Movies and TvShows featuring "archaeological-dig" theme.

Exorcist: The Beginning follows a disillusioned priest who faces his own demons while investigating an archaeological dig in Kenya, uncovering an ancient evil that threatens humanity.

Dominion: Prequel to The Exorcist is set in Africa during World War II and follows the story of an archaeologist who discovers an ancient artifact with supernatural powers. As the Nazis invade and a crisis of faith arises, the archaeologist must confront his own demons and the forces of evil.

In the year 2012, an archaeologist embarks on a treasure hunt and cave excavation to uncover the secrets of a historical sect known as the Cathars in 13th century France. The show explores the dual storylines of the present and the past, revealing the conspiracy and persecution faced by the Cathars. With sword fights, sieges, and medieval settings, this epic fantasy adventure is filled with intrigue and drama.

Dr Alice Roberts follows a year of British archaeology, joining up the results of digs and investigations the length of the country.

In 1939, an archaeologist in Suffolk, England begins a major excavation of a burial mound on a wealthy widow's land. The dig attracts worldwide attention as it uncovers an ancient Anglo-Saxon ship burial. As the dig progresses, personal and political tensions arise, and the characters confront their own desires and motivations. The excavation ultimately reveals the extraordinary story buried beneath the mounds.

In 1895, an archaeologist named Stephen Banning accidentally awakens an ancient mummy named Kharis while exploring an Egyptian tomb. The mummy begins to wreak havoc, seeking revenge for the desecration of the tomb and the death of his beloved princess. As the curse spreads, Stephen's son must find a way to stop the mummy before it's too late.

Ishtar follows the misadventures of Lyle Rogers and Chuck Clarke, two struggling singer-songwriters who find themselves caught up in a dangerous political plot while performing in Morocco. They unwittingly become involved in a secret operation by the CIA, and chaos ensues as they try to navigate the treacherous world of espionage and the dangerous Sahara Desert. Along the way, they encounter a variety of eccentric characters and find themselves in hilarious and perilous situations.

A life as dramatic as her work. Lucy Worsley discovers the origins of Agatha Christie's macabre magic - and with some compelling characters, uncovers carefully concealed secrets.

An amateur historian, Philippa Langley, defies the stodgy academic establishment in her relentless efforts to discover the lost remains of King Richard III, which had been buried beneath a carpark in Leicester for over 500 years. Her determination challenges the skepticism of experts and academics, forcing them to reevaluate the controversial king's place in England's history.

An expedition led by an investigator is on a quest to find the treasure of Genghis Khan. They must navigate through dangerous situations, including encounters with an evil criminal mastermind and his daughter, who are after the treasure as well. The investigators face torture, deception, witchcraft, and other challenges in their mission.

Set in the 1920s, March or Die follows an archaeologist who leads a French Foreign Legion squad on an expedition into the Sahara Desert. They encounter epic battles, tribal warfare, and a buried tomb, leading to a final showdown against all odds.

Betriek lives on the edge of a bog in the Netherlands. When she and her family are attacked by a stranger one night, Betriek sets out to find an explanation. The more she digs, the more she becomes convinced that she is being hunted by something ancient.

When her father goes missing during an archaeological expedition, a young woman embarks on a journey to find him. Along the way, she discovers an underground city and faces various challenges in her quest for answers.

Neil Oliver, Chris Packham, Andy Torbet and Dr Shini Somara join hundreds of archaeologists from around the world who have gathered in Orkney to investigate at one of Europe's biggest digs.

A group of college students on an archaeological dig in Native American ruins accidentally unleash a vengeful ghost. The ghost seeks revenge by scalping and killing anyone who desecrates the burial ground.

In The Dragon Pearl, a teenage girl and boy join forces to find a powerful Chinese dragon pearl that has been hidden in an Australian archaeological dig. Along the way, they encounter magic, flying, and a mysterious thief. Together, they unravel the secrets of the tomb and solve puzzles to unlock the power of the dragon pearl.

A mysterious tomb is unearthed in the catacombs under Rome, the contents of which contain evidence of an ageless evil that may once have preyed on man.

Paleo anthropologist Lee Berger leads an expedition in South Africa to uncover the secrets of the world's oldest graveyard. They find evidence that a small-brained, ape-like creature, Homo Naledi, practiced complex burial rituals. The discovery challenges the current understanding of human origins and reveals a culture capable of spirituality and creative impulses.

Thanks to new excavations in Mauritius and Madagascar, as well as archival and museum research in France, Spain, England and Canada, a group of international scholars paint a new portrait of the world of piracy in the Indian Ocean.

Survival Code takes place in the year 2045, where a murder investigation in the Arctic leads to a dangerous conspiracy involving oil and gas exploration, rival sectors, and a deadly game of survival.