X Files Executive Producer

Frank Spotnitz was interviewed for BBC TWO's X Files night. In this interview he talks about the incredible sucess of the X Files, and what makes the show so unique.

Video Clips

Mulder's Habits

Sexual Chemistry

The Avengers

Text Interview

I've got this friend...   How did you start on The X Files? Ambition and ideas   What are the elements of the series that set it apart from others? Turning base into gold   Were you sceptical about The X Files' ability to succeed when you first saw it? Yin and Yang   How would you describe the relationship between Mulder and Scully? Huge fans   How much is the show inspired by older shows? Amazingly smart   What has the working relationship with David Duchovny been like? Stiff and Prim   Where did the pornography story originate? ET or not ET   Describe the difference between the two types of episode featured in the X Files. Being normal   Is there an effort made to tap into people's worst nightmares or their superstitions? Beyond normality   Have you ever written some thing that was scary beyond the acceptable limits? Making the grade   Are there rules and guidelines to writing �The X-Files�? No arbitrary props   What would be a good example of the rules for writing The X Files? Witholding information   What was the genesis of the obscure episode titles? Grow your own   How important was the internet in building The X Files? Dense and complex   Do you have to understand the mythology of the series to enjoy watching it? No secrets   Are there also disadvantages to having a hardcore internet fan base? Spoiler watch   How do you try to protect the stories? There is more than you understand   Can you explain the phenomenal success of The X Files? Looking for God   What does Mulder's search for the truth represent? I want to believe   Is Chris Carter a true believer in the paranormal? Common humanity   Why have so many cultures embraced The X Files?

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