#1
S1E2
Let the Games Begin
American Gladiators first season is plagued by allegations of steroids and injuries to the gladiators.
Episode Ratings Grid
M
Loading chart...
Good
If You Liked This
See AllEpisode Power Rankings
The peaks and the valleys. Find the essential episodes — and the ones to skip.
#2
S1E3
A Global Phenomenon
Due to an explosion of popularity the Gladiators become merchandising juggernauts and become world wide celebrities.
#3
S1E4
Sex, Drugs & Merchandise
With the conclusion of the series third season the Gladiators embark on a cross country hundred city tour leading to wild parties, even wilder stories, and injuries.
#4
The Final Legacy
S1E5
#5
Pilot Madness
S1E1
Lowlights
How the concept of American Gladiators came into existence and the story behind the pilot episode.
#4
The Final Legacy
S1E5
#3
Sex, Drugs & Merchandise
S1E4
#2
A Global Phenomenon
S1E3
#1
Let the Games Begin
S1E2
The Quality Arc
Each point is an episode, plotted in order. Colored bands mark season boundaries. Look for the rise, the plateau, or the decline.
Loading chart...
Episode Engagement
High votes + high rating = beloved classic. High votes + low rating = notorious stinker. Low votes + high rating = hidden gem.
Loading chart...