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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!

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Worst Episodes Summary

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

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    #1 - SmackDown 71

    Season 2 Episode 51 - Aired 12/21/2000

    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

    Season 2 Episode 52 - Aired 12/28/2000

    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

    Season 4 Episode 51 - Aired 12/19/2002

    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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    Season 4 Episode 52 - Aired 12/26/2002

    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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    Season 5 Episode 51 - Aired 12/18/2003

    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 278

    Season 6 Episode 51 - Aired 12/17/2004

    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 280

    Season 6 Episode 53 - Aired 12/31/2004

    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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  • SmackDown 60
    4.6/1036 votes
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    #8 - SmackDown 60

    Season 2 Episode 40 - Aired 10/5/2000

    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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  • July 10, 2020
    4.8/1033 votes
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    #9 - July 10, 2020

    Season 22 Episode 28 - Aired 7/10/2020

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

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  • December 29, 2006
    5.0/101 votes
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    #10 - December 29, 2006

    Season 8 Episode 52 - Aired 12/29/2006

    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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  • June 8, 2012 (Columbia, SC)
    5.0/1020 votes
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    #11 - June 8, 2012 (Columbia, SC)

    Season 14 Episode 23 - Aired 6/8/2012

    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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  • December 18, 2020
    5.0/101 votes
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    #12 - December 18, 2020

    Season 22 Episode 51 - Aired 12/18/2020

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    5.0/101 votes
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    #13 - SmackDown #1167

    Season 23 Episode 53 - Aired 12/31/2021

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

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  • December 29, 2023
    5.0/101 votes
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    #14 - December 29, 2023

    Season 25 Episode 52 - Aired 12/29/2023

    Relive some of the best SmackDown moments from 2023.

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  • June 11, 2019 (Sacramento, CA)
    5.1/1031 votes
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    #15 - June 11, 2019 (Sacramento, CA)

    Season 21 Episode 24 - Aired 6/11/2019

    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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  • March 20, 2020
    5.2/1034 votes
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    #16 - March 20, 2020

    Season 22 Episode 12 - Aired 3/20/2020

    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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  • March 27, 2020
    5.2/1035 votes
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    #17 - March 27, 2020

    Season 22 Episode 13 - Aired 3/27/2020

    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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  • January 14, 2022
    5.3/1031 votes
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    #18 - January 14, 2022

    Season 24 Episode 2 - Aired 1/14/2022

    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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  • January 21, 2022
    5.4/1030 votes
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    #19 - January 21, 2022

    Season 24 Episode 3 - Aired 1/21/2022

    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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  • February 21, 2020 (Glendale, AZ)
    5.5/1032 votes
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    #20 - February 21, 2020 (Glendale, AZ)

    Season 22 Episode 8 - Aired 2/21/2020

    With WWE Super ShowDown on the horizon, Goldberg came calling for “The Fiend” Bray Wyatt, and Naomi punched her ticket for a SmackDown Women’s Championship Match with Bayley.

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  • April 17, 2020
    5.5/1034 votes
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    #21 - April 17, 2020

    Season 22 Episode 16 - Aired 4/17/2020

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  • February 4, 2022
    5.5/1030 votes
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    #22 - February 4, 2022

    Season 24 Episode 5 - Aired 2/4/2022

    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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  • February 18, 2022
    5.5/1032 votes
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    #23 - February 18, 2022

    Season 24 Episode 7 - Aired 2/18/2022

    Shinsuke Nakamura defends the Intercontinental Championship against Sami Zayn. Goldberg and Roman Reigns go face-to-face ahead of their clash at WWE Elimination Chamber.

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  • July 8, 2022
    5.5/1031 votes
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    #24 - July 8, 2022

    Season 24 Episode 27 - Aired 7/8/2022

    Drew McIntyre seeks a championship opportunity at WWE Clash at the Castle. Ronda Rousey takes on Natalya in a WWE Money in the Bank rematch. The Maximum Male Models serve up their 2022 Tennis Collection. Mr. Money in the Bank Theory teases Roman Reigns.

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  • SmackDown 245
    5.6/1018 votes
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    #25 - SmackDown 245

    Season 6 Episode 18 - Aired 4/30/2004

    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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