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A new generation of superhumans take on brave contenders in the ultimate test of speed and strength. It's all-out action, with Bradley and Barney Walsh in charge.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Gladiators UK Season 2 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    6.1/10(14 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S2:E1

    The Gladiators are back, tougher than ever. Hosts Bradley and Barney Walsh reveal the return of the iconic event Atlaspheres as the gritty Contenders battle for a spot in the quarter-finals.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Gladiators UK Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    6.2/10(13 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S2:E2

    A new Gladiator storms into the arena, making a destructive debut. Bradley and Barney host as gritty Contenders take on the superhuman Gladiators for a quarter-final spot.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Gladiators UK Season 3 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    6.6/10(8 votes)

    #3 - Episode 6

    S3:E6

    Gladiators ready! Bradley and Barney Walsh welcome four ferocious Contenders back to the arena to face the Gladiators, and the Eliminator, in the first of the quarter-finals.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Gladiators UK Season 3 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    6.8/10(15 votes)

    #4 - Episode 1

    S3:E1

    The Gladiators are back, bigger than ever! Hosts Bradley and Barney Walsh unveil a brutal, brand new event as determined contenders fight for a spot in the quarter-finals.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Gladiators UK Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.0/10(16 votes)

    #5 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Bradley and Barney Walsh host as contenders take on the superhuman Gladiators for a quarter-final place. Comet takes on Hang Tough, and Diamond races up The Wall.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Gladiators UK Season 3 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.0/10(10 votes)

    #6 - Episode 2

    S3:E2

    Gladiators ready! Hosts Bradley and Barney Walsh reveal another brand new, terrifying event as brave Contenders fight for their place in the quarter-finals.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Gladiators UK Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.1/10(19 votes)

    #7 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    Bradley and Barney Walsh host as contenders take on the superhuman Gladiators for a quarter-final place. Prepare for more epic events and one of the closest Eliminators so far.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Gladiators UK Season 2 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    7.1/10(10 votes)

    #8 - Episode 8

    S2:E8

    In the last of the quarter-finals, determined Contenders battle it out for a place in the semis. An incredible performance on the Eliminator results in a record-breaking time.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Gladiators UK Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.2/10(16 votes)

    #9 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    Bradley and Barney Walsh host as contenders take on the superhuman Gladiators for a semi-final place. The Gladiators take the rules into their own hands in Gauntlet.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Gladiators UK Season 1 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    7.2/10(12 votes)

    #10 - Episode 10

    S1:E10

    Giant gets his toughest test yet in Duel, and it's an Eliminator for the ages as the contenders battle it out for a place in the grand final.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Gladiators UK Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    7.3/10(14 votes)

    #11 - Episode 8

    S1:E8

    Fire and Fury are in the Ring, Sabre clings on in Hang Tough, and there are two epic Eliminators as four contenders face the Gladiators for a place in the semi-finals.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Gladiators UK Season 1 Episode 11 - The Final
    7.3/10(12 votes)

    #12 - The Final

    S1:E11

    Contenders Ready? Bradley and Barney Walsh as the Gladiators bring their A-game to the grand final. Everything comes down to this for the final four contenders as they battle it out to be crowned Gladiators Champion 2024.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Gladiators UK Season 2 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.3/10(10 votes)

    #13 - Episode 4

    S2:E4

    Records are smashed, and the Gladiators hunt down the Contenders on the Unleash track. Bradley and Barney host as the gritty Contenders take on the Gladiators for a quarter-final spot.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Gladiators UK Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.4/10(13 votes)

    #14 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    Bradley and Barney Walsh host as contenders take on the superhuman Gladiators for a quarter-final place. Legend's legs land him in trouble on the Collision bridge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Gladiators UK Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    7.4/10(13 votes)

    #15 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    Bradley and Barney Walsh host as contenders take on the superhuman Gladiators for a semi-final place. Nitro meets his match and Viper’s left hissing in Gauntlet.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Gladiators UK Season 1 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    7.4/10(15 votes)

    #16 - Episode 9

    S1:E9

    Fury hits hard on the Edge, and Phantom ghosts his opponent in Duel, as the contenders battle it out for a place in the grand final.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Gladiators UK Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.5/10(38 votes)

    #17 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    Bradley and Barney Walsh host as contenders take on the superhuman Gladiators for a quarter-final place. In this round, contenders feel Viper’s venom on Collision Bridge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Gladiators UK Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.5/10(25 votes)

    #18 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    Bradley and Barney Walsh host as contenders take on the superhuman Gladiators for a quarter-final place. In this round, contenders face their toughest challenge so far on The Edge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Gladiators UK Season 2 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.5/10(10 votes)

    #19 - Episode 3

    S2:E3

    A thrilling new event unleashed is unleashed and leaves the Contenders running for their lives. Bradley and Barney host as the gritty Contenders take on the Gladiators for a quarter-final spot.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Gladiators UK Season 2 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    7.5/10(10 votes)

    #20 - Episode 6

    S2:E6

    In the first round of the quarter-finals, four Contenders battle Gladiators for a place in the semis. An unexpected series of events during Hang Tough shocks the arena.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Gladiators UK Season 2 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    7.6/10(10 votes)

    #21 - Episode 9

    S2:E9

    In the first of the semi-finals, four determined Contenders face the mighty Gladiators before taking on the gruelling Eliminator as they battle for a place in the grand final.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Gladiators UK Season 3 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.6/10(7 votes)

    #22 - Episode 4

    S3:E4

    Gladiators ready! Bradley and Barney Walsh welcome four more fearless and determined Contenders into the arena to fight for a place in the quarter-finals.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Gladiators UK Season 2 Episode 11 - The Final
    7.7/10(10 votes)

    #23 - The Final

    S2:E11

    In the 2025 grand final, four incredible finalists battle the Gladiators and give everything they’ve got in the Eliminator, to be crowned this year’s Gladiators champion.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Gladiators UK Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.8/10(9 votes)

    #24 - Episode 5

    S2:E5

    In the last round of the heats, four more brave Contenders fight for the remaining spots in the quarter-finals. Tonight, the daughter of a British boxing icon faces the Gladiators.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Gladiators UK Season 3 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.8/10(10 votes)

    #25 - Episode 3

    S3:E3

    Gladiators ready! The arena roars back to life as hosts Bradley and Barney Walsh return with more brave, determined contenders fighting for a place in the quarter-finals.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Episode 1" is the worst rated episode of "Gladiators UK". It scored 6.1/10 based on 14 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/18/2025. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Episode 2".