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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.
Genre:Documentary
Network:Netflix
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Season 1

  • Pilot Madness
    7.1/10182 votes
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    Pilot Madness

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/28/2023

    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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  • Let the Games Begin
    7.2/10170 votes
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    Let the Games Begin

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/28/2023

    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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  • A Global Phenomenon
    7.2/10161 votes
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    A Global Phenomenon

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 6/28/2023

    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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  • Sex, Drugs & Merchandise
    7.2/10152 votes
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    Sex, Drugs & Merchandise

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 6/28/2023

    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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  • The Final Legacy
    7.2/10146 votes
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    The Final Legacy

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 6/28/2023

    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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