The X-Files: I Want to BelieveOverview and Synopsis

  • The X-Files: I Want to Believe
  • Opened July 25, 2008 | Runtime:1 hr. 40 min.
  • PG-13
    violent and disturbing content and thematic material
  • It is a stand-alone story in the tradition of some of the show's most acclaimed and beloved episodes, and takes the complicated relationship between Fox Mulder (David Duchovny) and Dana Scully (Gillian Anderson) in unexpected directions. Mulder Read More
  • Cast: David Duchovny, Gillian Anderson, Amanda Peet, Billy Connolly, Xzibit
  • Director: Chris Carter
  • Genres: Sci-Fi Action, Science Fiction, Supernatural Thriller

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  • David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson in "The X-Files: I Want to Believe."
  • David Duchovny as Fox Mulder in "The X-Files: I Want to Believe."
  • Gillian Anderson as Dana Scully in "The X-Files: I Want to Believe."

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  • X-Files: I Want to Like this Movie
    by Garlonuss

    This one was not quite worth the wait. It may have worked well enough as an episode. Maybe even a two-parter, but as a big-screen film after years of nothing, it's only alright. They've made a...Read More

  • X-FILES: I WANT TO BELIEVE
    by FAITHSDESTINEY

    I thought this was well worth seeing. I had heard from others that it wasn't very good but I disagree. I would definitely say go see the movie....Read More

  • Not a real X-Files
    by Kwabina

    This was a complete waste of time. This was more like Island of Dr. Moreoux part 2. It really had very little to do with anything from previous X-Files storylines. I think they only made it because...Read More

  • Updated Story
    by laosan

    A classic X-File episode expanded to movie length. I liked how they updated the Mulder-Scully relationship. Creepy, intense and well thought out. On the downside was the introduction of the two new...Read More

The X-Files: I Want to Believe Critic Reviews

  • "...not so much interested in setting up a dialectic between clashing belief systems as it is in delivering a socko FBI procedural. In both instances, it falls woefully short. " Los Angeles Times

    - Jan Stuart

  • "It feels like a wan version of the show - one that has lost its otherworldly edge." USA Today

    - Claudia Puig

  • "The problem is that the mystery isn't as compelling or satisfying as it should be..." Variety

    - Brian Lowry

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