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 186
Season 5 - Episode 14 - Aired 4/5/1999
WCW unveils its bold new look to the world. Goldberg introduces his version of a lottery to see who he will face at Spring Stampede. The United States Championship tournament rolls on with Booker T squaring off against Chris Jericho. Plus, WCW President Ric Flair defends his WCW Heavyweight Championship in an unprecedented situation and much more.
#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 207
Season 5 - Episode 35 - Aired 9/6/1999
Loyalties, motives, secrets, and lies are running rampant in the triangle between Sting, Hulk Hogan, and Lex Luger. And with the returning Bret Hart being added to the mix, there are plenty of questions that need answers. Plus, a Steel Cage Match main event will pit some of WCW's top Superstars in an epic confrontation.
#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 184
Season 5 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/22/1999
The deck continues to be stacked against Rey Mysterio as he faces Ric Flair in the main event. The New World Order hosts the Miss NWO contest. Scott Steiner takes on Chris Jericho. Two of WCW's fiercest competitors square off when Fit Finlay battles Rick Steiner. Vampiro faces Juventud Guerrera and much more.
#7 - Nitro 173
Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/4/1999
Ric Flair looks to rid WCW of its tyrannical leader, Eric Bischoff, and steer WCW in a new direction. Hollywood Hogan faces Kevin Nash in the main event. The New World Order works to keep Goldberg out of the arena. Chavo Guerrero Jr. faces Norman Smiley. Saturn takes on Chris Jericho. Kidman & Rey Mysterio battle Psicosis & Juventud Guerrera.
#8 - 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.
#9 - Nitro 206
Season 5 - Episode 34 - Aired 8/30/1999
While Hulk Hogan once again wears the red and yellow, Lex Luger looks to prove that the Hulkster's heart is still black. With Hogan's true motives called into question, Sting is faced with a difficult choice heading into Fall Brawl. The Demon has cryptic message for Vampiro. Plus, Goldberg, Diamond Dallas Page, Eddie Guerrero, and more in action.
#10 - 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.
#11 - 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.
#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 208
Season 5 - Episode 36 - Aired 9/13/1999
Ric Flair returns to WCW and has a confrontation with new World Champion Sting and Lex Luger. However, they may have their hands full with Bret Hart and the former champion Hulk Hogan. Sid Vicious goes on a rampage that leads to Goldberg taking notice. Also in action, the Insane Clown Posse, Dean Malenko, Harlem Heat and more.
#14 - 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.
#15 - 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.
#16 - 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.
#17 - Nitro 216
Season 5 - Episode 44 - Aired 11/8/1999
When Sting and Lex Luger find themselves at odds, the Icon proves that friends aren't forever. It becomes clear that the rivalry between Sid Vicious and Goldberg won't end until somebody quits. The Outsiders continue to show their talent for disruption. Plus, the WCW World Heavyweight Championship Tournament continues and more.
#18 - 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
#19 - Nitro 219
Season 5 - Episode 47 - Aired 11/29/1999
The Powers That Be continue to shake things up. Goldberg continues to set his sights on taking out The Outsiders. Bret Hart puts the WCW World Heavyweight Championship on the line in the main event when he defends the gold against Meng. Plus, Sting, Jeff Jarrett, Booker T, and many more in action.
#20 - Nitro 221
Season 5 - Episode 49 - Aired 12/13/1999
With Starrcade rapidly approaching, The Outsiders look to regain championship gold when they challenge Goldberg and WCW Champion Bret Hart for the WCW Tag Team Championship. Dustin Rhodes continues to be a thorn in the side of Jeff Jarrett. Meng and Tank Abbott face off in a Hardcore Match. Plus, Sting, Curt Hennig, Lex Luger, and many more.
#21 - 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.
#22 - 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.
#23 - 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.
#24 - 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.
#25 - 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.