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The X-Files S8E3 — Patience
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The X-Files•Season 8•Episode 3

Patience

7.4/10 · 3,451 votesNov 19, 200045 min

Ranked #15 of 21 in Season 8•−0.3 vs season avg

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While tackling his first X-File case about a series of gruesome murders surrounding a bat-like creature, Doggett quickly learns that his investigative techniques are somewhat dissimilar to Scully's.

Directed byChris Carter
Written byChris Carter
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Gillian Anderson

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Robert Patrick

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Episode Summary

"Patience" is episode 3 of The X-Files season 8. It scored 7.4/10 from 3,451 votes, ranking #15 of 21 episodes this season (season average 7.7). Directed by Chris Carter and written by Chris Carter, it aired on November 19, 2000.

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