Ryan Coogler Reboots Iconic X-Files Series, Inspired by Mom

In a recent interview, acclaimed director Ryan Coogler shared that his upcoming X-Files reboot is deeply personal to him, inspired by his close relationship with his mother. Coogler, who was attending a Cinespia screening of his film Sinners at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery, spoke about how the iconic sci-fi series holds a special place in his heart, much like his relationship with the Rocky franchise and his father.

Coogler's mom, who was present at the event, has been heavily involved in the development of the X-Files reboot, reading some of the scripts and getting "fired up" about the project. The director emphasized that he wants to do right by both his mom and the show's devoted fanbase. While Coogler remained coy on potential casting decisions, such as the rumored involvement of Danielle Deadwyler, he did confirm that the new X-Files series will be "really fucking scary," promising to deliver a chilling experience for viewers.

The X-Files reboot has been in the works for a while, with news of its development first breaking in 2023. Since then, Coogler has been busy with other projects, including the release of Sinners, Ironheart, and Eyes of Wakanda. However, the director has now revealed that the X-Files is "immediately next" on his slate, indicating that fans can expect to see the iconic series return to screens in the near future.