David Duchovny, star of ‘90s cult television show “The X-Files,” gave diehard fans a bit of hope this weekend as he talked about a film sequel in the works.

Duchovny spoke on Saturday at the Television Critics Association press tour, informing all that the film made in 1998, based on the TV series, is close to getting a sequel. He said the original cast and crew members have already signed up for the sequel.

Duchovny, 46, who became world-famous as FBI special agent/ conspiracy theorist Fox Mulder, said the film is slated for a 2008 release. “I'm supposed to see a script next week,” the actor said.

X-Files creators Chris Carter and Frank Spotnitz have written a screenplay, and Carter wants to direct. Duchovny will also team up with longtime on-screen sleuthing partner Gillian Anderson, who will resume her starring role as agent Dana Scully, Duchovny said.

“The X-Files” was hugely successful in the 1990s. The first episode aired in 1993 and the series went on until 2002. By that time, both of its initial stars, Duchovny and Anderson, had left the show.

Throughout its existence, the series won Emmys, Golden Globes and Screen Actors Guild Awards. Both Anderson and Duchovny won Golden Globe awards for the best male and female actors in a drama series in 1997.

The upcoming sequel has reportedly suffered delays due to legal disputes between creator Chris Carter and 20th Century Fox Television. Carter sued the company, alleging breach of contract and contractual interference, among others, according to Reuters.

Duchovny’s new Showtime comedy series, “Californication,” debuts August 13. He was promoting his new project at the Television Critics Association press tour when he revealed the details about the X-Files sequel.