I wasn't a big science-fiction fan growing up. But I loved Jules Verne and Sherlock Holmes. Both came into play on 'The X-Files.'

Respect yourself, your Opponent and the Game

Learning to fly an airplane taught me a way of thinking, an approach to problem-solving that was applicable and effective. Pilots are very methodical and meticulous, and artists tend not to be.

I wasn't a big science-fiction fan growing up. But I loved Jules Verne and Sherlock Holmes. Both came into play on 'The X-Files.'

When something original works, then everyone wants to copy it. But if you're trying to do something that no one's ever seen before it's frightening.

It's really hard to scare people on network television. You've got to be smart about it. You've got to parcel out the scares.

He is a leader among leaders.