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The Best Episodes of WCW Thunder

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

The Best Episodes of WCW Thunder

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    7.0/10(12 votes)

    #1 - Thunder 59

    S2:E15

    After his victory in a Battle Royal leads him to assume control of nWo Black and White, Stevie Ray challenges Diamond Dallas Page for the WCW World Heavyweight Championship. Buff Bagwell and Vampiro clash. Plus, Juventud Guerrera challenges Rey Mysterio Jr. for the WCW Cruiserweight Championship, Mikey Whipwreck faces Disco Inferno, and more.

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    6.9/10(21 votes)

    #2 - Thunder 02

    S1:E2

    Tensions within the New World Order create an opportunity for The Giant to get even when Kevin Nash & "Macho Man" Randy Savage team up to face Lex Luger & Diamond Dallas Page. Juventud Guerrera defends the WCW Cruiserweight Title against Rey Mysterio Jr. Plus, Hollywood Hogan addresses the situation over the WCW World Heavyweight Title.

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    6.9/10(14 votes)

    #3 - Thunder 20

    S1:E20

    The war between nWo Wolfpac and nWo Hollywood takes over the main event as The Giant & Disciple battle Lex Luger & "Macho Man" Randy Savage. After weeks of demanding that JJ Dillon return the WCW Cruiserweight Championship, Chris Jericho is given a chance to earn the title back from Dean Malenko. Plus, Konnan, Kidman, and much more in action.

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    6.8/10(16 votes)

    #4 - Thunder 04

    S1:E4

    After shocking the world by joining the New World Order at Souled Out, Dusty Rhodes shows everyone that the American Dream has turned into WCW's nightmare. In the main event, The Steiner Brothers challenge the nWo's Kevin Nash & Konnan for the World Tag Team Championships. Plus, Booker T defends the World Television Championship against Saturn.

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    6.7/10(17 votes)

    #5 - Thunder 07

    S1:E7

    With his opportunity to reclaim the WCW World Heavyweight Championship at SuperBrawl VIII approaching, Hollywood Hogan uses "Macho Man" Randy Savage to send a message to Sting. However, Hogan soon learns that the New World Order's grip on WCW may be losing strength. Plus, WCW Cruiserweight Champion Chris Jericho goes one-on-one with Dean Malenko.

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    6.6/10(13 votes)

    #6 - Thunder 58

    S2:E14

    Chris Jericho challenges Booker T for the World Television Championship. Konnan's problems with Disco Inferno escalate when Juventud Guerrera introduces K-Dawg to a legend. Rey Mysterio Jr. defends the WCW Cruiserweight Championship against Evan Karagias. Plus, Raven competes in singles action, Super Calo faces off against Blitzkrieg, and more.

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    6.5/10(18 votes)

    #7 - Thunder 05

    S1:E5

    As the road to SuperBrawl VIII continues, Diamond Dallas Page defends the coveted WCW United States Heavyweight Championship in the main event. Referee Nick Patrick addresses the recent accusations about his controversial officiating. Plus, Buff Bagwell & Konnan take on The Steiner Brothers in a Tag Team Match.

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    6.5/10(14 votes)

    #8 - Thunder 09

    S1:E9

    In an attempt to curry favor with Hollywood Hogan, Brian Adams volunteers to go one-on-one with "Macho Man" Randy Savage. Diamond Dallas Page finds himself playing by a different set of rules when he defends the WCW United States Heavyweight Title against Raven. Plus, The Giant seizes another opportunity to send a message to Kevin Nash.

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    6.5/10(14 votes)

    #9 - Thunder 22

    S1:E22

    The Giant looks to reclaim the World Tag Team Championship for nWo Hollywood by selecting a partner of his own choosing to challenge Sting and Lex Luger for the gold in a Tag Team Match main event. WCW Cruiserweight Champion Chris Jericho takes to the ring to go one-on-one with Ultimo Dragon. Plus, Raven and Sick Boy take on Public Enemy in a No Disqualification Match, Scott Steiner addresses his issues with his brother, and much more action on this edition of Thunder!

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    6.5/10(15 votes)

    #10 - Thunder 23

    S1:E23

    Hollywood Hogan's reign as WCW World Heavyweight Champion is put in danger after an announcement from JJ Dillon. The rivalry between nWo Hollywood and nWo Wolfpac escalates into the main event when The Giant takes on Lex Luger. WCW Television Champion Booker T gears up to battle Fit Finlay. Plus, Cruiserweight Champion Chris Jericho is in action.

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    6.5/10(14 votes)

    #11 - Thunder 35

    S1:E35

    While Lex Luger represents nWo Wolfpac in the main event versus Stevie Ray of nWo Hollywood, Scott Hall looks to further escalate tensions between both factions. Chris Jericho unearths an unusual way to end Goldberg's unbeaten streak. Plus, despite Eric Bischoff's best efforts to ban The Four Horsemen, Dean Malenko finds a way into singles action.

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    6.4/10(17 votes)

    #12 - Thunder 06

    S1:E6

    After Hollywood Hogan tries to cease the recent hostilities within the ranks of his New World Order by calling out "Macho Man" Randy Savage for an apology, tensions explode during a confrontation between Ric Flair and Lex Luger. Raven's Flock looks to recruit a new member. Plus, Meng in action, Goldberg goes one-on-one with Glacier, and much more!

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    6.4/10(14 votes)

    #13 - Thunder 08

    S1:E8

    Following Sting's victory over Hollywood Hogan at SuperBrawl VIII to legitimize his reign as WCW World Heavyweight Champion, Scott Hall steps up as the No. 1 contender for The Icon's title. Kevin Nash finds himself badly outnumbered when he plays by Raven's rules. As the newest member of the New World Order, Scott Steiner battles Marty Jannetty.

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    6.4/10(16 votes)

    #14 - Thunder 10

    S1:E10

    While The Giant promises to take on the entire faction by himself, the New World Order turns their attention away from this threat to make their presence felt when Sting gives "Macho Man" Randy Savage an opportunity at the WCW World Heavyweight Championship. Plus, Dean Malenko challenges Chris Jericho for the WCW Cruiserweight Championship.

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    6.4/10(14 votes)

    #15 - Thunder 21

    S1:E21

    The Goldberg phenomena takes over when he defends the WCW United States Heavyweight Championship against Reese. The nWo Wolfpac sends a message to Hollywood Hogan and his followers. Saturn declares his independence from Raven and The Flock. Plus, a South Philadelphia Street Fight ensues, and The Giant goes one-on-one with Disco Inferno.

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    6.4/10(14 votes)

    #16 - Thunder 27

    S1:E27

    Bret Hart looks to reclaim the WCW United States Heavyweight Championship by challenging Lex Luger for the gold in the main event. Before battling Curt Hennig in singles competition, Kevin Nash makes Goldberg an offer. Raven deals with some insubordination. Plus, Chris Jericho defends the World Television Title.

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    6.4/10(14 votes)

    #17 - Thunder 36

    S1:E36

    Dean Malenko learns that he is not alone when he goes one-on-one with Stevie Ray of nWo Hollywood in the main event. Kidman defends the WCW Cruiserweight Championship versus Kaz Hayashi. Plus, Diamond Dallas Page lets loose ahead of his match versus Goldberg for the WCW World Heavyweight Championship.

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    6.4/10(14 votes)

    #18 - Thunder 48

    S2:E4

    After The Outsiders look to once again disrupt the tournament to crown new WCW World Tag Team Champions, nWo Wolfpac's Kevin Nash & Scott Hall take to the ring to settle a score with Konnan & Rey Mysterio Jr. Bam Bam Bigelow gears up for in-ring action against Kaz Hayashi. Plus, Disco Inferno and Hector Garza compete in singles action.

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    6.4/10(14 votes)

    #19 - Thunder 49

    S2:E5

    Barry Windham & Curt Hennig look to advance in the tournament to crown new WCW World Tag Team Champions by clashing with Bobby Duncum Jr. & Mike Enos in the main event. Diamond Dallas Page's frustrations with Scott Steiner spell trouble for Glacier when they meet in singles action. Plus, an update of David Flair's medical condition.

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    6.4/10(14 votes)

    #20 - Thunder 51

    S2:E7

    The tournament to crown new WCW World Tag Team Champions heats up when members of The Four Horsemen battle members of the nWo in a Steel Cage Match. WCW President Ric Flair sends a scathing message to World Heavyweight Champion Hollywood Hogan. Plus, World Television Champion Scott Steiner accepts Diamond Dallas Page's challenge.

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    6.3/10(13 votes)

    #21 - Thunder 38

    S1:E38

    The Giant finds himself playing by a different set of rules when he takes to the ring to represent nWo Hollywood against Raven in the main event. Disco Inferno sets his sights on championship gold by challenging Chris Jericho for the World Television Championship. Plus, Latino World Order clashes with The Four Horsemen.

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    6.3/10(12 votes)

    #22 - Thunder 56

    S2:E12

    Two former allies collide when WCW President Ric Flair puts the WCW World Heavyweight Championship on the line against Barry Windham in the main event. Booker T faces Saturn in the tournament to crown a new WCW United States Heavyweight Champion. Plus, Fit Finlay battles Chris Adams, Jerry Flynn goes one-on-one with Scotty Riggs, and more.

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    6.2/10(14 votes)

    #23 - Thunder 17

    S1:E17

    Speculation over Sting's allegiances leads to a main event battle between Lex Luger and The Giant. "Macho Man" Randy Savage and "Rowdy" Roddy Piper are united by their shared disdain for Hollywood Hogan and Bret Hart. Raven confronts Saturn about his feelings toward The Flock. Plus, Jim Neidhart challenges Fit Finlay for the World Television Title.

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    6.2/10(14 votes)

    #24 - Thunder 19

    S1:E19

    In response to Sting aligning himself with nWo Wolfpac, The Giant selects a new partner from nWo Hollywood to help him defend the World Tag Team Championship. Plus, unable to compete due to injury, Curt Hennig announces his replacement to challenge Goldberg for the WCW United States Heavyweight Championship at The Great American Bash.

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    6.2/10(14 votes)

    #25 - Thunder 31

    S1:E31

    Kevin Nash represents his nWo Wolfpac when he battles Stevie Ray of nWo Hollywood. With the No. 1 contender for his WCW World Heavyweight Championship yet to be decided, Goldberg gears up for action against Rick Fuller. Plus, Bret Hart and Lex Luger find themselves unlikely partners in a Tag Team Match against Jim Neidhart & Davey Boy Smith.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Thunder 59" is the best rated episode of "WCW Thunder". It scored 7/10 based on 12 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/15/1999. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Thunder 02".