Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators
2023 · 1 season · 5 episodes · Ended · Netflix
Documentary
TMDB 7.1 · 41 votes
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
- S01E01Pilot Madness2023-06-2836m
Six athletes with camera-ready smiles and cartoonish nicknames make their debut. Critics dismiss the rowdy show as "crash TV" — but fans take notice.
- S01E02Let the Games Begin2023-06-2846m
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.
- S01E03A Global Phenomenon2023-06-2845m
Gladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.
- S01E04Sex, Drugs & Merchandise2023-06-2845m
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.
- S01E05The Final Legacy2023-06-2836m
Gladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.
