A NEW series of the much-loved Saturday night TV show Gladiators has officially been confirmed by bosses at the BBC.
The brand-new show is coming back as an 11-episode series airing on BBC One "later in 2023", according to the broadcaster.
Kate Phillips, director of unscripted at the BBC, confirmed the exciting news this afternoon.
She said: "Gladiators is back and a whole new generation of viewers can now look forward to watching a Saturday night spectacle like no other," said a spokesperson.
"Will the contenders have the will and the skill to succeed against our mighty new Gladiators? You'll have to tune in to find out!"
Dan Baldwin, managing director Hungry Bear, who are producing the series, said: "It's the perfect time for Gladiators to return.
"What other show combines electric excitement, superheroes, giant sponge fingers, elite athletes, and a pinch of pantomime?
"Watch out for the new breed of superhuman, supersized, superstars bursting on to your screens on BBC One and BBC iPlayer."
Filming will take place at the Utilita Arena Sheffield in 2023 and further information about the series including broadcast details will be "announced in due course".
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