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The X-Files S4E8 — Tunguska (1)
8.5
The X-Files•Season 4•Episode 8

Tunguska (1)

8.5/10 · 5,045 votesNov 24, 199645 min

Ranked #6 of 24 in Season 4•+0.6 vs season avg

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Mulder is given a tip about potentially dangerous paramilitary operations on the U.S. soil but during the sting operation is surprised to find out the identity of his mysterious informant - it turns out to be Alex Krycek. Suspicious about his true motives, Mulder reluctantly

Directed byKim Manners, Rob Bowman
Written byChris Carter, Frank Spotnitz
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Episode Summary

"Tunguska (1)" is episode 8 of The X-Files season 4. It scored 8.5/10 from 5,045 votes, ranking #6 of 24 episodes this season (season average 7.9). Directed by Kim Manners, Rob Bowman and written by Chris Carter, Frank Spotnitz, it aired on November 24, 1996.

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