The True Story Behind The Dig | Netflix

Discover the true story behind Netflix's The Dig and the awe-inspiring discovery at Sutton-Hoo.

As WWII looms, a wealthy widow (Carey Mulligan) hires an amateur archaeologist (Ralph Fiennes) 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.

THE DIG stars Carey Mulligan, Ralph Fiennes, Lily James, Johnny Flynn, Ben Chaplin, and Ken Scott.

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[lstq]

I grew up with the legend of the Sutton Hoo treasure. I lived barely 5 miles up river. We went on a school educational trip to the site, and would ride out on our bikes to visit in the summer after swimming in the Deben. It was lovely to see the area depicted so well - made me quite nostalgic.

[sharonmullins]

This is one of the best shows on Netflix. Too bad they don't have more of this quality. Try giving a break to bad, sub, grade school, mindless TV. Heartbreaking, and uplifting. wonderful.

[trevorthomas]

The Dig is one of the best things I have seen in some time

[createone]

This was a wonderful movie. Ralph Fiennes was brilliant as Basil Brown. The script was beautifully done, and the cinematography was stunning. I have had an interest in the Sutton Hoo ship burial for at least 40 years. Gorgeous film.

[Stella-ddxv]

I just finish watching this movie. It makes me crying twice. It’s such an amazing and inspirational movie during this awful epidemic time. The actors perform very well, bringing me back to the river of history. The piano music is really touching and I also enjoy the beautiful landscape. I sobbed out when the boy said to Robert “I knew she’s sick, but I cannot do anything for her....”

[malahammer]

And an amazing movie. I came to see Carey and the archaeology...and left with a few tears.

[celticcheetah]

This movie really touched me. I'm locked down in London right now, but I spent a big chunk of my childhood in Norfolk, one county over from Sutton Hoo. The beautiful shots of the huge East Anglian skies - the sea and the reeds and the birds - made my heart hurt for home, but in a good way. Thanks to all involved in making this film. Wonderful.

[maria]

I cried and cried and then cried some
Marvelous

[starbird]

I love it when I can click on a film that I know nothing about. That I can be instantly drawn in by it’s extraordinary enchantment, outstanding acting, and it’s ability to capture my heart through historical polar pasts. A very warm thank you to all involved, and a production well done.

James
Phoenix Az. 2021

[adrianhough]

Really beautiful written, directed and acted. Very thoughtful themes and a genuine awe for the history involved. Well done to everyone involved!

[Zebred]

A few years ago I had to have something done at a sheet-metal fabrication shop in Kamloops B.C.. Imagine my pleasant surprise when I walked in and saw a beautiful replica of the Sutton Hoo helmet sitting on the shop counter. The shop owner had made it. I'd seen the real thing in 1982 and was quite aware of the archaeological dig. The Sutton Hoo treasures are known and appreciated around the world. The Netflix movie was excellent and as stated quite poignant on many levels.

[motomob]

I am lodging at a cottage today, a stone throw away from this place. I will visit tomorrow. I thank the serendipitous events that has bought me here..

[Canuckmom]

Watched it last weekend. Thoroughly enjoyable. Interesting story, well written. Great cast. Excellent production. 👍👍

[PreetiSingh-xgpm]

after a very long time, i saw something so amazing on Netflix...

[ralphthebulldog]

Netflix knocking it out the park again! Thank you 🙏

[jimmydroid]

The acting was great. Carey Milligan and Ralph Fiennes knock it out of the park, but the ending left some things unfinished, I guess ill need Google and Wikipedia to fill in the rest. Regardless, good movie.

[irishtrains]

Ralph Fiennes accent is brilliant. Amazing actor.

[ann-mariecordner]

I cannot believe how incredible this movie was, there should be more like this. The characters were wonderful, especially Ralph Fiennes and the moving scenes that kept rolling by, keeping me totally held to the screen. A beautiful story from the past/present and seeing the finds as shown by the British Museum, took me right back. Well done.

[gardenboots]

LOVED the movie. Wonderful to find out that it was NOT rewriting history and ruining the real story.

[bokhans]

I believe that they right now making a replica of the ship which is huge! Several brand new videos about it on YT .