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.
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1.Pilot Madness
6.028-06-202336mSix 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
6.028-06-202346mAs 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
6.028-06-202345mGladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.
4.Sex, Drugs & Merchandise
6.028-06-202345mTheir 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
6.028-06-202336mGladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.
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