UPDATE: Channing Tatum has just revealed what he considers “the biggest mistake” of his acting career—declining an opportunity to work with acclaimed director Guillermo del Toro on his unmade version of Beauty and the Beast. This shocking admission came during a recent interview with Vanity Fair as Tatum promotes his new film Roofman, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on September 6, 2025.
In an emotional reflection, Tatum explained that he turned down the role shortly after the birth of his child, stating, “I was on a movie that was absolutely killing me…I was just in a place in my head that I was like, ‘I don’t think I can do this right now.’” The actor expressed deep regret over this decision, emphasizing his admiration for del Toro and his belief that the director’s vision would have resulted in “the sickest movie ever.”
Tatum’s comments come as he discusses his career choices, including other projects he passed on due to feeling unprepared. Notably, he had previously been in consideration for the role of Dean Pereira in Blue Valentine, which ultimately went to Ryan Gosling.
During the interview, co-star Kirsten Dunst confirmed that del Toro never developed the Beauty and the Beast remake, emphasizing the director’s focus on numerous other projects. Tatum lamented, “I’ll probably never forgive myself on that one, but I hope we get to work together one day.”
Roofman is set to hit US theaters on October 10, 2025, and fans are already buzzing about Tatum’s revelations. With this admission, the actor not only highlights the pressures of Hollywood but also the emotional toll that career decisions can take on artists.
As audiences await the release of Roofman, many are eager to see how Tatum’s reflections on his career choices shape his future projects. This candid moment serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of the entertainment industry and the potential we may lose when opportunities slip away.
Stay tuned for more updates on Tatum’s projects and insights as they develop.
