Filming for the American Gladiator reboot has officially finished in the UK, with two entire seasons already completed, according to Wrestling Observers. This marks a significant achievement for the eagerly awaited revival of this iconic competition series, which MGM Alternative announced for Prime Video in May 2025.
Key points include:
- The filming was done in the UK, rather than the US, where the original franchise is based. The show has become the UK’s most popular new entertainment series in the past seven years, following the success of the BBC’s UK revival in 2024.
- Two full seasons have been produced, reflecting strong investment and faith in the show’s potential success.
- WWE Superstar Mike "The Miz" Mizanin hosts the reboot. As a two-time Grand Slam champion, The Miz brings extensive television experience from reality and competition shows like MTV’s The Real World: Back To New York, Miz & Mrs., and Dancing With the Stars.
- The new gladiators include Wardlow, Kamille, and former WWE star Rick Boogues. The cast also features professional bodybuilders, former Division 1 athletes, Pro CrossFit champions, and expert fitness trainers worldwide.
- The format introduces fresh events while retaining classic challenges like "Gauntlet," "Hang Tough," and "The Eliminator."
A Cultural Revival Beyond TV
MGM Alternative describes this reboot as part of a broader "cultural revival," not just a simple comeback. Prime Video has launched an American Gladiators 24/7 Fast Channel featuring over 200 original episodes from the 1990s, streaming past seasons alongside upcoming reboots.
Complementing this momentum, Live Nation is organizing the Gladiators Live Tour from November 1 to December 21, 2025. The tour has seen extraordinary demand, with over 400,000 site visits in just two days—surpassing even Coldplay’s ticket sales. Shows in London and Birmingham sold out rapidly, leading to additional Glasgow dates due to high demand.
What’s Next for the Cast?
With production complete, The Miz, Wardlow, and Kamille are free to return to their primary wrestling and entertainment roles. Miz can continue WWE appearances and other media projects, while Wardlow and Kamille can focus on their wrestling careers and other professional ventures.
Though no official premiere date is set yet, the completion of two seasons indicates that fans can anticipate new episodes soon. Barry Poznick, General Manager of MGM Alternative, noted that the original American Gladiator, which premiered in 1989, quickly became the world’s top sports entertainment show, setting high expectations for this modern revival.
Fan Take: This reboot is exciting news for WWE fans as it blends the worlds of wrestling and competitive sports entertainment, promising to showcase WWE stars in a fresh, action-packed environment. The project could boost the profiles of wrestlers like Miz, Wardlow, and Kamille, expanding their appeal beyond traditional wrestling audiences and helping grow the sport’s fanbase.
