David Duchovny Confirms 'Cigarette Smoking Man' and 'Skinner' Will Return for 'X-Files' Reboot

In spite of contracts not being confirmed by the network yet, X-Files would need to bring back some other familiar faces besides Duchovny and rumored real-life love Anderson to make it feel legitimate, right? After several years of keeping his office chair warm, Skinner became a beloved and crucial cast member.

A show like this needed a few consistent villains, and CSM was by far the most popular of those. It will be interesting how they work around things, though, because in the 13 years since The X-Files left prime-time television smoking is no longer acceptable to show.

Do you think Duchovny's inside info is likely to be on point and just not confirmed yet? What other characters would you like to see return for the limited run? Are you excited to see this show return to television, likely early next year? Tell us your thoughts in the comments section below.