About this series
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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Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators
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Quick facts
First Aired
2023
Seasons
1
Episodes
5
TMDB Rating
⭐ 7.2/10
Votes
38
Genre
Documentary
Status
Ended
Network
Netflix
Language
EN
Seasons
S01E01
Pilot Madness
Six athletes with camera-ready smiles and cartoonish nicknames make their debut. Critics dismiss the rowdy show as "crash TV" — but fans take notice.
S01E02
Let the Games Begin
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.
S01E03
A Global Phenomenon
Gladiators merchandising explodes — but while the show becomes a ratings phenomenon, the stars themselves have little funds to show for it.
S01E04
Sex, Drugs & Merchandise
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.
S01E05
The Final Legacy
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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Questions about Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators
How many seasons does Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators have?
Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators has 1 season and 5 episodes total.
What genre is Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators?
Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators is a Documentary series.
What is the TMDB rating for Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators?
Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators has a TMDB rating of 7.2/10 based on 38 votes.
