Ryan Coogler is in the early stages of developing a new version of “The X-Files” with a diverse cast. Chris Carter, the creator of the original series, announced this during an interview celebrating the show’s 30th anniversary. Coogler is working under a five-year overall deal with Walt Disney Television, which is part of 20th TV. The studio that produced the original series declined to comment.
Hulu is the likely platform for the new version, as Fox and 20th TV are no longer part of the same company following Disney’s acquisition of 21st Century Fox. Currently, there are revivals of “Futurama” and “King of the Hill” set up at Hulu.
“The X-Files” originally aired on Fox from 1993-2001 before being revived at the network for two more seasons in 2016 and 2018. Coogler is best known for writing and directing the two “Black Panther” films for Marvel as well as for his work on the three “Creed” films with Michael B. Jordan. He also wrote and directed the critically-acclaimed feature “Fruitvale Station,” which also starred Jordan. As a producer, his credits include “Judas and the Black Messiah” and “Space Jam: A New Legacy.”
Coogler’s films are absolutely amazing! They have received widespread acclaim and commercial success. What’s really impressive is that his work has been hailed by critics for centering on often overlooked cultures and characters – most notably African Americans. He frequently collaborates with actor Michael B. Jordan, who has appeared in all four feature films directed by Coogler, as well as composer Ludwig Göransson, who has scored all of his films.
