The X-Files Reboot Picked Up to Series, Variety Reports
Ryan Coogler executive produces and directed the first episode; Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel star, but no streaming date or episode count has been announced.
The X-Files reboot has been picked up to series, Variety reported on October 13, 2026. No streaming date, episode count, or Japanese distribution has been announced.
Ryan Coogler serves as executive producer and wrote and directed the first episode. Chris Carter, creator of the original series, is also an executive producer. Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel are the leads.
The reboot's story follows two FBI agents with distinguished careers assigned to a long-closed department handling cases involving unexplained phenomena.
Background
In February 2026, it was announced that a pilot episode of the reboot would be produced. At the 98th Academy Awards in March 2026, Coogler won Best Original Screenplay for Sinners.
The original The X-Files aired from 1993 to 2002 on FOX, with sequel seasons in 2016 and 2018, for 11 seasons total. Season 5, the most-watched season, averaged 19.8 million viewers. The series received 61 Emmy nominations and won 15 times, and received 12 Golden Globe nominations with 5 wins.
Quick answers
When will The X-Files reboot be released?
No streaming date, episode count, or distribution details have been announced.
Who is behind The X-Files reboot?
Ryan Coogler is an executive producer and wrote and directed the first episode. Chris Carter, creator of the original series, is also an executive producer.
Who stars in The X-Files reboot?
Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel are the leads.