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The Dig

6.820211h 52mPG-13MovieDramaHistory

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.

DirectorSimon Stone
WriterMoira Buffini
ProducersGabrielle Tana·Ellie Wood

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Cast · Directed by Simon Stone

Carey Mulligan
Carey Mulligan
Edith Pretty
Ralph Fiennes
Ralph Fiennes
Basil Brown
Lily James
Lily James
Peggy Piggott
Johnny Flynn
Johnny Flynn
Rory Lomax
Ben Chaplin
Ben Chaplin
Stuart Piggott
Ken Stott
Ken Stott
Charles Phillips
Archie Barnes
Archie Barnes
Robert Pretty
Monica Dolan
Monica Dolan
May Brown
Eamon Farren
Eamon Farren
John Brailsford
Paul Ready
Paul Ready
James Reid Moir
Peter McDonald
Peter McDonald
Guy Maynard
Stephen Worrall
Stephen Worrall
Ferryman

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The Dig — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Dig?

The Dig is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in United States.

Is The Dig on Netflix?

Yes — The Dig is available on Netflix in United States as of August 2026.

Is The Dig on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Dig isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Netflix and Netflix Standard instead.

Where can I watch The Dig for free?

The Dig is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is The Dig based on a true story?

Yes — The Dig is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).