The BEST episodes of WWE Raw season 1

Every episode of WWE Raw season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of WWE Raw season 1!

For more than 25 years and well over 1000 episodes, Raw has been WWE's flagship show. Its memorable moments have thrilled the WWE Universe and earned it the distinct honor of being the longest-running episodic television show in history.

Last Updated: 7/31/2023Network: USA NetworkStatus: Continuing
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7.37
136 votes

#1 - RAW 01

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/11/1993

Vince McMahon, "Macho Man" Randy Savage, and Rob Bartlett host the premiere episode of Monday Night Raw. Bobby Heenan tries and tries but just cant seem to get into the building. The first ever Main Event on Raw has the Undertaker battling Damien Demento. Plus Shawn Michaels competes in singles action and much more in this historic episode.

RAW 17
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6.75
4 votes

#2 - RAW 17

Season 1 - Episode 17 - Aired 5/17/1993

Razor Ramon battles new comer The Kid. Marty Jannety returns to surprise Shawn Michaels and even gets a chance to battle for the Intercontinental Championship. A battle of the bohemiths as Yokozuna faces off against Kamala. Things dont look too 'hot' for Scott Taylor as he sees action against Tatanka.

RAW 42
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6.40
5 votes

#3 - RAW 42

Season 1 - Episode 42 - Aired 12/6/1993

Gorilla Monsoon confronts Bobby Heenan. Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with the 1-2-3 Kid. Owen Hart issues a challenge to the WWE Superstar of the Year. Doink, The Quebecers and Crush all see competition.

RAW 31
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6.33
3 votes

#4 - RAW 31

Season 1 - Episode 31 - Aired 9/13/1993

The World Tag Team Championship is on the line as the Quebecers meet The Steiner Brothers in a Quebec Province Rules. The rules are as absurd as well. WCW’s rules in 1993. Find out which team uses these stipulations to their advantage. Plus, Doink The Clown has a change of heart resulting in Bobby Heenan needing a change of clothes!

RAW 45
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6.00
3 votes

#5 - RAW 45

Season 1 - Episode 45 - Aired 12/27/1993

A new champion is crowned when Alundra Blayze and Heidi Lee Morgan compete to become the new WWE Women's Champion. After weeks of torment, Marty Jannetty looks for revenge on The Quebecers' manager Johnny Polo. Lex Luger faces off against Barry Horowitz.

RAW 44
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6.00
3 votes

#6 - RAW 44

Season 1 - Episode 44 - Aired 12/20/1993

Tatanka faces off one-on-one with Ludvig Borga. Jeff Jarrett, Men on a Mission, Adam Bomb and Owen Hart are all in action. The Undertaker prepares for his Casket Match at the upcoming Royal Rumble PPV.

RAW 41
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6.00
3 votes

#7 - RAW 41

Season 1 - Episode 41 - Aired 11/29/1993

The 1993 WWE Superstar of the Year is revealed on this action-packed episode of Monday Night RAW. Razor Ramon faces Diesel in a non-title match. Bam Bam Bigelow, Ludvig Borga, Owen Hart and the Steiner Brothers are all in action.

RAW 39
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6.00
4 votes

#8 - RAW 39

Season 1 - Episode 39 - Aired 11/8/1993

Ludvig Borga faces off against Scott Steiner. Bob Backlund competes against Barry Horowitz. Men on a Mission are in tag team action. Rick Martel faces off with John Paul.

RAW 36
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6.00
3 votes

#9 - RAW 36

Season 1 - Episode 36 - Aired 10/18/1993

On this episode of Monday Night RAW, Crush confronts his former friend Macho Man Randy Savage. What will happen when Macho Man and Crush meet face to face? The Steiner Brothers are in tag team competition. IRS, Tatanka and Bam Bam Bigelow all see singles action. Double J Jeff Jarrett visits the Country Music Hall of Fame in Music City.

RAW 35
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6.00
3 votes

#10 - RAW 35

Season 1 - Episode 35 - Aired 10/11/1993

A new Intercontinental Champion is crowned as Razor Ramon and "The Model" Rick Martel battle for the vacant title. Ludvig Borga disrespects the USA, but will Lex Luger have something to say about it when he confronts Borga? The Rock 'n' Roll Express compete in tag team action. Owen Hart and Adam Bomb are also in action.

RAW 28
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6.00
4 votes

#11 - RAW 28

Season 1 - Episode 28 - Aired 8/2/1993

Macho Man Randy Savage takes on the mischievous Doink the Clown. Lex Luger delivers a special message. The Steiner Brothers are in tag team action, and Mr. Perfect faces Barry Hardy.

RAW 27
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6.00
3 votes

#12 - RAW 27

Season 1 - Episode 27 - Aired 7/26/1993

Bret Hart battles Bam Bam Bigelow while Jerry "The King" Lawler interviews and insults Hart's parents. The Undertaker sends a message to Mr. Hughes after his urn is stolen. Doink the Clown taunts "Macho Man" Randy Savage, but will Savage hang up the announcer headsets and do battle? Lex Luger discusses his upcoming match against Yokozuna.

RAW 22
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6.00
4 votes

#13 - RAW 22

Season 1 - Episode 22 - Aired 6/21/1993

Razor Ramon has put up $10,000 just to get another chance at defeating the 1-2-3 Kid. Newly-crowned WWE Tag Team Champions The Steiner Brothers are in action. Marty Jannetty battles Doink the Clown in a 2-out-of-3 Falls contest. Mr. Hughes is in singles competition, and much more.

RAW 18
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5.80
5 votes

#14 - RAW 18

Season 1 - Episode 18 - Aired 5/24/1993

Doink the Clown faces off against Mr. Perfect in singles action. Razor Ramon discusses a rematch with The Kid and even offers him money to compete again. Crush and Adam Bomb are in singles action. WWE Tag Team Champions Money Inc. compete.

RAW 43
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5.75
4 votes

#15 - RAW 43

Season 1 - Episode 43 - Aired 12/13/1993

On this episode of Monday Night RAW, Bret Hart faces off against The Brooklyn Bralwer. "Macho Man" Randy Savage steps out from behind the mic and into the ring to face Fatu. The Smoking Gunns, IRS, Rick Martel and the Undertaker are in action.

RAW 29
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5.67
3 votes

#16 - RAW 29

Season 1 - Episode 29 - Aired 8/9/1993

Tatanka squares off against Mr. Hughes. The Bushwhackers are in action in a six-man tag team match. A historic contract signing takes place between Lex Luger and Yokozuna. Razor Ramon is in singles action.

RAW 37
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5.67
3 votes

#17 - RAW 37

Season 1 - Episode 37 - Aired 10/25/1993

The 1-2-3 Kid faces off against Marty Jannetty, but what happens when Johnny Polo gets involved in the match? Crush, Ludvig Borga, and Diesel see singles action. Men on a Mission are in tag team action. "Double J" Jeff Jarrett visits a music studio in Music City. The Survivor Series report details the matches for the upcoming event.

RAW 16
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5.50
6 votes

#18 - RAW 16

Season 1 - Episode 16 - Aired 5/10/1993

Shawn Michaels defends his Intercontinental title against 'Hacksaw' Jim Duggan in a Lumberjack Match. Bam Bam Bigelow and Typhoon battle for a spot in the upcoming King of the Ring tournament. This episode features Yokozuna, Mr. Perfect and more.

RAW 21
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5.50
4 votes

#19 - RAW 21

Season 1 - Episode 21 - Aired 6/14/1993

Did Hulk Hogan retain the WWE Championship or was Yokozuna able to pull off an upset? Which WWE Superstar is crowned the King of the Ring? Find out here. Marty Jannetty clashes with Doink the Clown. Owen Hart, Jerry "The King" Lawler, and Mr. Perfect compete in singles competition. The 1-2-3 Kid accepts Razor Ramon's rematch challenge.

RAW 26
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5.50
4 votes

#20 - RAW 26

Season 1 - Episode 26 - Aired 7/19/1993

Intercontinental Champion Shawn Michaels defends against Marty Jannety. Lex Luger sits down to discuss the Lex Express. Men on a Mission is in tag team action. Tiny Tim performs on the King's Court with Jerry "The King" Lawler. Money Inc. offers Razor Ramon a job. Bastion Booger and The 1-2-3 Kid are in action.

RAW 34
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5.50
2 votes

#21 - RAW 34

Season 1 - Episode 34 - Aired 10/4/1993

A Battle Royal determines the two contenders for the vacant Intercontinental Championship. The last two men standing at the end will compete for the title next week on Monday Night Raw. Doink the Clown has fun at the expense of Bobby "The Brain" Heenan. The Heavenly Bodies, with Jim Cornette, compete in tag team action.

RAW 32
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5.33
3 votes

#22 - RAW 32

Season 1 - Episode 32 - Aired 9/20/1993

The Quebecers with Johnny Polo in their corner battle the WWE Tag Team Champions the Steiner Brothers in a Quebec Province Rules Match. Mr. Perfect and Razor Ramon are in action. Doink the Clown has a surprise for Bobby "The Brain" Heenan.

RAW 40
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5.33
3 votes

#23 - RAW 40

Season 1 - Episode 40 - Aired 11/15/1993

On this episode of Monday Night RAW, Razor Ramon battles The Brooklyn Brawler. One half of the Tag Team Champions Quebecer Pierre goes one-on-one with Lex Luger. The Headshrinkers are in tag team action, and Diesel is in singles competition.

RAW 38
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5.33
3 votes

#24 - RAW 38

Season 1 - Episode 38 - Aired 11/1/1993

On this episode of Monday Night RAW, Intercontinental Champion Razor Ramon takes on Bastion Booger in a non-title match. Adam Bomb battles Virgil in a one-on- one contest. Mr. Perfect is in singles action, and the Smoking Guns are in tag team action.

RAW 30
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5.33
3 votes

#25 - RAW 30

Season 1 - Episode 30 - Aired 8/16/1993

Will the 1-2-3 Kid have what it takes to upset the Million Dollar Man Ted Dibiase? Bastion Booger faces Marty Jannetty. The Headshrinkers, Bam Bam Bigelow and Men on a Mission are in action.