Duchovny first noticed Martin in a production of the musical "Rent", and later during a guest appearance on "Ally McBeal", during which Duchovny decided that Martin's portrayal had the "right feel" for the lead role.
Duchovny first noticed Martin a few years prior to season six in a production of the musical "Rent", and later during a guest appearance on "Ally McBeal". It was during his "Ally McBeal" performance that Duchovny decided that Martin's portrayal had the "right feel" for the lead role.