The Tenth Season of The X-Files began airing in the United States on 24 January 2016, concluding on February 22, 2016, and consisting of six episodes. Gillian Anderson, David Duchovny, and Mitch Pileggi reprise their iconic roles as members of the FBI investigating paranormal cases just like they used to do. The first episode was given a world premiere in Cannes on 6 October 2015 at MIPCOM (Marché International des Programmes de Communication).