David Duchovny Breaks Down His Career, from 'The X-Files' to 'Californication' | Vanity Fair

David Duchovny takes us through his multifaceted career, sharing insights from the roles he's played in ‘Twin Peaks,' 'Kalifornia,' 'The X-Files,' 'Zoolander,' 'Californication,' 'Aquarius,' 'The Chair' and 'The Bubble' as well as his new album "Gestureland."
David Duchovny stars in THE BUBBLE, available exclusively on Netflix, April 1. www.netflix.com...
David's new novella, The Reservoir, will be released on June 7.
The vinyl and CD versions of David's album, ‘Gestureland,’ will be released on May 13th.
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[@JeewanthaBandara]

This man means so much to 80s and 90s kids.

[@Kevin-gb8gb]

Huh? He means much to alot 2000s Kids as well? Just science fiction fans in general.

[@teckyify]

@@Kevin-gb8gb yeah certainly, but back then everyone was watching xfiles at the same time, not only sci fi fan. At least in the beginning.

[@dicekolev5360]

I wish he would've had more cinema success than only TV shows but still 🤠

[@CN_5amSleeper]

I’m a 2000s kid and still a huge fan of his. TXF and Californication are some of the best show imo

[@funeralgiggle3771]

Big time!

[@dakoltafletcher23]

Californication is one of those shows that almost makes you feel lost when it’s over because there’s nothing else quite like it. One of my favorites for sure ❤️

[@betkam7994]

Try bojack horseman, I find it quite similar but also very different

[@cosmicHalArizona]

Well done for spelling the name of the show (Californ.....)

[@jmw23712]

Exactly! I’ve never found a show that feels the void that one did. It’s why every couple years I watch it all again.

[@BEMEiTY]

You described that feeling perfectly.

[@jerdawg110213]

Yea..... Especially when Runkle and him were banging the same chick together! Bet you got off to that scene. 🤣🤣

[@clsrksimpton3600]

Dude is a legend. Californcation was a really enjoyable show. I watched it multiple times

[@MrVvulf]

Eddie Nero is still the most entertaining character Rob Lowe ever got to play, at least judging by screen time per laugh / WTF moment.

[@xcrystalexx]

same! i have learned a lot of my wisdom in life and ways with the ladies all thanks to hank moody

[@ole340]

I still watch it. I discovered the last season only 2 months ago. He's the only 1st role of a serie I find sympathetic, and I can't stand his wife and his daughter.

[@mathyschaplart1109]

Best comment I’ve seen in decades

[@nigelcharlson2992]

@@ole340 you may or may not know this but Californication and the character of Hank Moody are based on the character of Henry Chinaski in the book Women by Charles Bukowski. Moody and Chinaski are really only different in 3 ways. 1 Moody is hot Chinaski is not. 2 Moody actually grows to some extent where Chinaski actively chooses not to. And 3 Moody is present in his daughters life. His wife is based off the main love interest in that book in which she’s a truly terrible person.

[@TonyVega123]

I like how he recognizes how good he had it with The X-Files and that the doubts he had after doing the show for 6 or 7 years weren't valid. I think we always think the grass is greener elsewhere, but sometimes we are living our best lives right now.

[@maximus4552]

Say no more man .. (Y)

[@cosmicHalArizona]

He's got a point. Some of the later episodes got into soap opera territory.

[@catfeatherss]

@@cosmicHalArizona They probably should have ended it at 5 seasons. Supernatural is another one that went past the "best before" date.

[@Ariespath9]

Wow

[@JJ-ze6vb]

Well, if you become a multi millionaire by doing a show… you kinda should be able to tell how great you’ve got it in that moment

[@michaelgriger586]

The awesome thing about The X-Files is that the plot never ages cuz conspiracy theories never get old...its about secrets that have never truly been revealed even 30yrs later, making the show always interesting and entertaining, like the episodes could have been written yesterday! Truly amazing!! And Moulder and Scully are freakin awesome!!

[@theo.g.441]

True true

[@RandomStuff-he7lu]

Except if it was set today Mulder would say, "It's a government conspiracy to cover up aliens," and everyone would go, "Well, duh."

[@TheConnonedrum]

Fun Fact: David doesn't believe in Aliens and Gillian actually does.

[@ulflarsson9693]

X - files. One of the best series ever. Beginning to see it for about 5 weeks ago.

[@theo.g.441]

@@ulflarsson9693 enjoy my friend

[@YirbyBond00Y]

As someone who has acted in the last X-Files movie, although I never met David on the film set, he still sent me an autographed picture of himself and thanked me for being a part of this great series. My thanks to you, David!

[@gregorywilson3318]

☯️

[@cosmicHalArizona]

Good guy

[@ateosedm5690]

Yeah you're probably a liar, so...

[@michaellovely6601]

Awesome!

[@lorenheard2561]

COOL,..😎💖

[@ntando_nje]

Californication is my all time favorite show, it introduced me to a lot of great music. It was a parody done right, him being a writer and Charlie being an actual agent irl, everything was just perfect

[@kyubidzns]

Yea my favorite series of all time as well, it teached me so many life lessons

[@egor1g]

which season your fav?

[@kyubidzns]

@@egor1g idk very close between season 2 and 3

[@egor1g]

@@kyubidzns yeah, agree. Especially season 2, legendary ending

[@Dreamcatcher9000]

"It introduced me to a lot of great music". Does it have "Californication" in it? I'm not joking, I've never seen the show! :p

[@damienreloaded3379]

I really miss Hank Moody. Each year, it was like a rendez-vous with an old friend. I can't believe this tv show is...15 years old in 2022 !!

[@SamuelHauptmannvanDam]

Have you watched it, lately? It really hasn't aged that well.

[@damienreloaded3379]

@@SamuelHauptmannvanDam At YOUR point view. Not mine.

[@Nichwar19]

@@SamuelHauptmannvanDam why ?

[@DrJetset]

@@SamuelHauptmannvanDam SJW

[@SamuelHauptmannvanDam]

@@DrJetset Not at all. No fan of SWJ'ers, Cancel culture, snowflakes and what have you. I'm not offended by it. xD I'm just not entertained as much as I once was?

[@punkchick701]

I can't believe they just glossed over his career as an author! He's a fabulous writer with such a fluid and witty voice.

[@hydraxc2478]

He has music too. I didn't particularly enjoy it. But not my style.

[@jonathanlantzy7526]

I never knew about his writing. Can you recommend something?

[@inyrui]

@Han yep Hollywood AD is one of the best episodes

[@sgtgriff9967]

Can't believe they skipped Red Shoe Diaries!

[@milkshakebananaz]

@@hydraxc2478 I had so much fun at his show at the roxy! Mitch was there!!!

[@brendancronin3796]

This guy is a laid back legend ....you can't accuse him of of over acting cos he's the opposite ....HE'S THE DUDE .....hes a total minimalist....

[@trinaq]

I love David, I grew up watching "X Files", and he always impresses me in every project he's a part of. "The Truth is out there!"

[@priscilla633]

Me2!!!

[@Shadowcorp89]

Gre mat jobs for sire

[@TheConnonedrum]

Fun Fact: David doesn't believe in Aliens and Gillian actually does.

[@padawan1769]

YOU'RE EVERYWHERE I GO

[@OliBoboPlays]

You forgot about those nights watching "Red Shoes Diaries" in Golden. In the 2005

[@Sage1990x]

He’s a pure legend, but honestly I think the highlight of his career so far is X-Files. It’s just so authentic, he as well as Gillian and Mitch have cemented X-Files, the story, and those characters in cinema history. They’re irreplaceable, truly a show that can never be remade, and that’s legendary. That’s why David and Gillian are my heroes 💙

[@robd1329]

We need more Xfiles

[@sandracreighton6415]

@@robd1329 this world IS the x-files

[@kubi-2b]

@@robd1329 the reboot was a flop

[@jivepsilocybe993]

They are gunna attempt a reboot with new actors I worry for the ip

[@hoilst265]

@@jivepsilocybe993 They are never, ever gonna find a pair with the same chemistry as Duchovny & Anderson.

[@beedubs1327]

The X files is probably one of the greatest shows ever. The first 5 seasons anyway. It brought my childhood discussions sitting around the beach fire with my brothers looking at the sky to an amazing new level. It was as if we dreamed it up and the universe responded.

[@maximus4552]

Probably you live in some nice place i would say, Beach fire and things :)

[@beedubs1327]

@@maximus4552 just poor rural America on a lake. You didn’t used to have to be rich to live like that.

[@beedubs1327]

@@maximus4552 but yes, I would say it was idyllic. Free range childhood in Rural America in the early 70s was awesome. Not a dollar in my pocket or a care in the world.

[@maximus4552]

@@beedubs1327 Exactly, that should be my point thought ". 👍

[@robd1329]

I actually liked the season with the Michael McKeen

[@tuomasgrannas3656]

Californication was such an incredible show, it just captured and portrayed a certain atmosphere in a way I haven't seen done since.

[@spaceengineer1452]

His daughter was SO annoying...

[@ole340]

@@spaceengineer1452 Oh yes, so whiny! And his wife, so incoherent!

[@spaceengineer1452]

@@ole340 Exactly ! Yeah could never see the attraction for his wife. Runkle was an annoying character also, imo.

[@samleembardo6202]

A laid-back atmosphere that could switch to serious in one second

[@ole340]

@@spaceengineer1452 Oh I like Runkle! Though I would probably hate him in real life... :D

[@ContagionV]

Californication changed my life, truly a hilariously cathartic experience. I don't say things like this often because I believe actors are people just like us doing their jobs, but I truly believe David was meant for the role of Hank Moody.

[@bryancanales2095]

No other actor would’ve been as slick as him

[@rafadrath7481]

I feel the same way.

[@hansoloburger2322]

David as hank an Ty as Phil in modern family are 2 of the most perfectly cast actors in tv history

[@tol4095]

David as Hank was kind of a 'when art immitates life' thing. Thats what made it so great.

[@buffshepherd1540]

I can't believe they left out Evolution (2001). That was my introduction to Duchovny. I loved that movie as a kid!

[@kylehardy7519]

They have to leave some movies for the identical video on GQ in one week.

[@theo.g.441]

He probably doesn't want to talk about it. It lost a ton of money

[@chaberio1335]

Read my mind!

[@Amy197621]

Wasn't he in "Don't Tell Mom-The babysitter's Dead" too? :) )

[@sinnsage]

i still love that movie. it’s colorful and fun. that is sad they left that out.

[@theprosperousfox5821]

Duchovny rules in every part he plays. Californication and X-Files are excellent and timeless.

[@dannythomas417]

Kalifornia was a great movie also. Not only did it predict Duchovny's role in The X-Files, but it made me wish Michelle Forbes(Carrie) made a guest star appearance on that show.

[@owie4070]

​@@dannythomas417yes Kalifornia is great! He and Pitt worked so well together.

[@darlingquincie9030]

I love David Duchovny, Aquarius was a gem. Californication may be one of the best shows showtime has ever put out. He’s as good as any actor you could name.

[@ginomaynard6572]

I agree Californication is definitely the beginning of an era of good scripted shows on Showtime.

[@evlynealeshire5850]

I found Aquarius to be an excellent series. I wish there were cases the DD character could have worked on.

[@zeez6622]

I’m glad he admitted he was wrong to have agitated to leave the X- files so early. It would have gone much further had he stayed. Every fan felt that and it hurt. I look at how Gillian took it slow and steady and stayed the course and the universe rewarded her with opportunity after opportunity to expand her career once the X files finished.

[@blue_sweater]

David and Gillian both are legends. As simple as that. Love them. David is such fine actor and artist. I want to see him more on screen

[@xxchihirochanxx]

The X files might be one of the best tv shows ever. And honestly, Gillian and David made the show

[@cosmicHalArizona]

And Krichek

[@neonbandit5822]

@@cosmicHalArizona Haha yeah Krichek.. that black ooze out of the eyes scene is still w/ me

[@carol-dk6vc]

no “might” in this discussion lol more like definitely

[@milesvoss1406]

He seems so chill, like a good consistent flow to him, calm demeanor and what not.

[@Tonyperkis35]

Californication and X-files are definitely in my top ten shows of all time:)

[@cardinalcopia2762]

Same 🤘

[@caroljohnson5879]

I love David Duchovny! He is probably the most self aware actor out there.

[@gregorywilson3318]

☯️

[@ivanacosic680]

Awesome actor, I also can't believe he's 61! So very good-looking.

[@Sirie7206]

The X-Files was one of the best shows in history.

[@cosmicHalArizona]

American Horror too.

[@kghacks75]

My pops, used to break his back to catch X-Files on Sunday nights. He taped over a few of my elementary school plays because he didn't want to miss it. I recently watched the pilot to X-Files and I'm hooked. I'm not even mad my pops taped over all my childhood memories.

[@christopherfritz3840]

Sunday? Duh.. it was on Friday night at 9:00

[@ellenmarch3095]

@@christopherfritz3840 Not later. They were on Sundays the last several years.

[@alizahalon]

​@Christopher Fritz It was only on on Friday for the first three years.

[@Wes_5kyph1]

lol

[@kennyoconnor1523]

What a phenomenon X-Files was. Doesn't get the revolutionary credit it deserves. Long story arcs and stand-alone episodes. Genius.

[@carol-dk6vc]

i honestly think it does, it redefined tv and changed pop culture and how it’s perceived completely, maybe some younger ppl don’t know about it, but it’s a pretty well established fact how the x files revolutionized tv and many other areas.

[@drumwurzel]

Absolute tragedy Evolution was left out of this. Duchovny is hilarious in that movie. Very underrated fun early 00s movie.

[@sunshinegirl1183]

Evolution is still a go-to for me it's so funny.

[@mare4678]

its the one with head & shoulders right? :) was missing it too..

[@sunshinegirl1183]

@@mare4678 head and shoulders is the best shampoo to stop an alien invasion. "Give me back my friend, you big sphincter!"

[@MrBucketlist]

Watching it right now lol

[@brunosegat2861]

Couldnt agree more

[@manon3765]

The X-Files had a huge influence on me since the 90s (turning 36 this year). I turn to rewatches whenever facing lowpoints in life and will forever be grateful to David for co-creating Fox Mulder.

[@nellies]

I'm so glad David talked about Denise, she's my favorite and I too wish he did more episodes! I also love him so much as Mulder, I really need to rewatch X-Files again! Both shows are my two favorite shows of all time and they changed television forever. I need to watch more things he's been in, he's amazing.

[@kyubidzns]

Californication >

[@neidealvesdesouza5692]

Aquarius, very good

[@gregorywilson3318]

☯️

[@dovemilhon7035]

He's such a sweet, humble human being. I adore him.

[@momcatwoo]

He didn’t use to be. He definitely matured.

[@davidsluijsmans]

I’ve been a fan of The X-Files short of a year now and it’s completely taken over my life! I adore David so much and these videos show exactly why! He’s just so cool!!

[@neilberry1552]

Best tv show ever made

[@Chuck_EL]

@@neilberry1552 absolutely, it's my favorite show of all time

[@neilberry1552]

@@Chuck_EL great taste I applaud you 👏 any favourite episodes

[@beckbeck5110]

I have recently introduced my kids to it 😊

[@neilberry1552]

@@beckbeck5110 great choice that's great parenting

[@KalashmanNC]

Rewatching X Files right now. It’s timeless. A wonderful show.

[@luluf5937]

Definitely X files .. there will never be anything like it again. Best show you could've ever done David!

[@unknownuddin]

Californication is the best show I've ever watched. The music. The story. The characters. The best.

[@roytimmermans3075]

Yeah same here, they don't make amazing shows like that anymore

[@joellanden8739]

100% agree. Love it.

[@girlinterruptedmoment]

you’re right

[@loui4898]

The first 4 seasons maybe. Went downhill after that, and the final season was just dreadful.

[@dragulaxis]

one of best conversation on TV

[@jeremybourne7721]

He's got that Keanu Reeves chill/calm thing about him. Legend, X-Files was my favourite show growing up. I wanted to be Mulder and wanted to be with Scully, incredible casting.

[@raoulduke8085]

He’s what Keanu Reeves would have been if he became a tv actor instead of a film actor.

[@brendancronin3796]

Yeah he's defo got that Reeves vibe

[@silviahannak3213]

I dyed my hair red and was in love with suits (cause of Mulder maybe cause i thought that is looking cool)..i was young and weird..because of Scully.

[@dbcoco]

he can actually speak and express his opinions properly. Keanu barely speaks coherently

[@beckbeck5110]

I have recently started watching X Files with my kids. We try to watch one episode a night. They are really enjoying it. It reminds me of watching it with my mum when I was their age.

[@AnaGonzalez-gk3wk]

My 13 year old daughter got into it too. We watch it together on weekends!

[@juless.9544]

wow, I don't know what is wrong with me but as a 30 year old I hardly can watch it when it's dark outside 😂

[@gregorywilson3318]

@@juless.9544 scared the s*** out o’ me as a kid!! ..Still gets to me a wee bit to this very day! ☯️

[@Wes_5kyph1]

thats cool kids in this younger generation actually like/appreciate the show considering the mid-90s special effects, etc

[@mcjs8640]

David is so lovely. I have met him quite a few times and he is always kind and interested in his fans. 💜

[@lavanya_s_art]

Wish I could meet him 😢 . You guys are lucky.

[@blondieblu8819]

He is! Such a down to earth man.

[@funeralgiggle3771]

Lucky you! I wouldn’t know what to say. I think I would be starstruck.

[@MrLiverpoolfan92]

X-Files and Californication is two of my favorite shows. You`re a legend David Duchovny

[@AHAFHZS]

Why didn’t he talk about “House of D?” That movie was judged so quickly before the critics gave it a chance! He wrote it and directed it with Robin Williams!

[@mansurbergman4922]

Since both Robin Williams and Anton Yelchin have passed away, maybe it's hard for him to reflect.

[@att1413]

Rotten tomatoes gives it a 10%, so probably something to do with that.

[@juanitagonzales2203]

House of D is a flop movies because of the actress that he choose.

[@gregorywilson3318]

@@mansurbergman4922 ☯️

[@zhilubbae8707]

Just finished watching californication and i came here immediately, this guys a legend am soo gonna miss watching the show

[@ACGreviews]

Really this dude is so good

[@exist]

Hank Moody will forever be one of my favorite TV characters.

[@αρτιαννα]

David Duchovny is a delicacy of an actor. Love him.

[@Alpharabius99]

Men of culture. Writer, Actor, Singer at the same time. High quality life.

[@gregorywilson3318]

☯️

[@akirakhaldis3418]

I'm very glad Vanity Fair invited David Duchovny to break down his career ; what a surprise!

[@thcb28]

Wish he spoke more.about Evolution. Love that movie.

[@PatrickWilliams-ts4le]

I'm sure Duchovny felt the exact opposite.

[@luxlisbon7979]

“if you see the alien it’s over” luckily mulder and scully have collective amnesia ❤️

[@gregtestagent]

There are some of these oddly beautiful regrets he shares that make him endearing.

[@marinagradus8210]

As much as I love him as an actor, I love his music which not much people said about here. My favorite songs are the "Passenger" and the "Stars". Thank you David

[@ZEROisthenumber]

His music is amazing. I love his acting and writing, but his music is probably my favorite thing he does.

[@younghammer2]

I agree with David, Aquarius was a fantastic show that ended too soon.

[@ScoundrelDaysSon]

Absolutely gutted that it ended too. A genuinely brilliant TV show that deserved to run for many seasons more. And Duchovny was brilliant in it. I mean, honestly, he's a far, far, better actor than people give credit for - whether the X-Files, Californication, or Aquarius he has great comic timing, emotional authenticity, and is utterly believable. Always grounded. And he's a great writer too.

[@ole340]

Thank you, I'm just discovering it, quite good!

[@ia5662]

Mulder is the greatest TV hero of all time - I loved watching his genuine and passionate pursuit of the truth.

[@TheSAINTWARRIOR]

Duchovny is the epitome and definition of the actor that hasn't played that many roles... But the few ones he played truly made history. ❤️🎥

[@wayne_paulo]

I know that maybe David is not that proud about Hank Moody, but that character kinda save's me. I was in a deep depression, feeling tottally lost. And then, someday i watch Californication (probrably on 2007) for the first time, and i've found myself again, thanks to Hank, not all of me, but a least a little peace of myself. I saw myself in the funny parts, the loving, the caring about the family, and i've learn some new tricks about the ladies too, it was so much fun, so much freedom. I own so much for all of this. This show was my only company in so many lonely and dark times. I know that David probrably will never read this poor english message, but thank you for everything man. You're the Best Madafacka in the world. You made me laught so much, the lessons in his friendship with Charlie, and also his flaws was a great teacher too, this show, was so complete and human. Ps: My daughter's name is Rebeca, and she's so beatiful and smart as the one on the show.

[@makatron]

Recently rewarched X-Files for the second time all the way through and still holds up. That liver eating dude still gives me the creeps. Funny how that theme song used to scare the crap out of me. Hank was great too, Californication was so much fun to watch, and you can tell David had fun playing him.

[@saraphinn8090]

Liver dude is a p3do irl, that's probably why

[@peterhagan8454]

Great voice great actor what more do you need

[@atomsofstardust]

Californication and Hank Moody is the best performance of David. I swear I rewatch that show once every year or two and it’s always freaking amazing! Thank you, man, for this performance and that show, it’s incredible!

[@masztaarc]

Always loved this man. He brings peace and calm to my soul.

[@divineblue4580]

He’s handsome looking even in his 60s.

[@HotMugTV10]

Californication is ageless …. It taught me so much about life…. It can take anybody on a inner journey….. thanks to David for portraying it in a aesthetic manner… God he is one of the most talented actors ever born …. I have seen Californication multiple times…. lots of love to you David ❤

[@Randy_Bentwick]

I'm not sure why, but they overlooked Duchovny's magnificent performance in the 1991 masterpiece 'Don't Tell Mom The Babysitter's Dead'. His outstandingly moving performance as 'Bruce' was an absolute triumph, and perhaps the greatest characterisation that has ever graced the screen. It is undoubtedly the pinnacle of his career, showcasing - flawlessly - his immense talent, and should be accorded the recognition it deserves. The fact that he didn't receive more accolades for the masterclass he displayed is nothing short of shameful, and Vanity Fair did him a savage disservice by omitting any mention of it.

[@mikeschwartz6433]

Park it yourself, Metallica-breath.

[@NerkTwin9]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@zammmerjammer]

I was also amused that they left out The Red Shoe Diaries. My best friend had a huge crush on DD in high school so I had the unfortunate experience of watching the movie and many episodes of the show.

[@alexsm3882]

The 1st 4 seasons of Californication are quite possibly some of my favorite moments on tv I always dug the fact that serious Hank Moody was basically David Duchovny.

[@toraxic]

Thank you for not glossing over Kalifornia. It's an amazing movie that often gets overlooked.

[@kassjazzy]

X files was my favourite show as a kid and still love it today, currently rewatching every episode on Disney plus

[@PoppieLand]

I need to rewatch Junebug and Post-Modern Prometheus episodes

[@inyrui]

@@PoppieLand I think the episode you're referring to is called "Humbug", but if you enjoy those episodes you will love Bad Blood, Small Potatoes, and Clyde Bruckmams Final Repose as well. They have the same vibe as the two episode you mwntioned

[@mmsizzlak]

Man.... X-Files was this huge chunk of my childhood... My family would sit in front of the tv in the 90's and be mesmerized by each week... Now that my older brother and folks are gone, it's a fond memory I can hold on to, memories of being a kid with my entire family all in one room

[@yuankun99]

X-Files Forever! Man, I wish we'd get more X-Files seasons with Mulder and Scully.

[@robd1329]

Said the same thing. A few more 6 episode seasons are ok with me

[@yuankun99]

@@robd1329 Me too. Is ok to be a short season as long as we get more new episodes. I feel like 6 episodes per year would be good enough.

[@inyrui]

Seriously. Season 10 was a little meh, but season 11 really stepped up and I think was the best season since season 7. Unfortunately the ratings on the last season were the worst in the shows history so we probably won't be getting anymore X Files episodes. There are however a bunch of X Files comic's that carry on with the story where it left off, and I think they hold up as good as the show

[@mcjs8640]

I have met David several times and he is so lovely. Kind, clever, funny and cool. He also gives good hugs! 💜

[@TheGuac25]

Bring this man back for more movies or shows and a spot in the mcu or dceu

[@aprildorsey5093]

That would be soooooo cooooolllll

[@joeharney135]

X-Files is a classic and ageless - never gets old

[@PatchedBandit]

Absolutely brilliant actor. Special thanks for making Californication. It was a breath of fresh air and worth watching multiple times. There are not many TV series I will rewatch every now and then for the rest of my life but Califronication is definitely one of those few.

[@sbal0047]

The X-Files and Californication are two of my favorite shows of all time! Love David Duchovny!

[@Lisa-ef4cw]

You were fabulous in Californication!! Really....

[@Locoandchooch]

He was awesome in Californication, he was super quick with the wit part of it. Great writing and execution.

[@jldp24]

He was the coolest dude on tv for a long time..Californication cemented it.

[@adriantanase80]

this guy's a legend!and the role in californication fitted him like a glove,he was born to be hank moody!so natural ...

[@0MissElizabeth0]

It always cracks me up to see him in *Dont Tell Mom The Babysitter's Dead* whenever I go back and revisit it ..

[@hirynanasarian]

I though I was the only one that remember him in that one. By the way, I love that movie. A good light cute fashion comedy

[@ashlinhart5190]

My mom never missed an episode of The X-Files when I was growing up, and when I'm feeling homesick I binge watch it all night❤

[@Danimal77]

I'm on my 3rd or 4th rewatch of The X-Files, which has been one of my favourite shows of all-time since it originally aired in the 1990's. David and Gillian MADE the show what it was, along with the great side characters and the talented staff working behind the scenes.

[@michaellovely6601]

Plus it was a ratings juggernaut for Fox.

[@Nightowl333]

Californication might always be my favorite show of all time. When I discovered it, it just felt different, and special. It was real, funny, and still hit you deep in the feels. The music in that show is unbelievable too. Just so good I've never seen anything quite like it.

[@ohhhsnap17]

I agree with him on aquarius. That show would have thrived on Netflix and a couple more seasons it was a great show

[@benny1772]

Californication was brilliant, I’ve rewatched that show an unhealthy amount of times

[@kowalski5599]

Evolution (2001) directed by Ivan Reitman, and co-starring Orlando Jones, Julianne Moore and Sean William Scott definitely should've been included here.

[@williamwatts1281]

Duchovny is a legend

[@henriquearpini]

Californication is my favorite TV show. It's hard to find something similar with a cool protagonist with smooth lines. For me it was his best role.

[@JJ-ze6vb]

Aquarius is such a great show. So underrated.

[@tinanimitz8230]

Love this video! Thank you Vanity Fair and David Duchovny!

[@Mardenrique]

Respect! Great actor. Loved his chemistry with Gillian Anderson.

[@ronniestidolph3137]

Return to Me with Minnie Driver was my favorite movie of his after his stint with the X-Files. Yes, it's a total rom-com, but the actors that play Minnie Drivers family in the movie, in the Italian restaurant made it such an easy watch. Check it out if you haven't seen it.

[@ZEROisthenumber]

That's a good flick!

[@elva-mariehilbert5737]

Agree great cast! Actually came here wondering what he’s up to as I’m watching it now

[@ideamiles2318]

Return to Me... a RomCom? Isn't that the one where his wife and daughter swap bodies after a car accident and their their daughter dies in the wife's body? I felt like that was more a strange sci-fi drama then a comedy!

[@ivandesantis858]

Oh it just sticks me in the heart when David said there were 2 more seasons of story to tell for Aquarius because I loved that show and he's right NBC was the wrong platform for it.

[@maninchair6648]

He was great on the Larry Sanders show . RIP Garry Shandling , sorely missed.

[@lukewarmwater6412]

It amuses me that he didn't see the x files as a "movie worthy" franchise... and then made two movies based on the x files. As well as the number of young actors, such as Ryan Reynolds who played bit parts and then went on to become really famous. The x files was huge!

[@zarouliaall5390]

Yea and honestly so many others! Jack black, Aaron Paul, Bryan Cranston, Shia lebouf, and I'm sure many more

[@lukewarmwater6412]

@@zarouliaall5390 certainly anyone who is worth watching today ... now I want to find the dvd set just to see.

[@Lexman509]

Ryan Reynolds had one scene and he died. I'm not even sure he played the guy's dead, burnt corpse. :)

[@lukewarmwater6412]

He got hung, not burnt.

[@Lexman509]

@@lukewarmwater6412 ...then his coffin caught fire.

[@tinanimitz8230]

David is awesome! He so multi-talented and does a wonderful job with each of his endeavors!

[@jmt7278]

Californication is just brilliant. I watched the first episode out of curiosity and was totally hooked and spent the next month devouring each episode then felt sad that I’d finished it.

[@priyakumari9964]

Loved Him In Evolution movie & Always looking forward to Californication revival💕😍

[@ismaelvasquez-vk3it]

i love this actor his characters are 80s and 90s icons

[@shawnuel]

No Red Shoe Diaries?😁 Actually, I would have liked to see them discuss "Return to Me" one of the few old school RomComs I ever really liked.

[@fleales]

X-files is one of the greatest shows out there yet it feels so underrated and forgotten about compared to the other great shows...the sopranos, the wire etc X-files was ahead of the times

[@L-Man-Gaming]

Watching the X-Files right now because I somehow missed it growing up. It is absolutely incredible. The world building has so much care to it and of course Mulder and Scully are amazing.

[@nurbaiti_hikaru]

Thanks for having him. He is a legend.