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The Best Episodes of Biography: WWE Legends

Every episode of Biography: WWE Legends ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Biography: WWE Legends!

The Best Episodes of Biography: WWE Legends

The stories behind some of the most memorable WWE Superstars of all time.

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  1. Background image for Dusty Rhodes
    8.6/10(104 votes)

    #1 - Dusty Rhodes

    S3:E9

    Growing-up in East Austin, Texas, Virgil Riley Runnels, Jr. always had an outsized vision of the possibilities for himself; his iconic rivalry and promos with Ric Flair set the path for an entire industry.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for Mick Foley
    8.5/10(251 votes)

    #2 - Mick Foley

    S1:E7

    The film follows the unique, multifaceted career of Mick Foley, a 2013 WWE Hall of Fame inductee better known as “Mankind.” A fan favorite during WWE’s “Attitude Era,” Foley shocked audiences in 1998 during a career defining match as he was thrown off the top of the Hell in a Cell by Undertaker.

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    Writer:Unknown
  3. Background image for Bret "Hitman" Hart
    8.4/10(245 votes)

    #3 - Bret "Hitman" Hart

    S1:E8

    The film tells the story of Bret Hart, one of the greatest technical athletes in WWE history, earning him nicknames “The Hit Man” and “The Excellence of Execution.” Throughout his storied career, the five-time WWE title holder famously defeated “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, Ric Flair and Yokozuna, and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2006.

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    Director:George Roy
    Writer:Unknown
  4. Background image for "Stone Cold" Steve Austin
    8.3/10(377 votes)

    #4 - "Stone Cold" Steve Austin

    S1:E1

    The film traces the story of the man who became WWE’s biggest star in the 90s. “Stone Cold” Steve Austin’s authentic, fiery personality epitomized WWE’s “Attitude Era” and transformed him into a pop culture icon. After nearly being paralyzed by a neck injury, Austin made one of the greatest comebacks in WWE history. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2009.

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    Writer:Unknown
  5. Background image for "Rowdy" Roddy Piper
    8.1/10(317 votes)

    #5 - "Rowdy" Roddy Piper

    S1:E2

    The film focuses on “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, who is universally considered one of WWE’s greatest villains. During his Hall of Fame career, he played the role of the antagonist against a who’s who of WWE greats, while amassing more than 30 championships.

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    Director:Joe Lavine
    Writer:Unknown
  6. Background image for Kurt Angle
    8.1/10(156 votes)

    #6 - Kurt Angle

    S2:E4

    This episode tells the incredible story of 1996 Olympic gold medalist and four-time WWE Champion, Kurt Angle. Angle's unparalleled competitive streak and physical power made him one of the most successful WWE Superstars of all time, beating some of the great Superstars of The Attitude Era. But years of injuries and multiple broken necks drove Angle to a pain pill dependency that almost took the wrestling machine out. With the help of his family, Angle recovered from addiction and in 2017 he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  8. Background image for Jake "The Snake" Roberts
    8.1/10(99 votes)

    #7 - Jake "The Snake" Roberts

    S3:E2

    Showcases the life and legacy of WWE icon Jake Roberts. Through a variety of interviews, photos and archival footage, viewers get a behind-the-scenes look at the unforgettable legendary superstar both in and out of the ring.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  9. Background image for The Iron Sheik
    8.1/10(87 votes)

    #8 - The Iron Sheik

    S3:E10

    The “Iron Sheik” is one of the most iconic villains in WWE history–but the arduous journey of the man, Hossein Khosrow Vaziri has never been told. This one-time bodyguard for the Shah of Iran escaped his country in fear for his life. Without the ability to speak any English at all, he somehow transformed himself into one of the most hated and beloved characters of all time. As the “Iron Sheik” he represented the ultimate threat but Khosrow was living the American Dream with his beautiful wife and daughters. But, despite the fame and fortune, struggles with addiction and family tragedy all played a part in his incredible story.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  10. Background image for The Undertaker
    8.0/10(171 votes)

    #9 - The Undertaker

    S2:E1

    Learn the never-before-heard story of the man behind WWE's greatest character of all time--The Undertaker. Growing up in Texas, Mark Calaway loved wrestling so much he gave up a college basketball career to learn the ropes and became the most notorious villain in WWE history. Starting with his introduction at the 1990 Survivor Series, the 6'10 Undertaker loomed over the WWE for 3 decades, thrilling and terrifying fans and competitors, and amassing a staggering number of titles and records. However, The Deadman is more than his legendary character.

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    Director:Unknown
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  11. Background image for Wrestlemania 1
    8.0/10(116 votes)

    #10 - Wrestlemania 1

    S2:E9

    On a Sunday night in March, 1985, the pop cultural universe was rocked by an explosive event known as WrestleMania. This episode chronicles the making of the first WrestleMania, when Hulk Hogan, Mr. T, Iron Sheik, Roddy Piper, and others took over Madison Square Garden and created the greatest wrestling event of all time.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  12. Background image for Shawn Michaels
    7.8/10(305 votes)

    #11 - Shawn Michaels

    S1:E5

    The film chronicles the wild life of one of WWE’s greatest performers and most enduring villains. After drug addiction nearly cost him his life, Shawn Michaels, aka “The Heartbreak Kid,” made one of the most improbable late-career comebacks in WWE history. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2011.

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    Director:Joe Lavine
    Writer:Unknown
  13. Background image for Lex Luger
    7.8/10(129 votes)

    #12 - Lex Luger

    S2:E5

    This episode shares the story of WWE Legend Lex Luger--The Total Package. Boasting an impressive physique, Luger was given the moniker "The Narcissist" and later "The All American" by Vince McMahon himself. Luger found his home with the WCW, and his matches helped cement the legendary rivalry between WWE and WCW. But Luger's winning streak came to a grinding halt with drug and alcohol abuse, jail time, and the tragic death of his girlfriend, Miss Elizabeth.

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    Director:Unknown
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  14. Background image for New World Order (nWo)
    7.8/10(121 votes)

    #13 - New World Order (nWo)

    S3:E1

    Hulk Hogan joins Scott Hall and Kevin Nash to form a group of villains called the New World Order, which becomes the most influential faction in the history of sports entertainment and has fans cheering for the bad guys.

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    Director:Unknown
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  15. Background image for Chyna
    7.8/10(106 votes)

    #14 - Chyna

    S3:E3

    Known as the "Ninth Wonder of the World", Joanie Lee Laurer transcended all traditional boundaries of what a female could accomplish in Sports Entertainment. As a child, Joanie had dreams of being someone special. As Chyna, Joanie took the WWE by storm. From day one, Chyna was unique. Debuting as a bodyguard for the men who made up the legendary faction "Degeneration X" she made an immediate and lasting impact on the industry. She remains the only women in history to ever win the highly coveted WWE Intercontinental Championship. Her fame transcended sports entertainment but led her down a path of addiction and tragedy that ended her life too soon.

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    Director:Unknown
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  16. Background image for "Macho Man" Randy Savage
    7.7/10(292 votes)

    #15 - "Macho Man" Randy Savage

    S1:E3

    The film tells the larger-than-life story of one of the most colorful and charismatic Superstars to ever step foot inside the ring. With two WWE Championships, four WCW® World Championships and a 14-month reign as Intercontinental Champion, Savage became known for his famous catchphrases, larger-than-life personality and the enormous, flashy robes he wore into the ring.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  17. Background image for Edge
    7.7/10(132 votes)

    #16 - Edge

    S2:E7

    Get to know Edge--the Rated-R Superstar. His lifelong passion for wrestling drove him through the freezing-cold Canadian independent circuit to a white-hot WWE contract in 1997, where he manifested his dream of being a tag team with his best friend, Christian. But despite Edge's dedication to his craft and death-defying stunts, he struggled to be taken seriously in the ring; and pushed himself to the point of a debilitating injury, forcing him to retire in 2011. Edge found happiness in family and success acting in television, but the ring whispered his name...and in 2020 Edge returned to the squared circle to the ecstatic cheers of his legions of fan.

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    Director:Unknown
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  18. Background image for Rey Mysterio
    7.7/10(113 votes)

    #17 - Rey Mysterio

    S2:E8

    Witness the rise of the Ultimate Underdog, Rey Mysterio Jr. Growing up, Rey was immersed in the Mexican tradition of Lucha Libre, and studied under his uncle, the masked luchador, Rey Mysterio Sr. and although Rey only stood at 5-foot-6, this high-flying virtuoso inherited his uncle's name, and proceeded to conquer the U.S. Rey's revolutionary style and mythical storylines have thrilled audiences and earned him championships. Rey is adored by his fans and beloved by his family, who are continuing his legacy and joining him in the ring.

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    Director:Unknown
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  19. Background image for Ultimate Warrior
    7.6/10(267 votes)

    #18 - Ultimate Warrior

    S1:E6

    The film shares the story of Ultimate Warrior, a WWE Hall of Famer who inspired an entire generation of fans living by his mantra of “always believe.” With his colorful face paint and equally colorful interviews, Ultimate Warrior is perhaps best remembered for defeating Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania VI to become both the WWE Champion and the Intercontinental Champion.

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    Writer:Unknown
  20. Background image for D-Generation X
    7.6/10(135 votes)

    #19 - D-Generation X

    S2:E6

    In the 90's , no one was ready for ready for the infamous faction known as D-Generation X. They completely transformed what was possible to "get away with" on live television. Was DX a reflection of the culture at the time? Either way, Shawn Michaels, Triple H and Chyna began a revolution and Road Dogg, Billy Gunn, and X-Pac escalated it to the next level. At time offensive, profane, and rebellious--but always entertaining. DX found fame and fortune along the way--but they would pay an enormous price for success.

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    Director:Unknown
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  21. Background image for Yokozuna
    7.6/10(93 votes)

    #20 - Yokozuna

    S3:E8

    Rodney Anoa'i was a high school dropout who needed direction and purpose; after exploding onto the scene in 1992, the 500 pound giant became "Yokozuna" and quickly skyrocketed to WWE superstardom.

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    Director:Unknown
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  22. Background image for Booker T
    7.5/10(227 votes)

    #21 - Booker T

    S1:E4

    The film showcases one of the greatest Superstars in sports entertainment history. Booker T is an 11-time WCW Tag Team Champion, a six-time World Champion, winner of the 2006 King of the Ring Tournament, and a two-time (2013 and 2019) inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame. In addition to his Hall of Fame career in the ring, Booker T also went on to become a color commentator for WWE’s weekly programming.

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    Director:George Roy
    Writer:Unknown
  23. Background image for Kane
    7.4/10(97 votes)

    #22 - Kane

    S3:E4

    The Big Red Machine known as Kane was an indestructible monster that terrorized the WWE from the moment of his legendary debut at Hell in a Cell. Portrayed as the sadistic evil brother of the legendary Undertaker--Kane struck fear throughout the WWE Universe for decades. The man who portrays this beastly leviathan in actuality is Glenn Jacobs, a soft-spoken husband and father of two daughters who turned in his wrestling tights to become mayor of Knoxville County in Tennessee. In WWE, the Kane / Undertaker rivalry is considered to be the best story ever told in WWE history--in real life, the story of the man Glenn Jacobs is a stark contrast to the monster he embodied for so many years.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  24. Background image for Goldberg
    7.3/10(144 votes)

    #23 - Goldberg

    S2:E2

    How did a nice Jewish boy from Oklahoma become an unstoppable WWE Superstar earning an unprecedented record of 173-0? This episode follows the story of Goldberg, a wrecking machine who dominated his competitors with brute force. Dogged by drama following his controversial match against the legend Bret Hart, Goldberg stepped out of the ring for 12 years. However, Goldberg returned to the squared circle winning his second Universal Championship in front of his proud son before being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2018.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  25. Background image for Jerry Lawler
    7.3/10(90 votes)

    #24 - Jerry Lawler

    S3:E5

    Jerry “The King” Lawler is a once-in-a-lifetime Superstar whose career spanned generations. As he celebrates the 50th anniversary of his first match, Lawler looks back at his unlikely journey to the top of sports entertainment. From headlining sold-out shows in Memphis, to a wild appearance with comedian Andy Kaufman on Late Night with David Letterman, Lawler didn’t disappoint. He eventually made his way to the WWE, where ‘The King of Wrestling’ became the soundtrack of the Attitude Era on the commentary desk. This one-hour Biography features Lawler like never before as he openly discusses his personal life as well as his near-death experience on live television a decade ago.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  26. Background image for Paige
    6.6/10(85 votes)

    #25 - Paige

    S3:E6

    Follow the incredible journey of WWE’s original “Anti-Diva” Paige, from her humble beginnings in Norwich, England, to becoming a catalyst for the WWE Women’s Revolution. While overcoming fears, injuries and struggles with self-worth, Paige became the youngest women’s champion in WWE history. Paige’s story was so incredible that she was the inspiration for the film Fighting with my Family. She candidly discusses her mental health struggles, including her rock bottom moment after an online leak spread throughout the internet. Paige discusses how she has overcome those challenges and continues to blaze a trail for women in sports entertainment.

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    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"Dusty Rhodes" is the best rated episode of "Biography: WWE Legends". It scored 8.6/10 based on 104 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/9/2023. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Mick Foley".