Ep 17. Pusher

Mulder and Scully are called in to investigate a bizarre case involving a man named Robert Modell, who has the ability to control people's minds through suggestion. Modell, also known as "Pusher," has already been caught once by law enforcement, but has managed to escape without a trace.

As Mulder and Scully delve into Modell's past, they discover several other instances of people falling under his control, including a hospital orderly who murdered several patients at Modell's behest. As they try to piece together the puzzle of Modell's abilities and his motives, Modell himself contacts them and begins to toy with their minds.

At first, Modell seems interested in simply playing games with Mulder and Scully, taking control of their actions in order to test the limits of his abilities. But as the investigation heats up and Modell's freedom is threatened once again, he becomes more aggressive, targeting Mulder and Scully directly with his mind control.

The tension in the episode builds steadily as Modell's control over Mulder and Scully becomes more and more pronounced. The two agents are forced to confront their own fears and insecurities as they grapple with the possibility of losing control over their own minds.

In the end, the episode climaxes in a tense confrontation between Modell and Mulder, with the fate of both men hanging in the balance. The resolution of this confrontation, along with the unraveling of Modell's ultimate plan, keep viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end.

Overall, "Pusher" is a thrilling and thought-provoking episode of The X-Files that explores the limits of human control and the power of suggestion. Full of suspense and emotional depth, it is an excellent addition to the show's already impressive roster of episodes.