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The Best Episodes of Raw Season 12

Every episode of Raw Season 12 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Raw Season 12!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Raw Season 12 Episode 1 - Raw - Jan. 05, 2004
    7.5/10(28 votes)

    #1 - Raw - Jan. 05, 2004

    S12:E1

    In his role as the new Sheriff of Raw, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin lays down the law by ordering Triple H to defend the World Heavyweight Championship against Shawn Michaels at the Royal Rumble in a unique match. Plus, Ric Flair & Batista defend the World Tag Team Championship against The Dudley Boyz, and Rob Van Dam in action, and more.

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  2. Raw Season 12 Episode 2 - Raw - Jan. 12, 2004
    6.7/10(23 votes)

    #2 - Raw - Jan. 12, 2004

    S12:E2

    Randy Orton extends an open invitation to Mick Foley to witness him defend the Intercontinental Championship against Rob Van Dam in the main event. Shawn Michaels and World Heavyweight Champion Triple H come face-to-face in an interview with Jonathan Coachman. After demanding some in-ring action, Matt Hardy goes one-on-one with Goldberg and more.

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  3. Raw Season 12 Episode 3 - Raw - Jan. 19, 2004
    6.8/10(25 votes)

    #3 - Raw - Jan. 19, 2004

    S12:E3

    With Eric Bischoff away, Interim General Manager Jonathan Coachman announces that the Superstars of Raw will compete in a series of matches for a chance to participate in an Over The Top Rope Challenge where the winner will receive the Number 30 Spot in the 2004 Royal Rumble. Plus, Randy Orton, Mick Foley, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, and more.

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  4. Raw Season 12 Episode 4 - Raw - Jan. 26, 2004
    7.4/10(26 votes)

    #4 - Raw - Jan. 26, 2004

    S12:E4

    Shawn Michaels and World Heavyweight Champion Triple H are left stunned when Sheriff "Stone Cold" Steve Austin introduces a new player to their rivalry. Mick Foley confronts Randy Orton. Plus, Chris Jericho's overplays his position, Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff punishes Jonathan Coachman, and much more action.

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  5. Raw Season 12 Episode 5 - Raw - Feb. 02, 2004
    6.7/10(23 votes)

    #5 - Raw - Feb. 02, 2004

    S12:E5

    Before facing Shawn Michaels in the main event, Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton looks to take out Mick Foley. When Chris Jericho welcomes Chris Benoit to The Highlight Reel, Y2J finds himself teaming with Christian to challenge Batista & Ric Flair for the World Tag Team Championships. Plus, Goldberg and more.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Raw Season 12 Episode 6 - Raw - Feb. 09, 2004
    7.4/10(23 votes)

    #6 - Raw - Feb. 09, 2004

    S12:E6

    As World Heavyweight Champion Triple H prepares to sign the contract for his title defense at WrestleMania XX, an old friend shows up to break some hearts. With "Stone Cold" Steve Austin offering Goldberg a chance to get even with Brock Lesnar at No Way Out, SmackDown General Manager Paul Heyman comes to Monday Night Raw with a word of warning.

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  7. Raw Season 12 Episode 7 - Raw - Feb. 16, 2004
    7.5/10(20 votes)

    #7 - Raw - Feb. 16, 2004

    S12:E7

    While Shawn Michaels looks to settle some unfinished business in the main event, Sheriff Stone Cold Steve Austin and General Manager Eric Bischoff try to decide who will challenge Triple H for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania XX. Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton looks end his rivalry with Mick Foley and more.

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  8. Raw Season 12 Episode 8 - Raw - Feb. 23, 2004
    7.1/10(19 votes)

    #8 - Raw - Feb. 23, 2004

    S12:E8

    Mr. McMahon makes some groundbreaking announcements for WrestleMania XX including naming "Stone Cold" Steve Austin the special referee for the match between Brock Lesnar and Goldberg. But first, the Rattlesnake must prove his officiating capabilities when The Chairman takes on Eric Bischoff in the main event. Plus, Batista and more in action.

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  9. Raw Season 12 Episode 9 - Raw - Mar. 01, 2004
    6.6/10(21 votes)

    #9 - Raw - Mar. 01, 2004

    S12:E9

    Triple H looks to eliminate the two threats to his World Heavyweight Championship by having them face off with Batista and Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton in tag team action. But while Evolution tries to maintain their dominance, Mick Foley looks to rock their world by enlisting the help of an old friend. Plus, Rob Van Dam and more in action.

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  10. Raw Season 12 Episode 10 - Raw - Mar. 08, 2004
    6.4/10(21 votes)

    #10 - Raw - Mar. 08, 2004

    S12:E10

    Triple H delivers a message to both challengers for his World Heavyweight Championship. Following their unforgettable reunion, The Rock 'n' Sock Connection returns to Raw for a face-to-face confrontation with Evolution. Plus, Kane is confronted by his fate, an 8-Man Tag Team Match, and more.

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  11. Raw Season 12 Episode 11 - Raw - Mar. 15, 2004
    6.8/10(25 votes)

    #11 - Raw - Mar. 15, 2004

    S12:E11

    Mr. McMahon makes a special announcement. In retaliation for losing the World Heavyweight Championship, Triple H goes on a quest for vengeance by having Batista, Ric Flair & Randy Orton battle two enemies of Evolution in a Handicap Match. Plus, Rob Van Dam and Booker T defend the World Tag Team Championship against The Dudley Boyz and more.

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  12. Raw Season 12 Episode 12 - Raw - Mar. 22, 2004
    7.4/10(31 votes)

    #12 - Raw - Mar. 22, 2004

    S12:E12

    The landscape of WWE is drastically altered when SmackDown General Manager Paul Heyman and Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff randomly select Superstar additions to their prospective brands in the first ever WWE Draft Lottery. Mr. McMahon has Eddie Guerrero defend the WWE Championship. Plus, Evolution, Chris Jericho, and many more in action.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. Raw Season 12 Episode 13 - Raw - Mar. 29, 2004
    7.1/10(14 votes)

    #13 - Raw - Mar. 29, 2004

    S12:E13

    Triple H receives a challenge from one of Raw's newest additions, Shelton Benjamin. In an effort to discover the reasons behind her controversial actions at WrestleMania, Chris Jericho confronts Trish Stratus on an all new edition of The Highlight Reel. Plus, Tajiri battles Kane, Mick Foley issues a special challenge to Randy Orton, and much more.

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  14. Raw Season 12 Episode 14 - Raw - Apr. 05, 2004
    6.4/10(18 votes)

    #14 - Raw - Apr. 05, 2004

    S12:E14

    When Shelton Benjamin challenges Triple H to a rematch from the previous edition of Monday Night RAW in effort to prove that his victory wasn't a fluke, Evolution responds by stacking the odds in The Game's favor. The Women of WWE compete in a Battle Royal to determine the No. 1 Contender for the Women's Championship. Plus, Kane and much more.

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  15. Raw Season 12 Episode 15 - Raw - Apr 12, 2004
    6.6/10(17 votes)

    #15 - Raw - Apr 12, 2004

    S12:E15

    Shelton Benjamin and others take on Evolution in the main event. Plus, Lita joins The Highlight Reel, Edge confronts Johnny Nitro, and more!

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  16. Raw Season 12 Episode 16 - Raw - Apr. 19, 2004
    7.3/10(19 votes)

    #16 - Raw - Apr. 19, 2004

    S12:E16

    Shawn Michaels seizes an opportunity to put him back in the hunt for the World Heavyweight Championship. Edge picks a fight with Randy Orton that leads him into a Tag Team main event against Evolution's Ric Flair & Batista. Kane makes a statement to Lita. Plus, Victoria defends the Women's Championship against Molly Holly and more.

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  17. Raw Season 12 Episode 17 - Raw - Apr. 26, 2004
    7.1/10(18 votes)

    #17 - Raw - Apr. 26, 2004

    S12:E17

    Triple H goes one-on-one with Tajiri. Shelton Benjamin takes exception to Randy Orton disrespecting another legend. Before Matt Hardy can battle Kane in retaliation for his recent assault, the Big Red Monster takes matters in his own hands. Plus, Evolution's Ric Flair & Batista go after the World Tag Team Championship and more.

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  18. Raw Season 12 Episode 18 - Raw - May. 03, 2004
    6.8/10(16 votes)

    #18 - Raw - May. 03, 2004

    S12:E18

    Triple H, Batista & Randy Orton take on Shelton Benjamin, Tajiri & Edge in a Six-Man Tag Team Match. During an all new Highlight Reel, things take a dire turn for Matt Hardy after Kane reveals that he has stolen something precious to him. Plus, Shawn Michaels goes after the World Heavyweight Championship in the main event, and much more.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Raw Season 12 Episode 19 - Raw - May. 10, 2004
    7.0/10(16 votes)

    #19 - Raw - May. 10, 2004

    S12:E19

    Chris Jericho faces Christian in a Steel Cage Match. When Shawn Michaels makes his presence felt during Triple H's match with Shelton Benjamin, Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff decides to punish The Heartbreak Kid. While Matt Hardy prepares for action, Kane informs Lita that time is running out. Plus, Tajiri takes on Batista and much more.

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  20. Raw Season 12 Episode 20 - Raw - May. 17, 2004
    6.9/10(19 votes)

    #20 - Raw - May. 17, 2004

    S12:E20

    Batista & Randy Orton look to bring home the gold to Evolution by going after the World Tag Team Championship. Weeks of being tormented by Kane come to a head when Lita is faced with an ultimatum. Eugene has his world rocked by the return of a new friend. All this and much more.

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  21. Raw Season 12 Episode 21 - Raw - May. 24, 2004
    6.9/10(15 votes)

    #21 - Raw - May. 24, 2004

    S12:E21

    Shawn Michaels' ongoing rivalry with Triple H rages on as Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff reinstates The Heartbreak Kid. When things break down on The Highlight Reel, Chris Jericho finds himself teaming with Shelton Benjamin to take on Evolution's Batista & Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton. Plus, Edge faces Ric Flair and much more.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Raw Season 12 Episode 22 - Raw - May. 31, 2004
    7.1/10(17 votes)

    #22 - Raw - May. 31, 2004

    S12:E22

    Triple H sends a message to Shawn Michaels. After The Coach lures Eugene into an attack by Kane, RAW General Manager Eric Bischoff decides to make an example out of his nephew by having him go one-on-one the Big Red Machine. Plus, Shelton Benjamin takes on Randy Orton, Matt Hardy battles Garrison Cade, and much more.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Raw Season 12 Episode 23 - Raw - Jun. 07, 2004
    7.1/10(22 votes)

    #23 - Raw - Jun. 07, 2004

    S12:E23

    Triple H orders Evolution to divide and conquer their enemies as Batista faces Shelton Benjamin in singles action before Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton goes one-on-one with The Heartbreak Kid in the main event. Eugene tries to prove himself when he takes on Eric Bischoff's apprentice, Johnny Nitro. Plus, Lita battles Gail Kim, and more.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. Raw Season 12 Episode 24 - Raw - Jun. 14, 2004
    7.1/10(17 votes)

    #24 - Raw - Jun. 14, 2004

    S12:E24

    Shawn Michaels and Triple H come face-to-face once again as Jim Ross tries to get both men to put their rivalry to rest. On a new edition of The Highlight Reel, Eugene is given a chance to meet his hero. Lita's life is forever changed after receiving some troubling news. Plus, Evolution's Ric Flair, Batista, and Randy Orton and more.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. Raw Season 12 Episode 25 - Raw - Jun. 21, 2004
    6.7/10(21 votes)

    #25 - Raw - Jun. 21, 2004

    S12:E25

    Eugene receives the opportunity of lifetime when he competes in the main event against his hero, Triple H. The future clashes with the past when The Rock and Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton come face-to-face. Matt Hardy's joy over Lita's pregnancy turns to grief after Kane makes a shocking revelation. Edge & Chris Jericho face Evolution.

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Season 12 Ratings Summary

"Raw - Jan. 05, 2004" is the best rated episode of "Raw" season 12. It scored 7.5/10 based on 28 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/5/2004. This episode is rated 0.8 points higher than the second-best, "Raw - Jan. 12, 2004".