Gladiators Season 3 Potential Release Date, Cast, News and Events

In 2024, a beloved sporting series from the 90s made a spectacular comeback. BBC’s Gladiators returned with all its fanfare, lycra, and thrilling games like Duel, Hang Tough, and The Wall. The result was the biggest TV launch on the BBC in seven years.

Father and son TV duo Bradley and Barney Walsh took on the role of presenters, while elite athletes transformed into formidable Gladiators, providing entertainment for fans at home.

The latest season introduced three new events, two new Gladiators, and a rather peculiar ‘romance’ plot involving Sabre and Apollo.

With the final episode set to air this Saturday, fans may be feeling nostalgic about the end of Gladiators. The burning question remains: will the show be returning for more? Here’s everything you need to know.

Will Gladiators return for season 3?

Get ready with your duelling sticks because Gladiators is officially coming back for a third season, as confirmed on the BBC website.

If you believe you have what it takes in terms of speed, strength, and determination to be a contender (not for the faint-hearted), you can apply to participate in series 3 by clicking the provided link. The application deadline is 30 May 2025.

While filming dates for the upcoming season are yet to be confirmed, information regarding the release of audience tickets will be updated in due course.

When could Gladiators season 3 be released?

The release date for Gladiators series 3 has not been announced by the BBC yet and is unlikely to be revealed soon. Based on the airing dates of the previous two seasons, we can make an educated guess.

The first season premiered on 13 January, while the second season began on 18 January (excluding the New Year’s Day celebrity special).

If the pattern continues, we can anticipate Gladiators season 3 to air in mid-January 2026. Similar to last year, it is likely to follow The Traitors season 4, which is expected to return at the start of the month.

Any updates or changes in the schedule will be promptly shared in this article.

Which Gladiators could return for season 3?

While it remains uncertain if all Gladiators from season 2 will make a comeback, here is the potential lineup:

• Apollo – Alex Gray
• Athena – Karenjeet Kaur Bains
• Bionic – Matty Campbell
• Comet – Ella-Mae Rayner
• Cyclone – Lystus Ebosele
• Diamond – Livi Sheldon
• Dynamite – Emily Steel
• Electro – Jade Packer
• Fire – Montell Douglas
• Fury – Jodie Ounsley
• Giant – Jamie Christian Johal
• Hammer – Tom Wilson
• Legend – Matt Morsia
• Nitro – Harry Aikines-Aryeetey
• Phantom – Toby Olubi
• Sabre – Sheli McCoy
• Steel – Zack George
• Viper – Quang Luong

Nitro (Harry Aikines-Aryeetey), the King of The Wall and a sprinter, was absent in season 2 due to a knee injury but has expressed his intent to return in full form for the next season.

Will there be new Gladiators and events in series 3?

The introduction of new Gladiators and events in series 3 depends on potential changes in the cast. The current series welcomed two new Gladiators, and the original show often refreshed the Gladiator roster.

In terms of events, series 2 featured three new additions: the exhilarating track course Unleash, the revival of Atlaspheres, and Crash Course, a modified racing version of Atlaspheres.

Gladiators always strives to innovate, so it’s possible that new events could be in store. More details are expected closer to the release date.

When is the Gladiators season 2 final?

To catch the final episode of Gladiators series 2, tune in to either BBC One or BBC iPlayer at 5:50pm on Saturday 12 April 2025.

If you’re not in the UK, don’t worry – follow our guide on how to watch BBC iPlayer from abroad.

Who won Gladiators season 1?

After ten weeks of grueling challenges, with some contestants withdrawing due to injuries, the final showdown took place in 2024.

The women’s title was contested between Bronte from Sheffield and Marie-Louise from Dublin. Meanwhile, the men’s final featured Wesley from Leeds (a replacement for another contender) and Finlay from Edinburgh.

In the end, Marie-Louise and Finlay emerged victorious, conquering the dreaded travelator first.

BBC / James Stack / © Hungry Bear Media Ltd

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