“Contender READY! Gladiator READY!” Who can forgot those celebrated words? Well prepare yourselves for the ultimate TV revival as the unmissable ’90s TV sensation GLADIATORS returns to British screens with a 21st century makeover that’s gonna ‘ROCK’ a whole new generation of fans. Richard Woolfe, Director of Programming, Sky One, Two and Three has greenlit production on 10 x ‘60 episodes from indie Shine Ltd for broadcast in May 2008.

Woolfe commented: “I am delighted to announce that the unmissable ’90s TV show GLADIATORS is returning to British screens and it will be bigger and better than ever before. We’ve witnessed the revival of Take That and The Spice Girls; Sky One viewers can look forward to a televisual treat – the return of the ultimate David and Goliath battle where everyday amateurs will compete against a new breed of Gladiator. Our charismatic and eclectic warriors will compete in contests of physical strength and endurance.”

Following it’s hugely successful debut in the US, Sky One will be building one of the biggest studio sets in UK Television history to house the GLADIATORS arena. Two hosts will preside over the contest as 24 contenders take on one of TVs toughest challenges in the hope of becoming crowned champion.

GLADIATORS will include such classic events as The Joust, The Wall, Hang Tough and, of course, The Eliminator. The iconic event has been reinvented for the 21st century with bigger thrills and maximum impact using special effects, water skills and the latest technology.

A nationwide search is already underway to find 12 new GLADIATORS who will put fear into the hearts of the nation. A full line-up of 21st century warriors will be unveiled in March.

Sky One will also be hosting open auditions across the UK to find the 30 contenders aiming to take on the GLADIATORS in the arena and overcome the Eliminator. For further information please visit www.skyone.co.uk/gladiators or phone 0870 726 8868 (standard rates apply).