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Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators

Limited Series · 5 episodes · Jun 28, 2023

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    Episode 1

    Pilot Madness

    Jun 28, 2023

    Six athletes with camera-ready smiles and cartoonish nicknames make their debut. Critics dismiss the rowdy show as "crash TV" — but fans take notice.

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    Episode 2

    Let the Games Begin

    Jun 28, 2023

    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.

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    Episode 3

    A Global Phenomenon

    Jun 28, 2023

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

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    Episode 4

    Sex, Drugs & Merchandise

    Jun 28, 2023

    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.

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    Episode 5

    The Final Legacy

    Jun 28, 2023

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