Looking to watch The X-Files? Rob Bowman's 1998 Thriller film is available through several streaming and digital platforms. It's currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Rental options start at $2.99, available on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. If you'd like to own it digitally, you can buy The X-Files starting from $4.99 on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. The film holds a 69% audience score.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, The X-Files is not currently available on Netflix. You can stream it on Amazon Prime Video instead.
The X-Files is included with a subscription on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Otherwise, you can rent it from $2.99.
The most affordable option is to rent The X-Files on Amazon Video for $2.99.
Yes, you can purchase The X-Files digitally starting at $4.99 on Amazon Video.
Release Dates
Theatrical
Jun 19, 1998
DVD / Blu-ray
Dec 2, 2008
