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📊 Series Specifications
Network Netflix
Episode Runtime ~ min
Total Seasons 1
Total Episodes 5
Original Language EN
Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators (2023)
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Ended Series Status:
This series has concluded and all seasons are available for tracking.
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.
Seasons & Episodes
Season 1 (Limited Series)
5 Episodes E1 Pilot Madness
Six athletes with camera-ready smiles and cartoonish nicknames make their debut. Critics dismiss the rowdy show as "crash TV" — but fans take notice.
E2 Let the Games Begin
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.
E3 A Global Phenomenon
Gladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.
E4 Sex, Drugs & Merchandise
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.
E5 The Final Legacy
Gladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.