Ryan Coogler's The X-Files Reboot Lands Disney Plus Pilot Order with Danielle Deadwyler to Star
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Ryan Coogler's anticipated The X-Files reboot has received an official pilot order at Disney Plus, with Danielle Deadwyler set to star and Jennifer Yale acting as showrunner.
The long-rumored revival of The X-Files is finally making concrete progress. According to a report by Deadline, Ryan Coogler's upcoming sci-fi reboot has officially secured a pilot order at Disney Plus. Word of the project first surfaced back in 2023, and anticipation has steadily grown following Coogler's recent creative successes. For modern audiences who view classic sci-fi franchises as prime communal viewing and streaming events, this fresh take on the paranormal classic is shaping up to be a major cultural talking point.
Casting and behind-the-scenes talent are also falling into place. Danielle Deadwyler, known for her standout work in Carry-On and Till, is set to take on one of the two lead roles. Meanwhile, Jennifer Yale, whose writing credits include See and Dexter, has officially boarded the project as showrunner. The production has also added heavy hitters like Steve Buscemi, Ben Foster, and Amy Madigan to the wider ensemble, signaling serious ambition for the revival.
While details on the plot remain tightly under wraps, the involvement of top-tier talent suggests Disney is positioning this as a tentpole series for the platform. As television continues to intersect heavily with broader pop culture and online fandom spaces, a well-executed X-Files reboot has massive potential to capture the current streaming zeitgeist. We will be keeping an eye on how this shapes up as production kicks off.
Original reporting comes via IGN South Africa.
Tags: The X-Files, Ryan Coogler, Disney Plus, Streaming, Television
Original article: IGN South Africa