Dig Deeper For USA Network's New Show
February 26, 2015
By Rachel Kapur
By Rachel Kapur
The USA Network held the world premiere for a soon to be hit "Dig" at the glitzy venue Capitale in Manhattan on February 26, 2015. Co-stars Anne Heche and Jason Isaacs, as well as numerous other celebrities were in attendance for the premiere, Q&A and fabulous after party.
The creators of “Dig” are the executive producers of hit series Homeland and Heroes. This thrilling ten-part television event stars Golden Globe nominee Jason Isaacs and Emmy Award-winner Anne Heche.
The story starts when Peter Connelly (Jason Isaacs), an FBI agent recently stationed in Jerusalem, begins investigating the murder of a young American, he realizes that he has uncovered an ancient international conspiracy that threatens to change the course of human history. Certain that the dangerous prophecy is nearing fruition, Peter must race against the clock to unravel its mystery. From a remote farm in Norway, to an enigmatic compound in New Mexico, to the serpentine tunnels of Jerusalem, this immersive, fast-paced adventure will take viewers on a quest for a truth that will shake the world's beliefs to its very core.
Today Show co-host Meredith Vieira moderated a post-screening Q&A session with the cast. The producers of the show discussed how they sought to intertwine actual history and fiction into the plotlines and filming of the show. Although the storyline is fictional, there are many historical elements incorporated into it. After the Q&A, guests received a magnifying glass and gem. Those that found the word "Dig" on their gem were presented with a real gem. There were 12 of these lucky winners!
"Dig" was shot in modern day Jerusalem, Croatia and New Mexico. Tune in for the premiere on USA network Thursday, March 5 at 10/9c. #DIGDEEPER
The creators of “Dig” are the executive producers of hit series Homeland and Heroes. This thrilling ten-part television event stars Golden Globe nominee Jason Isaacs and Emmy Award-winner Anne Heche.
The story starts when Peter Connelly (Jason Isaacs), an FBI agent recently stationed in Jerusalem, begins investigating the murder of a young American, he realizes that he has uncovered an ancient international conspiracy that threatens to change the course of human history. Certain that the dangerous prophecy is nearing fruition, Peter must race against the clock to unravel its mystery. From a remote farm in Norway, to an enigmatic compound in New Mexico, to the serpentine tunnels of Jerusalem, this immersive, fast-paced adventure will take viewers on a quest for a truth that will shake the world's beliefs to its very core.
Today Show co-host Meredith Vieira moderated a post-screening Q&A session with the cast. The producers of the show discussed how they sought to intertwine actual history and fiction into the plotlines and filming of the show. Although the storyline is fictional, there are many historical elements incorporated into it. After the Q&A, guests received a magnifying glass and gem. Those that found the word "Dig" on their gem were presented with a real gem. There were 12 of these lucky winners!
"Dig" was shot in modern day Jerusalem, Croatia and New Mexico. Tune in for the premiere on USA network Thursday, March 5 at 10/9c. #DIGDEEPER