Ep 17. All Souls
- TV14
- April 26, 1998
- 45 min
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7.3 (3,640)
Mulder and Scully investigate the mysterious death of a young girl in a church. The child's body was found burned on a pew, and the local priest claims that she was possessed by evil spirits. Mulder believes that the girl was the victim of religious fanaticism, while Scully thinks that the answer may lie in the medical evidence.
As they investigate, Mulder begins to experience supernatural events. He sees the ghostly image of the girl and hears her voice. He becomes convinced that she is trying to tell him something, and begins to investigate the girl's past in order to uncover the truth about her death.
Meanwhile, Scully uncovers evidence that leads her to believe that the girl was not possessed, but was suffering from a rare medical condition that led to her death. However, this theory is challenged when Mulder discovers that the girl's mother was also the victim of a similar condition.
As the investigation deepens, Mulder and Scully begin to uncover a dark conspiracy that involves the church and a group of dedicated followers who believe that they can rid the world of evil through violent means. Mulder begins to believe that the girl's death was part of a larger plot, and that he may be the next target.
In the tense and gripping conclusion, Mulder and Scully race against time to unravel the conspiracy and uncover the truth about the girl's death. Along the way, they must confront their own beliefs and fears, and learn to trust each other in order to solve the case.
Overall, All Souls is a haunting and powerful episode that explores themes of faith, belief, and the struggle between good and evil. With its strong performances, taut storytelling, and eerie atmosphere, it is a standout installment in the iconic X-Files series.