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R-rated director's cut of X-Files film restores Chris Carter's original horror vision

Ars Technica interviews Chris Carter about a newly released R-rated director's cut of the original X-Files film that restores his original horror vision. The article explores why Carter's darker version is more relevant today than the theatrical release.

Background

The X-Files theatrical film (1998) was released in theaters and later spawned a 2018 revival. Chris Carter has frequently spoken about the studio-driven changes made to the original film.

Source
Ars Technica
Published
Aug 14, 2026 at 11:18 PM
Score
5.0 / 10