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1997

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A new era is dawning on Monday Night Raw in 1997 as a pair of degenerates run roughshod over WWE, Canada’s hero gets screwed by the boss…or himself, and The Deadman’s brother appears from beyond the grave.

  1. January 6, 1997 Episode 1 January 6, 1997 January 6, 1997, 48 min Bret Hart goes one-on-one with the man they call Vader in a huge main event as Shawn Michaels watches from ringside. However, when Sycho Sid targets another member of the…
  2. January 13, 1997 Episode 2 January 13, 1997 January 13, 1997, 48 min Shawn Michaels and WWE Champion Sycho Sid give their final thoughts on their upcoming match. As The Undertaker takes on Crush in the main event, the Nation of Domination looks…
  3. January 20, 1997 Episode 3 January 20, 1997 January 20, 1997, 48 min Following his highly controversial loss in the Royal Rumble match, a frustrated Bret Hart lashes out and bids farewell to WWE. However, President Gorilla Monsoon looks to lure the "Hit…
  4. January 27, 1997 Episode 4 January 27, 1997 January 27, 1997, 47 min Before Shawn Michaels can celebrate his reign as the new WWE Champion, The Heartbreak Kid is greeted by the four men who are hell-bent on taking the title from him.…
  5. February 3, 1997 Episode 5 February 3, 1997 February 3, 1997, 1 h 33 min Bret Hart's newly adopted attitude continues to put him at odds with his fellow Superstars including WWE Champion Shawn Michaels. With managers barred from ringside, Marc Mero gets one last…
  6. February 13, 1997 Episode 6 February 13, 1997 February 13, 1997, 1 h 27 min Bret Hart's new attitude puts him at odds with WWE Champion Shawn Michaels. With managers barred from ringside, "Wildman" Marc Mero takes on Hunter Hearst Helmsley for the Intercontinental Championship.…
  7. February 17, 1997 Episode 7 February 17, 1997 February 17, 1997, 1 h 32 min Bret Hart defends his newly-won WWE Championship against Sycho Sid. But before the "Hit Man" can face this tall order, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin looks to strike first. Plus, an…
  8. February 24, 1997 Episode 8 February 24, 1997 February 24, 1997, 1 h 29 min Back where it all began in New York City's famed Manhattan Center, Monday Night Raw gets hardcore as ECW invades WWE. In response to Jerry "The King" Lawler's challenge, Paul…
  9. March 3, 1997 Episode 9 March 3, 1997 March 3, 1997, 1 h 33 min The British Bulldog faces his tag team partner Owen Hart in the finals to crown the first-ever European Champion.
  10. March 10, 1997 Episode 10 March 10, 1997 March 10, 1997, 1 h 36 min WWE Champion Sycho Sid and The Undertaker must put aside their differences as they team up against Vader & Mankind. The rivalry between "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Bret Hart…
  11. March 17, 1997 Episode 11 March 17, 1997 March 17, 1997, 1 h 36 min Bret Hart competes in a steel cage match with Sycho Sid for the WWE Championship. Plus, Hunter Hearst Helmsley battles Flash Funk, Vader takes on the British Bulldog, and Shawn…
  12. March 24, 1997 Episode 12 March 24, 1997 March 24, 1997, 1 h 31 min Bret Hart discusses his recent change in attitude and sends a message to his fans in the United States. As The Undertaker looks to usher in a new era of…
  13. March 31, 1997 Episode 13 March 31, 1997 March 31, 1997, 1 h 35 min As Bret Hart faces Rocky Maivia for the Intercontinental Championship in the main event, the rest of the Hart Family joins the foundation of his crusade against the United States.…
  14. Episode 14 April 7, 1997 April 7, 1997, 1 h 32 min "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Mankind battle for a chance at Bret Hart's WWE Championship. The WWE Universe gets a look at how dangerous Ken Shamrock really is when he…
  15. April 14, 1997 Episode 15 April 14, 1997 April 14, 1997, 1 h 30 min This edition of Raw features matches from both the United States and South Africa. Ahmed Johnson gets his hands on another member of the Nation of Domination when he takes…
  16. April 21, 1997 Episode 16 April 21, 1997 April 21, 1997, 1 h 30 min "Stone Cold" Steve Austin battles Bret Hart in a Street Fight, but The Hart Foundation has a surprise for the Rattlesnake. The Undertaker faces Hunter Hearst Helmsley in the main…
  17. April 28, 1997 Episode 17 April 28, 1997 April 28, 1997, 1 h 30 min Brian Pillman reveals a more spiritual side of himself when he sides with The Hart Foundation. The British Bulldog faces WWE Champion The Undertaker. An injured Bret Hart resolves to…
  18. May 5, 1997 Episode 18 May 5, 1997 May 5, 1997, 1 h 32 min The Hart Foundation's anti-American crusade continues as they set their sights on Shawn Michaels. The British Bulldog goes one-on-one with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin in the main event. Plus, Vader…
  19. May 12, 1997 Episode 19 May 12, 1997 May 12, 1997, 1 h 30 min Bret Hart call outs Shawn Michaels. Weeks after being burned by The Undertaker, Paul Bearer returns with Mankind to deliver a grave warning to the Deadman. Plus, "Stone Cold" Steve…
  20. May 19, 1997 Episode 20 May 19, 1997 May 19, 1997, 1 h 31 min Hart Foundation members Owen Hart & the British Bulldog offer "Stone Cold" Steve Austin & Shawn Michaels a chance at the Tag Team Championship next week. WWE Champion The Undertaker…
  21. May 26, 1997 Episode 21 May 26, 1997 May 26, 1997, 1 h 34 min After weeks of threats, Paul Bearer looks to bring The Undertaker to his knees when he prepares to reveal a secret from the Deadman's past. Despite their recent issues, Shawn…
  22. June 2, 1997 Episode 22 June 2, 1997 June 2, 1997, 1 h 32 min With The Undertaker reluctantly aligned with Paul Bearer, Sycho Sid challenges him for his WWE Championship. The rivalry between Shawn Michaels and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin gets interesting after Bret…
  23. June 9, 1997 Episode 23 June 9, 1997 June 9, 1997, 1 h 34 min After being crowned the 1997 King of the Ring, Hunter Hearst Helmsley looks to begin his ascension to the top of WWE. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's faces The Hart Foundation's…
  24. June 16, 1997 Episode 24 June 16, 1997 June 16, 1997, 1 h 34 min Ahmed Johnson reveals his allegiance when he teams with The Undertaker to face Faarooq & Kama Mustafa. With the members of The Hart Foundation handcuffed at ringside, "Stone Cold" Steve…
  25. June 23, 1997 Episode 25 June 23, 1997 June 23, 1997, 1 h 33 min The Undertaker's temper gets the better of him when Paul Bearer forces the Deadman to team with Vader against two members of the Nation of Domination. Mankind dedicates his match…
  26. June 30, 1997 Episode 26 June 30, 1997 June 30, 1997, 1 h 30 min Paul Bearer reveals a dark secret about The Undertaker's childhood. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin battles The Hart Foundation's Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart. The war between the Nation of Domination and…
  27. July 7, 1997 Episode 27 July 7, 1997 July 7, 1997, 1 h 23 min The Hart Foundation receives another warm reception in Canada. After weeks of trying to be "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's partner, Mankind is treated to a stunning lesson courtesy of the…
  28. July 14, 1997 Episode 28 July 14, 1997 July 14, 1997, 1 h 30 min The Hart Foundation's Owen Hart & British Bulldog challenge "Stone Cold" Steve Austin for the Tag Team Championship in the main event. After weeks of absence, Shawn Michaels returns to…
  29. July 21, 1997 Episode 29 July 21, 1997 July 21, 1997, 1 h 41 min In The Hart Foundation's homeland of Canada, the Canadian heroes face The Undertaker, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, and Dude Love in a Flag Match. Tensions between Shawn Michaels makes a…
  30. July 28, 1997 Episode 30 July 28, 1997 July 28, 1997, 1 h 39 min Bret Hart goes one-on-one with The Patriot. The British Bulldog looks to give Ken Shamrock a taste of defeat in an Arm Wrestling Match. Plus, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin &…
  31. August 4, 1997 Episode 31 August 4, 1997 August 4, 1997, 1 h 30 min A new Commissioner is appointed to teach a lesson in respect to The Hart Foundation. Shawn Michaels embraces a new attitude while earning a new enemy. With "Stone Cold" Steve…
  32. August 11, 1997 Episode 32 August 11, 1997 August 11, 1997, 1 h 30 min Shawn Michaels promises to reveal his special insurance policy when he returns to action against Mankind. Vince McMahon interviews Dude Love. The Nation of Domination welcomes its newest member. Tensions…
  33. August 18, 1997 Episode 33 August 18, 1997 August 18, 1997, 1 h 25 min Shawn Michaels teams with Hunter Hearst Helmsley against The Undertaker and Mankind in the main event.
  34. Episode 34 August 29, 1997 August 29, 1997, 1 h 29 min The showdown unfolds as Vader takes on Bret Hart, and the clash continues with Dude Love facing off against Rockabilly.
  35. Episode 35 September 5, 1997 September 5, 1997, 1 h 25 min The Patriot takes on Owen Hart. Dude Love wrestles the British Bulldog. Hunter Hearst Helmsley clashes with The Undertaker.
  36. September 8, 1997 Episode 36 September 8, 1997 September 8, 1997, 1 h 28 min Commissioner Slaughter learns an injured Rattlesnake's strike is the most vicious when he suspends "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. The Undertaker warns Shawn Michaels their rivalry will not rest in peace.…
  37. September 15, 1997 Episode 37 September 15, 1997 September 15, 1997, 1 h 25 min WWE Champion Bret Hart and European Champion the British Bulldog challenge The Headbangers for the Tag Team Championship. Jerry Lawler receives some stunning news when he conducts a special in-ring…
  38. September 22, 1997 Episode 38 September 22, 1997 September 22, 1997, 1 h 30 min From Madison Square Garden, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin ignites the most storied rivalry in WWE history with a single Stunner. The Intercontinental Championship Tournament continues when Ahmed Johnson takes on…
  39. September 29, 1997 Episode 39 September 29, 1997 September 29, 1997, 1 h 28 min Shawn Michaels and his pals disrupt order in WWE, but Commissioner Slaughter gets the last laugh as he forces Hunter Hearst Helmsley to battle the Undertaker. As Mr. McMahon considers…
  40. October 6, 1997 Episode 40 October 6, 1997 October 6, 1997, 1 h 26 min WWE mourns the untimely passing of Flyin' Brian Pillman. The Hart Foundation come face-to-face with Shawn Michaels and his band of degenerates as Bret Hart faces Hunter Hearst Helmsley in…
  41. October 13, 1997 Episode 41 October 13, 1997 October 13, 1997, 1 h 32 min One of the most controversial groups in WWE history is born as Shawn Michaels and his allies form D-Genenration X to target The Hart Foundation. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's future…
  42. October 20, 1997 Episode 42 October 20, 1997 October 20, 1997, 1 h 25 min DX looks to cause dissension in The Hart Foundation. The Undertaker insists that he will never fight his brother Kane. Following a lackluster run in WCW, Jeff Jarrett returns and…
  43. October 27, 1997 Episode 43 October 27, 1997 October 27, 1997, 1 h 29 min Shawn Michaels pushes the envelope even when he decides to show the WWE Universe another side of himself. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin stops at nothing to protect his Survivor Series…
  44. November 3, 1997 Episode 44 November 3, 1997 November 3, 1997, 1 h 28 min Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with Ken Shamrock in the main event. Ahmed Johnson finds himself in the middle of Kane's path of destruction when he looks for payback on "Stone…
  45. November 10, 1997 Episode 45 November 10, 1997 November 10, 1997, 1 h 23 min Following one of the most controversial matches in sports-entertainment, there is a new WWE Champion in Shawn Michaels. The Rock issues a challenge to "Stone Cold" Steve Austin for his…
  46. November 17, 1997 Episode 46 November 17, 1997 November 17, 1997, 1 h 27 min Mr. McMahon sits down with Jim Ross to share his side of what happened with Bret Hart at Survivor Series. Hunter Hearst Helmsley shows Commissioner Slaughter how much DX respects…
  47. November 24, 1997 Episode 47 November 24, 1997 November 24, 1997, 1 h 20 min After DX's reenactment of Survivor Series comes up short, WWE Champion Shawn Michaels makes a special offer to Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart. The New Age Outlaws challenge the Legion of…
  48. December 1, 1997 Episode 48 December 1, 1997 December 1, 1997, 1 h 28 min Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart takes on Triple H. While the New Age Outlaws begin their reign as Tag Team Champions, the Legion of Doom goes on a hunt for vengeance.…
  49. December 8, 1997 Episode 49 December 8, 1997 December 8, 1997, 1 h 30 min "Stone Cold" Steve Austin reveals his championship aspirations. With most of their enemies gone from WWE, Degeneration-X turn their attention to the sole survivor of The Hart Foundation, Owen Hart.…
  50. December 15, 1997 Episode 50 December 15, 1997 December 15, 1997, 1 h 31 min "Stone Cold" Steve Austin shows The Rock what the Intercontinental Championship means to him. When DX takes on the Legion of Doom in the main event, the New Age Outlaws…
  51. December 22, 1997 Episode 51 December 22, 1997 December 22, 1997, 1 h 30 min When DX gives the WWE Universe a special Christmas present, Commissioner Slaughter gives the duo a gift of his own by ordering Shawn Michaels to defend his European Championship against…
  52. December 29, 1997 Episode 52 December 29, 1997 December 29, 1997, 1 h 29 min "Stone Cold" Steve Austin faces The Artist Formerly Known as Goldust. With Triple H out of action due to a knee injury, Commissioner Slaughter orders Shawn Michaels to take his…