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The Worst Episodes of WWE SmackDown

Every episode of WWE SmackDown ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of WWE SmackDown!

The Worst Episodes of WWE SmackDown

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    #1 - SmackDown 71

    S2:E51

    Mr. McMahon gets into the Christmas spirit by shaking things up. The Chairman orders "Stone Cold" Steve Austin to referee William Regal's European Championship defense against Hardcore Holly. The Undertaker & The Rock defend their newly won Tag Team Championship against Edge & Christian. Plus, Right to Censor, The Dudley Boyz, and many more.

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    #2 - SmackDown 72

    S2:E52

    Things get messy for Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley when she makes a series of unexpected matches. Chris Jericho battles both Edge & Christian in a Handicap Match. The Rock & The Undertaker find themselves outnumbered in the main event. Plus, Kurt Angle defends his WWE Championship against Bubba Ray Dudley and much more.

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    #3 - SmackDown 175

    S4:E51

    Brock Lesnar looks to take what's owed to him by challenging Kurt Angle for his newly-won WWE Championship. However, the Olympic Gold Medalist has other plans as he announces a shocking business decision. Plus, John Cena faces off with Chuck Palumbo, Eddie Guerrero faces Billy Kidman, and more.

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    #4 - SmackDown 176

    S4:E52

    After suffering an injury thanks to a vicious attack at the hands of Brock Lesnar, WWE Champion Kurt Angle is introduced to a team to represent him while he is out-of-action. With Angle unable to defend his title against Big Show, Stephanie McMahon makes Show to earn his spot as the No. 1 Contender in the main event and much more.

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    #5 - SmackDown 227

    S5:E51

    General Manager Paul Heyman gives Hardcore Holly the chance to challenge Brock Lesnar for the WWE Championship if he can first defeat A-Train & Matt Morgan. Plus, a Fatal 4-Way match for the WWE Tag Team Championship, Orlando Jordan battles United States Champion Big Show, and more.

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    #6 - SmackDown 279

    S6:E51

    After successfully retaining the WWE Championship at Armageddon, John "Bradshaw" Layfield's victory celebration is cut short when Kurt Angle challenges JBL for the gold. When the winner of the Tough Enough competition is finally announced, the lucky individual receives a royal welcome to SmackDown. All this and much more.

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    #7 - SmackDown 281

    S6:E53

    The fate of John "Bradshaw" Layfield's reign as WWE Champion is left up to chance. Heidenreich receives an eerie glimpse into the other side when The Undertaker offers him a choice. John Cena shows what kind of champion he is after Rene Dupree challenges him for the United States Championship. All this and more.

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    #8 - December 20, 2024

    S26:E51

    Naomi teams with Bianca Belair to defend the WWE Women's Tag Team Title. Johnny Gargano squares off against mentor-turned-rival Alex Shelley.

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    #9 - December 27, 2024

    S26:E52

    SmackDown's best athletes look to end the year with a bang as Tampa, Fla. hosts the final episode of 2024.

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    #10 - September 19, 2025

    S27:E38

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    4.4/10(36 votes)

    #11 - SmackDown 60

    S2:E40

    In retribution for striking him on Raw, Commissioner Mick Foley has "Stone Cold" Steve Austin suspended from WWE until he can discover the identity of the person who put him out of action for nearly a year. Kane challenges The Rock for his WWE Championship in the main event. Plus, Kurt Angle teams with Edge & Christian to battle Too Cool & Rikishi.

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  13. Background image for June 8, 2012 (Columbia, SC)
    4.9/10(21 votes)

    #12 - June 8, 2012 (Columbia, SC)

    S14:E23

    Tonight's episode of SmackDown is being broadcast from the Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC. The scheduled matches for tonight's card are: Singles Match - Alberto Del Rio vs. The Great Khali Singles Match - Brodus Clay vs. Derrick Bateman Singles Match - Drew McIntyre vs. Sin Cara Two On One Handicap Match - Kevin Mahoney & Tony Andriotis vs. Ryback Non Title Match - Christian vs. Dolph Ziggler Singles Match - Antonio Cesaro vs. Jimmy Uso Non Title Match - Kane vs. Sheamus

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    5.0/10(1 votes)

    #13 - December 29, 2006

    S8:E52

    As 2006 comes to a close, Michael Cole and John "Bradshaw" Layfield take the WWE Universe on a journey through time for a look at highlights of all the best matches and most unforgettable moments from the past 12 months on SmackDown.

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    5.0/10(35 votes)

    #14 - July 10, 2020

    S22:E28

    The New Day vs. Nakamura & Cesaro; plus, WWE women's stars sing in the Smackdown Karaoke ShowDown.

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    5.0/10(1 votes)

    #15 - December 18, 2020

    S22:E51

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    5.0/10(1 votes)

    #16 - December 31, 2021

    S23:E53

    SmackDown #1167 Michael Cole, Pat McAfee and Becky Lynch count down WWE's top 10 greatest matches and moments from 2021.

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    5.0/10(1 votes)

    #17 - December 29, 2023

    S25:E52

    Relive some of the best SmackDown moments from 2023.

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    5.1/10(31 votes)

    #18 - June 11, 2019 (Sacramento, CA)

    S21:E24

    With Big E finally being cleared for in-ring competition, The New Day brought their best to the trio of Dolph Ziggler, Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn in the SmackDown LIVE main event. Elsewhere, Shane McMahon attempted to make an example out of The Miz as his Super ShowDown victory tour continued.

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    5.4/10(19 votes)

    #19 - SmackDown 246

    S6:E18

    Despite his in-ring career being threatened by injury, SmackDown General Manager Kurt Angle returns to chastise those he blames for his recent sufferings. After coming to Rob Van Dam's aid during an attack by Paul Heyman's agents of extreme, WWE Champion Eddie Guerrero finds himself facing Bubba Ray Dudley in the main event. All this and more.

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    5.4/10(34 votes)

    #20 - July 11, 2017

    S19:E28

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    5.4/10(35 votes)

    #21 - March 20, 2020

    S22:E12

    Universal Champion Goldberg and Roman Reigns insulted each other during an unbelievably tense WrestleMania contract signing. Elsewhere, Rob Gronkowski appeared on SmackDown, and the WrestleMania 36 host immediately put his fingerprints on The Show of Shows.

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    5.4/10(36 votes)

    #22 - March 27, 2020

    S22:E13

    The Miz & John Morrison briefly thought they had taken out both sets of their potential WrestleMania challengers, but they were in for a rude awakening when WWE officials revealed that they will now defend their SmackDown Tag Team Titles in a Ladder Match against both The New Day and The Usos at The Show of Shows.

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    5.4/10(35 votes)

    #23 - January 14, 2022

    S24:E2

    On a highly-explosive SmackDown, Universal Champion Roman Reigns came face-to-face with his former brother-in-arms turned Royal Rumble challenger Seth Rollins, Aliyah broke a WWE record against Natalya, new challengers to the SmackDown Tag Team Title emerged and Lita delivered a Twist of Fate to SmackDown Women’s Champion Charlotte Flair.

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    5.4/10(33 votes)

    #24 - January 21, 2022

    S24:E3

    Seth "Freakin" Rollins & Kevin Owens battle The Usos in a match with Royal Rumble implications. The New Day reunite to confront Happy Corbin & Madcap Moss. SmackDown Women's Champion Charlotte Flair faces Naomi.

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    5.5/10(33 votes)

    #25 - February 4, 2022

    S24:E5

    Royal Rumble Match winner Ronda Rousey makes her WrestleMania choice. Goldberg returns with a challenge for Universal Champion Roman Reigns. Intercontinental Champion Shinsuke Nakamura faces Jinder Mahal in a Championship Contender's Match. New Day battle Los Lotharios.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"SmackDown 71" is the worst rated episode of "WWE SmackDown". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/21/2000. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "SmackDown 72".