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• Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

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  Probably the most famous archaeologist on the planet, Indiana Jones inspired many archaeologists of this generation.

• The Librarians. Season One

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  These aren't your ordinary librarians. They are sassy, smart, tough and adventurous. This series has a great cast of characters and is perfect for fans of fantasy crime shows like "Grimm" or "Lucifer."

• The Lost City of Z

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  This movie really digs into the long and grueling nature of archaeology, all while holding out hope that you will find the thing you're looking for.

• The Goonies

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  This movie is a classic for a reason. Who doesn't want to go on a long-lost treasure hunt? It's iconic, fun and made every '80s kid wish they had something this cool (and spooky) happen in their hometown.

• National Treasure

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  This movie had everyone looking at dollar bills differently and spiked an interest in American history. There's a great puzzle at the heart of it all that seems to never end.

• The Lost City

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  Get ready for a hilarious film that brings together two unlikely heroes (a bestselling novelist and the model for her book covers) and gives the same vibes as the new "Jumanji" films. This action comedy will have you "treasuring" the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Journey to the Center of the Earth

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  Are you in the mood for a cheesy, yet wonderful adventure film? It set the precedent for the fantasy adventure films we have today. You won't even mind the 60s special effects because the story is so fun and action-packed.

• The Treasure of the Sierra Madre

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  This legendary film is cemented in Hollywood lore and for good reason. It's a well-told story with some phenomenal actors.

• As Above, So Below

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  Fans of the "found-footage" format will enjoy this interesting addition to the genre, especially considering the subject matter.

• Lara Croft, Tomb Raider

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  While this isn't an Oscar-winner, it's certainly a fun movie with a B.A. female lead. If you go into it without high expectations, just watching for a good time, then you'll be pleasantly surprised.

• The Exorcist

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  This may seem like an odd movie to have on this list, but the whole film takes off because of the mistake of an archaeologist. We wouldn't have this iconic horror movie and the story that follows without it.

• Queen of the Desert

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  With an all-star cast and breath-taking scenery, this movie is a well-filmed beauty to watch.

• That Beautiful Somewhere

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  This story just keeps going. It's full of twists and turns (that are admittedly hard to follow at points). It's interesting and for those willing to put in the effort, definitely worth a watch.

• Tomb Raider

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  Alicia Vikander takes up the mantel of this franchise so well. It's a surprisingly good continuation and reinvention of the Lara Croft story.

• The Mummy

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  While more serious than some of the other films in The Mummy franchise, the latest installment in the series will keep fans of thrillers on their toes.

• Stargate

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  This is a great science fiction addition to this list. It isn't the stereotypical archaeologist film and said archaeologist is just a side character, but it's such a great movie and definitely worth a watch.