Hulu Orders Ryan Coogler's 'X-Files' Reboot Starring Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel
Hulu has officially ordered Ryan Coogler’s reimagined 'The X-Files' to series. The project, developed over three years, stars Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel as new FBI agents investigating unexplained phenomena. Coogler wrote and directed the pilot, with Jennifer Yale serving as showrunner. The series is produced by Onyx Collective, 20th Television, and Proximity Media.
Key points
- Hulu has ordered Ryan Coogler’s 'The X-Files' reboot to series, following a pilot filmed in February 2026.
- Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel will star as two new FBI agents assigned to a division investigating unexplained phenomena.
- Ryan Coogler wrote and directed the pilot and will serve as an executive producer alongside Jennifer Yale, who is the showrunner.
- The series is produced by Onyx Collective, 20th Television, and Coogler’s Proximity Media, with Ludwig Göransson scoring the pilot.
- The project has been in development for over three years under Coogler’s exclusive television deal with Disney.
Background
The original 'The X-Files' ran on Fox from 1993 to 2002, spawning two feature films and two revival seasons in 2016 and 2018. Chris Carter, the original creator, is serving as an executive producer on the new Hulu series. Coogler first discussed the project with Carter in 2023, aiming to remount the series with a diverse cast. The new series is a reimagining rather than a direct continuation, featuring new characters instead of revivals of the original leads.
How outlets are covering it
The Hollywood Reporter, Deadline, and Variety all confirm the series order and highlight the involvement of Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel. Variety notes that the new characters are not iterations of the original leads, Dana Scully and Fox Mulder. Bloody Disgusting raises the question of whether Gillian Anderson and David Duchovny will be involved, noting that while they have expressed admiration for Coogler, their participation is not confirmed. All sources agree on the production details and the involvement of Proximity Media and 20th Television.
Why it matters
The series order marks a significant milestone for Ryan Coogler, following his historic Oscar run with 'Sinners.' It also represents a major investment by Hulu in a high-profile reboot of a classic sci-fi franchise, signaling a continued interest in reimagining beloved properties with diverse casts and new creative directions.
What to watch
The next steps include the production of the full series, with no release date currently announced. Fans and industry observers will be watching for any announcements regarding the involvement of original stars Gillian Anderson and David Duchovny, as well as the premiere date and marketing strategy for the series.
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- ‘The X-Files’ Reboot From Ryan Coogler Officially Picked Up by Hulu Bloody Disgusting
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