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The X-Files

Not sure what to watch this lockdown? We’ve got you covered. (Image: Tina Tiller)

What to binge watch this lockdown

Because you really should have watched Friday Night Lights by now.
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By Sam Brooks | 19th August, 2021
Contributing writer
Mulder & Scully

Trust no one: A tribute to The X-Files on its 25th birthday

One megafan's love letter to the groundbreaking sci-fi TV series The X-Files, which turns twenty-five today
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By Sam Rutledge | 11th September, 2018
Guest writer
David Duchovny live in Auckland (photo: david farrier)

David Farrier goes to the David Duchovny show, alone

Last night David Farrier took himself to see one of his non-musical heroes, X-Files star David Duchovny, play music. Here's what happened.
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By David Farrier | 21st February, 2018
Contributing writer
Kumail Nanjiani on delving deep into The X-Files Files

Kumail Nanjiani on delving deep into The X-Files Files

David Farrier chats to Kumail Nanjiani about going from hosting an X-Files podcast to being on the show itself.
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By David Farrier | 6th September, 2016
Contributing writer
‘Did you do this just to annoy me?’ – How Rhys Darby hijacked David Farrier’s X-Files dreams

‘Did you do this just to annoy me?’ – How Rhys Darby hijacked David Farrier’s X-Files dreams

After bonding over their shared love of The X-Files and cryptids, David Farrier speaks to pal Rhys Darby about how he ended up on Farrier's favourite show.
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By David Farrier | 23rd August, 2016
Contributing writer
Is television hiding the next James Bond?

Is television hiding the next James Bond?

Paul Williams, The Spinoff's resident James Bond expert, places his bets for the new Bond based on the likely contenders lurking on our TV screens.
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By Paul Williams | 30th June, 2016
Guest writer
“I felt ripped off” – David Farrier on the tumultuous tenth season of The X-Files

“I felt ripped off” – David Farrier on the tumultuous tenth season of The X-Files

The X Files is known for both its brilliance and dreadful inconsistency, but did the latest episode drop the ball completely? David Farrier laments what has happened to his favourite show.
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By David Farrier | 19th February, 2016
Contributing writer
Television: I Want to Believe – All The Hidden Clues In The New X-Files Trailer

Television: I Want to Believe – All The Hidden Clues In The New X-Files Trailer

José Barbosa wraps on a tinfoil hat and unearths the hidden meaning in the trailer for the new 2016 X-Files reboot.
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By José Barbosa | 30th September, 2015
Senior Content Creator
The Spinoff’s TV Week: Breakfast Blunders, Background Burps and Budding Broadcasters

The Spinoff’s TV Week: Breakfast Blunders, Background Burps and Budding Broadcasters

Bringing together the TV moments of the week, including a Tame week of Seven Sharp, bizarre breakfast moments and bold background talent.
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By Group Think | 10th July, 2015
A bunch of people
Throwback Thursday: Why Do the Great Television Shows of the ’90s Still Matter Now?

Throwback Thursday: Why Do the Great Television Shows of the ’90s Still Matter Now?

This week, Alex Casey and Duncan Greive mine the extensive Lightbox catalogue to find the best shows of the '90s and argue why they are just as relevant as the fancy new shows.
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By Group Think | 9th July, 2015
A bunch of people
International Women’s Day: Celebrate With Television!

International Women’s Day: Celebrate With Television!

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By Alex Casey | 9th March, 2015
Senior writer
The Week in TV News: Roasts, Hosts and Rebooting Ghosts

The Week in TV News: Roasts, Hosts and Rebooting Ghosts

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By Alex Casey | 23rd January, 2015
Senior writer
Actor Michael McKean arrives for the TV Land Awards 10th Anniversary at the Lexington Avenue Armory in New York April 14, 2012. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly

Better Call Saul: The Many Scummy Faces of Michael McKean

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By Alex Casey | 28th November, 2014
Senior writer
Trick or Treat: Your Spooky Halloween Reading

Trick or Treat: Your Spooky Halloween Reading

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By Alex Casey | 31st October, 2014
Senior writer
Throwback Thursday: Bryan Cranston meets Vince Gilligan on The X-Files

Throwback Thursday: Bryan Cranston meets Vince Gilligan on The X-Files

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By David Farrier | 30th October, 2014
Contributing writer
Three Perfect Episodes: The X-Files

Three Perfect Episodes: The X-Files

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By David Farrier | 2nd October, 2014
Contributing writer

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