The truth may still be out there, but for now, it's hanging in limbo. Himesh Patel has confirmed that the pilot for Ryan Coogler's highly anticipated X-Files reboot has officially wrapped filming. However, the project's future beyond that single episode remains uncertain, as Hulu has yet to give the series a full-season order.
Patel, who stars opposite Danielle Deadwyler in the new take on the iconic sci-fi franchise, shared the update while promoting his role in Enola Holmes 3. Speaking exclusively to Collider, he kept details close to the vest but confirmed that the cast and crew have completed work on the pilot. "I really can't tell you much with regards to anything other than it's just a pilot, for now," Patel said. "We shot a pilot, we'll see what happens, but I had a great time, and everyone was great to work with, and I'm keeping my fingers crossed."
The series, which comes from Coogler and his Proximity Media label, follows two FBI agents assigned to investigate unexplained phenomena—the kind of cases the Bureau would rather sweep under the rug. In a separate interview with The Direct, Patel clarified that he and Deadwyler are playing original characters, not new versions of Fox Mulder and Dana Scully. That's a smart move, as no one wants to see actors try to fill the shoes of David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson.
What's the New 'X-Files' About?
The pilot was filmed in Vancouver, British Columbia—the same location as the original series—with Coogler writing and directing. The story centers on two highly decorated but very different FBI agents who form an unlikely partnership when they take over a long-shuttered division dealing with unexplained cases. Chris Carter, the creator of the original X-Files, is attached as an executive producer, while Jennifer Yale is set to serve as showrunner if the series gets picked up.
Patel and Deadwyler previously worked together on Station Eleven, and Coogler brought Sinners cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw onto the pilot. The original X-Files ran for nine seasons on Fox from 1993 to 2002, then returned for two event seasons in 2016 and 2018. Fans have been clamoring for a revival ever since, and Coogler's involvement has only heightened expectations.
While we wait for Hulu's decision, there's plenty of other sci-fi and reboot news to keep you busy. For instance, Titan Comics is bringing exclusive Star Wars, Doctor Who, and Aliens content to SDCC 2026, and Stargate fans recently took over Times Square in a bid to save their reboot. Meanwhile, the artist behind 'Scavengers Reign' has unveiled a stunning first look at a new graphic novel.
Stay tuned to ShowtimeSpot for more updates on this and other exciting projects. The truth—and a full-season order—might just be around the corner.
