‘The X Files’ to Stream for Free With Ads on Pluto TV
“The X-Files” Coming to Pluto TV on New Year’s Day
Fans of the iconic sci-fi drama “The X-Files” will have something new to look forward to in the new year as the show makes its way to Pluto TV. While the series is already available for streaming on platforms like Hulu and Disney+, its addition to Paramount-owned Pluto TV will offer viewers a completely free viewing experience with ad breaks. Not only will viewers have access to the show on-demand, but there will also be a dedicated 24/7 linear channel within Pluto TV’s sci-fi category. The channel will kick off by airing the entire series chronologically, followed by curated weekend marathons.
“The X-Files” originally premiered on Fox in 1993 and ran for nine seasons until 2002. The series also spawned two theatrical films released in 1998 and 2008. Fans were delighted when the show was revived for Seasons 10 and 11, which aired in 2016 and 2018. All 11 seasons, totaling 218 episodes, will be included in the Pluto TV release.
Created by Chris Carter, “The X-Files” stars David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson as FBI special agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully, who investigate unsolved cases involving the paranormal. The chemistry between the two lead actors and the show’s blend of mythology and standalone episodes have earned it a spot on numerous lists of the greatest TV series of all time.
In a glowing review, Variety named “The X-Files” as one of the 100 greatest TV series of all time, praising Duchovny and Anderson’s performances and the show’s unique blend of FBI procedural work with supernatural elements. The series’ enduring popularity led to its revival and continued success, with many fans still believing that “the truth is out there.”
Pluto TV already features dedicated channels for other popular sci-fi series like “Star Trek,” “The Twilight Zone,” “Stargate,” and “Doctor Who.” With the addition of “The X-Files,” fans of the genre will have even more content to enjoy on the platform.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to revisit or discover the world of “The X-Files” when it arrives on Pluto TV on New Year’s Day. Tune in for a mix of thrilling investigations, supernatural encounters, and the timeless dynamic between Mulder and Scully. The truth awaits on Pluto TV!
