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The X-Files to Stream Free on Pluto TV in 2026

12/29/2025

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Summary

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Starting January 1, 2026, The X-Files will be free on Pluto TV, including all 11 seasons (218 episodes) and the 2016 revival.
The series will be available on-demand and on a 24/7 linear channel, initially in chronological order and then through weekend marathons.
Originally airing from 1993 to 2002, The X-Files follows FBI agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully as they investigate paranormal cases.

History

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"The X-Files," created by Chris Carter, premiered on September 10, 1993, blending science fiction and horror while exploring government conspiracies. The show resonated with audiences amid rising skepticism towards authority in the post-Cold War era, airing for nine seasons and winning 16 Emmy Awards. Its return on Pluto TV in 2026 underscores its lasting impact and the shift towards streaming media.

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Story summary

Starting January 1, 2026, The X-Files will be free on Pluto TV, including all 11 seasons (218 episodes) and the 2016 revival.
The series will be available on-demand and on a 24/7 linear channel, initially in chronological order and then through weekend marathons.
Originally airing from 1993 to 2002, The X-Files follows FBI agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully as they investigate paranormal cases.

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