Amy Poehler’s upcoming Peacock comedy Dig is expanding its cast ahead of its November premiere. Max Greenfield, Jason Mantzoukas, Noma Dumezweni, Brennan Lee Mulligan and Dan Bucatinsky have joined the series, which reunites Poehler with Parks and Recreation collaborator Michael Schur.
According to Variety, five actors have joined the cast of Peacock’s upcoming comedy Dig. Mantzoukas, Dumezweni and Mulligan will appear in recurring roles, while Greenfield and Bucatinsky will guest star. The additions bring several familiar television performers to the archaeology-themed series.
Mantzoukas will portray Lambros, a local store owner who occasionally takes treasures discovered at the excavation site. Mulligan plays Marcus Robertson Jr., a wealthy potential financial supporter, while Dumezweni portrays Evelyn, the mother of Antonia Thomas’ character, Clare. Greenfield will appear as art dealer Andrew, and Bucatinsky will play museum director Fritz.
Based on Kate Myers’ novel Excavations, the series follows archaeologists working at a dig site in Greece who discover a mysterious artifact. Poehler stars alongside Hugh Laurie, Geraldine Viswanathan, Antonia Thomas and Fina Strazza. All 10 episodes are scheduled to premiere on Peacock on November 23rd, 2026.
