Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators

Episode 01

Pilot Madness

Jun 28, 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.

Episode 02

Let the Games Begin

Jun 28, 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.

Episode 03

A Global Phenomenon

Jun 28, 2023 · 45 min

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

Episode 04

Sex, Drugs & Merchandise

Jun 28, 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.

Episode 05

The Final Legacy

Jun 28, 2023 · 36 min

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