Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators (2023)
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.
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Episode 1 - Pilot Madness
Release Date: 2023-06-28Six athletes with camera-ready smiles and cartoonish nicknames make their debut. Critics dismiss the rowdy show as "crash TV" — but fans take notice.
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Episode 2 - Let the Games Begin
Release Date: 2023-06-28As 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.
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Episode 3 - A Global Phenomenon
Release Date: 2023-06-28Gladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.
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Episode 4 - Sex, Drugs & Merchandise
Release Date: 2023-06-28Their 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.
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Episode 5 - The Final Legacy
Release Date: 2023-06-28Gladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.