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.

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

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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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