Ryan Coogler's X-Files Reboot Lands Hulu Series Order
The Oscar-winning director's reimagining of the sci-fi classic stars Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel.
Hulu has given the green light to Ryan Coogler's X-Files revival. The series centers around the professional and personal connections formed by two FBI investigators as they delve into mysteries. Ryan Coogler was responsible for writing, directing, and overseeing the production of the pilot episode.
The series stars Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel as the two FBI agents. Deadwyler and Patel will play new characters rather than iterations of the original show's characters.
Coogler has been working on the project for several years and will be involved as an executive producer in the series. Jennifer Yale will serve as showrunner.
The reimagining of The X-Files is a joint production between Onyx Collective, 20th Television, and Coogler's Proximity Media.
The show is expected to explore cases involving unexplained phenomena, drawing from the original series' sci-fi and mystery elements.
Why it matters
The X-Files reboot offers a fresh take on a classic sci-fi series, with a new cast and creative team bringing their own spin to the show.
What's next
The series is expected to premiere on Hulu in the near future, with no official release date announced yet.
How the story unfolded
- The Hollywood Reporter Ryan Coogler’s ‘X-Files’ Update Scores Hulu Series Order
Read the original reporting
- Gizmodo – Ryan Coogler’s ‘X-Files’ Is Officially a Go at Hulu ↗
- Variety – Ryan Coogler’s ‘X-Files’ Reboot Picked Up to Series at Hulu ↗
- The Hollywood Reporter – Ryan Coogler’s ‘X-Files’ Update Scores Hulu Series Order ↗
- Deadline – Ryan Coogler’s ‘The X-Files’ Reboot Picked Up To Series At Hulu ↗
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Frequently asked questions
What is this X-Files Reboot story about?
The Oscar-winning director's reimagining of the sci-fi classic stars Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel. Ryan Coogler is the director and executive producer of the X-Files reboot.
When did FlashFeed cover X-Files Reboot?
FlashFeed published this brief on October 13, 2026. The earliest report it draws on, from Variety, is dated October 13, 2026.
What are the key facts about X-Files Reboot?
Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel star as two new FBI agents. The series follows the agents as they investigate unexplained phenomena.
Why is X-Files Reboot in the news?
The X-Files reboot offers a fresh take on a classic sci-fi series, with a new cast and creative team bringing their own spin to the show.
What happens next with X-Files Reboot?
The series is expected to premiere on Hulu in the near future, with no official release date announced yet.
Where can I read more about X-Files Reboot?
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