Revitalizing the Iconic ‘American Gladiators’ Franchise with Range Sports: Exclusive Interview with Johnny Ferraro
Johnny Ferraro, the creator of American Gladiators, has signed with Range Sports for representation. The company is excited to revitalize the reality competition franchise by working with Ferraro and his partners on various projects across TV, film, attractions, merchandise, and live events. They are actively developing multiple projects to bring the American Gladiators brand to new audiences.
Range Media established its Range Sports division in 2022 to produce live and on-demand original sports programming, manage sports talent, properties, and IP, and invest in sports content and distribution. With Johnny Ferraro on board, the future of American Gladiators looks promising for fans of the franchise. Will Funk and Greg Luckman, co-presidents of Range Sports, expressed their excitement about working with Ferraro to accelerate the growth and expansion of the iconic American Gladiators brand across sports, culture, and entertainment.
The original series aired in syndication from 1989 to 1996, featuring contestants competing against elite “gladiators” in televised competitions. It was later revived in 2008 for NBC and recently rebooted by the BBC, receiving a quick second series pickup. The American Gladiators brand has been around for decades and is beloved by fans worldwide. With Range Sports taking over representation and developing new projects, it’s clear that this iconic franchise is far from over yet.
