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S8·E16 Three Words

Episode
Season 8, Episode 16
Air Date
April 8, 2001
Runtime
45 minutes
Director
Tony Wharmby
Writers
Chris Carter, Frank Spotnitz
Score
7.5/10 (36 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired April 8, 2001 45 min ★ 7.5/10 · 36 TMDB votes

Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.

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Synopsis

Mulder's request for reassignment to the X-Files is denied by Kersh, who hopes that Mulder will simply quit the FBI. When a census worker is killed on the White House lawn trying to get information to the President, Mulder gets in over his head trying to discover what the man knew.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 8 Episode 16 of The X-Files air?

Season 8, Episode 16 ('Three Words') originally aired on April 8, 2001.

How long is Season 8 Episode 16 ('Three Words')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 45 minutes.

What happens in The X-Files Season 8 Episode 16?

Mulder's request for reassignment to the X-Files is denied by Kersh, who hopes that Mulder will simply quit the FBI. When a census worker is killed on the White House lawn trying to get information to the President, Mulder gets in over his head trying to discover what the man knew....

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