Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators — Season 1
About this season
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 (5)
1. Pilot Madness
7.0Aired 28 June 2023 • 36 min
Six athletes with camera-ready smiles and cartoonish nicknames make their debut. Critics dismiss the rowdy show as "crash TV" — but fans take notice.
2. Let the Games Begin
8.0Aired 28 June 2023 • 46 min
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 Phenomenon
7.5Aired 28 June 2023 • 45 min
Gladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.
4. Sex, Drugs & Merchandise
7.5Aired 28 June 2023 • 45 min
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.
5. The Final Legacy
7.5Aired 28 June 2023 • 36 min
Gladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.