1997

Season 5 · 1997 · 52 episodes

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.

1January 6, 1997Bret 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 Lothario family, The Heartbreak Kid's problems with the "Hit Man" take a backseat to this rivalry with the WWE Champion. Plus, Mankind, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, and many more!
2January 13, 1997Shawn 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 to lay the Deadman to rest. The British Bulldog goes one-on-one with Rocky Maivia. Plus, Hunter Hearst Helmsley, Goldust, and more are in action.
3January 20, 1997Following 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 Man" back with a chance to become the No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship. Plus, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin takes on The Undertaker in the main event and more.
4January 27, 1997Before 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. In the main event, Mankind & Vader team up to take on The Godwinns in tag team action. Plus, the British Bulldog takes on Doug Furnas, Ahmed Johnson battles Crush, and much more.
5February 3, 1997Bret 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 opportunity at the Intercontinental Championship when he takes on Hunter Hearst Helmsley. Plus, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin battles Vader and more.
6February 13, 1997Bret 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. Plus, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin battles Vader. The Undertaker & Ahmed Johnson face Faarooq & Mankind in a No Disqualification Tag Team Match.
7February 17, 1997Bret 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 update on Shawn Michaels' recent injury, Jerry 'The King' Lawler issues a challenge to some extremists, Hunter Hearst Helmsley unveils a secret weapon, and much more.
8February 24, 1997Back 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 E. Dangerously and several ECW Superstars including Taz, and Tommy Dreamer compete inside a WWE ring. Plus, The Undertaker battles Faarooq, Ken Shamrock appears, and more.
9March 3, 1997The British Bulldog faces his tag team partner Owen Hart in the finals to crown the first-ever European Champion.
10March 10, 1997WWE 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 escalates when a special guest referee is named for their upcoming "I Quit" Match. Plus, Jerry "The King" Lawler engages Paul E. Dangerously in a WWE vs. ECW debate and more.
11March 17, 1997Bret 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 Michaels returns with his smile. All this and more.
12March 24, 1997Bret 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 darkness after capturing the WWE Championship from Sycho Sid, an old friend returns. Plus, Hunter Hearst Helmsley faces Bart Gunn, the British Bulldog & Owen Hart take on the Headbangers, and more.
13March 31, 1997As 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. Paul Bearer pleads for forgiveness from The Undertaker. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin returns to Monday Night Raw with some unfinished business. All this and more action.
14April 7, 1997"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 takes on Vernon White in a No Holds Barred Exhibition Match. Plus, an interview with Shawn Michaels, Billy Gunn receives a musical proposition, and much more.
15April 14, 1997This 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 on Crush. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin delivers a word of warning to WWE Champion Bret Hart. Plus, The Headbangers take on Vader & Mankind, Rocky Maivia faces Savio Vega, and more.
16April 21, 1997"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 event. Plus, Ahmed Johnson battles The Sultan, Ken Shamrock makes an unusual challenge, and more.
17April 28, 1997Brian 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 get even with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Vader goes one-on-one with Jesse James. Plus, Hunter Hearst Helmsley, Rocky Maivia, and more in action.
18May 5, 1997The 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 takes on Goldust, Crush runs the Gauntlet, and much more action.
19May 12, 1997Bret 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 Austin comes to the aid of an unlikely superstar, Rob Van Dam is deemed "Mr. Monday Night", and much more.
20May 19, 1997Hart 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 warns Paul Bearer that some secrets must stay buried. Plus, Bret Hart makes a shocking announcement, Jim Ross conducts a special interview with Mankind, and much more.
21May 26, 1997After 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 Michaels & "Stone Cold" Steve Austin must find a way to coexist as they challenge Owen Hart & the British Bulldog for the Tag Team Championship. All this and more.
22June 2, 1997With 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 Hart is forced to withdraw from his upcoming match with Michaels. Plus, King of the Ring Tournament matches and Jim Ross' interview with Mankind.
23June 9, 1997After 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 Brian Pillman. Faarooq promises to reform his Nation of Domination. Plus, ECW returns to confront Jerry "The King" Lawler and Rob Van Dam, Goldust in action, and more.
24June 16, 1997Ahmed 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 Austin finally gets his hands on Brian Pillman. Plus, a No. 1 Contender's Tournament for the Tag Team Championship kicks off, Mankind seeks a new friend, and more.
25June 23, 1997The 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 against the British Bulldog to "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Plus, Owen Hart defends his Intercontinental Championship against Hunter Hearst Helmsley and Goldust and more.
26June 30, 1997Paul 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 the Disciples of Apocalypse escalates when Savio Vega returns with some friends of his own. Plus, Mankind faces Brian Pillman, Ken Shamrock, and more.
27July 7, 1997The 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 Rattlesnake. Plus, Bret Hart takes on Goldust, the Tag Team Tournament comes to an end as D-Lo Brown & Faarooq take on the British Bulldog & Owen Hart, and more.
28July 14, 1997The 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 share his thoughts on Bret Hart's special SummerSlam stipulation. Plus, Ken Shamrock, Taka Michinoku, and many more in action.
29July 21, 1997In 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 controversial announcement regarding his role in the WWE Championship Match at SummerSlam. Plus, Ken Shamrock takes on Vader, Faarooq battles Goldust, and much more.
30July 28, 1997Bret 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 & Dude Love defend their Tag Team Championship against The Godwinns, Faarooq takes on Crush, and much more.
31August 4, 1997A 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 Austin suffering a career-threatening injury at the hands of Owen Hart, the Rattlesnake sets his sights on payback. Plus, the Nation of Domination, Ken Shamrock, and more.
32August 11, 1997Shawn 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 boil between Bret Hart, and The Patriot. The Legion of Doom takes on Henry and Phinneas Godwinn in a Country Whipping Match and more.
33August 18, 1997Shawn Michaels teams with Hunter Hearst Helmsley against The Undertaker and Mankind in the main event.
34August 29, 1997The showdown unfolds as Vader takes on Bret Hart, and the clash continues with Dude Love facing off against Rockabilly.
35September 5, 1997The Patriot takes on Owen Hart. Dude Love wrestles the British Bulldog. Hunter Hearst Helmsley clashes with The Undertaker.
36September 8, 1997Commissioner 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. Plus, WWE Champion Bret Hart takes on Vader in a No Disqualification Match and a Tournament for the vacant Intercontinental Championship kicks off.
37September 15, 1997WWE 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 interview with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Plus, the Intercontinental Championship Tournament continues, Dude Love faces Brian Pillman, and more.
38September 22, 1997From 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 Rocky Maivia. Tensions continue to build between The Undertaker and Shawn Michaels and much more.
39September 29, 1997Shawn 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 disciplining "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, the Rattlesnake offers the owner of WWE a choice. Plus, Vader, The Headbangers, and many more in action.
40October 6, 1997WWE 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 the main event. Plus, Paul Bearer introduces Kane to the world, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin negotiates his in-ring future, and more.
41October 13, 1997One 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 is decided as he signs the contract for his return to action. The Legion of Doom battles The Godwinns for the Tag Team Championship and more.
42October 20, 1997DX 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 speaks his mind. Plus, Shawn Michaels faces Owen Hart, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin raises hell, and more.
43October 27, 1997Shawn 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 opportunity when Ahmed Johnson challenges Owen Hart for the Intercontinental Championship. Plus, Bret Hart defends the WWE Championship against Ken Shamrock and more.
44November 3, 1997Shawn 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 Cold" Steve Austin. Plus, Goldust ends his relationship with Marlena, Vader battles the British Bulldog in a Dog Collar Match, and much more.
45November 10, 1997Following 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 Intercontinental Championship. Plus, Hunter Hearst Helmsley takes on Ken Shamrock, Kane and Paul Bearer confront The Undertaker, and more.
46November 17, 1997Mr. 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 his authority. The Rock looks to take the Intercontinental Championship from "Stone Cold" Steve Austin by any means necessary. Plus, Kane, Dude Love, and more.
47November 24, 1997After 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 Doom for the Tag Team Championship. Plus, Kane continues to wreak havoc in WWE, Goldust reveals his new love interest, and more.
48December 1, 1997Jim "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. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin gets the best seat in the house when The Rock faces Vader. Plus, Ken Shamrock sends WWE Champion Shawn Michaels a message, Goldust and Luna appear, and more.
49December 8, 1997"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. Plus, Sable proves what she is willing to bare for husband, Kane's trail of carnage continues, and more.
50December 15, 1997"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 decide to pay special tribute to one of the greatest tag teams in WWE history. Plus, Taka Michinoku takes on Jerry "The King" Lawler, Mark Henry makes his Raw debut, and much more.
51December 22, 1997When 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 Triple H in the main event. Plus, the New Age Outlaws search for Mankind, Ken Shamrock battles D'lo Brown, and more.
52December 29, 1997"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 place in the main event against Owen Hart and puts HBK's WWE Championship on the line. Plus, one of Mick Foley's alter egos is reunited with an old friend and more.

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