The iconic show Gladiators thrilled viewers for years as contestants took on TV's toughest opponents in a number of physically-challenging events.
It was based on an American show of the same name and ran on ITV from 1992 until 2000. Presented by Ulrika Jonsson and John Fashanu it raked in millions of viewers every Saturday night as people battled it out against the Gladiators to secure a place in the final event 'the eliminator'.
Over the years it had its share of controversies, including contestants 'greasing' their legs to evade capture and a number of serious injuries which led to Gladiators retiring. With a drop in viewing figures the show was axed in 1999 with the last episodes airing shortly after.
