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The Best Episodes of WCW Monday Nitro

Every episode of WCW Monday Nitro ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of WCW Monday Nitro!

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WCW's flagship show led to the famous Monday Night War. Featuring the nWo, Lex Luger, Ric Flair, Sting, and the Cruiserweights.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    WCW Monday Nitro Season 6 Episode 28 - Nitro 251
    8.6/10(40 votes)

    #1 - Nitro 251

    S6:E28

    While Booker T defends the WCW Championship against Mike Awesome, a Four Corners Match is held to determine the new Number One Contender.

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  2. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 44 - WCW Monday Nitro - Nov 03, 1997
    8.4/10(29 votes)

    #2 - WCW Monday Nitro - Nov 03, 1997

    S3:E44

    Hulk Hogan has issued a challenge to the mysterious Sting for Starrcade 1997. Will Sting accept? Curt Hennig faces Lex Luger.

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  3. WCW Monday Nitro Season 2 Episode 47 - WCW Monday Nitro - Dec. 02, 1996
    7.8/10(27 votes)

    #3 - WCW Monday Nitro - Dec. 02, 1996

    S2:E47

    The Steiner Brothers call out Sting to answer for his recent controversial actions. As the road to Starrcade continues, legends rally in support of "Rowdy" Roddy Piper in his upcoming match against Hollywood Hogan. The tournament for the United States Championship continues as several of WCW's finest compete for the gold. All this and much more.

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  4. WCW Monday Nitro Season 4 Episode 36 - August 31st, 1998
    7.5/10(19 votes)

    #4 - August 31st, 1998

    S4:E36

    'Hollywood' Hulk Hogan teams with Bret Hart to face Sting and Lex Luger. The Warrior returns to Nitro. 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper and more.

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  5. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 3 - Nitro 175
    7.5/10(21 votes)

    #5 - Nitro 175

    S5:E3

    Scott Hall, Bam Bam Bigelow, and Goldberg compete in a triangle match. David Flair battles Eric Bischoff. Chris Jericho faces Booker T.

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  6. WCW Monday Nitro Season 1 Episode 1 - WCW Monday Nitro - Sep. 04, 1995
    7.4/10(112 votes)

    #6 - WCW Monday Nitro - Sep. 04, 1995

    S1:E1

    The biggest stars of World Championship Wrestling are on hand to make history on the debut edition of WCW Monday Nitro from the Mall of America in Minneapolis, Minnesota. World Heavyweight Champion, Hulk Hogan, defends the title against Big Bubba. Ric Flair looks to capture the United States Championship from Sting and much more.

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  7. WCW Monday Nitro Season 2 Episode 39 - WCW Monday Nitro - Oct. 07, 1996
    7.4/10(26 votes)

    #7 - WCW Monday Nitro - Oct. 07, 1996

    S2:E39

    On this edition of Nitro, the New World Order continues to target Macho Man Randy Savage among other WCW superstars. As Glacier continues his success in the ring, Harlem Heat takes on Public Enemy. Plus, Diamond Dallas Page, Lex Luger, and much more.

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  8. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 5 - WCW Monday Nitro - Feb 03, 1997
    7.4/10(30 votes)

    #8 - WCW Monday Nitro - Feb 03, 1997

    S3:E5

    World Heavyweight Champion Hollywood Hogan is looking at a confrontation with "Rowdy" Roddy Piper.

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  9. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 28 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jul 14, 1997
    7.4/10(24 votes)

    #9 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jul 14, 1997

    S3:E28

    Ric Flair battles Jeff Jarrett. Eddie Guerrero takes on Chavo Guerrero Jr. Harlem Heat face Scott Hall and Syxx. The Giant and much more.

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  10. WCW Monday Nitro Season 4 Episode 34 - August 17th, 1998
    7.2/10(19 votes)

    #10 - August 17th, 1998

    S4:E34

    This episode of Nitro starts off with a huge announcement regarding Goldberg and The Giant! Hulk Hogan receives the ultimate surprise!

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  11. WCW Monday Nitro Season 4 Episode 35 - August 24th, 1998
    7.2/10(21 votes)

    #11 - August 24th, 1998

    S4:E35

    The Warrior is back on this episode of Nitro! Kevin Nash looks for the perfect partner to face Hulk Hogan and The Giant in the main event.

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  12. WCW Monday Nitro Season 2 Episode 42 - WCW Monday Nitro - Oct. 28, 1996
    7.1/10(26 votes)

    #12 - WCW Monday Nitro - Oct. 28, 1996

    S2:E42

    Just 24 hours removed from Halloween Havoc, the New World Order continues to have the upper hand in their war with World Championship Wrestling but Hollywood Hogan may have to pay the piper. Jeff Jarrett tries to rally WCW against the NWO. Plus, several of WCW's finest are in action including Booker T, Lex Luger, and many more.

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  13. WCW Monday Nitro Season 2 Episode 43 - WCW Monday Nitro - Nov. 04, 1996
    7.1/10(25 votes)

    #13 - WCW Monday Nitro - Nov. 04, 1996

    S2:E43

    While the New World Order continues to disrupt the established order, Eric Bischoff tries to set up a match between Hollywood Hogan and "Rowdy" Roddy Piper. Despite not having the support of the Four Horsemen, Jeff Jarrett vows to stop the NWO and their leader. Plus, Booker T, Diamond Dallas Page, and many more are in action.

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  14. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 7 - WCW Monday Nitro - Feb 17, 1997
    7.1/10(24 votes)

    #14 - WCW Monday Nitro - Feb 17, 1997

    S3:E7

    "Rowdy" Roddy Piper preps for battle; The Outsiders and Syxx cross a line; A ref threatened.

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  15. WCW Monday Nitro Season 2 Episode 49 - WCW Monday Nitro - Dec. 16, 1996
    7.0/10(23 votes)

    #15 - WCW Monday Nitro - Dec. 16, 1996

    S2:E49

    As the New World Order takes over this edition of Nitro, their ranks continue to get stronger with defection of more WCW superstars. In "Rowdy" Roddy Piper's absence Hollywood Hogan demonstrates his courage. The Outsiders battle with the Faces of Fear. Plus, Arn Anderson, Rey Mysterio Jr., and many more in action.

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  16. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 14 - WCW Monday Nitro - Apr 07, 1997
    7.0/10(25 votes)

    #16 - WCW Monday Nitro - Apr 07, 1997

    S3:E14

    There's turmoil within the nWo. Will they be able to function as a cohesive unit against WCW?

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  17. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 50 - WCW Monday Nitro - Dec 15, 1997
    7.0/10(22 votes)

    #17 - WCW Monday Nitro - Dec 15, 1997

    S3:E50

    The nWo looks to roll into Starrcade with momentum on their side. Booker T battles 'Macho Man' Randy Savage. Ric Flair, Bret Hart, and more.

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  18. WCW Monday Nitro Season 1 Episode 5 - WCW Monday Nitro - Oct. 02, 1995
    6.9/10(62 votes)

    #18 - WCW Monday Nitro - Oct. 02, 1995

    S1:E5

    Lex Luger puts his World Heavyweight Championship opportunity and his career on the line against "Macho Man" Randy Savage. World Heavyweight Champion Hulk Hogan looks to confront The Giant. Eddie Guerrero goes one on one with Dean Malenko. Plus, Arn Anderson takes on "Nature Boy" Ric Flair and much more.

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  19. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 2 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jan 13, 1997
    6.9/10(27 votes)

    #19 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jan 13, 1997

    S3:E2

    Diamond Dallas Page finally lets the world know where his loyalties lie.

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  20. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 38 - WCW Monday Nitro - Sep 22, 1997
    6.9/10(21 votes)

    #20 - WCW Monday Nitro - Sep 22, 1997

    S3:E38

    The battle for supremacy between the New World Order and WCW continues on this episode of Nitro. Jeff Jarrett faces Curt Hennig and more.

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  21. WCW Monday Nitro Season 4 Episode 32 - August 3rd, 1998
    6.9/10(20 votes)

    #21 - August 3rd, 1998

    S4:E32

    Bret Hart and Sting face The Giant and Scott Hall. Chris Jericho battles Rey Mysterio. Eddie Guerrero, Goldberg, and more are featured.

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  22. WCW Monday Nitro Season 2 Episode 40 - WCW Monday Nitro - Oct. 14, 1996
    6.8/10(26 votes)

    #22 - WCW Monday Nitro - Oct. 14, 1996

    S2:E40

    After weeks of torment, the Macho Man Randy Savage is confronted with a plea for forgiveness from Miss Elizabeth. As the ranks of the New World Order continue to march over WCW, two potential members get the answer they have been waiting for. Plus, Jeff Jarrett takes on Big Bubba, Harlem Heat battle the Faces of Fear, and much more.

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  23. WCW Monday Nitro Season 2 Episode 44 - WCW Monday Nitro - Nov. 11, 1996
    6.8/10(25 votes)

    #23 - WCW Monday Nitro - Nov. 11, 1996

    S2:E44

    The Outsiders look to recruit a diamond in the rough to the New World Order. Sting's actions continue to cause controversy. Speculation over the impending confrontation between "Rowdy" Roddy Piper and Hollywood Hogan continues while the NWO keeps holding Miss Elizabeth hostage. Plus, Harlem Heat, the Faces of Fear, and many more are in action.

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  24. WCW Monday Nitro Season 2 Episode 50 - WCW Monday Nitro - Dec. 23, 1996
    6.8/10(25 votes)

    #24 - WCW Monday Nitro - Dec. 23, 1996

    S2:E50

    While World Heavyweight Champion Hollywood Hogan and the New World Order continue their dominance, dissension is brewing in the ranks of the Four Horsemen. Speculation over Sting's loyalties continue to grow. Plus, Konnan seeks revenge on Big Bubba, Lord Steven Regal defends his Television Championship, and much more.

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  25. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 4 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jan 27, 1997
    6.8/10(27 votes)

    #25 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jan 27, 1997

    S3:E4

    The nWo looks to make up for their losses as Eric Bischoff makes some controversial decisions.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Nitro 251" is the best rated episode of "WCW Monday Nitro". It scored 8.6/10 based on 40 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/10/2000. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "WCW Monday Nitro - Nov 03, 1997".