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1996

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The game changes on Monday Night Raw in 1996 as legends like Triple H, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, Mankind, and The Rock rise to prominence in WWE just as the Monday Night War with WCW kicks into high gear.

  1. January 1, 1996 Episode 1 January 1, 1996 January 1, 1996, 46 min In the first ever Raw Bowl Elimination Match, WWE Tag Team Champions The Smoking Gunns take to the ring to battle four formidable teams. Plus, Diesel goes one-on-one with King…
  2. January 8, 1996 Episode 2 January 8, 1996 January 8, 1996, 46 min Questions surround the future of Shawn Michaels wrestling career as the Heartbreak Kid makes a shocking announcement. Ted Dibiase introduces a true master of the ring to be his new…
  3. January 15, 1996 Episode 3 January 15, 1996 January 15, 1996, 45 min Dr. Isaac Yankem battles The Undertaker. Anticipation builds for Shawn Michaels' return. Razor Ramon's rivalry with Goldust escalates. Plus, The Ringmaster takes on Matt Hardy, The Smoking Gunns in action,…
  4. January 22, 1996 Episode 4 January 22, 1996 January 22, 1996, 45 min Jim Cornette's newest client delivers a message to President Gorilla Monsoon. Bret Hart faces Goldust in the main event.
  5. January 29, 1996 Episode 5 January 29, 1996 January 29, 1996, 44 min With President Gorilla Monsoon out of commission thanks to a recent attack at the hands of Vader, WWE pays the piper as they enlist a new acting president. Jim Cornette…
  6. February 5, 1996 Episode 6 February 5, 1996 February 5, 1996, 45 min Shawn Michaels & Diesel take on Yokozuna & British Bulldog. As Bret Hart defends his WWE Championship against the Undertaker in the main event, another giant makes his presence felt.…
  7. February 19, 1996 Episode 7 February 19, 1996 February 19, 1996, 45 min As the Undertaker looks to lay Tatanka to rest in the main event, Diesel seals his own fate with the Deadman. Razor Ramon shows that getting his hands on championship…
  8. February 26, 1996 Episode 8 February 26, 1996 February 26, 1996, 46 min WWE President "Rowdy" Roddy Piper announces the stipulation for the WWE Championship Match at WrestleMania XII. Yokozuna's recent falling out with Jim Cornette earns him a Handicap match against two…
  9. March 4, 1996 Episode 9 March 4, 1996 March 4, 1996, 46 min Shawn Michaels takes on the 1-2-3 Kid. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper welcomes Goldust to be his guest on a new edition of Piper's Pit. Plus, Justin Hawk Bradshaw in action. The…
  10. March 11, 1996 Episode 10 March 11, 1996 March 11, 1996, 45 min The WWE Universe gets a special look at the training of both Shawn Michaels and WWE Champion Bret Hart as they prepare for their Iron Man Match at WrestleMania. Plus,…
  11. March 18, 1996 Episode 11 March 18, 1996 March 18, 1996, 46 min WWE Champion Bret Hart meets Tatanka in the main event. As the road to WrestleMania XII continues, Diesel begins to realize the gravity of his impending match with The Undertaker.…
  12. March 25, 1996 Episode 12 March 25, 1996 March 25, 1996, 45 min Shawn Michaels and Bret Hart find themselves at odds when Hart tries to lend a hand in The Heartbreak Kid's match against Leif Cassidy. Undertaker and Paul Bearer deliver their…
  13. April 1, 1996 Episode 13 April 1, 1996 April 1, 1996, 46 min New WWE Champion Shawn Michaels kicks off his inaugural title reign and acknowledges his next challengers. After weeks of cryptic messages, Mankind makes his debut. As The Undertaker faces off…
  14. April 8, 1996 Episode 14 April 8, 1996 April 8, 1996, 48 min The Ultimate Warrior makes his triumphant return to WWE. WWE Champion Shawn Michaels takes on Jerry "The King" Lawler with Diesel looming ringside. Giants collide when Yokozuna goes one-on-one with…
  15. April 15, 1996 Episode 15 April 15, 1996 April 15, 1996, 49 min Bret Hart reflects on his controversial defeat at WrestleMania. Now that Vader's path of destruction has claimed Yokozuna, Jim Cornette's most devastating client sets his sights on a real bad…
  16. April 22, 1996 Episode 16 April 22, 1996 April 22, 1996, 43 min Diesel delivers a message to his old friend Shawn Michaels. As Savio Vega challenges Goldust for the Intercontinental Championship, he may find out that vengeance is best served "Stone Cold."…
  17. April 29, 1996 Episode 17 April 29, 1996 April 29, 1996, 48 min WWE Champion Shawn Michaels finds himself on the receiving end of the British Bulldog's bite after Jim Cornette makes some shocking allegations against The Heartbreak Kid. Mankind faces off against…
  18. May 6, 1996 Episode 18 May 6, 1996 May 6, 1996, 49 min After scandalous allegations were made against WWE Champion Shawn Michaels, another woman comes forward to further discredit the integrity of The Heartbreak Kid. Goldust learns the stipulation for his match…
  19. May 13, 1996 Episode 19 May 13, 1996 May 13, 1996, 49 min Goldust looks to shine his spotlight on the Undertaker with help from Mankind. WWE Champion Shawn Michaels looks to take out his recent frustrations in a match against Hunter Hearst…
  20. May 20, 1996 Episode 20 May 20, 1996 May 20, 1996, 47 min WWE Champion Shawn Michaels ignores the bark of the British Bulldog and welcomes his bite as he provides color commentary for the Bulldog's match against Jake "The Snake" Roberts. As…
  21. May 27, 1996 Episode 21 May 27, 1996 May 27, 1996, 49 min King of the Ring qualifying matches kick off as several WWE Superstars including the Ultimate Warrior, Vader, and more begin a quest for the crown. Ahmed Johnson receives a taste…
  22. June 3, 1996 Episode 22 June 3, 1996 June 3, 1996, 45 min "Stone Cold" Steve Austin looks to advance in the first round of the King of the Ring tournament. As Austin continues his quest for the crown, Jake "The Snake" Roberts…
  23. June 10, 1996 Episode 23 June 10, 1996 June 10, 1996, 49 min The Undertaker goes one-on-one with the British Bulldog. As Jerry "The King" Lawler looks for a creative way out of his upcoming match with the Ultimate Warrior, he finds his…
  24. June 17, 1996 Episode 24 June 17, 1996 June 17, 1996, 49 min The quarter-finals of the King of the Ring Tournament kick off, including "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, and more. Jim Cornette announces the perfect referee for the…
  25. June 24, 1996 Episode 25 June 24, 1996 June 24, 1996, 49 min Newly-crowned King of the Ring "Stone Cold" Steve Austin faces The Undertaker. Savio Vega teams up with Aldo Montoya & the Brooklyn Brawler to take on three of Jim Cornette's…
  26. July 1, 1996 Episode 26 July 1, 1996 July 1, 1996, 48 min Goldust shows Marc Mero just how wild he can be when they meet in the main event. WWE Champion Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with his former tag team partner Marty…
  27. July 8, 1996 Episode 27 July 8, 1996 July 8, 1996, 48 min After WWE President Gorilla Monsoon suspends the Ultimate Warrior, WWE Champion Shawn Michaels and Intercontinental Champion Ahmed Johnson turn to a partner with a vicious streak to help them take…
  28. July 15, 1996 Episode 28 July 15, 1996 July 15, 1996, 48 min WWE Tag Team Champions The Smoking Gunns receive a pair of golden opportunities as Bart challenges Ahmed Johnson for the Intercontinental Championship and Billy faces Shawn Michaels for the WWE…
  29. July 22, 1996 Episode 29 July 22, 1996 July 22, 1996, 49 min Shawn Michaels & Ahmed Johnson take on The Smoking Gunns for the WWE Tag Team Championship. With Vader now scheduled to meet Michaels for the WWE Championship at SummerSlam, Jim…
  30. July 29, 1996 Episode 30 July 29, 1996 July 29, 1996, 48 min Undertaker battles "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. While Vader looks for another victory on his road to SummerSlam, Jim Cornette calls out Jose Lothario for a face-to-face confrontation. After attacking Ahmed…
  31. August 5, 1996 Episode 31 August 5, 1996 August 5, 1996, 46 min A Raw Invitational Battle Royal is held to see who will face the WWE Champion after SummerSlam. Shawn Michaels sits down for a one-on-one interview. The rivalry between Mankind and…
  32. August 12, 1996 Episode 32 August 12, 1996 August 12, 1996, 48 min WWE Champion Shawn Michaels warms up for his SummerSlam match with Vader by taking on another one of Camp Cornette's finest. Ahmed Johnson gives an update on his in-ring future.…
  33. August 19, 1996 Episode 33 August 19, 1996 August 19, 1996, 46 min WWE Champion Shawn Michaels battles Yokozuna. Paul Bearer explains why he turned on the Undertaker to side with the deranged Mankind. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin competes against Goldust, Sycho Sid,…
  34. September 6, 1996 Episode 34 September 6, 1996 September 6, 1996, 45 min On this special Championship Friday edition of Raw, Goldust challenges Shawn Michaels for the WWE Championship. As Mark Henry's receives his first challenge from Jerry "The King" Lawler. While the…
  35. September 9, 1996 Episode 35 September 9, 1996 September 9, 1996, 46 min The Undertaker goes one-on-one with Salvatore Sincere. Savio Vega faces off against Faarooq in first round matchup in the Intercontinental Championship Tournament. As Brian Pillman continues to make claims about…
  36. September 16, 1996 Episode 36 September 16, 1996 September 16, 1996, 49 min The tournament for the Intercontinental Championship reaches the semi-finals as Sycho Sid battles Faarooq. While Brian Pillman's promises to bring about an interview with Bret Hart continue to raise questions,…
  37. September 23, 1996 Episode 37 September 23, 1996 September 23, 1996, 48 min The finals of the Intercontinental Championship Tournament see "Wildman" Marc Mero battle Faarooq. The Undertaker has a grave message for Mankind and Paul Bearer. Plus, The Stalker faces Hunter Hearst…
  38. September 30, 1996 Episode 38 September 30, 1996 September 30, 1996, 47 min Shawn Michaels & Jose Lothario take on Vader & Jim Cornette. As Jake "The Snake" Roberts battles "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, his problems with Jerry "The King" Lawler escalate. "The…
  39. October 7, 1996 Episode 39 October 7, 1996 October 7, 1996, 49 min Sycho Sid takes on Goldust. The New and Improved Rockers flex their in-ring abilities in a match against The Smoking Gunns. After recently being revealed to be the voice behind…
  40. October 14, 1996 Episode 40 October 14, 1996 October 14, 1996, 48 min Stone Cold Steve Austin and WWE Champion Shawn Michaels face off in the main event. The Undertaker and Mankind deliver their last remarks.
  41. October 21, 1996 Episode 41 October 21, 1996 October 21, 1996, 49 min Bret Hart returns and makes some stunning proclamations about his WWE future. While Mr. Perfect is scheduled to take on Hunter Hearst Helmsley in the main event, a plot is…
  42. October 28, 1996 Episode 42 October 28, 1996 October 28, 1996, 49 min WWE Champion Shawn Michaels takes on Tag Team Champion The British Bulldog. With Bret Hart at his home in Calgary and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin at WWE Studios, both men…
  43. November 4, 1996 Episode 43 November 4, 1996 November 4, 1996, 49 min Brian Pillman prepares to give an interview via satellite from his home while he recuperates from his recent injury. However, things take a dangerous turn when Pillman and his family…
  44. November 11, 1996 Episode 44 November 11, 1996 November 11, 1996, 47 min "Stone Cold" Steve Austin takes on Bob "Spark Plugg" Holly in the main event. The problems between WWE Champion Shawn Michaels and Sycho Sid reach a boiling point when they…
  45. November 18, 1996 Episode 45 November 18, 1996 November 18, 1996, 49 min New WWE Champion Sycho Sid speaks about his victory over Shawn Michaels and sends a message to Bret Hart. When The Executioner targets "Stone Cold" Steve Austin in his confrontation…
  46. November 25, 1996 Episode 46 November 25, 1996 November 25, 1996, 45 min While Bret Hart looks to settle a sibling rivalry in one-on-one action, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin shows the "Hit Man" that their problems are far from over. From his home…
  47. December 2, 1996 Episode 47 December 2, 1996 December 2, 1996, 47 min Billy Gunn and Intercontinental Champion Hunter Hearst Helmsley take on Marc Mero & Jake "The Snake" Roberts. Shawn Michaels joins the show via satellite for a special interview. Plus, Sycho…
  48. December 9, 1996 Episode 48 December 9, 1996 December 9, 1996, 48 min The Undertaker and Mankind battle in a No Holds Barred main event. While Bret Hart prepares for his upcoming WWE Championship opportunity at In Your House, the "Hit Man" gives…
  49. December 16, 1996 Episode 49 December 16, 1996 December 16, 1996, 47 min A frustrated Bret Hart lashes out on his rivals and adopts a new attitude with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin becoming the object of his wrath. Sibling rivalry goes too far…
  50. December 23, 1996 Episode 50 December 23, 1996 December 23, 1996, 47 min WWE Champion Sycho Sid shows the WWE Universe the meaning of attitude during an interview. Shawn Michaels expresses his feelings about the WWE Championship picture. Bret Hart walks a razor's…
  51. December 30, 1996 Episode 51 December 30, 1996 December 30, 1996, 49 min Shawn Michaels and Bret Hart come face-to-face in a special interview. When "Stone Cold" Steve Austin teams up with Faarooq to battle Jesse James & Savio Vega. Plus, Goldust takes…