The WORST episodes of Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators
Every episode of Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Muscles & Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators!
Explores the show's success and how it almost ended before it began.
#1 - 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.
#2 - 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.
#3 - 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.
#4 - 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.
#5 - 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.