The worst episodes of WWE Friday Night SmackDown
Ranked by viewer rating, lows first. Vote on a placement to back it or contest it.
- 01
On the Network Premiere of Smackdown, newly-crowned WWE Champion Triple H defends the title against The Rock with special guest referees Shawn Michaels and Shane McMahon. Big Boss Man and Al Snow battle for the Hardcore Championship. Stephanie McMahon answers the marriage proposal from Test. Michael Cole interviews "Stone Cold" Steve Austin.
- 02
Triple H & Edge take on Chris Jericho & Kurt Angle. When WWE Undisputed Champion Hollywood Hulk Hogan sends a message The Undertaker, Mr. McMahon has a message of his own for the Immortal One. Plus, Hardcore Holly & Lance Storm battle The Big Valbowski & Randy Orton, Maven goes one-on-one with Reverend D-Von, and much more.
- 03
Hollywood Hulk Hogan looks to bid farewell to the WWE Universe in a emotional retirement speech. Edge & Maven unite to take on Kurt Angle & Christian in a Tag Team Match. Plus, Triple H goes one-on-one with Lance Storm, Mark Henry battles Chris Jericho in the main event, and much more on this edition of SmackDown.
- 04
Billy and Chuck look to seal their union with a special commitment ceremony. But when things go too far, this a groundbreaking moment for SmackDown gets more than a little raw. When The Undertaker looks to make Matt Hardy pay for his disrespect in the main event, Paul Heyman and WWE Champion Brock Lesnar spring a trap for Big Evil.
- 05
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.
- 06
As SmackDown kicks off the new year with the wedding ceremony of Dawn Marie and Torrie Wilson, Brock Lesnar returns to action as he faces Matt Hardy in the main event. However, with the Royal Rumble approaching, Paul Heyman and Big Show have a special challenge for the Beast. John Cena makes a bold statement at the expense of Eddie Guerrero.
- 07
WWE Champion Kurt Angle leads Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas to victory in singles competition against two formidable opponents. Paul Heyman promises to teach Brock Lesnar a lesson as the Beast goes one-on-one with A-Train in the main event. Plus, Big Show takes on Rikishi, John Cena battles Chavo Guerrero, and more.
- 08
John Cena sets out to make an impression on WWE Champion Brock Lesnar when the Beast faces off with A-Train in the main event. Sable hosts a Bikini Invitational. With Kurt Angle still out-of-action due to his injuries from WrestleMania, WWE Tag Team Champions Shelton Benjamin & Charlie Haas make a special dedication in honor of their team captain.
- 09
World Heavyweight Champion Rey Mysterio declines Paul Heyman's offer to join him in the reformation of ECW. After suffering an assault at the hands of Bobby Lashley, William Regal goes one-on-one with his attacker. Plus, The Great Khali's path of destruction continues, Mr. Kennedy takes to the ring to battle Scotty 2 Hotty, and much more action.
- 10
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.
- 11
World Heavyweight Champion Edge holds a special Mardi Gras celebration. A display of disrespect by The Great Khali toward Batista during the contract signing for their upcoming match at The Great American Bash earns The Punjabi Nightmare an animal's bite. Plus, The Major Brothers take on Jamie Noble & Chavo Guerrero and much more.
- 12
To commemorate the first ever Indian-born World Heavyweight Champion, a celebration is held for The Great Khali. However, the festivities are cut short when Batista issues a challenge for the gold. Hornswoggle puts the Cruiserweight Championship on the line against Jamie Noble. Kane goes one-on-one with Dave Taylor. All this and much more.
- 13
In the main event, Jeff Hardy goes one-on-one with Ezekiel Jackson. MVP puts the United States Championship on the line in a match against the former champion, Shelton Benjamin. Plus, a sneak peek at all the happenings at WrestleMania Axxess, Michelle McCool & Divas Champion Maryse take on Gail Kim & Maria, and more.
- 14
April 4, 2014 (Washington, DC)
Tonight's episode of SmackDown is being broadcast from the Verizon Center in Washington, DC. The scheduled matches for tonight's card are: Singles Match - Dolph Ziggler vs. Titus O'Neil Tag Team Match - Los Matadores (Diego & Fernando) (w/El Torito) vs. The Real Americans (Cesaro & Jack Swagger) (w/Zeb Colter)
- 15
On SmackDown's USA Network debut, Dean Ambrose and Kevin Owens' Intercontinental Championship battle intensified into an uncontrollable fight, Charlotte and Becky Lynch's Divas Championship Match ended in controversial fashion and much more.
- 16
Roman Reigns battles The League of Nations, Dolph Ziggler & The Usos take on WWE Tag Team Champions The New Day and Intercontinental Champion Dean Ambrose and Kevin Owens come face-to-face on Miz TV.
- 17
February 18, 2016 (Ontario, CA)
With the relationship between the brothers-in-arms uncertain, Brock Lesnar returned to SmackDown for the first time in 12 years and wreaked havoc on his WWE World Heavyweight Title No. 1 Contender Triple Threat Match adversaries.
- 18
March 31, 2016 (New York City, NY)
The Road to WrestleMania made its final stop on SmackDown as Dean Ambrose made a big statement before his battle with Brock Lesnar. Plus, Thursday’s hottest show provided a sneak peek of what WWE fans can expect this Sunday at WrestleMania 32.
- 19
August 14, 2018 (Greenville, SC)
WWE Champion AJ Styles arrived at SmackDown LIVE hoping to break out of his vicious mental cycle caused by Samoa Joe over the past several weeks, but his SummerSlam challenger had one last trick up his sleeve that may have driven The Phenomenal One off the deep end just five days before their title clash at The Biggest Event of Summer.
- 20
Triple H competes in four grueling matches against The Big Show, Kane, Mankind, and The Rock. One of the most successful Tag Teams in WWE history, The New Age Outlaws, look to take the Tag Team Championship away from The Rock & Sock Connection. Mark Henry defends the European Championship against D-Generation X member X-Pac.
- 21
D-Generation X celebrates after their huge night on Raw. Mr. McMahon tries to spoil the festivities with a huge 8-Man Elimination Survivor Series style main event. Mankind and Al Snow challenge The Holly's for the Tag Team Championship. The Hardy Boyz battle Too Cool and Chris Jericho faces The Godfather.
- 22
WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin gives an old friend a shocking reality check. With Mr. McMahon's faction now in control of the WWE Championship, he sends Triple H to bring home another prestigious prize. Plus, the Brothers of Destruction take on Right to Censor, Jeff Hardy battles the Big Show, and much more action.
- 23
Mr. McMahon gives the Undertaker a main event bout against someone who has a score to settle with him. Triple H defends his Intercontinental Championship against Jeff Hardy. Plus, Grandmaster Sexay challenges Jerry Lynn for the Light Heavyweight Championship, X-Pac goes one-on-one with Raven, and much more action.
- 24
Mr. McMahon and Stone Cold Steve Austin go after the Tag Team Titles. Superstars compete in Qualifying Matches for the King of the Ring.
- 25
When Ric Flair gives him an exclusive contract to work for WWE, Booker T realizes that his new position comes with a price when he is order to go one-on-one with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin in a First Blood Match. Chris Jericho faces Rob Van Dam. Plus, The Rock takes on Test, Kurt Angle challenges Edge for the Intercontinental Championship, and more.
