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Peacock Greenlights 'Dig,' Reuniting Amy Poehler and Mike Schur

The new comedy series, based on Kate Myers' novel 'Excavations,' will feature Poehler as co-writer, executive producer, and star.

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Overview

  • Peacock has officially ordered 'Dig,' a half-hour comedy series produced by Universal Television.
  • Amy Poehler and Mike Schur will co-write the pilot, serve as executive producers, and reunite for their first collaboration since 'Parks and Recreation' ended in 2015.
  • 'Dig' is an adaptation of Kate Myers' 2023 novel 'Excavations,' centered on four women at an archaeological dig in Greece who uncover a history-altering secret.
  • The production team includes J.J. Philbin, Morgan Sackett, Dave Becky, David Miner, Sharon Jackson, Kate Arend, Jordan Grief, and author Kate Myers as co-executive producer.
  • The series expands Peacock's growing slate of original content, emphasizing high-profile creative partnerships to compete in the streaming market.