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The X-Files· Season 3 · Episode 17

Pusher

S03E17·8.5·February 23, 1996·1h·FOX

Mulder and Scully are asked to help in a case involving Robert Patrick Modell, a murderer possessing a psychic ability to force his will onto people. Due to a brain tumor that is slowly killing him, he is searching for a "worthy adversary" and he forces Mulder into a battle of mind over matter.

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#3In Season 3of 24 rated episodes
#19All-timeof 218 rated episodes
+0.6vs season avgSeason 3 averages 7.9
1996First airedFebruary 23, 1996

Guest stars

Mitch PileggiMitch Pileggias Assistant Director Walter SkinnerRobert WisdenRobert Wisdenas Robert Patrick Modell aka Pusher
Janyse JaudJanyse Jaudas Nurse
Vic PolizosVic Polizosas Agent Frank Burst
Henry Watsonas Bailiff
Julia ArkosJulia Arkosas Holly
Roger CrossRoger Crossas SWAT LieutenantSteve BacicSteve Bacicas Agent Collins
Don MacKayDon MacKayas Judge
Ernie Foortas Lobby Guard
D. Neil MarkD. Neil Markas Deputy Scott Kerber
Meredith Bain Woodwardas Defense Attorney
Brent Sheppardas Prosecutor
Darren Lucasas Lead SWAT Cop

Crew

Rob BowmanRob BowmanDirector
Vince GilliganVince GilliganWriter

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