The BEST episodes of WWE Raw season 5
Every episode of WWE Raw season 5, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of WWE Raw season 5!
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 is WAR 222
Season 5 - Episode 32 - Aired 8/11/1997
Shawn Michaels promises to reveal his special insurance policy when he returns to action against Mankind. Vince McMahon interviews Dude Love. The Nation of Domination welcomes its newest member. Tensions boil between Bret Hart, and The Patriot. The Legion of Doom takes on Henry and Phinneas Godwinn in a Country Whipping Match and more.
#2 - RAW is WAR 226
Season 5 - Episode 36 - Aired 9/22/1997
From Madison Square Garden, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin ignites the most storied rivalry in WWE history with a single Stunner. The Intercontinental Championship Tournament continues when Ahmed Johnson takes on Rocky Maivia. Tensions continue to build between The Undertaker and Shawn Michaels and much more.
#3 - RAW is WAR 218
Season 5 - Episode 28 - Aired 7/14/1997
The Hart Foundation's Owen Hart & British Bulldog challenge "Stone Cold" Steve Austin for the Tag Team Championship in the main event. After weeks of absence, Shawn Michaels returns to share his thoughts on Bret Hart's special SummerSlam stipulation. Plus, Ken Shamrock, Taka Michinoku, and many more in action.
#4 - RAW is WAR 231
Season 5 - Episode 41 - Aired 10/27/1997
Shawn Michaels pushes the envelope even when he decides to show the WWE Universe another side of himself. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin stops at nothing to protect his Survivor Series opportunity when Ahmed Johnson challenges Owen Hart for the Intercontinental Championship. Plus, Bret Hart defends the WWE Championship against Ken Shamrock and more.
#5 - RAW is WAR 228
Season 5 - Episode 38 - Aired 10/6/1997
WWE mourns the untimely passing of Flyin' Brian Pillman. The Hart Foundation come face-to-face with Shawn Michaels and his band of degenerates as Bret Hart faces Hunter Hearst Helmsley in the main event. Plus, Paul Bearer introduces Kane to the world, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin negotiates his in-ring future, and more.
#6 - RAW is WAR 235
Season 5 - Episode 45 - Aired 11/24/1997
After DX's reenactment of Survivor Series comes up short, WWE Champion Shawn Michaels makes a special offer to Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart. The New Age Outlaws challenge the Legion of Doom for the Tag Team Championship. Plus, Kane continues to wreak havoc in WWE, Goldust reveals his new love interest, and more.
#7 - RAW is WAR 239
Season 5 - Episode 49 - Aired 12/22/1997
When DX gives the WWE Universe a special Christmas present, Commissioner Slaughter gives the duo a gift of his own by ordering Shawn Michaels to defend his European Championship against Triple H in the main event. Plus, the New Age Outlaws search for Mankind, Ken Shamrock battles D'lo Brown, and more.
#8 - RAW is WAR 202
Season 5 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/24/1997
Bret Hart discusses his recent change in attitude and sends a message to his fans in the United States. As The Undertaker looks to usher in a new era of darkness after capturing the WWE Championship from Sycho Sid, an old friend returns. Plus, Hunter Hearst Helmsley faces Bart Gunn, the British Bulldog & Owen Hart take on the Headbangers, and more.
#9 - RAW is WAR 233
Season 5 - Episode 43 - Aired 11/10/1997
Following one of the most controversial matches in sports-entertainment, there is a new WWE Champion in Shawn Michaels. The Rock issues a challenge to "Stone Cold" Steve Austin for his Intercontinental Championship. Plus, Hunter Hearst Helmsley takes on Ken Shamrock, Kane and Paul Bearer confront The Undertaker, and more.
#10 - RAW is WAR 203
Season 5 - Episode 13 - Aired 3/31/1997
As Bret Hart faces Rocky Maivia for the Intercontinental Championship in the main event, the rest of the Hart Family joins the foundation of his crusade against the United States. Paul Bearer pleads for forgiveness from The Undertaker. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin returns to Monday Night Raw with some unfinished business. All this and more action.
#11 - RAW is WAR 229
Season 5 - Episode 39 - Aired 10/13/1997
One of the most controversial groups in WWE history is born as Shawn Michaels and his allies form D-Genenration X to target The Hart Foundation. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's future is decided as he signs the contract for his return to action. The Legion of Doom battles The Godwinns for the Tag Team Championship and more.
#12 - RAW is WAR 223
Season 5 - Episode 33 - Aired 8/18/1997
One of the most infamous factions in WWE history is formed as Shawn Michaels teams with Hunter Hearst Helmsley against The Undertaker & Mankind. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin gives an update on his condition and in-ring future. Plus, Rocky Maivia shares some insight into his recent business decision, Rick Rude explains his presence in WWE, and more.
#13 - RAW is WAR 217
Season 5 - Episode 27 - Aired 7/7/1997
The Hart Foundation receives another warm reception in Canada. After weeks of trying to be "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's partner, Mankind is treated to a stunning lesson courtesy of the Rattlesnake. Plus, Bret Hart takes on Goldust, the Tag Team Tournament comes to an end as D-Lo Brown & Faarooq take on the British Bulldog & Owen Hart, and more.
#14 - RAW is WAR 209
Season 5 - Episode 19 - Aired 5/12/1997
Bret Hart call outs Shawn Michaels. Weeks after being burned by The Undertaker, Paul Bearer returns with Mankind to deliver a grave warning to the Deadman. Plus, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin comes to the aid of an unlikely superstar, Rob Van Dam is deemed "Mr. Monday Night", and much more.
#15 - RAW is WAR 201
Season 5 - Episode 11 - Aired 3/17/1997
Bret Hart competes in a steel cage match with Sycho Sid for the WWE Championship. Plus, Hunter Hearst Helmsley battles Flash Funk, Vader takes on the British Bulldog, and Shawn Michaels returns with his smile. All this and more.
#16 - RAW 199
Season 5 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/3/1997
The British Bulldog faces his tag team partner Owen Hart in the final round of the tournament to crown the first ever European Champion. Bret Hart takes on Hunter Hearst Helmsley. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin shares his thoughts on his "I Quit" match against the "Hit Man" at WrestleMania 13. Sycho Sid defends the WWE Championship against Mankind.
#17 - RAW is WAR 230
Season 5 - Episode 40 - Aired 10/20/1997
DX looks to cause dissension in The Hart Foundation. The Undertaker insists that he will never fight his brother Kane. Following a lackluster run in WCW, Jeff Jarrett returns and speaks his mind. Plus, Shawn Michaels faces Owen Hart, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin raises hell, and more.
#18 - RAW is WAR 232
Season 5 - Episode 42 - Aired 11/3/1997
Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with Ken Shamrock in the main event. Ahmed Johnson finds himself in the middle of Kane's path of destruction when he looks for payback on "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Plus, Goldust ends his relationship with Marlena, Vader battles the British Bulldog in a Dog Collar Match, and much more.
#19 - RAW is WAR 234
Season 5 - Episode 44 - Aired 11/17/1997
Mr. McMahon sits down with Jim Ross to share his side of what happened with Bret Hart at Survivor Series. Hunter Hearst Helmsley shows Commissioner Slaughter how much DX respects his authority. The Rock looks to take the Intercontinental Championship from "Stone Cold" Steve Austin by any means necessary. Plus, Kane, Dude Love, and more.
#20 - RAW is WAR 227
Season 5 - Episode 37 - Aired 9/29/1997
Shawn Michaels and his pals disrupt order in WWE, but Commissioner Slaughter gets the last laugh as he forces Hunter Hearst Helmsley to battle the Undertaker. As Mr. McMahon considers disciplining "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, the Rattlesnake offers the owner of WWE a choice. Plus, Vader, The Headbangers, and many more in action.
#21 - RAW is WAR 219
Season 5 - Episode 29 - Aired 7/21/1997
In The Hart Foundation's homeland of Canada, the Canadian heroes face The Undertaker, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, and Dude Love in a Flag Match. Tensions between Shawn Michaels makes a controversial announcement regarding his role in the WWE Championship Match at SummerSlam. Plus, Ken Shamrock takes on Vader, Faarooq battles Goldust, and much more.
#22 - RAW is WAR 216
Season 5 - Episode 26 - Aired 6/30/1997
Paul Bearer reveals a dark secret about the Unertaker's childhood. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin battles The Hart Foundation's Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart. The war between the Nation of Domination and the Disciples of Apocalypse escalates when Savio Vega returns with some friends of his own. Plus, Mankind faces Brian Pillman, Ken Shamrock, and more.
#23 - RAW is WAR 211
Season 5 - Episode 21 - Aired 5/26/1997
After weeks of threats, Paul Bearer looks to bring The Undertaker to his knees when he prepares to reveal a secret from the Deadman's past. Despite their recent issues, Shawn Michaels & "Stone Cold" Steve Austin must find a way to coexist as they challenge Owen Hart & the British Bulldog for the Tag Team Championship. All this and more.
#24 - RAW is WAR 210
Season 5 - Episode 20 - Aired 5/19/1997
Hart Foundation members Owen Hart & the British Bulldog offer "Stone Cold" Steve Austin & Shawn Michaels a chance at the Tag Team Championship next week. WWE Champion The Undertaker warns Paul Bearer that some secrets must stay buried. Plus, Bret Hart makes a shocking announcement, Jim Ross conducts a special interview with Mankind, and much more.
#25 - RAW is WAR 206
Season 5 - Episode 16 - Aired 4/21/1997
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin battles Bret Hart in a Street Fight, but The Hart Foundation has a surprise for the Rattlesnake. The Undertaker faces Hunter Hearst Helmsley in the main event. Plus, Ahmed Johnson battles The Sultan, Ken Shamrock makes an unusual challenge, and more.