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.
Actors
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Streaming On
Countries (outside of the IN)
Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Germany, Spain, France, Great Britain, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Mexico, The Netherlands, Poland, Singapore, Turkey, United States, South Africa
Available Languages (Netflix)
English,
Available Subtitles (Netflix)
English
Seasons
Season 1
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.
Episodes
Pilot Madness - 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.
- June 28, 2023, 4 a.m.
Let the Games Begin - 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.
- June 28, 2023, 4 a.m.
A Global Phenomenon - 2023
Gladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.
- June 28, 2023, 4 a.m.
Sex, Drugs & Merchandise - 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.
- June 28, 2023, 4 a.m.
The Final Legacy - 2023
Gladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.
- June 28, 2023, 4 a.m.