars in the film as Jason Lyle, one of the high schoolers who is coached by Ken. View it on Netflix.
3. The Hateful Eight (2015)
Helmed by Quentin Tarantino, ‘The Hateful Eight’ is set in post-Civil War Wyoming. While making his way to the town of Red Rock with fugitive prisoner Daisy Domergue (Jennifer Jason Leigh), bounty hunter John Ruth (Kurt Russell), aka The Hangman, encounters his peer Major Marquis Warren (Samuel L. Jackson) and another man who introduces himself as the Sheriff (Walton Goggins). With the blizzard around them intensifying, they take shelter at a stagecoach stopover located on a mountain pass. The group is greeted by four strangers there, and it soon becomes apparent that they may not make it to their destination after all. Channing Tatum plays the role of Jody Domigray in the film, a character who makes a late entrance in the fray. Watch the film to get to know the circumstances he faces here.
2. America: The Motion Picture (2021)
Directed by Matt Thompson, ‘America: The Motion Picture’ is an animated parody of George Washington and his fight against the British for American independence. In this revisionist history filled with anachronisms, George Washington wields a chainsaw and assembles a team of rabble-rousing misfits to fight alongside him. They include a beer-loving Samuel Adams, scientist Thomas Edison, horseman Paul Revere, and native American hunter Geronimo. Channing Tatum lends his voice to the lead character of George. Enjoy the film on Netflix.
1. White House Down (2013)
‘White House Down’ stars Channing Tatum as John Cale, a Capitol police officer who takes his daughter, Emily (Joey King), for a tour of the White House on the day he has an interview to be a member of the Secret Service. While he fails to make the cut, John continues to tour the estate with Emily. Suddenly, a heavily armed paramilitary group lays siege to the building, and the father-daughter duo gets separated. John goes on a desperate search for his daughter, putting down militants on the way. He ends up rescuing the President himself (Jamie Foxx) from being abducted, and together, they fight to save the day. You can view the political action thriller directed by Roland Emmerich here.
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