Series

Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators

Name: Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators
Released: 2023-01-01

2023 | ★ 7.1

Documentary

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Pilot Madness

2023-06-28

Six athletes with camera-ready smiles and cartoonish nicknames make their debut. Critics dismiss the rowdy show as "crash TV" — but fans take notice.

Let the Games Begin

2023-06-28

As injuries pile up and a risky stunt ends a star's career, producers add more Gladiators. A key player's meltdown is met with rumors of steroid use.

A Global Phenomenon

2023-06-28

Gladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.

Sex, Drugs & Merchandise

2023-06-28

Their third season wraps and the Gladiators go on tour. Frustrated by fatigue, injuries and low pay, core members meet with producers — and get a shock.

The Final Legacy

2023-06-28

Gladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.

Synopsis

In the '90s, TV's stunt-filled "American Gladiators" thrilled fans. This docuseries explores the show's success — and how it almost ended before it began.

Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators

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