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The Dig

PG-1320211h 52mSimon Stone
IMDb 7.1 · Rotten Tomatoes 87% · Metacritic 73

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"Nothing stays lost forever."

As WWII looms, a wealthy widow hires an amateur archaeologist to excavate the burial mounds on her estate. When they make a historic discovery, the echoes of Britain's past resonate in the face of its uncertain future‎.

DramaHistory
Based On Novel Or BookExcavationSingle ParentBased On True StoryClass DifferencesArchaeologistArchaeological DigExcavator1930sSuffolk, England

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Dig (2021) about?

As WWII looms, a wealthy widow hires an amateur archaeologist to excavate the burial mounds on her estate. When they make a historic discovery, the echoes of Britain's past resonate in the face of its uncertain future‎.

Who stars in The Dig?

The Dig stars Carey Mulligan (Edith Pretty), Ralph Fiennes (Basil Brown), Lily James (Peggy Piggott), Johnny Flynn (Rory Lomax), Ben Chaplin (Stuart Piggott). The film was directed by Simon Stone.

How long is The Dig?

The Dig has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2021. It is rated PG-13.

Is The Dig worth watching?

The Dig holds an IMDb rating of 7.1/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 87. Fans of Drama, History are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch The Dig?

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