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The Best Episodes of WCW Thunder

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

WCW Thunder was a professional wrestling show produced by World Championship Wrestling.
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  • Thunder 02
    6.8/10(18)
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    #1 - Thunder 02

    Season 1 Episode 2

    Aired 1/15/1998

    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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  • Thunder 07
    6.8/10(15)
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    #2 - Thunder 07

    Season 1 Episode 7

    Aired 2/19/1998

    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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  • Thunder 04
    6.7/10(14)
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    #3 - Thunder 04

    Season 1 Episode 4

    Aired 1/29/1998

    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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  • Thunder 20
    6.7/10(11)
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    #4 - Thunder 20

    Season 1 Episode 20

    Aired 6/11/1998

    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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  • Thunder 51
    6.7/10(10)
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    #5 - Thunder 51

    Season 2 Episode 7

    Aired 2/18/1999

    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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  • Thunder 53
    6.7/10(10)
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    #6 - Thunder 53

    Season 2 Episode 9

    Aired 3/4/1999

    Buff Bagwell's mouth gets him in trouble when he goes one-on-one with Booker T in the main event. "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan makes his return to World Championship Wrestling. Saturn issues a challenge to Chris Jericho. Plus, Chavo Guerrero Jr. challenges Kidman for the Cruiserweight Championship, Bam Bam Bigelow faces Prince Iaukea, and much more.

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  • Thunder 05
    6.4/10(16)
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    #7 - Thunder 05

    Season 1 Episode 5

    Aired 2/5/1998

    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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  • Thunder 09
    6.4/10(12)
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    #8 - Thunder 09

    Season 1 Episode 9

    Aired 3/5/1998

    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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  • Thunder 23
    6.4/10(12)
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    #9 - Thunder 23

    Season 1 Episode 23

    Aired 7/2/1998

    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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  • Thunder 27
    6.4/10(11)
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    #10 - Thunder 27

    Season 1 Episode 27

    Aired 8/13/1998

    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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  • Thunder 156
    6.4/10(10)
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    #11 - Thunder 156

    Season 4 Episode 12

    Aired 3/21/2001

    Last Episode of WCW Thunder

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  • Thunder 03
    6.3/10(15)
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    #12 - Thunder 03

    Season 1 Episode 3

    Aired 1/22/1998

    While preparing to face Larry Zbyszko at Souled Out, Scott Hall turns his attention to The Giant in the main event. Goldberg looks to extend his winning streak in a match against Kendall Windham. Plus, Hollywood Hogan vows to bring the WCW World Heavyweight Championship back to the New World Order.

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  • Thunder 16
    6.3/10(11)
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    #13 - Thunder 16

    Season 1 Episode 16

    Aired 5/14/1998

    Eric Bischoff sends another message to his rival from up north. The war between nWo Wolfpac and nWo Hollywood rages on when members of both factions make their presence felt in a main event bout between Sting and "Macho Man" Randy Savage. Plus, Raven tasks Sick Boy with bringing the WCW United States Heavyweight Championship to The Flock.

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  • Thunder 52
    6.3/10(10)
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    #14 - Thunder 52

    Season 2 Episode 8

    Aired 2/25/1999

    Disco Inferno sings a different tune when he takes on Bret Hart in the main event. The altercation on Monday Nitro between Kevin Nash and the newly unmasked Rey Mysterio Jr. is revisited. Hak looks to teach Damian a lesson in a Hardcore Match. Plus, a look at the sordid love triangle involving Diamond Dallas Page, Kimberly and Scott Steiner.

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  • Thunder 06
    6.2/10(15)
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    #15 - Thunder 06

    Season 1 Episode 6

    Aired 2/12/1998

    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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  • Thunder 48
    6.2/10(10)
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    #16 - Thunder 48

    Season 2 Episode 4

    Aired 1/28/1999

    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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  • Thunder 10
    6.1/10(13)
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    #17 - Thunder 10

    Season 1 Episode 10

    Aired 3/12/1998

    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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  • Thunder 12
    6.1/10(12)
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    #18 - Thunder 12

    Season 1 Episode 12

    Aired 3/26/1998

    Kevin Nash and Hollywood Hogan put aside their differences when they face Lex Luger & WCW World Heavyweight Champion Sting. While Raven continues to hold the WCW United States Title hostage, Diamond Dallas Page puts the gold on the line in a match against Saturn. Plus, Eddie Guerrero challenges Booker T for the World Television Championship.

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  • Thunder 17
    6.1/10(11)
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    #19 - Thunder 17

    Season 1 Episode 17

    Aired 5/21/1998

    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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  • Thunder 19
    6.1/10(11)
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    #20 - Thunder 19

    Season 1 Episode 19

    Aired 6/4/1998

    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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  • Thunder 21
    6.1/10(11)
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    #21 - Thunder 21

    Season 1 Episode 21

    Aired 6/18/1998

    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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  • Thunder 22
    6.1/10(11)
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    #22 - Thunder 22

    Season 1 Episode 22

    Aired 6/25/1998

    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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  • Thunder 25
    6.1/10(11)
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    #23 - Thunder 25

    Season 1 Episode 25

    Aired 7/16/1998

    A singles bout between Diamond Dallas Page and Curt Hennig quickly turns into a Tag Team Match that sees Konnan partner with DDP to take on two nWo Hollywood standouts. With Booker T out of action, Stevie Ray looks to protect his brother's World Television Championship. Plus, Bret Hart delivers some words of warning to the WCW roster.

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  • Thunder 31
    6.1/10(11)
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    #24 - Thunder 31

    Season 1 Episode 31

    Aired 9/10/1998

    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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  • Thunder 08
    6.0/10(12)
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    #25 - Thunder 08

    Season 1 Episode 8

    Aired 2/26/1998

    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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Best Episodes Summary

"Thunder 02" is the best rated episode of "WCW Thunder". It scored 6.8/10 based on 18 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 1/15/1998. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Thunder 07".