Simon Pegg wants a role in new X-Files movie

A third installment of the paranormal investigation franchise is being developed, and the Brit actor is keen for a part, but only as long as original FBI agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully - played by David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson respectively - are included.

He told The Sun newspaper: "I was a big fan of 'The X Files' and I've become friends with Gillian since.