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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Limited Series
5 episodes
1. Pilot MadnessSix athletes with camera-ready smiles and cartoonish nicknames make their debut. Critics dismiss the rowdy show as "crash TV" — but fans take notice.TV-MACC36minJun 28, 2023
2. Let the Games BeginAs 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.TV-MACC46minJun 28, 2023
3. A Global PhenomenonGladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.TV-MACC45minJun 28, 2023
4. Sex, Drugs & MerchandiseTheir 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.TV-MACC45minJun 28, 2023
5. The Final LegacyGladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.TV-MACC36minJun 28, 2023
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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.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Tony Vainuku, Jared Hess
- Created by
- JP Quicquaro, Peter Sussman, Jared Hess, Danny Lee Clark
- Studio
- Campfire Studios, Game Seven Media, Nitro Up Media
