As such, X-Files devotees still have a lot of questions about the upcoming reboot, which is being made by Sinners and Black Panther director Ryan Coogler. Or will it take place in the same timeline as the original series? And I'm assuming David will too, so you will see Mulder and Scully there.” It means that this series will be taking place in the continuity of the original series. X-Files creator Chris Carter with David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson Image: Merrick Morton/20th Century Fox/Everett CollectionGiven the reboot, I asked Carter if Coogler’s series may make a continuation of the original series more complicated.