TMDb/The X-Files Celebrity The X-Files reboot gets praise from Robbie Amell. Ryan Coogler directs, with original stars Duchovny & Anderson sharing their thoughts. April 22, 2026 AceShowbiz - The X-Files is set for a reboot under the direction of acclaimed filmmaker Ryan Coogler, and the project has recently earned praise from one of the series' later stars, Robbie Amell. This endorsement comes after original leads David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson shared their thoughts on the reboot.