Review of Series 7: The Contenders (2001) by Martin C — 24 Nov 2007

I had no idea what this would be when I watched it but I really enjoyed it. kinda of like the running man story.

This review of Series 7: The Contenders (2001) was written by Martin C on 24 November 2007.

Series 7: The Contenders has generally received positive reviews.

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