Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators

Name: Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators
Released: 2023-06-28
Rating: 7.179

2023 · TMDB 7.2/10 (39 votes)

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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About Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators

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.

Status: Ended
TMDB rating: 7.2/10 from 39 votes
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 5

Seasons and episodes

The latest season with aired episodes is shown first. Specials are kept separate.

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S1 E1Jun 28, 202336 min

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.

TMDB 7.0/10 from 2 votes

S1 E2Jun 28, 202346 min

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.

TMDB 8.0/10 from 2 votes

S1 E3Jun 28, 202345 min

A Global Phenomenon

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

TMDB 7.5/10 from 2 votes

S1 E4Jun 28, 202345 min

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.

TMDB 7.5/10 from 2 votes