Original X-Files star Gillian Anderson says the news series from Ryan Coogler is really good and teases conversations about a return. So far here has been little indication whether this new X-Files, (which Ryan Coogler will direct the pilot) is a continuation or a reboot?
However, as you will see from the transcript below, if Anderson is having conversations about a return it would indicate a continuation. That will make some aspects of this new show tougher, as they will to acknowledge the lore of the previous series. However, it will probably please fans far more doing it this way. Plus, there’s always the chance of Scully (Anderson) or Mulder (David Duchovny) turning up in a special guest role.
The Tik Tok video in this link is from an appearance Anderson made at Awesome Con recently. However if you don’t do Tik Tok, then here is the transcript.
Talking about Ryan Coogler, Anderson said,
“He’s such a cool guy and so talented,” then confirming she has read the pilot script said it was “really good.”
Anderson tried to steer away from whether she might return but offered fans that there had been a,
“few conversations.”
“I would say, have an open mind and give it a chance because it’s gonna be f*ing cool. It’s something different. It’s different, and it’s special, so give it a break.”
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So, I guess we now know the new X-Files will continue on in the same universe as the OG series. Plus, there’s a chance for some of those old legacy characters to show up, if a deal can be done. Anderson has always refused to work again with original series creator Chris Carter. However Carter, outside a producer credit is not involved in this new take.
Now, we just need to wait for the finished product. We also only so far have one cast member named in lead Danielle Deadwyler. We at least need the Scully to Deadwyler’s Mulder to be announced.
What do you think of Gillian Anderson’s comments on the new X-Files show and those conversations about a return? Thoughts below.
