The X-Files: I Want to Believe

Where to Watch The X-Files: I Want to Believe (2008) (Legally)

To find the truth, you must believe.
Jul 24, 2008 US 104 min M
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Mystery Science Fiction Thriller
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What to expect (spoiler-free)

If you’re considering “ (2008), this quick guide summarizes the essentials.

Genre-wise, it leans into Mystery, Science Fiction, Thriller, with a runtime around 104 minutes.

Cast highlights include David Duchovny, Gillian Anderson, Amanda Peet, Billy Connolly.

For families, checking the local age rating is recommended before watching.

Topics & keywords

extraterrestrial technology, fbi, alien, priest, hospital, duringcreditsstinger, based on tv series

Official trailer

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Plot

Mulder and Scully are called back to duty by the FBI when a former priest claims to be receiving psychic visions pertaining to a kidnapped agent.

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Main cast

David Duchovny
David Duchovny
as Fox Mulder
Gillian Anderson
Gillian Anderson
as Dana Scully
Amanda Peet
Amanda Peet
as ASAC Dakota Whitney
Billy Connolly
Billy Connolly
as Father Joseph Crissman
Xzibit
Xzibit
as Agent Mosley Drummy
Mitch Pileggi
Mitch Pileggi
as Walter Skinner
Callum Keith Rennie
Callum Keith Rennie
as 2nd Abductor - Janke Dacyshyn
Adam Godley
Adam Godley
as Father Ybarra
Nicki Aycox
Nicki Aycox
as 2nd Victim - Cheryl Cunningham
Alex Diakun
Alex Diakun
as Gaunt Man