S8·E20 Essence (1)
- Episode
- Season 8, Episode 20
- Air Date
- May 13, 2001
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- Director
- Kim Manners
- Writer
- Chris Carter
- Score
- 7.5/10 (39 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Main Arc (Crucial)
Narrative Classification: Pre-finale climax accelerating overarching mythology and major character reckonings.
Synopsis
Mulder and Doggett join forces to investigate the arson attack on a genetics lab where one of the doctors suspected of experimenting with alien impregnation is killed. They encounter Billy Miles, who has been changed into an alien replicant after his recent abduction and is attempting to erase evidence of the tests. When a woman helping Scully out at home is found to be a part of the conspiracy, the agents, along with Monica Reyes and Alex Krycek, know they must protect Scully and her baby from Billy Miles and get her out of the city.
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When did Season 8 Episode 20 of The X-Files air?
Season 8, Episode 20 ('Essence (1)') originally aired on May 13, 2001.
How long is Season 8 Episode 20 ('Essence (1)')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 45 minutes.
What happens in The X-Files Season 8 Episode 20?
Mulder and Doggett join forces to investigate the arson attack on a genetics lab where one of the doctors suspected of experimenting with alien impregnation is killed. They encounter Billy Miles, who has been changed into an alien replicant after his recent abduction and is attempting to erase evide...
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