If you love the hobby (or you’re shopping for your first machine), watching real-world and scripted detecting content is a fun way to learn the rhythm of a hunt: research, permissions, recovery, and the “what is it?!” moment.
Streaming availability changes by country and service, so each item includes (1) a reliable “watch now” hub, and (2) an IMDb page for quick reference.
Series (Metal Detecting is prominent)
Detectorists (2014–2017 + specials)
A UK comedy-drama about two friends in a detecting club. It’s one of the most “true-to-the-hobby” shows ever made—quietly funny, with big heart.
- Watch/availability: JustWatch listing
- Reference: IMDb
Diggers (2013–2016)
Reality series following detectorists as they search for American history—coins, relics, and memorable “bucket list” finds.
- Watch/availability: JustWatch listing
- Reference: IMDb
American Digger (2012–2013)
A relic-hunting series focused on finding and recovering historical artifacts, often with negotiation and appraisal elements.
- Watch/availability: JustWatch listing
- Reference: IMDb
Duck Family Treasure (2022– )
The Robertson family (Duck Dynasty) teams up with treasure hunters using metal detectors and other tools to chase stories—and finds—across the U.S.
- Watch/availability: JustWatch listing
- Reference: IMDb
The Curse of Oak Island (2014– )
Not a pure “metal detecting show,” but metal detection and scanning tools are regularly part of the search toolkit as the team investigates one of the most famous treasure legends.
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- Reference: IMDb
Expedition Unknown (2015– )
Adventure/history series where detection gear sometimes appears in treasure and archaeology-themed episodes. Great “mystery + exploration” energy.
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- Reference: IMDb
Time Team (1994–2014; specials)
A classic archaeology series. Metal detecting frequently plays a practical role in surveys—especially for locating productive areas before excavation.
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- Reference: IMDb
Digging for Britain (2010– )
UK archaeology series. Like Time Team, it’s not “metal detecting only,” but detecting often appears as part of finding and interpreting history.
- Watch/availability: JustWatch listing
- Reference: IMDb
Movies (Treasure-hunt vibe; some include detecting scenes)
These aren’t all “metal detecting movies,” but they scratch the same itch: maps, clues, hidden history, and the rush of discovery. Streaming availability changes often, so each one links to a live availability hub.
Fool’s Gold (2008)
Light, fun treasure-hunt movie with lots of searching and recovery energy.
- Watch/availability: JustWatch listing
- Reference: IMDb
Sahara (2005)
Adventure film built around a historical mystery and a treasure chase across harsh terrain.
- Watch/availability: JustWatch listing
- Reference: IMDb
The Goonies (1985)
Classic treasure adventure. Not about detectors, but it’s a top “treasure mindset” watch.
- Watch/availability: JustWatch listing
- Reference: IMDb
National Treasure (2004)
A modern classic puzzle-box treasure hunt with history, clues, and big reveals.
- Watch/availability: JustWatch listing
- Reference: IMDb
Into the Blue (2005)
Underwater recovery and “what’s down there?” treasure energy—more diving than detecting.
- Watch/availability: JustWatch listing
- Reference: IMDb
How to find where to watch (fast)
- Click the JustWatch link for the title (it usually shows live availability across Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, Disney+, Apple TV, Max, Paramount+, Peacock, and more).
- If you don’t see your service, try switching the country/region selector on JustWatch.
- If you’re writing a blog and want to avoid stale “Where to watch” claims, link to JustWatch (or the official network page) rather than naming one platform in body copy.
