S5·E1 Redux (2)
Narrative Classification: Season premiere establishing core conflicts and serialized narrative stakes.
Synopsis
Scully helps Mulder fake his own death in order for him to go undetected through the Department of Defence and find out the answers to his new questions about the government hoax concerning the existence of extraterrestrial life. Meanwhile, at a joint FBI/DOD inquiry, Scully's attempt to drive out the Conspiracy's informant is halted as her cancer takes a bad turn.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 5 Episode 1 of The X-Files air?
Season 5, Episode 1 ('Redux (2)') originally aired on November 2, 1997.
How long is Season 5 Episode 1 ('Redux (2)')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for The X-Files.
What happens in The X-Files Season 5 Episode 1?
Scully helps Mulder fake his own death in order for him to go undetected through the Department of Defence and find out the answers to his new questions about the government hoax concerning the existence of extraterrestrial life. Meanwhile, at a joint FBI/DOD inquiry, Scully's attempt to drive out t...
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