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The Best Episodes of Raw Season 5

Every episode of Raw Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Raw Season 5!

The Best Episodes of Raw Season 5

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  1. 8.2/10(48 votes)

    #1 - RAW is WAR 224

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    S5:E36

    Commissioner Slaughter learns an injured Rattlesnake's strike is the most vicious when he suspends "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. The Undertaker warns Shawn Michaels their rivalry will not rest in peace. Plus, WWE Champion Bret Hart takes on Vader in a No Disqualification Match and a Tournament for the vacant Intercontinental Championship kicks off.

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  2. 7.7/10(38 votes)

    #2 - RAW is WAR 238

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    S5:E50

    "Stone Cold" Steve Austin shows The Rock what the Intercontinental Championship means to him. When DX takes on the Legion of Doom in the main event, the New Age Outlaws decide to pay special tribute to one of the greatest tag teams in WWE history. Plus, Taka Michinoku takes on Jerry "The King" Lawler, Mark Henry makes his Raw debut, and much more.

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  3. 7.6/10(52 votes)

    #3 - RAW 198 - ECW Invasion

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    S5:E8

    Back where it all began in New York City's famed Manhattan Center, Monday Night Raw gets hardcore as ECW invades WWE. In response to Jerry "The King" Lawler's challenge, Paul E. Dangerously and several ECW Superstars including Taz, and Tommy Dreamer compete inside a WWE ring. Plus, The Undertaker battles Faarooq, Ken Shamrock appears, and more.

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  4. 7.6/10(45 votes)

    #4 - RAW 199

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    S5:E9

    The British Bulldog faces his tag team partner Owen Hart in the final round of the tournament to crown the first ever European Champion. Bret Hart takes on Hunter Hearst Helmsley. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin shares his thoughts on his "I Quit" match against the "Hit Man" at WrestleMania 13. Sycho Sid defends the WWE Championship against Mankind.

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  5. 7.5/10(38 votes)

    #5 - RAW is WAR 222

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    S5:E32

    Shawn Michaels promises to reveal his special insurance policy when he returns to action against Mankind. Vince McMahon interviews Dude Love. The Nation of Domination welcomes its newest member. Tensions boil between Bret Hart, and The Patriot. The Legion of Doom takes on Henry and Phinneas Godwinn in a Country Whipping Match and more.

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  6. 7.5/10(41 votes)

    #6 - RAW is WAR 236

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    S5:E48

    Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart takes on Triple H. While the New Age Outlaws begin their reign as Tag Team Champions, the Legion of Doom goes on a hunt for vengeance. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin gets the best seat in the house when The Rock faces Vader. Plus, Ken Shamrock sends WWE Champion Shawn Michaels a message, Goldust and Luna appear, and more.

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  8. 7.4/10(42 votes)

    #7 - RAW is WAR 223

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    S5:E33

    One of the most infamous factions in WWE history is formed as Shawn Michaels teams with Hunter Hearst Helmsley against The Undertaker & Mankind. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin gives an update on his condition and in-ring future. Plus, Rocky Maivia shares some insight into his recent business decision, Rick Rude explains his presence in WWE, and more.

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  9. 7.4/10(39 votes)

    #8 - RAW is WAR 226

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    S5:E38

    From Madison Square Garden, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin ignites the most storied rivalry in WWE history with a single Stunner. The Intercontinental Championship Tournament continues when Ahmed Johnson takes on Rocky Maivia. Tensions continue to build between The Undertaker and Shawn Michaels and much more.

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  10. 7.4/10(44 votes)

    #9 - RAW is WAR 237

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    S5:E49

    "Stone Cold" Steve Austin reveals his championship aspirations. With most of their enemies gone from WWE, Degeneration-X turn their attention to the sole survivor of The Hart Foundation, Owen Hart. Plus, Sable proves what she is willing to bare for husband, Kane's trail of carnage continues, and more.

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  11. 7.3/10(38 votes)

    #10 - RAW is WAR 206

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    S5:E16

    "Stone Cold" Steve Austin battles Bret Hart in a Street Fight, but The Hart Foundation has a surprise for the Rattlesnake. The Undertaker faces Hunter Hearst Helmsley in the main event. Plus, Ahmed Johnson battles The Sultan, Ken Shamrock makes an unusual challenge, and more.

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  12. 7.3/10(42 votes)

    #11 - RAW is WAR 211

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    S5:E21

    After weeks of threats, Paul Bearer looks to bring The Undertaker to his knees when he prepares to reveal a secret from the Deadman's past. Despite their recent issues, Shawn Michaels & "Stone Cold" Steve Austin must find a way to coexist as they challenge Owen Hart & the British Bulldog for the Tag Team Championship. All this and more.

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  13. 7.3/10(35 votes)

    #12 - RAW is WAR 218

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    S5:E28

    The Hart Foundation's Owen Hart & British Bulldog challenge "Stone Cold" Steve Austin for the Tag Team Championship in the main event. After weeks of absence, Shawn Michaels returns to share his thoughts on Bret Hart's special SummerSlam stipulation. Plus, Ken Shamrock, Taka Michinoku, and many more in action.

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  14. 7.2/10(36 votes)

    #13 - RAW is WAR 235

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    S5:E47

    After DX's reenactment of Survivor Series comes up short, WWE Champion Shawn Michaels makes a special offer to Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart. The New Age Outlaws challenge the Legion of Doom for the Tag Team Championship. Plus, Kane continues to wreak havoc in WWE, Goldust reveals his new love interest, and more.

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  15. 7.1/10(44 votes)

    #14 - RAW is WAR 201

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    S5:E11

    Bret Hart competes in a steel cage match with Sycho Sid for the WWE Championship. Plus, Hunter Hearst Helmsley battles Flash Funk, Vader takes on the British Bulldog, and Shawn Michaels returns with his smile. All this and more.

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  16. 7.1/10(36 votes)

    #15 - RAW is WAR 210

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    S5:E20

    Hart Foundation members Owen Hart & the British Bulldog offer "Stone Cold" Steve Austin & Shawn Michaels a chance at the Tag Team Championship next week. WWE Champion The Undertaker warns Paul Bearer that some secrets must stay buried. Plus, Bret Hart makes a shocking announcement, Jim Ross conducts a special interview with Mankind, and much more.

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  17. 7.1/10(33 votes)

    #16 - RAW is WAR 213

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    S5:E23

    After being crowned the 1997 King of the Ring, Hunter Hearst Helmsley looks to begin his ascension to the top of WWE. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's faces The Hart Foundation's Brian Pillman. Faarooq promises to reform his Nation of Domination. Plus, ECW returns to confront Jerry "The King" Lawler and Rob Van Dam, Goldust in action, and more.

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  18. 7.1/10(33 votes)

    #17 - RAW is WAR 219

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    S5:E29

    In The Hart Foundation's homeland of Canada, the Canadian heroes face The Undertaker, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, and Dude Love in a Flag Match. Tensions between Shawn Michaels makes a controversial announcement regarding his role in the WWE Championship Match at SummerSlam. Plus, Ken Shamrock takes on Vader, Faarooq battles Goldust, and much more.

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  19. 7.1/10(35 votes)

    #18 - RAW is WAR 225

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    S5:E37

    WWE Champion Bret Hart and European Champion the British Bulldog challenge The Headbangers for the Tag Team Championship. Jerry Lawler receives some stunning news when he conducts a special in-ring interview with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Plus, the Intercontinental Championship Tournament continues, Dude Love faces Brian Pillman, and more.

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  20. 7.0/10(40 votes)

    #19 - RAW is WAR 203

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    S5:E13

    As Bret Hart faces Rocky Maivia for the Intercontinental Championship in the main event, the rest of the Hart Family joins the foundation of his crusade against the United States. Paul Bearer pleads for forgiveness from The Undertaker. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin returns to Monday Night Raw with some unfinished business. All this and more action.

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  21. 7.0/10(32 votes)

    #20 - RAW is WAR 215

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    S5:E25

    The Undertaker's temper gets the better of him when Paul Bearer forces the Deadman to team with Vader against two members of the Nation of Domination. Mankind dedicates his match against the British Bulldog to "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Plus, Owen Hart defends his Intercontinental Championship against Hunter Hearst Helmsley and Goldust and more.

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  22. 7.0/10(32 votes)

    #21 - RAW is WAR 216

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    S5:E26

    Paul Bearer reveals a dark secret about the Unertaker's childhood. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin battles The Hart Foundation's Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart. The war between the Nation of Domination and the Disciples of Apocalypse escalates when Savio Vega returns with some friends of his own. Plus, Mankind faces Brian Pillman, Ken Shamrock, and more.

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  23. 7.0/10(32 votes)

    #22 - Raw (Friday Night's Main Event)

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    S5:E35

    The Patriot takes on Owen Hart. Dude Love wrestles the British Bulldog. Hunter Hearst Helmsley clashes with The Undertaker.

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  24. 7.0/10(37 votes)

    #23 - RAW is WAR 227

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    S5:E39

    Shawn Michaels and his pals disrupt order in WWE, but Commissioner Slaughter gets the last laugh as he forces Hunter Hearst Helmsley to battle the Undertaker. As Mr. McMahon considers disciplining "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, the Rattlesnake offers the owner of WWE a choice. Plus, Vader, The Headbangers, and many more in action.

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  25. 7.0/10(36 votes)

    #24 - RAW is WAR 232

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    S5:E44

    Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with Ken Shamrock in the main event. Ahmed Johnson finds himself in the middle of Kane's path of destruction when he looks for payback on "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Plus, Goldust ends his relationship with Marlena, Vader battles the British Bulldog in a Dog Collar Match, and much more.

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  26. 6.9/10(41 votes)

    #25 - RAW 194

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    S5:E3

    Following his highly controversial loss in the Royal Rumble match, a frustrated Bret Hart lashes out and bids farewell to WWE. However, President Gorilla Monsoon looks to lure the "Hit Man" back with a chance to become the No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship. Plus, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin takes on The Undertaker in the main event and more.

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"RAW is WAR 224" is the best rated episode of "Raw" season 5. It scored 8.2/10 based on 48 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 9/8/1997. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "RAW is WAR 238".