Gladiators complete guide: Get up to speed with the hit TV show
Gladiators is back! Here's everything you need to know about Gladiators series 3 and Gladiators: Epic Pranks series 2 – plus Gladiators-inspired quizzes and recipes.
What is Gladiators?
Gladiators is a thrilling show on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
In each episode, plucky contestants take on the might of awesome Gladiators in the ultimate sporting contest. They'll face new and exciting challenges that test their strength and speed to the limits.
Are you ready for series 3?
What is Gladiators: Epic Pranks?
Gladiators: Epic Pranks is a playful series on CBBC and BBC iPlayer.
A spin-off from the main series, it sees Nitro and his fellow Gladiators daring each other to do silly things in public.
What can we expect in Gladiators series 3?
Take a sneak peek at the Gladiators series 3 trailer here:
Who are the Gladiators?
You'll see Apollo, Athena, Bionic, Comet, Cyclone, Diamond, Dynamite, Electro, Fire, Fury, Giant, Hammer, Legend, Nitro, Phantom, Sabre, Steel and Viper face a fresh crop of plucky Contenders. Which Gladiator is your favourite?
How many episodes of Gladiators will there be?
There will be 11 episodes in total for series 3 – plenty of time for all of the Gladiators to strut their stuff in the arena.
How many episodes of Gladiators: Epic Pranks will there be?
There will be 20 episodes in total for series 2, giving you a chance to see your favourite Gladiators messing around and pulling loads of tricks on each other.
Who presents Gladiators?
Gladiators is presented by father-and-son team Bradley and Barney Walsh.
Where is Gladiators filmed?
Gladiators is filmed in the Utilita Arena in Sheffield – one of the few venues big enough to accommodate such an epic show!
When and where can I watch Gladiators?
The start date of Gladiators series 3 is 545pm on Saturday 17 January 2026 on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Are you ready, contender? Let the contest begin!
When and where can I watch Gladiators: Epic Pranks?
The start date of Gladiators: Epic Pranks series 2 is 5.25pm on Friday 16 January 2026 on CBBC and BBC iPlayer.
What would your Gladiator name be?
Use our fun Gladiator name generator to find out what you might be called, plus discover your specialist skill and memorable catchphrase.
Fancy making some Gladiators-inspired treats?
Bake these Gladiators foam finger biscuits by following Blue Peter's tried-and-tested recipe.
