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Gladiators is set to make a triumphant return for its second season, riding high on the wave of success generated by its reboot on BBC One.
Following the exhilarating journey of Gladiators 2024, which is hurtling towards its nail-biting finale, fans can rejoice in the news of the show’s renewal for another thrilling instalment. With millions of viewers tuning in for the first season, the decision to greenlight a second season comes as no surprise.
Fronted by the dynamic father-son duo Bradley and Barney Walsh, the reboot introduced a fresh cohort of Gladiators drawn from the worlds of fitness and sport, injecting new energy and excitement into the iconic competition.
The numbers speak for themselves, with the BBC hailing Gladiators as its biggest entertainment launch for a new series in seven years. Drawing in a staggering 9.8 million viewers for its premiere episode and maintaining an average of 8.3 million viewers throughout the series, it’s clear that the show has struck a chord with audiences nationwide.
Kalpna Patel-Knight, Head of Entertainment at the BBC, expressed her delight at the overwhelming response from fans, emphasizing the show’s success as a cornerstone of Saturday evening entertainment for families.
Meanwhile, Dan Baldwin, Managing Director at Hungry Bear Media, echoed the sentiment, describing the response to Gladiators as nothing short of phenomenal. Promising even more heart-pounding drama, exhilarating action, and unexpected twists in the upcoming season, Baldwin teased fans with the prospect of thrilling surprises in store.
Filming for the second season will once again take place at the Sheffield Utilita Arena, the epicenter of the Gladiators’ arena. Fans eager to witness the spectacle live can anticipate ticket releases in the near future.
While the return of the 16 Gladiators is anticipated for the second season, any potential changes to the lineup will be closely monitored, ensuring that fans stay abreast of all the latest Gladiators news.
As the curtain falls on Gladiators 2024, anticipation for its exhilarating finale is palpable. Don’t miss the action-packed conclusion airing on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday, March 30 at 5:50 pm, as the battle for supremacy reaches its thrilling climax.