Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators
TV-MA
7.2
2023
Documentary
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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EP1 - Pilot Madness
June. 28,2023
Six 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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EP2 - Let the Games Begin
June. 28,2023
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.
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EP3 - A Global Phenomenon
June. 28,2023
Gladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.
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EP4 - Sex, Drugs & Merchandise
June. 28,2023
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.
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