The BEST episodes of WWE Raw season 4
Every episode of WWE Raw season 4, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of WWE Raw season 4!
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.
#1 - RAW 183
Season 4 - Episode 43 - Aired 11/4/1996
Brian Pillman prepares to give an interview via satellite from his home while he recuperates from his recent injury. However, things take a dangerous turn when Pillman and his family are targeted by his old friend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Plus, The Sultan battles Alex Porteau, Goldust takes on The Stalker, and much more.
#2 - RAW 153
Season 4 - Episode 13 - Aired 4/1/1996
New WWE Champion Shawn Michaels kicks off his inaugural title reign and acknowledges his next challengers. After weeks of cryptic messages, Mankind makes his debut. As The Undertaker faces off with Justin Hawk Bradshaw, the Deadman's newest enemy makes his presence felt. Plus, Marc Mero, The Body Donnas, and many more in action.
#3 - RAW 149
Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/4/1996
Shawn Michaels takes on the 1-2-3 Kid. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper welcomes Goldust to be his guest on a new edition of Piper's Pit. Plus, Justin Hawk Bradshaw in action. The WWE Universe continues to await the return of the Ultimate Warrior, and Hunter Hearst Helmsley battles WWE Champion Bret Hart in the main event.
#4 - RAW 159
Season 4 - Episode 19 - Aired 5/13/1996
Goldust looks to shine his spotlight on the Undertaker with help from Mankind. WWE Champion Shawn Michaels looks to take out his recent frustrations in a match against Hunter Hearst Helmsley. Plus, the British Bulldog offers a stern warning towards The Heartbreak Kid, Vader takes out the trash when he battles Duke "The Dumpster" Droese, and more.
#5 - RAW 165
Season 4 - Episode 25 - Aired 6/24/1996
Newly-crowned King of the Ring "Stone Cold" Steve Austin faces The Undertaker. Savio Vega teams up with Aldo Montoya & the Brooklyn Brawler to take on three of Jim Cornette's finest. Plus, Ahmed Johnson battles Hunter Hearst Helmsley, Brian Pillman continues to cause controversy, and much more.
#6 - RAW 170
Season 4 - Episode 30 - Aired 7/29/1996
Undertaker battles "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. While Vader looks for another victory on his road to SummerSlam, Jim Cornette calls out Jose Lothario for a face-to-face confrontation. After attacking Ahmed Johnson, Faarooq Asad is given a Sunny introduction to WWE. Plus, Sycho Sid in action, the British Bulldog takes on Henry Godwinn, and more.
#7 - RAW 176
Season 4 - Episode 36 - Aired 9/16/1996
The tournament for the Intercontinental Championship reaches the semi-finals as Sycho Sid battles Faarooq. While Brian Pillman's promises to bring about an interview with Bret Hart continue to raise questions, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin has some questions of his own. The Sultan faces Jake "The Snake" Roberts, The Smoking Gunns in action, and more.
#8 - RAW 186
Season 4 - Episode 46 - Aired 11/25/1996
While Bret Hart looks to settle a sibling rivalry in one-on-one action, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin shows the "Hit Man" that their problems are far from over. From his home in San Antonio, Shawn Michaels, along side Jose Lothario, shares his thoughts on Sycho Sid's despicable actions Plus, Marc Mero faces Billy Gunn, Rocky Maivia in action, and more.
#9 - RAW 169
Season 4 - Episode 29 - Aired 7/22/1996
Shawn Michaels & Ahmed Johnson take on The Smoking Gunns for the WWE Tag Team Championship. With Vader now scheduled to meet Michaels for the WWE Championship at SummerSlam, Jim Cornette delivers a message to the Heartbreak Kid. Plus, Mankind, Goldust, and many more in action.
#10 - RAW 163
Season 4 - Episode 23 - Aired 6/10/1996
The Undertaker goes one-on-one with the British Bulldog. As Jerry "The King" Lawler looks for a creative way out of his upcoming match with the Ultimate Warrior, he finds his integrity questioned. Plus, the first round matches of the King of the Ring Tournament continue, Mankind makes his presence felt, and much more.
#11 - RAW 155
Season 4 - Episode 15 - Aired 4/15/1996
Bret Hart reflects on his controversial defeat at WrestleMania. Now that Vader's path of destruction has claimed Yokozuna, Jim Cornette's most devastating client sets his sights on a real bad guy. Plus, Goldust defends the Intercontinental Championship against Savio Vega, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin battles Bart Gunn, and much more.
#12 - RAW 152
Season 4 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/25/1996
Shawn Michaels and Bret Hart find themselves at odds when Hart tries to lend a hand in The Heartbreak Kid's match against Leif Cassidy. Undertaker and Paul Bearer deliver their final message to Diesel. Plus, Hunter Hearst Helmsley battles Aldo Montoya, Ahmed Johnson in action, and much more.
#13 - RAW 144
Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/22/1996
Shawn Michaels is on the road to WrestleMania to face Bret Hart for the WWE Championship. In a shocking display of brutality, Vader shows WWE President Gorilla Monsoon what time it is. Plus, Bret Hart battles Goldust in the main event, Hunter Hearst Helmsley takes on Razor Ramon, and much more.
#14 - RAW 145
Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/29/1996
With President Gorilla Monsoon out of commission thanks to a recent attack at the hands of Vader, WWE pays the piper as they enlist a new acting president. Jim Cornette enlists the legal services of Clarence Mason to fight Vader's suspension. Shawn Michaels faces Yokozuna. Plus, Diesel battles the British Bulldog and much more.
#15 - RAW 150
Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/11/1996
The WWE Universe gets a special look at the training of both Shawn Michaels and WWE Champion Bret Hart as they prepare for their Iron Man Match at WrestleMania. Plus, the Ultimate Warrior's WrestleMania opponent is announced, the Ringmaster reinvents himself, and Goldust's mind games with "Rowdy" Roddy Piper go too far. All this and much more.
#16 - RAW 154
Season 4 - Episode 14 - Aired 4/8/1996
The Ultimate Warrior makes his triumphant return to WWE. WWE Champion Shawn Michaels takes on Jerry "The King" Lawler with Diesel looming ringside. Giants collide when Yokozuna goes one-on-one with Vader. Ahmed Johnson challenges British Bulldog in an Arm Wrestling Contest. Hunter Hearst Helmsley faces Duke "The Dumpster" Droese and more.
#17 - RAW 171
Season 4 - Episode 31 - Aired 8/5/1996
A Raw Invitational Battle Royal is held to see who will face the WWE Champion after SummerSlam. Shawn Michaels sits down for a one-on-one interview. The rivalry between Mankind and The Undertaker escalates. Faarooq Asad continues to cause problems for Ahmed Johnson. Plus, The New Rockers take on The Body Donnas and more.
#18 - RAW 189
Season 4 - Episode 49 - Aired 12/16/1996
A frustrated Bret Hart lashes out on his rivals and adopts a new attitude with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin becoming the object of his wrath. Sibling rivalry goes too far when Bart and Billy Gunn face off against each other in the main event. Plus, Shawn Michaels, WWE Champion Sycho Sid, and many more.
#19 - RAW 188
Season 4 - Episode 48 - Aired 12/9/1996
The Undertaker and Mankind battle in a No Holds Barred main event. While Bret Hart prepares for his upcoming WWE Championship opportunity at In Your House, the "Hit Man" gives an interview about recent events in WWE. Plus, Sycho Sid takes on Hunter Hearst Helmsley, Goldust goes one-on-one against Bart Gunn, and much, much more.
#20 - RAW 185
Season 4 - Episode 45 - Aired 11/18/1996
New WWE Champion Sycho Sid speaks about his victory over Shawn Michaels and sends a message to Bret Hart. When The Executioner targets "Stone Cold" Steve Austin in his confrontation with Mankind, Austin receives help from an unlikely source. Plus, Faarooq takes on Savio Vega, Leif Cassidy & Bob "Spark Plugg" Holly in a tag team action, and more.
#21 - RAW 181
Season 4 - Episode 41 - Aired 10/21/1996
Bret Hart returns and makes some stunning proclamations about his WWE future. While Mr. Perfect is scheduled to take on Hunter Hearst Helmsley in the main event, a plot is revealed that could bring championship gold to the Connecticut Blue Blood. Plus, The Smoking Gunns take on The Godwinns, Sycho Sid in singles action, and more.
#22 - RAW 180
Season 4 - Episode 40 - Aired 10/14/1996
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin calls out Bret Hart and meets WWE Champion Shawn Michaels in the main event. After months of a verbal abuse directed at Jake "The Snake" Roberts, Jerry "The King" Lawler may have to eat his words. Before they face off in a Buried Alive Match, The Undertaker and Mankind deliver their last words. Plus, Vader and more.
#23 - RAW 172
Season 4 - Episode 32 - Aired 8/12/1996
WWE Champion Shawn Michaels warms up for his SummerSlam match with Vader by taking on another one of Camp Cornette's finest. Ahmed Johnson gives an update on his in-ring future. WWE cameras catch up with Bret Hart. Plus, Crush goes one-on-one with Savio Vega, The Godwinns in tag team action, and more.
#24 - RAW 168
Season 4 - Episode 28 - Aired 7/15/1996
WWE Tag Team Champions The Smoking Gunns receive a pair of golden opportunities as Bart challenges Ahmed Johnson for the Intercontinental Championship and Billy faces Shawn Michaels for the WWE Championship. Plus, Camp Cornette looks to increase their chances at In Your House, Marc Mero takes on T.L. Hopper, and more.
#25 - RAW 164
Season 4 - Episode 24 - Aired 6/17/1996
The quarter-finals of the King of the Ring Tournament kick off, including "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, and more. Jim Cornette announces the perfect referee for the upcoming match between Shawn Michaels and the British Bulldog. Plus, a special look at Brian Pillman's contract signing with WWE and much more.