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Coogler's X‑Files pilot completed, theatrical window weighed

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The two‑hour X‑Files reboot pilot, shot on 65 mm film and starring Himesh Patel and Danielle Deadwyler, has moved into post‑production. Ryan Coogler, also serving as showrunner, says the episode could be released as a standalone theatrical event before any series order is confirmed. Disney and Hulu have not yet decided whether to launch the pilot on Hulu, push it to cinemas, or pursue both avenues. The pilot adds momentum to the multi‑year Proximity Media‑Netflix agreement announced in June 2026, which also includes projects such as a live‑action adaptation of “Southern Bastards.” While the series still lacks a full order, the completed pilot keeps the franchise’s revival on track and leaves open the possibility of a prestige‑film window. Hulu will also release a director’s‑cut of the 2008 film “The X‑Files: I Want to Believe” in Poland on 14 August 2026, featuring restored footage and a Russian‑language track, underscoring the platform’s broader strategy to revitalize the franchise. In July 2026 the original series star Gillian Anderson publicly praised Coogler’s script, calling it “brilliant” and labeling him “the perfect person” to lead the reboot. Anderson hinted at a possible cameo and noted the pilot was filmed in Vancouver. Her endorsement adds industry support as Disney and Hulu weigh distribution options. Later in July, Anderson reiterated her praise, confirming the script’s brilliance and noting that Hulu ordered the pilot in February 2026 after Coogler’s success with the film *Sinners*. The pilot is positioned as a fresh era for the franchise, aiming to attract both longtime fans and new viewers.

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