The Best Episodes of WWE Friday Night SmackDown

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#1 - December 25, 2018 (Fresno, CA)
S20:E5212/25/2018
What was a festive Christmas night edition of SmackDown LIVE took a shocking turn when AJ Styles met with WWE Chairman Mr. McMahon, who said he wanted to see the “animal” inside The Phenomenal One. A slap from The Chairman to Styles’ face did the trick, as the former WWE Champion struck Mr. McMahon with a thunderous right hand. Also, a new United States Champion was crowned and “The New” Daniel Bryan continued to run roughshod over anyone in his path.
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9.0/10(1 votes)
#2 - December 25, 2020
S22:E5212/25/2020
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9.0/10(1 votes)
#3 - December 26, 2025
S27:E5212/26/2025
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8.6/10(29 votes)
#4 - SmackDown - Dec. 13, 2001
S3:E5012/13/2001
The Rock joins forces with Rob Van Dam to take on The Undertaker & Chris Jericho. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin is on the hunt for Booker T. Tajiri defends the Cruiserweight Championship against Crash Holly. Plus, Test faces Jeff Hardy, The Dudley Boyz & Christian battle Albert, Scotty 2 Hotty & Tazz in six-man action, and much more.
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8.6/10(43 votes)
#5 - SmackDown - Sep 18, 2003
S5:E389/18/2003
Two amateur wrestling greats face off in a 60 Minute Iron Man Match when Kurt Angle takes on Brock Lesnar! The Undertaker has a special message for Vince McMahon. Tajiri and Rhyno compete in tag team action. Los Guerreros challenge Charlie Haas and Shelton Benjamin for the WWE Tag Team Championship.
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8.5/10(36 votes)
#6 - SmackDown - Sep. 26, 2002
S4:E399/26/2002
The rivalry between The Undertaker and WWE Champion Brock Lesnar is far from over as the Next Big Thing proves that actions speak louder than words. When Billy and Chuck find themselves in a tag team match against Tajiri and Cruiserweight Champion Jaime Noble. Plus, Kurt Angle, The Undertaker, and more in action.
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8.5/10(21 votes)
#7 - January 15, 2015 (Baton Rouge, LA)
S17:E31/15/2015
Tonight's episode of SmackDown is being broadcast from the Baton Rouge River Center in Baton Rouge, LA. The scheduled matches for tonight’s card are: Singles Match - Daniel Bryan vs. Kane (w/Jamie Noble, Joey Mercury, Seth Rollins & The Big Show) Mixed Six Man Tag Team Match - Alicia Fox, Damien Mizdow & The Miz vs. The Usos (Jey Uso & Jimmy Uso) & Naomi Non Title Match - Natalya (w/Paige) vs. Nikki Bella (w/Brie Bella) Intercontinental Title Match - Bad News Barrett (c) vs. Sin Cara Six Man Tag Team Match - Daniel Bryan, Dean Ambrose & Roman Reigns vs. The Authority (Kane, Seth Rollins & The Big Show) (w/Jamie Noble & Joey Mercury)
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8.5/10(64 votes)
#8 - September 10, 2021
S23:E379/10/2021
SmackDown #1151 WWE returns home to Madison Square Garden, where Brock Lesnar and "The Demon" Finn Bálor confront Universal Champion Roman Reigns. Edge battles Seth Rollins in a SummerSlam rematch. SmackDown Women's Champion Becky Lynch and Bianca Belair sign their contract for WWE Extreme Rules. Sami Zayn brings a special guest to The Garden.
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8.5/10(2 votes)
#9 - December 22, 2023
S25:E5112/22/2023
With Randy Orton, LA Knight and AJ Styles set to battle in a Triple Threat Match to determine who will challenge Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns at Royal Rumble, a brawl with The Bloodline ended with them attacking each other.
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8.4/10(45 votes)
#10 - SmackDown - Apr. 27, 2000
S2:E174/27/2000
The Rock recruits 'Stone Cold' Steve Austin to play mind games with the McMahon-Helmsley Regime before challenging Triple H for the WWE Championship at Backlash. What surprises does the 'Texas Rattlesnake' have in store for DX? The Hardy Boyz compete against each other for the Hardcore Championship and much more.
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8.4/10(25 votes)
#11 - SmackDown - May. 31, 2001
S3:E225/31/2001
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin defends his WWE Championship in the main event. Edge challenges Kane for his Intercontinental Championship. More personal footage of The Undertaker and his wife is revealed to the WWE Universe with a disturbing message. Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley gives an update on Triple H's recovery. Chris Jericho takes on Kurt Angle.
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8.4/10(23 votes)
#12 - SmackDown - Sep 04, 2001
S3:E369/4/2001
After being humiliated by Kurt Angle on Raw, WWE Champion Stone Cold Steve Austin looks to take out his frustrations on Alliance member and Hardcore Champion Rob Van Dam. Christian explains why he attacked Edge. Plus, The Hardy Boyz take on Raven & Justin Credible. Plus, The Rock in action and more.
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8.4/10(38 votes)
#13 - SmackDown - Jul. 25, 2002
S4:E307/25/2002
While SmackDown General Manager Stephanie McMahon tries to prevent her superstars from defecting to Raw, the rivalry between Edge and Chris Jericho leads to a Steel Cage Match main event. After sending a message to the SmackDown locker room by attacking Mark Henry, Brock Lesnar sends a message to WWE Undisputed Champion The Rock.
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8.4/10(24 votes)
#14 - SmackDown - Feb. 02, 2007
S9:E52/2/2007
Following The Undertaker's victory in the 2007 Royal Rumble Match, World Heavyweight Champion Batista and WWE Champion John Cena take to the ring to find out who The Deadman will challenge at WrestleMania 23. King Booker is presented with a special gift. Plus, Matt Hardy goes one-on-one with The Miz in the main event and much more.
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8.4/10(75 votes)
#15 - August 25, 2023
S25:E348/25/2023
WWE honored both Bray Wyatt and WWE Hall of Famer Terry Funk on an extremely emotional SmackDown. Plus, LA Knight overcame Finn Bálor, IYO SKY successfully defended her WWE Women’s Title against The LWO’s Zelina Vega, Bobby Lashley helped The Street Profits steal a win from The Brawling Brutes in a Terry Funk Hardcore Tag Team Match, Rey Mysterio defeated Grayson Waller and more.
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8.3/10(30 votes)
#16 - SmackDown - May. 24, 2001
S3:E215/24/2001
With Triple H suffering a career-threatening injury on Raw, WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin blames The Game for The Two-Man Power Trip losing the Tag Team Championship while three teams prepare to compete for the gold in a Tables, Ladders & Chairs Match in the main event. Plus, Eddie Guerrero goes one-on-one with X-Pac and much more action.
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8.3/10(18 votes)
#17 - SmackDown - May. 11, 2007
S9:E195/11/2007
The Undertaker puts his World Heavyweight Championship on the line against Batista in a Steel Cage Match. Money in the Bank Winner Edge has his eyes on the prize. Will he cash in his Money in the Bank briefcase for a chance at the title? MVP & Finlay compete in tag team action. Domino faces Paul London. Plus, Kane, The Boogeyman and much more.
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8.3/10(26 votes)
#18 - SmackDown - Jan. 07, 2011
S13:E11/7/2011
Edge defends the World Heavyweight Championship against Kane in a Last Man Standing Match. Rey Mysterio and Alberto Del Rio battle in a 2-Out-of-3 Falls Match. Dolph Ziggler defends the Intercontinental Championship against Kofi Kingston. Plus, a Triple Threat Match to determine the No. 1 Contender for the World Heavyweight Championship.
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8.3/10(72 votes)
#19 - June 21, 2024
S26:E256/21/2024
Jacob Fatu emerges to brutalize Cody Rhodes.
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8.2/10(52 votes)
#20 - SmackDown - Aug. 10, 2000
S2:E328/10/2000
After giving both Kurt Angle and Triple H a chance at The Rock's WWE Championship at SummerSlam, Commissioner Foley orders both men to team up against The Undertaker and The Great One in the main event. The rivalry between Jerry Lawler and Tazz reaches its breaking point in a face-to-face confrontation. Plus, Steve Blackman and more.
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8.2/10(22 votes)
#21 - SmackDown - Sep. 11, 2003
S5:E379/11/2003
Mr. McMahon puts SmackDown GM Stephanie McMahon between a Brock and a hard place. John Cena and Eddie Guerrero take their rivalry to the street in a Latino Heat Parking Lot Brawl. Plus, several of SmackDown's top Superstars are in action including the APA, Matt Hardy, Rey Mysterio, and many more.
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8.2/10(35 votes)
#22 - SmackDown - Nov. 18, 2005
S7:E4611/18/2005
In the wake of the sudden and tragic passing of Eddie Guerrero, Superstars from both Raw and SmackDown come together to mourn the loss of Latino Heat and pay tribute to his legacy. Featuring Chavo Guerrero, Triple H, The Mexicools, John "Bradshaw" Layfield, and many more on this emotional edition of SmackDown.
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8.2/10(21 votes)
#23 - SmackDown - Aug. 18, 2006
S8:E338/18/2006
After taking to the ring to battle Sylvan in singles action, Batista is called out by World Heavyweight Champion King Booker. The Great Khali and The Undertaker meet in a Last Man Standing Match. Bobby Lashley challenges Finlay for the United States Championship. Plus, Mr. Kennedy and Tatanka go head-to-head and much more!
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8.2/10(57 votes)
#24 - November 22, 2024
S26:E4711/22/2024
The stage is set for WarGames. Cody Rhodes issues a challenge to Kevin Owens.
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8.2/10(80 votes)
#25 - January 9, 2026
S28:E21/9/2026
Dark Match Ilja Dragunov vs. Kit Wilson Singles Match Rey Fenix vs. Trick Williams WWE Women's United States Title Match Giulia (w/Kiana James) (c) vs. Alexa Bliss Eight Man Tag Team Match The Wyatt Sicks (Dexter Lumis, Erick Rowan, Joe Gacy & Uncle Howdy) (w/Nikki Cross) vs. MFT (Solo Sikoa, Talla Tonga, Tama Tonga & Tonga Loa) (w/JC Mateo) Singles Match Alba Fyre (w/Chelsea Green) vs. Jordynne Grace WWE United States Title Match Carmelo Hayes (c) vs. Shinsuke Nakamura Undisputed WWE Title Three Stages Of Hell Match Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Drew McIntyre
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