After rumours that The X-Files could return to TV, it looks as though a new series could already be in the works… and is reportedly close to studio approval.
It’s no secret that X-Files fans are desperate to see another series of the beloved sci-fi show – myself included. And while recent rumours suggested that we may see The X-Files return to our screens, it looks as though it’s a lot closer to becoming a reality.
According to TV Wise, the rumoured new X-Files series is close to being picked up by Fox… and that means Mulder and Scully could return a lot sooner than we thought.
“The X-Files revival is one step closer to becoming a reality,” they revealed. “Fox is close to giving an official green-light to a revival of their iconic science fiction series… The network has settled on a ‘short-stack’ order for the revival and while the exact size of the order is yet-to-be-determined, I’m told it will be less than ten episodes.”
Of course, fans hoping for anything a little longer will likely be disappointed… but with the series intended to wrap up loose ends left after the recent movie I Want To Believe, it seems reasonable to expect something a little on the lower end of the scale.
After all, David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson also have other commitments, with both appearing in regular TV roles.
But at least the X-Files is coming back, right? Well, it seems it’s not quite a done deal…
“It should be stressed, however, that talks with sister studio 20th Century Fox Television are still on-going.”
Apparently, an offer has also been made to Mitch Pileggi – Mulder and Scully’s FBI boss in the show – to reprise his role for the new series. And other key cast members are also said to return.
But who exactly will be back remains a mystery.
Of course, for now the X-Files series is still unconfirmed… but as always, the truth is out there. And I can’t help thinking that both Fox and the fans will be keen to see the show head back to our screens.
After all, there’s still plenty of story to tell.
Do you think The X-Files should return? Which classic characters would you like to see again? Let us know what you think in the comments below…
