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The X-Files

TV1993 – 201811 seasons218 episodes eps
FOX#4Crime#38Mystery#23
TV Rank
May 20, 2026
#147
Most popular TV show
Buzz Score
May 20, 2026
3.6
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The X-Files
About

The X-Files

The X-Files is a science fiction television series that follows FBI special agents Mulder and Scully as they investigate unsolved cases involving paranormal phenomena. With a blend of mystery, drama, and conspiracy, the show captivates audiences with its intricate plots and engaging characters. Airing for nine seasons, The X-Files explores a wide range of supernatural and extraterrestrial phenomena, delving into themes of government cover-ups, alien abductions, and the search for truth. The show has garnered a dedicated fan base and enduring cultural impact, solidifying its status as a classic in the science fiction genre.

Status
Ended
First aired
1993
Last aired
2018
Seasons
11
Episodes
218
Rating
TV-14
Streaming
Hulu
Rankings
#147All TV#4FOX#38Crime
Links
r/XFilesX@thexfilesWikipediaOfficial site
Daily update · May 20, 2026

The X-Files ranks #147 most popular TV show with a Buzz Score of 3.6. It peaked at #1,351 of all time (Feb 23 – Mar 24, 2021). It ranks #183 over the past 365 days.

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Popularity Rankings & History

Current and historical popularity rankings

Ranks on May 20, 2026

Overall, network, and genre
#147
TV
#4
FOX
#38
Crime
#23
Mystery

Ranking History

Peak, 1-year, and top-chart days
Peak Buzz Score
4.9
#1,351Overall rank
Feb 23 – Mar 24, 2021
1-Year Buzz Score
3.8
#183Overall rank
Last 365 days
Days at #1
0
Past 365 days
Days in Top 10
0
Past 365 days
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Audience Signals

Some of the public activity behind the Buzz Score on May 20, 2026
Reddit
172,237
members+91
𝕏X
254,663
followers-14
Wikipedia
4,202
page views
Torrents
#2,629
rank
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Top Cast

Most popular The X-Files cast members by current Buzz Score on May 20, 2026
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#1
Donald Trump
as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
35.7
#2
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as Eugene Victor Tooms
17.2
#3
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as Fox Mulder
12.6
#4
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as Jay De Boom
7.1
#5
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as Dana Scully
6.1
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