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Digging The Great Escape

20111h 12mMovieDocumentaryWar

The classic movie "The Great Escape" was based on a real life escape attempt during the second world war. This documentary follows Archaeologists who are trying to find the original tunnels dug by the real prisoners of war who escaped.…

DirectorsPaul Nelson·Brian Rice

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Cast · Directed by Paul Nelson

JLJack Lyon
Jack Lyon
Himself
RO
Richard Osgood
Self - MoD Archaeologist
PMPaul McGann
Paul McGann
narrator
FS
Frank Stone
Self Stalag Luft III, 1943-45
AB
Alan Bryett
Self Stalag Luft III, 1943-45
HT
Howard Tuck
Self Historian
PW
Philip Westwood
Self - Chief Engineer
TP
Tony Pollard
Self - Chief Archaeologist
JC
John Le Cornu
Self - Royal Air Force

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Digging The Great Escape — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Digging The Great Escape?

Digging The Great Escape isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Digging The Great Escape on Netflix?

No, Digging The Great Escape is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is Digging The Great Escape on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Digging The Great Escape isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Digging The Great Escape for free?

Digging The Great Escape isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Digging The Great Escape?

Digging The Great Escape hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around January 16, 2012. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.