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The Worst Episodes of Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators

Every episode of Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators!

Binge this in 3h 28m•Peaking at 7.2/10

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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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot Madness
    7.0/10(199 votes)

    #1 - Pilot Madness

    S1:E1

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators Season 1 Episode 2 - Let the Games Begin
    7.2/10(184 votes)

    #2 - Let the Games Begin

    S1:E2

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators Season 1 Episode 3 - A Global Phenomenon
    7.2/10(175 votes)

    #3 - A Global Phenomenon

    S1:E3

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators Season 1 Episode 4 - Sex, Drugs & Merchandise
    7.2/10(166 votes)

    #4 - Sex, Drugs & Merchandise

    S1:E4

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators Season 1 Episode 5 - The Final Legacy
    7.2/10(160 votes)

    #5 - The Final Legacy

    S1:E5

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Pilot Madness" is the worst rated episode of "Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators". It scored 7/10 based on 199 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/28/2023. This episode scored 0.2 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Let the Games Begin".