The X-Files
“The truth is out there.”
Series Overview
The exploits of FBI Special Agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully who investigate X-Files: marginalized, unsolved cases involving paranormal phenomena. Mulder believes in the existence of aliens and the paranormal while Scully, a skeptic, is assigned to make scientific analyses of Mulder's discoveries that debunk Mulder's work and thus return him to mainstream cases.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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11 Seasons • 218 Episodes
1993 – 2018
Premiered: Fri, Sep 10, 1993
Chris CarterLatest Aired Episode
Season 11, Episode 10: “My Struggle IV”
Mulder and Scully rush to find an on-the-run William while the Cigarette Smoking Man pushes forward with his ultimate plan.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Mark Snow - Materia Primoris: The X-Files Theme (Main Title) (Official Audio)
Type: Clip • Published 2019-04-29
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chris Carter
Mark Snow
Gabe Rotter, Chris Carter, Glen Morgan
Department Leadership Roster
Gabe Rotter
Producer
Mark Snow
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The X-Files
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What is The X-Files about?
The exploits of FBI Special Agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully who investigate X-Files: marginalized, unsolved cases involving paranormal phenomena. Mulder believes in the existence of aliens and the paranormal while Scully, a skeptic, is assigned to make scientific analyses of Mulder's discoveries that debunk Mulder's work and thus return him to mainstream cases.
How many seasons does The X-Files have?
The X-Files comprises 11 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The X-Files?
Key cast members in The X-Files include David Duchovny, Gillian Anderson.
Who created or directed The X-Files?
The X-Files was developed and directed by Chris Carter.