The BEST episodes of WCW Monday Nitro season 5
Every episode of WCW Monday Nitro season 5, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of WCW Monday Nitro season 5!
WCW's flagship show led to the famous Monday Night War. Featuring the nWo, Lex Luger, Ric Flair, Sting, and the Cruiserweights.
#1 - Nitro 213
Season 5 - Episode 41 - Aired 10/18/1999
On this edition of Nitro, no one is safe as Goldberg goes on a rampage throughout the WCW Locker room. Bret Hart is finally given the opportunity that he has been waiting for. A guitar swinging, old boy makes his shocking return to WCW. Two finalists for Miss Nitro are announced. Plus, Lex Luger, Sting, and many more in action.
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#2 - Nitro 201
Season 5 - Episode 29 - Aired 7/26/1999
Hollywood Hogan & Sting battle Kevin Nash & Sid Vicious. Goldberg makes his in-ring return to face Curt Hennig. Plus, "Macho Man" Randy Savage looks for payback on Dennis Rodman, the Insane Clown Posse and Vampiro target Rey Mysterio Jr., and Shane Douglas explains why he returned to WCW. Steven Regal, Juventud Guerrera, and more in action.
#3 - Nitro 202
Season 5 - Episode 30 - Aired 8/2/1999
Sting looks for revenge against Sid Vicious and Rick Steiner, and asks for help from Goldberg. The rivalries between Hollywood Hogan and Kevin Nash, as well as between "Macho Man" Randy Savage and Dennis Rodman escalate. Plus, Harlem Heat reunite against The Triad. All this and more.
#4 - Nitro 212
Season 5 - Episode 40 - Aired 10/11/1999
There may be a no contact clause in the match contract between Goldberg and Sid Vicious leading into Halloween Havoc, but one of them will have the last laugh. The Outsiders continue to show up in attendance to tease a reunion. Ric Flair takes on Curt Hennig, the in-ring return of Meng, and a tag team main event with unexpected consequences.
#5 - Nitro 217
Season 5 - Episode 45 - Aired 11/15/1999
While The Powers That Be establish their dominance over WCW's locker room, Kevin Nash has to answer to Sid Vicious. The Revolution and the Filthy Animals square off in a steel cage and the WCW Heavyweight Title Tournament gets closer to crowning a new champion. Plus, Sting, Lex Luger, Jeff Jarrett and many more in action.
#6 - Nitro 198
Season 5 - Episode 26 - Aired 7/5/1999
Sting's loyalties are called into question as things heat up between Team Madness and WCW Champion Kevin Nash. WCW President Ric Flair continues to abuse his power. Bret Hart returns to WCW and gives a heartfelt speech. Plus a performance by Megadeth that brings about the return of a former champion. All this and much more.
#7 - Nitro 190
Season 5 - Episode 18 - Aired 5/3/1999
Tensions escalate between Ric Flair and "Rowdy" Roddy Piper as Flair makes his return to Nitro. Things come to head within the New World Order when a bounty is placed on Kevin Nash. In action, Bam Bam Bigelow gets hardcore with Hak. Plus, Diamond Dallas Page defends his WCW World Heavyweight Championship against an unlikely opponent and much more.
#8 - Nitro 223
Season 5 - Episode 51 - Aired 12/27/1999
The recent reincarnation of the New World Order looks to once again dominate WCW. Scott Steiner returns to prove that appearances can be deceiving. In the absence of Sting, Lex Luger continues to provoke his former ally. WCW President Bill Bush introduces a unique concept to crown new champions. Plus, Vampiro, Konnan, Sid Vicious, and many more.
#9 - Nitro 218
Season 5 - Episode 46 - Aired 11/22/1999
The new WCW Champion Bret Hart has his hands full as Jeff Jarrett challenges him for his title. The Powers That Be continue their reign of terror but some in the locker room choose to resist. A familiar face returns to WCW to give the established order a reality check. Goldberg sets his sights on The Outsiders. Plus, Booker T, Sting, and more
#10 - Nitro 214
Season 5 - Episode 42 - Aired 10/25/1999
The WCW Heavyweight Championship is vacant and up for grabs in a tournament involving WCW's top Superstars. The returning Jeff Jarrett may have to face the music when Lex Luger demands answers for the attack on Miss Elizabeth. The Outsiders return to action against a stunning tag team. Plus, David Flair, Diamond Dallas Page, and more.
#11 - Nitro 210
Season 5 - Episode 38 - Aired 9/27/1999
WCW Champion Sting tries to ensure Hulk Hogan won't make it to Halloween Havoc. Ric Flair & Bret Hart team up in a handicap match against three formidable opponents. The rivalry between Goldberg and Sid Vicious rages on as Goldberg looks to hit Sid where it hurts. Plus, Rey Mysterio Jr., Dean Malenko, Kidman, and many more in action.
#12 - Nitro 203
Season 5 - Episode 31 - Aired 8/9/1999
WCW Champion Hollywood Hogan offers a unique stipulation to his match with Kevin Nash at Road Wild. Hogan teams with Sting & Goldberg to take on Nash, Sid Vicious & Rick Steiner. A musical performance by Chad Brock sends the West Texas Rednecks in an uproar. Plus, Dead Pool, Eddie Guerrero, Buff Bagwell, and many more in action.
#13 - Nitro 200
Season 5 - Episode 28 - Aired 7/19/1999
The fate of WCW is up for grabs as Sting and Ric Flair face off for control over the company. WCW Champion Hollywood Hogan takes on Sid Vicious. "Macho Man" Randy Savage has a new enemy on his hands with a reputation for controversy. Plus, things get wicked with the WCW debut of the Insane Clown Posse. All this and much more.
#14 - Nitro 199
Season 5 - Episode 27 - Aired 7/12/1999
WCW Champion "Macho Man" Randy Savage is challenged by an old nemesis. Ric Flair must face one of his former Horsemen, Dean Malenko. Also, Sting sets his sights on gold. Fit Finlay is crowned the new Hardcore Champion, but his mouth earns him some new enemies. Also in action, Konnan, Diamond Dallas Page, Booker T, and many more.
#15 - Nitro 192
Season 5 - Episode 20 - Aired 5/24/1999
"Rowdy'"Roddy Piper makes "Macho Man" Randy Savage answer for his recent attacks on WCW Superstars. Buff Bagwell challenges Rick Steiner for the Television Championship while a Battle Royal for the Cruiserweight Title proves to be no laughing matter. Plus, Hollywood Hogan returns to Nitro. Chavo Guerrero Jr., Raven and many more in action.
#16 - Nitro 191
Season 5 - Episode 19 - Aired 5/17/1999
The battle for control over WCW continues as Eric Bischoff makes his return to Nitro and sides with "Rowdy" Roddy Piper. "Macho Man" Randy Savage sets his sights on the new WCW Heavyweight Champion Kevin Nash, but Diamond Dallas Page has him first. Plus, Konnan battles Curt Hennig, Sting takes on Rick Steiner, and more.
#17 - Nitro 189
Season 5 - Episode 17 - Aired 4/26/1999
With Ric Flair now a patient in a mental hospital, a battle for control of WCW begins between Commissioner "Rowdy" Roddy Piper and the new WCW President Charles Robinson. Sting sets his sights on Diamond Dallas Page's WCW World Heavyweight Championship. Plus, Konnan, the NWO, and more are featured.
#18 - Nitro 188
Season 5 - Episode 16 - Aired 4/19/1999
As Diamond Dallas Page continues his reign as WCW World Heavyweight Champion, Goldberg steps up to end his run. WCW Superstars question the mental stability of their president Ric Flair. WCW Cruiserweight Champion Rey Mysterio Jr. defends his title in a Fatal 4-Way Match against, Blitzkrieg, Psychosis, and Juventud Guerrera.
#19 - Nitro 185
Season 5 - Episode 13 - Aired 3/29/1999
On a special Nitro from Canada, Bret Hart gives Goldberg the opportunity he's been waiting for. However, appearances may be deceiving. Hollywood Hogan challenges Ric Flair for the WCW Title, but the Nature Boy has other plans for the leader of the NWO. Plus, Chris Jericho, Dean Malenko, and many more are in action.
#20 - Nitro 180
Season 5 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/22/1999
Goldberg faces Scott Steiner in the main event on. Booker T battles Bret Hart. Will Rey Mysterio be able to overcome one of his toughest tests to date when he faces Kevin Nash? Chris Jericho faces Hugh Morrus. Torrie Wilson continues to get into the head of David Flair and much more.
#21 - Nitro 177
Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/1/1999
After waging war for months, Eric Bischoff is finally at the mercy of Ric Flair on this wild episode of Nitro. Chris Jericho battles Scott Steiner. A hardcore icon makes his extreme debut! Scott Hall competes against a member of The Four Horsemen in the main event. Goldberg, Booker T, and many more are featured.
#22 - Nitro 176
Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/25/1999
Will Hollywood Hogan be able to quell the deepening tension between New World Order? Hogan, Kevin Nash & Scott Steiner battle members of The Four Horsemen in the main event. Scott Hall battles Bam Bam Bigelow in a ladder match with a taser hanging above the ring. Bret Hart faces Booker T. Goldberg and many more are featured.
#23 - Nitro 174
Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/11/1999
With Ric Flair now in charge of WCW, Eric Bischoff may soon be looking for greener pastures. Kevin Nash takes on The Giant in the main event. 'Nature Boy' Ric Flair goes one on one with longtime rival Curt Hennig. Bam Bam Bigelow battles Scott Hall. Scott Steiner takes on Diamond Dallas Page. The New World Order, Goldberg, and more are featured.
#24 - Nitro 175
Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/18/1999
Ric Flair defends the honor of his family on this episode of Nitro when he issues a big challenge to Hollywood Hogan. David Flair battles Eric Bischoff in a contest where if Flair loses, his father Ric gives up control of WCW. Scott Hall, Bam Bam Bigelow, and Goldberg face each other in a Triangle Match. Chris Jericho goes one-on-one with Booker T.
#25 - Nitro 205
Season 5 - Episode 33 - Aired 8/23/1999
As Sting prepares to challenge Hollywood Hogan for the WCW World Heavyweight Championship in the main event, an old friend arouses The Icon's suspicions by expressing distrust for The Hulkster. Plus, Goldberg goes one-on-one with Diamond Dallas Page, Harlem Heat defend the Tag Team Championship, and much more.