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The Best Episodes of Raw Season 4

Every episode of Raw Season 4 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Raw Season 4!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Raw Season 4 Episode 13 - April 1, 1996
    6.7/10(54 votes)

    S4:E13

    New WWE Champion Shawn Michaels kicks off his inaugural title reign and acknowledges his next challengers. After weeks of cryptic messages, Mankind makes his debut. As The Undertaker faces off with Justin Hawk Bradshaw, the Deadman's newest enemy makes his presence felt. Plus, Marc Mero, The Body Donnas, and many more in action.

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  2. Raw Season 4 Episode 48 - December 9, 1996
    6.6/10(47 votes)

    S4:E48

    The Undertaker and Mankind battle in a No Holds Barred main event. While Bret Hart prepares for his upcoming WWE Championship opportunity at In Your House, the "Hit Man" gives an interview about recent events in WWE. Plus, Sycho Sid takes on Hunter Hearst Helmsley, Goldust goes one-on-one against Bart Gunn, and much, much more.

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  3. Raw Season 4 Episode 51 - December 30, 1996
    6.6/10(42 votes)

    S4:E51

    Shawn Michaels and Bret Hart come face-to-face in a special interview. When "Stone Cold" Steve Austin teams up with Faarooq to battle Jesse James & Savio Vega. Plus, Goldust takes on Jerry "The King" Lawler in the main event, Hunter Hearst Helmsley squares off against Flash Funk, and more.

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  4. Raw Season 4 Episode 19 - May 13, 1996
    6.5/10(48 votes)

    S4:E19

    Goldust looks to shine his spotlight on the Undertaker with help from Mankind. WWE Champion Shawn Michaels looks to take out his recent frustrations in a match against Hunter Hearst Helmsley. Plus, the British Bulldog offers a stern warning towards The Heartbreak Kid, Vader takes out the trash when he battles Duke "The Dumpster" Drose, and more.

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  5. Raw Season 4 Episode 42 - October 28, 1996
    6.5/10(48 votes)

    S4:E42

    WWE Champion Shawn Michaels takes on Tag Team Champion The British Bulldog. With Bret Hart at his home in Calgary and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin at WWE Studios, both men are interviewed live via satellite about their upcoming face off at Survivor Series. Plus, Billy Gunn battles Freddie Joe Floyd, Crush squares off against Aldo Montoya, and more.

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  6. Raw Season 4 Episode 43 - November 4, 1996
    6.5/10(54 votes)

    S4:E43

    Brian Pillman prepares to give an interview via satellite from his home while he recuperates from his recent injury. However, things take a dangerous turn when Pillman and his family are targeted by his old friend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Plus, The Sultan battles Alex Porteau, Goldust takes on The Stalker, and much more.

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  7. Raw Season 4 Episode 46 - November 25, 1996
    6.5/10(52 votes)

    S4:E46

    While Bret Hart looks to settle a sibling rivalry in one-on-one action, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin shows the "Hit Man" that their problems are far from over. From his home in San Antonio, Shawn Michaels, along side Jose Lothario, shares his thoughts on Sycho Sid's despicable actions Plus, Marc Mero faces Billy Gunn, Rocky Maivia in action, and more.

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  8. Raw Season 4 Episode 4 - January 22, 1996
    6.4/10(51 votes)

    S4:E4

    Jim Cornette's newest client delivers a message to President Gorilla Monsoon. Bret Hart faces Goldust in the main event.

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  9. Raw Season 4 Episode 5 - January 29, 1996
    6.4/10(44 votes)

    S4:E5

    With President Gorilla Monsoon out of commission thanks to a recent attack at the hands of Vader, WWE pays the piper as they enlist a new acting president. Jim Cornette enlists the legal services of Clarence Mason to fight Vader's suspension. Shawn Michaels faces Yokozuna. Plus, Diesel battles the British Bulldog and much more.

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  10. Raw Season 4 Episode 6 - February 5, 1996
    6.4/10(41 votes)

    S4:E6

    Shawn Michaels & Diesel take on Yokozuna & British Bulldog. As Bret Hart defends his WWE Championship against the Undertaker in the main event, another giant makes his presence felt. Plus, the 1-2-3 Kid battles Hakushi, Gorilla Monsoon delivers his first public address since being attacked by Vader, and much more.

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  11. Raw Season 4 Episode 45 - November 18, 1996
    6.4/10(50 votes)

    S4:E45

    New WWE Champion Sycho Sid speaks about his victory over Shawn Michaels and sends a message to Bret Hart. When The Executioner targets "Stone Cold" Steve Austin in his confrontation with Mankind, Austin receives help from an unlikely source. Plus, Faarooq takes on Savio Vega, Leif Cassidy & Bob "Spark Plugg" Holly in a tag team action, and more.

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  12. Raw Season 4 Episode 14 - April 8, 1996
    6.3/10(50 votes)

    S4:E14

    The Ultimate Warrior makes his triumphant return to WWE. WWE Champion Shawn Michaels takes on Jerry "The King" Lawler with Diesel looming ringside. Giants collide when Yokozuna goes one-on-one with Vader. Ahmed Johnson challenges British Bulldog in an Arm Wrestling Contest. Hunter Hearst Helmsley faces Duke "The Dumpster" Droese and more.

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  13. Raw Season 4 Episode 9 - March 4, 1996
    6.2/10(41 votes)

    S4:E9

    Shawn Michaels takes on the 1-2-3 Kid. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper welcomes Goldust to be his guest on a new edition of Piper's Pit. Plus, Justin Hawk Bradshaw in action. The WWE Universe continues to await the return of the Ultimate Warrior, and Hunter Hearst Helmsley battles WWE Champion Bret Hart in the main event.

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  14. Raw Season 4 Episode 10 - March 11, 1996
    6.2/10(43 votes)

    S4:E10

    The WWE Universe gets a special look at the training of both Shawn Michaels and WWE Champion Bret Hart as they prepare for their Iron Man Match at WrestleMania. Plus, the Ultimate Warrior's WrestleMania opponent is announced, the Ringmaster reinvents himself, and Goldust's mind games with "Rowdy" Roddy Piper go too far. All this and much more.

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  15. Raw Season 4 Episode 18 - May 6, 1996
    6.2/10(42 votes)

    S4:E18

    After scandalous allegations were made against WWE Champion Shawn Michaels, another woman comes forward to further discredit the integrity of The Heartbreak Kid. Goldust learns the stipulation for his match against the Undertaker. Plus, the 1-2-3 Kid battles "Wildman" Marc Mero, the British Bulldog takes on Fatu, and much more.

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  16. Raw Season 4 Episode 20 - May 20, 1996
    6.2/10(41 votes)

    S4:E20

    WWE Champion Shawn Michaels ignores the bark of the British Bulldog and welcomes his bite as he provides color commentary for the Bulldog's match against Jake "The Snake" Roberts. As The Undertaker delivers a message to Goldust before their upcoming Casket Match, Mankind takes it upon himself to seal the Deadman's fate. All that and more.

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  17. Raw Season 4 Episode 26 - July 1, 1996
    6.2/10(42 votes)

    S4:E26

    Goldust shows Marc Mero just how wild he can be when they meet in the main event. WWE Champion Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with his former tag team partner Marty Jannetty. After having his personal challenges mocked by Jerry "The King" Lawler, Jake "The Snake" Roberts gets some punishment from Mankind. Plus, "Stone" Cold Steve Austin and more.

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  18. Raw Season 4 Episode 3 - January 15, 1996
    6.1/10(44 votes)

    S4:E3

    Dr. Isaac Yankem battles The Undertaker. Anticipation builds for Shawn Michaels' return. Razor Ramon's rivalry with Goldust escalates. Plus, The Ringmaster takes on Matt Hardy, The Smoking Gunns in action, and the WWE Universe gets another look inside Billionaire Ted's Wrasslin' War Room. All this and more.

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  19. Raw Season 4 Episode 15 - April 15, 1996
    6.1/10(43 votes)

    S4:E15

    Bret Hart reflects on his controversial defeat at WrestleMania. Now that Vader's path of destruction has claimed Yokozuna, Jim Cornette's most devastating client sets his sights on a real bad guy. Plus, Goldust defends the Intercontinental Championship against Savio Vega, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin battles Bart Gunn, and much more.

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  20. Raw Season 4 Episode 25 - June 24, 1996
    6.1/10(54 votes)

    S4:E25

    Newly-crowned King of the Ring "Stone Cold" Steve Austin faces The Undertaker. Savio Vega teams up with Aldo Montoya & the Brooklyn Brawler to take on three of Jim Cornette's finest. Plus, Ahmed Johnson battles Hunter Hearst Helmsley, Brian Pillman continues to cause controversy, and much more.

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  21. Raw Season 4 Episode 30 - July 29, 1996
    6.1/10(44 votes)

    S4:E30

    Undertaker battles "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. While Vader looks for another victory on his road to SummerSlam, Jim Cornette calls out Jose Lothario for a face-to-face confrontation. After attacking Ahmed Johnson, Faarooq Asad is given a Sunny introduction to WWE. Plus, Sycho Sid in action, the British Bulldog takes on Henry Godwinn, and more.

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  22. Raw Season 4 Episode 33 - August 19, 1996
    6.1/10(40 votes)

    S4:E33

    WWE Champion Shawn Michaels battles Yokozuna. Paul Bearer explains why he turned on the Undertaker to side with the deranged Mankind. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin competes against Goldust, Sycho Sid, and Savio Vega for a chance at the WWE Championship. Plus, an Intercontinental Championship tournament kicks off, Mark Henry makes an enemy, and more.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Raw Season 4 Episode 40 - October 14, 1996
    6.1/10(45 votes)

    S4:E40

    Stone Cold Steve Austin and WWE Champion Shawn Michaels face off in the main event. The Undertaker and Mankind deliver their last remarks.

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  24. Raw Season 4 Episode 41 - October 21, 1996
    6.1/10(46 votes)

    S4:E41

    Bret Hart returns and makes some stunning proclamations about his WWE future. While Mr. Perfect is scheduled to take on Hunter Hearst Helmsley in the main event, a plot is revealed that could bring championship gold to the Connecticut Blue Blood. Plus, The Smoking Gunns take on The Godwinns, Sycho Sid in singles action, and more.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. Raw Season 4 Episode 49 - December 16, 1996
    6.1/10(40 votes)

    S4:E49

    A frustrated Bret Hart lashes out on his rivals and adopts a new attitude with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin becoming the object of his wrath. Sibling rivalry goes too far when Bart and Billy Gunn face off against each other in the main event. Plus, Shawn Michaels, WWE Champion Sycho Sid, and many more.

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Season 4 Ratings Summary

"April 1, 1996" is the best rated episode of "Raw" season 4. It scored 6.7/10 based on 54 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/1/1996. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "December 9, 1996".