Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators (2023)

06/28/2023 (CA)

Documentary

Overview

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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Last Season

Limited Series

2023 | 5 Episodes

Season 1 of Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators premiered on June 28, 2023.

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Status

Ended

Network

network

Type

Miniseries

Original Language

English

Keywords

behind the scenes

steroids

miniseries

muscleman

sport competition

female athlete

americana

television history

sports entertainment

athletics

1990s

professional athlete

reality television

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