
Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators
β 7.2 Β· 2023 Β· Documentary
In the '90s, TV's stunt-filled "American Gladiators" thrilled fans. This docuseries explores the show's success β and how it almost ended before it began.
Episodes
1. Pilot Madness36m Β· Six athletes with camera-ready smiles and cartoonish nicknames make their debut. Critics dismiss the rowdy show as "crash TV" β but fans take notice.
2. Let the Games Begin46m Β· 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.
3. A Global Phenomenon45m Β· Gladiators merchandising explodes β but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.
4. Sex, Drugs & Merchandise45m Β· Their third season wraps and the Gladiators go on tour. Frustrated by fatigue, injuries and low pay, core members meet with producers β and get a shock.
5. The Final Legacy36m Β· Gladiators merchandising explodes β but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.










