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The Dig

MovieReleased Jan 2021112 min$15M budget
Drama#1750History#228
Movie Rank
May 28, 2026
#4,130
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Buzz Score
May 28, 2026
0.4
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The Dig

The Dig is a historical drama film based on the true events surrounding the 1939 Sutton Hoo excavation in England. Directed by Simon Stone, the film follows amateur archaeologist Basil Brown as he discovers a medieval burial ship, leading to a significant archaeological find. The movie delves into the themes of history, identity, and the fragile nature of human existence. With its impressive cast, beautiful cinematography, and emotional storytelling, The Dig offers a captivating exploration of the past and the impact it has on our present.

Released
2021
Runtime
112 min
Rating
PG-13
Budget
$15M
Status
Released
Streaming
NetflixNetflix Standard with Ads
Rankings
#4,130All Movies#1,750Drama#228History
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Daily update · May 28, 2026

The Dig ranks #4,130 most popular movie with a Buzz Score of 0.4. It peaked at #150 of all time (Jan 29 - Feb 27, 2021). It ranks #2,952 over the past 365 days.

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Ranks on May 28, 2026

Overall and genre
#4,130
Movies
#1,750
Drama
#228
History

Ranking History

Peak, 1-year, and top-chart days
Peak Buzz Score
66.1
#150Overall rank
Jan 29 - Feb 27, 2021
1-Year Buzz Score
0.6
#2,952Overall rank
Last 365 days
Days at #1
0
Past 365 days
Days in Top 10
0
Past 365 days
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Top Cast

Most popular The Dig cast members by current Buzz Score on May 28, 2026
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#1
Ralph Fiennes
as Basil Brown
7.1
#2
Carey Mulligan
as Edith Pretty
6.1
#3
Lily James
as Peggy Piggott
3.5
#4
Johnny Flynn
as Rory Lomax
0.9
#5
Ben Chaplin
as Stuart Piggott
0.5
#6
Peter McDonald
as Guy Maynard
0.5
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