Early reception to The Odyssey star’s surprising role shows a promising future for Ryan Coogler’s upcoming The X-Files reboot series. Emmy nominee Himesh Patel, who’s set as one of the Hulu reboot’s leading actors, is currently receiving unanimous praise for his standout supporting performance in Christopher Nolan’s star-studded epic film. This should definitely excite X-Files fans, knowing that the reboot will be in good hands with Patel.
In The Odyssey, Patel plays the role of Odysseus’ second-in-command, Eurylochus. Critics and audiences, who had seen the film before its theatrical debut on July 17, were surprised by Patel’s significant role in the movie. Since Patel wasn’t a part of most of the film’s promotional tour, people were initially under the impression that Patel’s appearance would just be a cameo. However, after seeing the movie, fans were amazed that the British actor was actually one of the most featured characters in the story. Because of this, some even expressed disappointment that the studio didn’t market him as one of the central characters.
The Odyssey reactions prove why the X-Files reboot is in good hands
Patel’s standout performance in The Odyssey will prove to X-Files fans who aren’t familiar with his work that he has what it takes to become the next face of the franchise. After the film arrives in theaters tomorrow, I suspect that the general audience worldwide will continue to acknowledge his brilliant performance. This could establish Patel as an actor whom moviegoers can’t wait to see more of. Because of this, it might bring more attention and excitement to his starring role in Coogler’s upcoming X-Files reboot.
In addition, Patel’s experience on The Odyssey can also be helpful to his preparation for the new X-Files series. Since The X-Files franchise has been known for its grueling filming conditions and stunt sequences, Patel’s physically demanding role in Nolan’s newest epic movie could help him prepare for the Hulu reboot’s production. However, it remains to be seen if Coogler’s version would also mirror the original show’s signature action sequences.
Besides Patel, the X-Files reboot will also star Danielle Deadwyler, Amy Madigan, Steve Buscemi, Devery Jacobs, and Ben Foster. It would be interesting to see Patel’s chemistry with these actors, especially after the critics have also been commending the on-screen chemistry between his character and Matt Damon’s Odysseus. Overall, despite the lack of The Odyssey promotion, I’m convinced that Patel will ultimately get the flowers he deserves with Hulu’s The X-Files reboot, which just wrapped its pilot episode.
