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201222 minPGdocumentary

6.7/ 10(64 ratings)• TMDB

American Digger

201222 minPGdocumentary

6.7/ 10(64 ratings)• TMDB

Frank Huguelet and his company American Savage search the United States for buried historical artifacts, showcasing their findings and challenges along the way.

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Frank Huguelet and his company American Savage search the United States for buried historical artifacts, showcasing their findings and challenges along the way.

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John Sturges

John Sturgesdirector

Robert Taylor

Robert Taylorcast

Richard Widmark

Richard Widmarkcast

Patricia Owens

Patricia Owenscast

Robert Middleton

Robert Middletoncast

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American Digger is an American reality television series airing on Spike. The show follows former professional wrestler Frank Huguelet and his company American Savage as they search the United States for buried historical artifacts. The second season of the show was retitled Savage Family Diggers as Savage's wife Rita and son Nick join the crew. On August 7, 2012, Spike TV announced that American Digger had been renewed for a second thirteen episode season. Filming of the new season began Fall 2012 and will air in Spring 2013.

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