American Gladiators

[Geekyfanboy]

Did anyone else watch American Gladiators? It premiered on Sunday with a two hour episode then had another episode on Monday in it's regular time slot. I was a huge fan of American Gladiators back in the early 90's so I was excited to see it's return... and I have to say I wasn't disappointed. It's just as fun, cheesy and entertaining as it was back then. It actually brought back some great memories of when my Dad, brother and I went to two tapings of the live show. I look forward to watching the rest of these season.

[Bryancd]

I totally dug it, I thought it was really fun. :)

[Jen]

I used to watch this show when I was in High School. I was sure I could beat those muscle heads... It's so over the top. I'm glad it's back. Was it any good? Did they still have the tennis ball cannon at the end?

[Blackride]

I went to school with the girl they call Siren on the show. We were friends for years and she did NOT look like she does now. WOW. Major face lift!!!!! She was actually a very lay back sweet girl, now she is kicking a@@.

[Geekyfanboy]

I went to school with the girl they call Siren on the show. We were friends for years and she did NOT look like she does now. WOW. Major face lift!!!!! She was actually a very lay back sweet girl, now she is kicking a@@.

That's cool Blackride.. here is who he is talking about..

[Geekyfanboy]

Did they still have the tennis ball cannon at the end?

Yes they still have the "asssult" game. Now if the competitor hits the target the Gladiator get shot backwards off the stand and into the water.. it's pretty cool.

You can check out there website here... http://www.nbc.com/American_Gladiators/index.shtml

[PepperDude]

I liked that show back in the day. I'll have to check out the new one. I'm sure Siren was the name of one of the original Gladiators. . .

[Jen]

I'm sure Siren was the name of one of the original Gladiators. . .

I thought it sounded familiar.

[Rico]

I went to school with the girl they call Siren on the show. We were friends for years and she did NOT look like she does now. WOW. Major face lift!!!!! She was actually a very lay back sweet girl, now she is kicking a@@.

That's cool Blackride.. here is who he is talking about..

Why do I hear the music on Vulcan in the "Amok Time" episode in my head when I look at this picture?  Hehe!  ;)

[Jen]

That's too funny Rico! You're right. Da da da da da da da da da da da!

[jedijeff]

I will have to watch the next time it is on. When I was younger, they used to show this on weekend afternoons up here in Canada. It was always nice to watch when there was nothing else to watch. I always wanted to be on the show, but I wanted to compete against the Girls, as they were all so attractive, though I suspect they probably hit harder then the guys LOL.

[space_invader64]

Who else here is a Hulkamaniac

[Geekyfanboy]

 Gladiators Picked Up for Second Season
Source: NBC
January 14, 2008


NBC has picked up a second season of the hit competition series "American Gladiators" (Mondays, 8-9 p.m. ET) it was announced today by Craig Plestis, Executive Vice President, Alternative Programming, Development and Specials, NBC Entertainment.

"'American Gladiators' has delivered everything we were hoping for and has come out of the gate as a top contender," said Plestis. "We couldn't be more pleased with the audience reaction to this top-notch show all ages can enjoy."

"Reveille and MGM are so thrilled that America has responded to our reinvention of 'American Gladiators,'" said executive producer Howard T. Owens, managing director of Reveille LLC. He adds, "The next cycle will allow us to tell more stories, create bigger drama, introduce new challenges and further create the most fun-filled, action-packed hour of television."

"MGM is pleased to bring viewers a highly entertaining show that has sparked a chord with viewers all over the country," said Jim Packer, Co-President, MGM Television. "We and our partners at Reveille look forward to another action-packed season of 'American Gladiators' on NBC."

Hulk Hogan ("Hogan Knows Best") and Laila Ali ("Dancing with the Stars") host the iconic competition series, which returned with a fresh modern reinvention for the 21st century. Using splashy twists including special effects, water skills and the latest technology, the classic games have been upgraded with even higher thrills, impact, energy and spectacle.

Celebrating the everyday, true American heroes -- weekend warriors who excel and take pride in their physical fitness -- 24 contenders go up against the show's Gladiators, charismatic and eclectic warriors -- in the ultimate David & Goliath battle. The male Gladiators including Titan, Militia, Toa, Justice, Wolf and Mayhem and the female Gladiators Fury, Venom, Stealth, Crush, Hellga and Siren, have emerged as larger-than-life, break-out characters.

As in MGM's traditional "American Gladiators" franchise, everyday amateur athletes compete against the Gladiators in contests of physical strength and endurance. The series includes such classic events as Joust, The Wall, Hang Tough, Powerball, Assault, Pyramid, Gauntlet and the Eliminator along with two brand-new events including Earthquake and Hit & Run.

The 24 male and female contenders compete in three rounds of challenges where the final man and woman left standing will win a $100,000 top prize and will become Gladiators next season. All contenders have a unique story to tell and a compelling reason why they need to win. These unsung heroes combine brawn and heart in their effort to be worthy competitors, winning over the audience and turning them against the villainous Gladiators.