Amy Poehler, Hugh Laurie, and Michael Schur unearth trailer for Dig
In Dig, the former Leslie Knope says "yup" to an archeological conspiracy, so long as she doesn't bury herself or her team of college students first.
The highly anticipated comedy series Dig is set to premiere on Peacock next month, amid excitement from Parks and Recreation fans. Created by Michael Schur, co-star Amy Poehler, and her Parks and Rec costar, the new show debuts on November 23, ready to mark Thanksgiving schedules. Poehler plays Elise, an underling to renowned British archaeologist Neville (played by Hugh Laurie), who prefers to cling to his career rather than retire, often hindering Elise's professional growth.
Their journey takes a turn when Elise stumbles upon a unique artifact in Greece, thrusting her and her team onto the radar of an international conspiracy.
Based on Kate Myers' novel Excavations, Dig isn't a spiritual successor to Parks and Recreation as one might infer from its association with the original series. Despite sharing a few elements, the show offers a different narrative, focusing on Elise's struggles and triumphs rather than the optimistic spirit of her Parks and Recreation predecessor.
Poehler's character, Elise, is portrayed as someone who feels overlooked and underappreciated by her superiors, marking a significant departure from her previous upbeat local governance fanatic role. With all 10 episodes ready for streaming on Peacock, fans can look forward to a fresh narrative that delivers on the comedic promise inherited from its talented creators.
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