Director Rob Bowman has high hopes that a sequel to his 1998 film spin-off of "The X-Files" franchise will soon begin production. Speaking with IGN Filmforce, he says "I know they want to do it. I spoke to David [Duchovny] and he wanted to do it. Chris [Carter] wanted to do it. I think they're just working on timing".

Will he be involved? "My involvement is not something I can control. And what I've said when I'm asked the question 'Will I direct it?' is: I have to be asked to direct it first. I'd love to direct it. But if I don't, then I just can't wait to see it because I know it'll be great".

Bowman adds "The only thing I know is it will be a stand alone story. That's what I was told. It won't be tied into the X-Files mythology. So, anybody who's never seen the X-Files can step into the movie theater and have the full experience, and really see the great chemistry between David and Gillian".

For the full interview, click here.

Thanks to 'Casey'