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American Gladiators 1988

★ 5.8/10 TV-PG Reality 7 seasons · 167 eps Ended
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What is American Gladiators?

American Gladiators is a television series first released in 1988. Catalogued under Reality.

Type
TV series
Year
1988
Status
Ended
Episodes
167
Runtime
60 minutes
First aired
Dec 31, 1988
Networks
USA Network
Genres
Reality
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American Gladiators is a television series first released in 1988. Catalogued under Reality. Status: Ended. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.

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“Amateur athletes compete against each other and formidable gladiators in strength and agility contests.”

Reasons to watch
  • features exciting contests of strength and agility
  • pits everyday athletes against show gladiators
Keep in mind
  • limited availability of detailed episode guides in sources
  • short synopsis length

Watch it if you enjoy retro competition programs featuring physical challenges.

The series is rated TV-PG and focuses on athletic competition.

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Frequently asked questions

What is American Gladiators?

It is an American competition television program matching amateur athletes in strength and agility contests.

When did the series air?

It aired weekly in syndication from September 1989 to May 1996.

Who created the concept?

The concept was created by Dan Carr and John C. Ferraro.

Where was the original competition held?

The original competition was held at Erie Tech High School in Erie, Pennsylvania.

Who enhanced the concept for television?

The Samuel Goldwyn Company enhanced the concept after purchasing the show.