David Duchovny says a sequel to the X-Files movie is already in pre-production.

He told US movie site Moviehole.net that he and Gillian Anderson would again star.

He added: "I expect we'll be able to begin shooting in the next year or so."

And he added: "I think we're going to be introducing a new character in the film which will allow us to cast a major star, male or female, who will want to be part of an exciting supernatural thriller.

"I think the new movie will appeal to both our core fans and a broad audience. I'm very excited about it."

Source: Press Release