Ratings: 'Dig' Premiere Delivers 5.8 Million Viewers on USA

Jason Isaacs stars in DIG.  Photo Credit: Scott Radloff/USA

USA Network's epic event series, DIG, opened strong, garnering a combined L3 audience of 5.8 MM total viewers, 2.2 MM in 18-49 and 2.6 MM in 25-54 - across a total of 3 airings on March 5. The international murder mystery is executive produced by Tim Kring and Gideon Raff, and stars Golden Globe nominee Jason Isaacs (Awake) and Anne Heche (Save Me, Another World)

The L3 average of the premiere telecast of DIG (March 5, 10:00 PM - 11:30 PM) had a +105% lift in total viewers over LS results, with 3.8 MM; an +88% lift in A18-49 with 1.3 MM viewers; and a +107% lift in A25-54 with 1.6 MM viewers.

Below is the combined runs across all three plays on USA on Thursday March 5 (Live+3):

'DIG' Premieres Tonight on USA, Stars Jason Isaacs and Anne Heche

Jason Isaacs stars in DIG.  Photo Credit: Scott Radloff/USA

USA Network's much-anticipated event series DIG premieres March 5 at 10 p.m. ET.

From the executive producers and creators of Heroes and Homeland (Tim Kring and Gideon Raff), DIG tells the story of a murder mystery set against the backdrop of modern day Jerusalem, a city shrouded in ancient intrigue. When FBI agent Peter Connelly (Golden Globe nominee Jason Isaacs, Awake) takes a job stationed in Israel, he has no idea what is in store for him. As he sets out to solve the murder of a young American, he soon finds himself embroiled in an international mystery that delves into the Holy Land’s darkest secrets. What Peter discovers is a conspiracy thousands of years in the making that threatens to change the course of history. While he races to figure out what it all means, he quickly finds that he may not be the only one searching for answers.

USA Network Will Unveil 15 Second 'DIG' Ad During Super Bowl

Anne Heche stars in DIG.

USA Network announced today that it will unveil a Super Bowl spot for DIG, its highly anticipated 10-episode event series, premiering March 5 at 10 p.m. ET. The :15 second spot will feature clips from the international production and series stars including Golden Globe nominee Jason Isaacs (Awake) and Emmy Award-winner Anne Heche (Save Me, Another World).

DIG is executive produced by Tim Kring (Heroes) and Gideon Raff (Homeland).

Check out a new behind the scenes interview with Anne Heche below:

USA Orders Four Additional Episodes of 'DIG'

Jason Isaacs stars as FBI agent Peter Connelly in DIG.

USA Network has ordered four additional episodes of the highly anticipated event series DIG, bringing the series to a total of 10 episodes. Additionally, the network announced that the thriller will premiere on Thursday, March 5. DIG is executive produced by powerhouse auspices Tim Kring (Heroes) and Gideon Raff (Homeland), and comes from Universal Cable Productions. The pilot was shot in Israel, and subsequent episodes are being shot in Croatia and New Mexico.

“We knew when we saw the exceptional pilot and immersed ourselves into the incredible world of intrigue that Tim and Gideon have created with DIG that we wanted more,” said McCumber. “With its multi-layered story, international locations, cinematic production and immensely talented cast -- DIG promises to be a must-watch event series.”

Lauren Ambrose Joins the Cast of USA Network's International Thriller 'DIG'

Emmy nominated actress Lauren Ambrose (Six Feet Under) has been cast in USA Network's six episode event series DIG, a dramatic thriller from co-creators and executive producers Tim Kring (Heroes) and Gideon Raff (Homeland). She joins previously announced stars Golden Globe nominated actor Jason Isaacs (Awake), Emmy Award-winning actress Anne Heche (Save Me, Another World), Alison Sudol (A Fine Frenzy), Golden Globe Award-winning actress Regina Taylor (The Unit), David Costabile (Breaking Bad) and Tony Award nominee Omar Metwally (Non-Stop).

Ambrose will play Debbie a dedicated follower of evangelist Ted Billingham (Costabile). She spends most of her time looking after fellow disciple 13-year-old Josh (Zen McGrath), but when Josh suddenly disappears, Debbie begins to question the beliefs and choices that have led her to this isolated place.

Jason Isaacs to Star in USA Network International Thriller DIG

Jason Isaacs (AWAKE) has been tapped to play the lead role in USA Network's six episode event series DIG, an action adventure drama from co-creators and executive producers Tim Kring (HEROES) and Gideon Raff (HOMELAND). Isaacs will play Peter, an FBI agent stationed in Jerusalem who, while investigating a murder of a young female archeologist, uncovers a conspiracy 2000 years in the making. DIG, from Universal Cable Productions (UCP) and developed by Keshet in association with BermanBraun, will shoot in Jerusalem as well as in other international locations. The event series will premiere on USA Network in late 2014.