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The X-Files

Original title: The X Files
  • TV Series
  • 1993–20181993–2018
  • TV-14TV-14
  • 45m
IMDb RATING
8.6/10
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Gillian Anderson and David Duchovny in The X Files (1993)
The secret lies in the X-FILES folder. Find out the truth when "The X-Files" returns all-new in 2018 on FOX.
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  • Crime
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Two F.B.I. Agents, Fox Mulder the believer and Dana Scully the skeptic, investigate the strange and unexplained, while hidden forces work to impede their efforts.Two F.B.I. Agents, Fox Mulder the believer and Dana Scully the skeptic, investigate the strange and unexplained, while hidden forces work to impede their efforts.Two F.B.I. Agents, Fox Mulder the believer and Dana Scully the skeptic, investigate the strange and unexplained, while hidden forces work to impede their efforts.

IMDb RATING
8.6/10
218K
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POPULARITY
150
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  • Creator
    • Chris Carter
  • Stars
    • David Duchovny
    • Gillian Anderson
    • Mitch Pileggi
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  • Creator
    • Chris Carter
  • Stars
    • David Duchovny
    • Gillian Anderson
    • Mitch Pileggi
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 457User reviews
    • 156Critic reviews
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  • Top rated TV #116
    • Won 16 Primetime Emmys
      • 100 wins & 217 nominations total

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    David Duchovny
    David Duchovny
    • Fox Mulderas Fox Mulder
    193 episodes193 eps • 1993–2018
    Gillian Anderson
    Gillian Anderson
    • Dana Scullyas Dana Scully…
    217 episodes217 eps • 1993–2018
    Mitch Pileggi
    Mitch Pileggi
    • Walter Skinneras Walter Skinner…
    91 episodes91 eps • 1994–2018
    William B. Davis
    William B. Davis
    • Smoking Manas Smoking Man…
    44 episodes44 eps • 1993–2018
    Robert Patrick
    Robert Patrick
    • John Doggettas John Doggett
    40 episodes40 eps • 2000–2002
    Tom Braidwood
    Tom Braidwood
    • Melvin Frohikeas Melvin Frohike
    41 episodes41 eps • 1994–2018
    Bruce Harwood
    Bruce Harwood
    • John Fitzgerald Byersas John Fitzgerald Byers
    38 episodes38 eps • 1994–2018
    Dean Haglund
    Dean Haglund
    • Richard 'Ringo' Langlyas Richard 'Ringo' Langly
    37 episodes37 eps • 1994–2018
    Annabeth Gish
    Annabeth Gish
    • Monica Reyesas Monica Reyes
    26 episodes26 eps • 2001–2018
    Nicholas Lea
    Nicholas Lea
    • Alex Krycekas Alex Krycek…
    24 episodes24 eps • 1994–2002
    James Pickens Jr.
    James Pickens Jr.
    • Alvin Kershas Alvin Kersh…
    21 episodes21 eps • 1998–2018
    Sheila Larken
    Sheila Larken
    • Margaret Scullyas Margaret Scully
    17 episodes17 eps • 1994–2016
    Chris Owens
    Chris Owens
    • Jeffrey Spenderas Jeffrey Spender…
    14 episodes14 eps • 1996–2018
    Don S. Williams
    Don S. Williams
    • Elder #1as Elder #1…
    14 episodes14 eps • 1995–1999
    Steven Williams
    Steven Williams
    • Mr. Xas Mr. X
    15 episodes15 eps • 1994–2002
    Jerry Hardin
    Jerry Hardin
    • Deep Throatas Deep Throat…
    13 episodes13 eps • 1993–2002
    Laurie Holden
    Laurie Holden
    • Marita Covarrubiasas Marita Covarrubias
    10 episodes10 eps • 1996–2002
    Rebecca Toolan
    Rebecca Toolan
    • Teena Mulderas Teena Mulder
    10 episodes10 eps • 1995–2000
    • Creator
      • Chris Carter
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    Two FBI agents, Fox Mulder and Dana Scully work in an unassigned detail of the bureau called the X-Files investigating cases dealing with unexplained paranormal phenomena. Mulder, a true believer, and Scully, a skeptic, perceive their cases from stand points of science and the paranormal. —ZachMichalik
    • fbi agent
    • alien conspiracy
    • paranormal phenomenon
    • romantic tension
    • paranormal investigation
    • 49 more
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    • Taglines
      • Apology Is Policy
    • Genres
      • Crime
      • Drama
      • Mystery
      • Sci-Fi
      • Thriller
    • Certificate
      • TV-14
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      The famous echoing chord from the theme music was a fluke. Composer Mark Snow accidentally rested his elbow on his keyboard with the echo function on and he liked the resulting sound so much, he wrote the theme around it.
    • Goofs
      In numerous episodes in the earlier seasons, characters are seen driving cars with British Columbia License plates.
    • Quotes

      Scully: You have seen this before, I can tell. You lied to them.

      Mulder: I would never lie. I willfully participated in a campaign of misinformation.

    • Crazy credits
      This production has not been approved, endorsed or authorized by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. (appears in the end credits)
    • Alternate versions
      The 'previously on The X Files' segments are missing from the DVD Season boxset releases.
    • Connections
      Edited into The X-Files: Re-Opened (2015)

    User reviews457

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    It's been a great ride.
    What can one say? The X-Files will forever be remembered as a true hit TV show, and a breakout accomplishment for Fox. Its survived cast changes, location moves, ups and downs in ratings, and years of airing. I think I speak for everyone when I say that it has been a thrill. Chris Carter has created one of the most defining shows of the '90s. People that don't even watch the show know what it is, and EVERYONE knows who Fox Mulder and Dana Scully are, whether they've ever seen one episode or not. The show brought on a whole new level of TV entertainment in 1993, with its different, moody atmosphere, intriguing lead characters, and mind-bending plots. I admit, while watching most of the episodes, I thought, "This isn't very scary...", but then I payed attention to the detail and it got so good...the lighting, the sets...even when Mulder and Scully are outside (which is often), the sky is hardly ever sunny and bright, but rather dark and shadowy. The details on these things are terrific alone. And Chris Carter has also managed to create intense torture for the fans by forever dragging out the "Mulder and Scully in love" idea. People used to tune in to see when those two would kiss, and they had alot of fun with that, especially in the feature film. But a true sign of integrity for the show is the amount of truth in it. While the show is about the paranormal, and truth in it seems ironic, the show knows what the heck it's talking about. Every word from Scully's mouth is based on actual science. And unlike other FBI shows, The X-Files shows the FBI like it really is--not some tired cliche, but REAL people. And whenever someone, whether a fan or not, hears anything referring to aliens, they immediately think of little green men with small bodies, big heads, and large eyes...all courtesy of The X-Files. In short, this amazing television series has affected so many people. I feel blessed to have grown up with this show, rather than being born after it, doomed to see it in reruns. Because I got to be there for the ride...and though it was often bumpy and is now coming to its end...I can look back and say, "Hey, it was a GREAT 9 years."
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    • Where do the movies fit in the series?
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    • Release date
      • September 10, 1993 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • The X Files
    • Filming locations
      • Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Ten Thirteen Productions
      • 20th Century Fox Television
      • 20th Century Fox Television
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    • Runtime
      45 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby

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