The BBC have finally confirmed the launch date for the Gladiators reboot – and fans don’t have long to wait.
Fans of the iconic 90s gameshow have been dying to know when the revived series will return to screens. But they’ll be delighted to learn that we are just days away from seeing 16 Gladiators in action.
Gladiators will officially return on Saturday January 13 at 5:50pm on BBC One and iPlayer. The high-intensity gameshow will be hosted The Chase presenter Bradley Walsh, 63, and his son Barney, 26.
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The 11-episode series will see the return of fan-favourite challenges such as the Eliminator, Duel and Hang Tough. The full line-up – and their impressive costumes – has already been unveiled.
(Image: BBC / Hungry Bear Media)
They were seen together for the first time against a pink and blue blackdrop, and it’s safe to say all of them looked absolutely ripped and ready to rumble. The cast were seen flexing their muscles and showing off their toned physique in their skintight costumes.
The new Gladiators include Bionic, Legend, Electro, Fire, Diamond, Nitro, Giant, Steel, Apollo, Comet, Viper, Athena, Fury, Sabre, Dynamite and Phantom.
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Speaking about hosting the beloved show, Bradley said: “Wow! I can’t believe that I’ve been asked to be part of this iconic show. I used to sit backstage, or in the audience, every week watching my wife be part of this juggernaut and now I get to co-host a new version of GLADIATORS!!!
(Image: BBC / Guy Levy)
“Saturday night family entertainment at its best…ARE YOU READY ?!” Barney added: “Gladiators has been a massive part of our family and it’s an honour to be asked to co-host this iconic show. I’m so excited for everyone to see the spectacle, elite athletes and fantastic family entertainment that is GLADIATORS.”
The show originally ran on ITV for eight seasons from 1992 until 2000. It featured famous Gladiators such as Jett, Wolf and Rhino.
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