piThe X-Files iwas one of the most subversive and longest-running science fiction series in US television history. Yet very little serious work has been done to examine the hit series. iDeny All Knowledgei examines topics such as p- Why is the series such a hit worldwide p- Why is iThe X-Filesi so popular online, generating dozens of websites and chat groups daily p- How does iThe X-Filesi' iConspiracy Theoryi compares to shows from the 1950s p- Can iThe X-Filesi be considered a modern-day myth p- What does iThe X-Filesi tell us about gender roles todayp