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The Best Episodes of WWE SmackDown Season 5

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

The Best Episodes of WWE SmackDown Season 5

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  1. 8.6/10(34 votes)

    #1 - SmackDown 214

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    S5:E38

    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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  2. 8.2/10(18 votes)

    #2 - SmackDown 213

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    S5:E37

    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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  3. 7.6/10(15 votes)

    #3 - SmackDown 211

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    S5:E35

    Brock Lesnar demands a rematch against WWE Champion Kurt Angle. However, SmackDown General Manager Stephanie McMahon has other plans that sees the Beast battle The Undertaker and Big Show in a Triple Threat main event to determine a new No. 1 Contender. Plus, Rey Mysterio defends his Cruiserweight Championship and much more.

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  4. 7.6/10(15 votes)

    #4 - SmackDown 225

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    S5:E49

    The two winners of last week's Battle Royal face off in a No. 1 Contender's Match for a chance to challenge Brock Lesnar for his WWE Championship. Problems within the Guerrero family continue to escalate when Chavo goes one-on-one with Shelton Benjamin. Plus, Paul Heyman gives Shannon Moore a big opportunity to prove himself and much more.

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  5. 7.5/10(14 votes)

    #5 - SmackDown 212

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    S5:E36

    When The Undertaker challenges Kurt Angle for his WWE Championship, Brock Lesnar decides make his presence felt by taking a ringside seat for the match. United States Champion Eddie Guerrero demands to take his rivalry with John Cena to the streets after Cena decides to go for a little ride. Plus, The World's Greatest Tag Team, Tajiri, and more.

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  6. 7.4/10(20 votes)

    #6 - SmackDown 200

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    S5:E24

    This episode of SmackDown features an arm-wrestling contest between Mr. America and Mr. McMahon. Brock Lesnar defends the WWE Championship against The Big Show. Matt Hardy battles Rey Mysterio. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper hosts Piper's Pit with special guests Eddie Guerrero and Tajiri. Billy Gunn faces A-Train. The Undertaker, John Cena, and much more.

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  8. 7.4/10(16 votes)

    #7 - SmackDown 208

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    S5:E32

    As Brock Lesnar faces Mr. McMahon inside a steel cage with WWE Champion Kurt Angle serving as the special guest referee, a plan unfolds to ensure that the Beast doesn't get his hands on the Chairman of WWE. The Undertaker goes one-on-one with John Cena. Plus, Cruiserweight Champion Rey Mysterio takes on WWE Tag Team Champion Charlie Haas and more.

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  9. 7.4/10(15 votes)

    #8 - SmackDown 216

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    S5:E40

    Kurt Angle & The Undertaker take on John Cena & WWE Champion Brock Lesnar. When Big Show shows United States Champion Eddie Guerrero disrespect, Latino Heat decides to teach him a lesson. With their "I Quit" match at No Mercy coming up, Mr. McMahon makes a special stipulation for Stephanie. Plus, the Basham Brothers, Matt Hardy, and more in action.

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  10. 7.4/10(17 votes)

    #9 - SmackDown 224

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    S5:E48

    As the WWE Universe celebrates Thanksgiving, SmackDown General Manager Paul Heyman gives his locker room something to be thankful for by announcing a 20-Man Battle Royal to determine the No. 1 Contender for Brock Lesnar's WWE Championship. Plus, Eddie Guerrero takes on Charlie Haas, Hardcore Holly breaks his silence on his suspension, and more.

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  11. 7.3/10(18 votes)

    #10 - SmackDown 223

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    S5:E47

    Following their loss at Survivor Series, WWE Champion Brock Lesnar gives each of his teammates a chance to redeem themselves by having them compete in singles action against members of Team Angle. After helping Mr. McMahon lay The Undertaker to rest, Kane gives a special eulogy for his brother. Plus, John Cena, Los Guerreros, and many more.

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  12. 7.2/10(18 votes)

    #11 - SmackDown 182

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    S5:E6

    Hollywood Hulk Hogan addresses his upcoming match against The Rock, however, The Great One has some words of his own for the Hulkster. While Team Angle looks to capture the WWE Tag Team Championship from Los Guerreros, their leader and WWE Champion is faced with a challenge of his own in the main event. Plus, John Cena calls out Brock Lesnar.

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  13. 7.2/10(18 votes)

    #12 - SmackDown 186

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    S5:E10

    Brock Lesnar gets his hands on Paul Heyman in a Steel Cage Match. Mr. McMahon vows to put an end to Hulkamania when he challenges Hollywood Hulk Hogan to a match at WrestleMania. Rey Mysterio faces Tajiri and Jamie Noble in a Triple Threat match. Plus, Matt Hardy defends his Cruiserweight Championship, The Undertaker battles A-Train, and more.

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  14. 7.2/10(21 votes)

    #13 - SmackDown 191

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    S5:E15

    WWE Champion Brock Lesnar returns faces Cruiserweight Champion Matt Hardy. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper hosts a new edition of Piper's Pit with Mr. McMahon as his guest. Plus, the tournament to determine the No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship at Backlash reaches the semi-finals. All this and more.

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  15. 7.2/10(19 votes)

    #14 - SmackDown 199

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    S5:E23

    Kurt Angle makes his return to SmackDown. However, the Olympic Gold Medalist receives a cold welcome from a former ally. On an all new edition of Piper's Pit, Mr. McMahon challenges Zach Gowen to prove he is worthy of a WWE contract. Plus, Matt Hardy defends his Cruiserweight Championship against Rey Mysterio in the main event and more.

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  16. 7.2/10(18 votes)

    #15 - SmackDown 205

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    S5:E29

    Kurt Angle is forced to take on Big Show and The World's Greatest Tag Team in a 3-on-1 Falls Count Anywhere Match. But while Mr. McMahon readies for his upcoming confrontation with Zach Gowen, the Chairman receives a beastly challenge. Plus, Stephanie McMahon finally gets her hands on Sable, John Cena makes a grave mistake, and much more.

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  17. 7.2/10(15 votes)

    #16 - SmackDown 210

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    S5:E34

    WWE Champion Kurt Angle calls out Mr. McMahon and Brock Lesnar. However, the Chairman of WWE counters the Olympic Gold Medalist's challenge by having him compete in a Falls Count Anywhere Street Fight against Big Show. Plus, John Cena & A-Train battle The Undertaker & Orlando Jordan, Zach Gowen is put in a dangerous situation, and more.

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  18. 7.2/10(20 votes)

    #17 - SmackDown 220

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    S5:E44

    While SmackDown General Manager Paul Heyman introduces some powerful additions to WWE Champion Brock Lesnar's Survivor Series team, the Beast partners with United States Champion Big Show to take on the APA. Mr. McMahon, worried over his upcoming Buried Alive Match against The Undertaker, receives some words of inspiration from an unlikely source.

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  19. 7.1/10(18 votes)

    #18 - SmackDown 180

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    S5:E4

    With Brock Lesnar's victory in the Royal Rumble securing his spot in the main event at WrestleMania, WWE Champion Kurt Angle readies for a main event of his own as he goes one-on-one with Rey Mysterio. While Raw General Manager Eric Bischoff looks to sign a former adversary to his brand, Stephanie McMahon brings a legend to SmackDown.

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  20. 7.1/10(18 votes)

    #19 - SmackDown 184

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    Brock Lesnar battles each member of Team Angle in a Gauntlet Match. The Rock finally comes back to SmackDown for a confrontation with Hollywood Hulk Hogan. The Undertaker gets more than little choked up when Big Show offers him another present. Plus, Torrie Wilson looks to give Nidia some corporal punishment and more.

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  21. 7.1/10(22 votes)

    #20 - SmackDown 190

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    Stephanie McMahon initiates a tournament to determine the No. 1 Contender for the Brock Lesnar's newly-won WWE Championship. Despite losing to Hollywood Hulk Hogan in their Street Fight, Mr. McMahon reveals his measure as a man. Plus, a legendary diva congratulates Torrie Wilson on recent accomplishment, The Undertaker in action, and more.

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  22. 7.1/10(17 votes)

    #21 - SmackDown 206

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    S5:E30

    Kurt Angle, Zach Gowen & WWE Champion Brock Lesnar battle Big Show & the World's Greatest Tag Team. With CEO Linda McMahon recuperating from her injuries sustained during her recent Raw experience, Sable crosses the line with Stephanie McMahon. Plus, Eddie Guerrero goes one-on-one with Rhyno and much more.

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  23. 7.0/10(18 votes)

    #22 - SmackDown 195

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    S5:E19

    Despite the indefinite suspension of Hollywood Hulk Hogan from WWE, the hiring of the conspicuous Mr. America and his new lucrative contract has Mr. McMahon demanding answers. Plus, John Cena goes one-on-one with Rhyno, Sable issues a sultry challenge to Torrie Wilson, and much more.

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  24. 7.0/10(18 votes)

    #23 - SmackDown 197

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    S5:E21

    WWE Champion Brock Lesnar faces with Johnny "The Bull" Stamboli. With Mr. America defeating "Rowdy" Roddy Piper to keep his identity from being revealed, Mr. McMahon is out for vengeance as he reconsiders Zach Gowen's position in the WWE Universe. Plus, Rey Mysterio battles Crash and Shannon Moore in a Handicap match and more.

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  25. 7.0/10(15 votes)

    #24 - SmackDown 222

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    S5:E46

    After siding with Team Angle heading into Survivor Series, John Cena proves his ability to play well with others when he and a future teammate faceoff against WWE Champion Brock Lesnar and United States Champion Big Show in the main event. Plus, Sable turns to a spiritual answer to Mr. McMahon's nightmares, Kurt Angle faces Nathan Jones, and more.

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  26. 7.0/10(1 votes)

    #25 - SmackDown 228 - Tribute to the Troops

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    S5:E52

    The Superstars of SmackDown travel to Camp Victory for the very first edition of WWE Tribute to the Troops. In the main event, John Cena faces off against United States Champion Big Show in a Non-Title Match. Plus, The Acolytes take on The World's Greatest Tag Team of Charlie Haas & Shelton Benjamin, a Santa's Little Helper Contest, and more.

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"SmackDown 214" is the best rated episode of "WWE SmackDown" season 5. It scored 8.6/10 based on 34 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 9/18/2003. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "SmackDown 213".