View Full Version : Disney is reportedly planning a "new version" of the hit '90s sci-fi show The X-Files


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12-18-2023, 11:39 PM
https://www.ign.com/articles/the-x-files-reportedly-getting-a-new-version-from-black-panther-director

According to Bloomberg, the popular '90s sci-fi show is in the running for what sounds like a reboot, with Disney eyeing a "new version" from Black Panther director Ryan Coogler. However, what form that will take remains to be seen.

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02-27-2024, 08:26 PM
The X-Files creator Chris Carter says he gave Ryan Coogler his blessing for a reboot of his landmark sci-fi series, but won’t be involved (https://www.thewrap.com/x-files-reboot-ryan-coogler-chris-carter-blessing/)

Carter tells The Wrap he would only be interested in returning to The X-Files if original stars David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson are involved. But he won't be part of the Black Panther director's rebooted series. "Only as a cheerleader," says Carter. "They don’t need my blessing. 20th Century Fox and Disney owns the show. They are free to do with it what they believe. I’m honored that they came to me and asked me, not for my permission, but my blessing." Carter also confirms he spoke to Coogler. "I’m not supposed to be talking about it, according to Disney," he says. "But I’ll tell you, yes. I’ve had a conversation with him. Yes, he likes to go with a diverse cast. And he’s got some good ideas." Carter also says he plans to watch Coogler's rebooted X-Files.

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02-28-2024, 10:39 PM
Disney's X-Files Reboot Reusing The Original Show's Main Villains Would Be A Mistake (https://screenrant.com/x-files-reboot-alien-villains-not-use/)

Disney is working on a reboot of The X-Files with Ryan Coogler, but the new series should avoid recycling the original show's biggest villains.

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04-02-2024, 02:48 AM
The X-Files creator Chris Carter says our "everything’s a conspiracy" environment will make Ryan Coogler's reboot "hard" to pull off (https://bleedingcool.com/tv/the-x-files-creator-on-why-ryan-coogler-reboot-will-have-tougher-time/#:~:text=During%20an%20interview%20with%20Inverse,Casting%20is%20a%20hard%20job.)

During an interview with Inverse, Carter shared from experience why Coogler has a "hard job" ahead of him – adding that Coogler will be facing a bigger hurdle than he had to deal with during the original series run: "Everything's a conspiracy." "No matter what, he's got a hard job. Casting is a hard job.

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04-03-2024, 09:32 PM
Gillian Anderson Isn't Opposed to Returning to 'The X-Files' With Ryan Coogler in Charge (https://collider.com/gillian-anderson-x-files-reboot-ryan-coogler/)

"For most of my life since I finished 'The X-Files' [...] the answer has been no, not gonna happen."

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04-07-2024, 07:38 PM
Disney's New X-Files Reboot Already Has A Mulder & Scully Return Problem (https://screenrant.com/x-files-new-show-mulder-scully-return-problem/)

Disney’s reboot of The X-Files has officially been announced, and the subject of whether Mulder and Scully should return or not is a problematic one.

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06-08-2024, 02:31 AM
David Duchovny Comments On X-Files Reboot For The First Time (https://screenrant.com/the-x-files-reboot-david-duchovny-comments/)

Exclusive: David Duchovny shares his first comments on the in-development X-Files reboot, which is being headed up by Black Panther's Ryan Coogler.

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10-02-2024, 01:06 AM
Disney's New X-Files Reboot Already Has A Mulder & Scully Return Problem (https://screenrant.com/x-files-new-show-mulder-scully-return-problem/)

Disney’s reboot of The X-Files has officially been announced, and the subject of whether Mulder and Scully should return or not is a problematic one.

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04-19-2025, 04:07 PM
X-Files Reboot & Gillian Anderson's Potential Involvement Get Encouraging Update From Ryan Coogler (https://screenrant.com/x-files-reboot-show-update-gillian-anderson-involvement-ryan-coogler/)

The X-Files (https://screenrant.com/db/tv-show/the-x-files/) reboot gets an encouraging update from Ryan Coogler, addressing whether Gillian Anderson could reprise her role as Dana Scully.

JamesG
05-02-2025, 04:31 AM
Gillian Anderson Gives Update on Ryan Coogler's "The X-Files" Reboot: "Call Me"
by Shania Russell
May 1, 2025


Ryan Coogler's planned reboot of "The X-Files" already has Agent Scully's stamp of approval.

During a recent appearance on ITV1's "This Morning", Gillian Anderson confirmed that she's feeling optimistic about the return of the paranormal drama and teased that she might end up involved in the project herself.

"I spoke to [Coogler], and what I said was, 'If anyone were to do it, I think you are the perfect person, and best of luck," Anderson said. She also told the filmmaker, "Call me."



Anderson, who is in the midst of promoting her new film The Salt Path, then addressed her thoughts on returning for the reboot.

Though she kept it vague, she didn't completely shut the idea down: "At some point, if the phone rings and it's good and it feels like the right time, perhaps."

https://ew.com/gillian-anderson-ryan-coogler-x-files-reboot-update-11725813

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12-22-2025, 09:39 PM
Disney's X-Files Reboot Already Has the Perfect Secret Weapon 32 Years in the Making (https://www.cbr.com/disney-x-files-reboot-perfect-secret-weapon-animated-series/)

It was recently announced that Ryan Coogler will be rebooting The X-Files, but what if Disney already has the perfect blueprint for the beloved show?

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12-29-2025, 04:42 PM
Ryan Coogler Reveals First X-Files Reboot Details (https://screenrant.com/x-files-ryan-coogler-reboot-plans-revealed/)

Ryan Coogler reveals the first details for his reboot of The X-Files, as the Sinners director pulls back the curtain on what to expect.