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The Best Episodes of WWE SmackDown Season 12

Every episode of WWE SmackDown Season 12 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of WWE SmackDown Season 12!

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The superstars of World Wrestling Entertainment's "SmackDown" brand collide each and every Friday on WWE Friday Night SmackDown.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 1 - SmackDown - Jan. 01, 2010
    6.5/10(22 votes)

    #1 - SmackDown - Jan. 01, 2010

    S12:E1

    Several Superstars compete in a series of Beat the Clock Challenges to determine the new No. 1 Contender for the World Heavyweight Championship. Drew McIntyre puts the Intercontinental Championship on the line in memorable confrontation with John Morrison. Plus, Beth Phoenix, Matt Hardy, and many more in action.

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  2. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 2 - SmackDown - Jan. 08, 2010
    6.3/10(22 votes)

    #2 - SmackDown - Jan. 08, 2010

    S12:E2

    Rey Mysterio battles Batista in the main event to see who will face World Heavyweight Champion The Undertaker at the Royal Rumble. CM Punk's self-righteous crusade throughout WWE continues as he looks to add another lost soul to his Straight Edge Society. R-Truth partners with Cryme Tyme to take on The Hart Dynasty. All this and much more.

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  3. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 3 - SmackDown - Jan. 15, 2010
    6.8/10(22 votes)

    #3 - SmackDown - Jan. 15, 2010

    S12:E3

    After The Undertaker's interference cost both men a chance to become the new No. 1 Contender for the World Heavyweight Championship, Batista and Rey Mysterio meet in a Steel Cage Match main event to finally determine who will challenge The Deadman for his title at the Royal Rumble. Chris Jericho faces John Morrison and more.

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  4. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 4 - SmackDown - Jan. 22, 2010
    6.1/10(22 votes)

    #4 - SmackDown - Jan. 22, 2010

    S12:E4

    When Rey Mysterio calls out The Undertaker before they meet for the World Heavyweight Championship at the Royal Rumble, The Ultimate Underdog finds him face-to-face with a different kind of animal. CM Punk's Straight Edge Society continues to grow after a unknown woman pledges her allegiance to his teachings and much more.

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  5. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 5 - SmackDown - Jan. 29, 2010
    7.2/10(21 votes)

    #5 - SmackDown - Jan. 29, 2010

    S12:E5

    Triple H goes one-on-one with CM Punk as Shawn Michaels faces Rey Mysterio in the main event. In a No Disqualification Match, John Morrison once again challenges Drew McIntyre for the Intercontinental Championship. Plus, Chris Jericho collides with R-Truth, Women's Champion Michelle McCool continues to taunt Mikie James, and much more action.

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  6. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 6 - SmackDown - Feb. 05, 2010
    7.2/10(21 votes)

    #6 - SmackDown - Feb. 05, 2010

    S12:E6

    Edge addresses his opportunity at WrestleMania XXVI on The Cutting Edge. Rey Mysterio, John Morrison, Chris Jericho and many more Superstars compete in a series of matches in the hopes of qualifying for the Elimination Chamber. Just days after capturing the Women's Championship, Mickie James teams with Beth Phoenix to take on LayCool.

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  8. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 7 - SmackDown - Feb. 12, 2010
    7.1/10(19 votes)

    #7 - SmackDown - Feb. 12, 2010

    S12:E7

    Chris Jericho goes one-on-one with World Heavyweight Champion The Undertaker in a No Disqualification Match. With his Straight Edge Society in his corner, CM Punk takes to the ring to face off against Rey Mysterio. Plus, Women's Champion Mickie James meets both members of LayCool in a 2-on-1 Handicap Match and John Morrison takes on R-Truth.

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  9. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 8 - SmackDown - Feb. 19, 2010
    6.7/10(15 votes)

    #8 - SmackDown - Feb. 19, 2010

    S12:E8

    Edge tries to avoid the Undertaker's wrath during a main event match against Batista. CM Punk makes in intentions for Elimination Chamber known and joins with his Straight Edge Society disciple Luke Gallows to take on John Morrison & R- Truth. Matt Hardy & The Great Khali team with Maria Kanellis in a Mixed Tag Team Match against The Hart Dynasty.

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  10. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 9 - SmackDown - Feb. 26, 2010
    6.6/10(19 votes)

    #9 - SmackDown - Feb. 26, 2010

    S12:E9

    Edge and United States Champion The Miz tangle in the main event. Drew McIntyre, Dolph Ziggler, R-Truth, John Morrison, Kane, CM Punk, and Shelton Benjamin all compete in Money in the Bank Qualifying Matches. Women's Champion Mickie James defends her title against Michelle McCool with special guest referee Vickie Guerrero.

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  11. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 10 - SmackDown - Mar. 05, 2010
    6.4/10(15 votes)

    #10 - SmackDown - Mar. 05, 2010

    S12:E10

    John Morrison & R-Truth battle The Hart Dynasty and Cryme Tyme in a Triple Threat Tag Team Match for a chance at challenging ShoMiz for the Unified WWE Tag Team Titles at WrestleMania. Big Show goes one-on-one with Edge. Matt Hardy and Intercontinental Champion Drew McIntyre look to qualify for the Money in the Bank Ladder Match. All this and more.

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  12. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 11 - SmackDown - Mar. 12, 2010
    6.7/10(20 votes)

    #11 - SmackDown - Mar. 12, 2010

    S12:E11

    World Heavyweight Champion Chris Jericho invites Edge to The Highlight Reel. When Rey Mysterio looks to celebrate his daughter's birthday with the WWE Universe, CM Punk and his Straight Edge Society crash the festivities. John Morrison battles Big Show. Plus, Drew Mcintyre proves he is a fighting champion, Undertaker makes a statement, and more.

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  13. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 12 - SmackDown - Mar. 19, 2010
    6.5/10(21 votes)

    #12 - SmackDown - Mar. 19, 2010

    S12:E12

    Edge hosts The Cutting Edge, featuring World Heavyweight Champion Chris Jericho and his NXT pupil Wade Barrett. When an angry Rey Mysterio decides to accept CM Punk's recent challenge to face him on The Grandest Stage of Them All, the self-proclaimed Straight Edge Savior ups the ante. All this and much more!

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  14. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 13 - SmackDown - Mar. 26, 2010
    6.6/10(20 votes)

    #13 - SmackDown - Mar. 26, 2010

    S12:E13

    Just days before teaming with John Morrison to challenge ShoMiz for the Unified WWE Tag Team Titles, R-Truth takes to the ring to go one-on-one with Big Show in the main event. All the competitors in the Money in the Bank Ladder Match meet in a 10-Man Tag Team Match. Plus, preview the matches coming at WrestleMania. All this and much more.

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  15. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 14 - SmackDown - Apr. 02, 2010
    6.9/10(23 votes)

    #14 - SmackDown - Apr. 02, 2010

    S12:E14

    Despite successfully retaining the World Heavyweight Championship against Edge at WrestleMania XXVI, Chris Jericho finds the celebration cut short when Jack Swagger seizes an opportunity to turn his newly won Money in the Bank contract into gold. Plus, the NXT Rookies are given one hell of a challenge, Dolph Ziggler in action, and much more.

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  16. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 15 - SmackDown - Apr. 09, 2010
    7.2/10(19 votes)

    #15 - SmackDown - Apr. 09, 2010

    S12:E15

    With an opportunity to challenge Jack Swagger for the World Heavyweight Championship at Extreme Rules at stake, Chris Jericho and Edge clash. Jack Swagger goes one-on-one with John Morrison. Plus, Rey Mysterio accepts CM Punk's recent challenge, Shad Gaspard explains his motivations for turning on JTG, and much more.

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  17. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 16 - SmackDown - Apr. 16, 2010
    7.0/10(22 votes)

    #16 - SmackDown - Apr. 16, 2010

    S12:E16

    In response to Raw Superstar Randy Orton receiving an opportunity for the World Heavyweight Championship over a competitor from SmackDown, General Manager Theodore Long orders Jack Swagger to defend the title against Chris Jericho and Edge in a Triple Threat Match main event. Plus, Kane, Dolph Ziggler, and many more in action.

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  18. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 17 - SmackDown - Apr. 23, 2010
    6.9/10(19 votes)

    #17 - SmackDown - Apr. 23, 2010

    S12:E17

    Rey Mysterio & Kane take on The Straight Edge Society's CM Punk & Luke Gallows. World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger takes to the ring for a Non-Title Match against John Morrison. Chris Jericho vows to end Edge's career. Plus, JTG in action, LayCool faces the duo of Beth Phoenix & Mickie James, and much more.

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  19. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 18 - SmackDown - Apr. 30, 2010
    6.8/10(21 votes)

    #18 - SmackDown - Apr. 30, 2010

    S12:E18

    Edge delives a farewell address to SmackDown before heading to Raw. After treating the WWE Universe to a rendition of his life story, World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger finds himself standing face-to-face with a giant. The Straight Edge Society's CM Punk & Luke Gallows take on MVP & Rey Mysterio. All this and much more.

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  20. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 19 - SmackDown - May. 07, 2010
    6.8/10(20 votes)

    #19 - SmackDown - May. 07, 2010

    S12:E19

    When Drew McIntyre's actions lead SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long to strip him of the Intercontinental Championship and fire him from the brand, Superstars are given a chance to claim the vacant title in a tournament for the gold. Jack Swagger competes in a Non-Title Match against Kane. Rey Mysterio issues another challenge to CM Punk.

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  21. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 20 - SmackDown - May. 14, 2010
    6.5/10(20 votes)

    #20 - SmackDown - May. 14, 2010

    S12:E20

    CM Punk orders his Straight Edge Society not to join him at ringside during his match against Rey Mysterio. A new Intercontinental Champion is crowned when Kofi Kingston and Christian battle for the vacant title. Big Show steps on the accomplishments of World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger. Beth Phoenix defends the Women's Championship.

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  22. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 21 - SmackDown - May. 21, 2010
    6.4/10(19 votes)

    #21 - SmackDown - May. 21, 2010

    S12:E21

    With SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long's recent decisions against him being overturned, Intercontinental Champion Drew McIntyre returns to action to go one-on-one with Big Show in the main event. Christian becomes the recipient of a premeditated attack on The Peep Show. World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger faces Kofi Kingston.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 22 - SmackDown - May. 28, 2010
    6.7/10(19 votes)

    #22 - SmackDown - May. 28, 2010

    S12:E22

    Several Superstars compete in a series of matches to qualify for the upcoming Fatal 4-Way Match for the World Heavyweight Championship. Drew McIntyre partners with World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger to take on Intercontinental Champion Kofi Kingston & Big Show and much more.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 23 - SmackDown - Jun. 04, 2010
    6.4/10(18 votes)

    #23 - SmackDown - Jun. 04, 2010

    S12:E23

    After the news breaks that The Undertaker was found in a vegetative state following a suspicious attack, Kane looks to lay the memory of his brother to rest. With The Deadman gone, SmackDown Superstars take to the ring to compete in a Battle Royal to take his spot in the upcoming Fatal 4-Way Match for the World Heavyweight Championship.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 24 - SmackDown - Jun. 11, 2010
    6.3/10(18 votes)

    #24 - SmackDown - Jun. 11, 2010

    S12:E24

    Big Show battles CM Punk. An altercation between Rey Mysterio and World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger leads to a Non-Title Match. With The Undertaker's apparent demise weighing on his mind, Kane looks to exact revenge on those responsible for harming his brother. Plus, Drew McIntyre earns a new enemy, Christian faces Dolph Ziggler, and more.

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  26. WWE SmackDown Season 12 Episode 25 - SmackDown - Jun. 18, 2010
    6.6/10(19 votes)

    #25 - SmackDown - Jun. 18, 2010

    S12:E25

    Jack Swagger partners with CM Punk to take on Rey Mysterio & Big Show in the main event. Kane takes exception to an impersonation of his brother The Undertaker. With his job as SmackDown General Manager on the line, Theodore Long is forced to face Drew McIntyre in singles action. All this and much more.

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Season 12 Ratings Summary

"SmackDown - Jan. 01, 2010" is the best rated episode of "WWE SmackDown" season 12. It scored 6.5/10 based on 22 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/1/2010. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "SmackDown - Jan. 08, 2010".