Movies like The X Files: I Want to Believe

Se7en is a grim detective thriller starring Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman who are on the hunt for a serial killer using the seven deadly sins as a motif for his crimes. Those intrigued by the investigative and moral complexities in The X Files: I Want to Believe will find Se7en’s dark, psychological edge both engaging and disturbing.

Zodiac details the obsessive quest of journalists and investigators tracking the infamous Zodiac killer in San Francisco. Like The X Files: I Want to Believe, it weaves an intricate tale of investigation and obsession, appealing to those who enjoy a story that follows characters determined to uncover the unsettling truth.

Dark City offers a neo-noir atmosphere mixed with dystopian and science fiction elements, involving a man grappling with memories of an enigmatic past and a city manipulated by mysterious beings. Viewers who appreciate the darker, moodier aspects and the otherworldly mysteries of The X Files: I Want to Believe will be drawn to Dark City’s rich, perplexing world.

Enemy of the State, starring Will Smith and Gene Hackman, hits similar notes with its high-stakes surveillance and privacy themes. Viewers who enjoy the blend of action and paranoia evident in The X Files: I Want to Believe will appreciate this film's intense chase and espionage elements.

Frailty is a psychological thriller that delves into the concept of moral absolutes and religious fervor, featuring a father who believes he’s been tasked by God to kill demons. Fans of The X Files: I Want to Believe's dark themes and the exploration of belief systems will find Frailty's chilling narrative and moral questions similarly provocative.

In Conspiracy Theory, Mel Gibson portrays a paranoid cab driver who delves into various conspiracy theories, leading to a web of suspense and government-related secrets. Fans of The X Files: I Want to Believe looking for more thriller antics with a conspiratorial twist will find this film a compelling watch.