The WORST seasons of WWE Raw

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

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: 1/4/2025Network: NetflixStatus: Continuing
star
6.00
13 votes

#1 - Season 30

First Aired 1/4/2022

2022 season of WWE Raw

Season 29
star
6.10
10 votes

#2 - Season 29

First Aired 1/5/2021

2021 season of WWE Raw

star
7.00
4 votes

#3 - Season 32

First Aired 1/2/2024

2024 season of WWE Raw

star
7.00
9 votes

#4 - Season 31

First Aired 1/3/2023

2023 season of WWE Raw

Season 27
star
7.13
8 votes

#5 - Season 27

First Aired 1/8/2019

The longest-running weekly episodic television series in history continues to make history. This season, the McMahon Family retakes control of Raw and enforces its will on Superstars like Becky Lynch and more.

Season 26
star
7.25
4 votes

#6 - Season 26

First Aired 1/2/2018

As Raw celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2018, the red brand gets dangerous with the arrival of "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey. Plus, DX reunites, Roman Reigns makes a heartbreaking announcement, and much more.

Season 28
star
7.50
10 votes

#7 - Season 28

First Aired 1/7/2020

2020 season of WWE Raw

Season 25
star
7.50
4 votes

#8 - Season 25

First Aired 1/3/2017

In 2017 on Raw, witness the rise of Braun Strowman as The Monster Among Men battles top Superstars like Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns, and Kevin Owens. Plus, Goldberg says goodbye, The Hardy Boyz return, and more.

Season 22
star
7.50
6 votes

#9 - Season 22

First Aired 1/7/2014

As the Yes! Movement builds momentum and occupies Raw, the Beast sets his eyes on a legendary streak. Plus, The Rock and NWO both return, the Shield and the Bellas each breakup, and more action on Raw in 2014.

Season 18
star
7.60
5 votes

#10 - Season 18

First Aired 1/5/2010

After 12 years, Bret "Hit Man" Hart returns to Raw in 2010 to put his issues with Mr. McMahon and Shawn Michaels to rest, compete in the ring, and serve as Raw General Manager. Plus, the Nexus rises and more.

Season 11
star
7.60
5 votes

#11 - Season 11

First Aired 1/7/2003

Raw gets stunning new leadership in 2003 as "Stone Cold" Steve Austin is hired to work along Eric Bischoff as Co-General Manager. Triple H forms Evolution and takes the fight to Goldberg. Plus, much more.

Season 10
star
7.83
6 votes

#12 - Season 10

First Aired 1/8/2002

A new era begins in 2002 as the Brand Extension Draft divides WWE Superstars between Raw and SmackDown. Mr. McMahon shocks the WWE Universe by hiring his former arch nemesis from WCW as Raw's General Manager.

Season 12
star
7.86
7 votes

#13 - Season 12

First Aired 1/6/2004

Evolution takes its next step in 2004 as Triple H, Ric Flair, Randy Orton, and Batista run roughshod over Raw. Lita rides an emotional roller coaster, a Rock 'n' Sock reunion electrifies, and more.

Season 24
star
8.00
4 votes

#14 - Season 24

First Aired 1/5/2016

History is made on Raw in 2016 as Shane McMahon and Goldberg both make shocking returns to WWE, a new Women's Championship is introduced, and the WWE Draft again splits Superstars between Raw and SmackDown LIVE.

Season 23
star
8.00
3 votes

#15 - Season 23

First Aired 1/6/2015

2015 is the year of Roman Reigns on Raw. The Big Dog faces the brand's top Superstars and battles for the WWE Championship. Plus, the legendary Sting competes on Raw for the first time. Plus, much more action.

Season 19
star
8.00
5 votes

#16 - Season 19

First Aired 1/3/2011

The Rock returns. CM Punk throws a pipe bomb. A tournament to crown a new WWE Champion. Dolph Ziggler meets Hugh Jackman's fist. All this and more make 2011 an unforgettable year on Raw.

Season 9
star
8.00
7 votes

#17 - Season 9

First Aired 1/2/2001

WWE stands tall as the victor of the Monday Night War in 2001, but an invading alliance between WCW and ECW threatens the very existence of WWE. Plus, WWE gets a new stylin' and profilin' co-owner and more.

Season 4
star
8.00
4 votes

#18 - Season 4

First Aired 1/2/1996

The game changes on Monday Night Raw in 1996 as legends like Triple H, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Mankind, and The Rock rise to prominence in WWE just as the Monday Night War with WCW kicks into high gear.

Season 2
star
8.00
6 votes

#19 - Season 2

First Aired 1/4/1994

Throughout 1994, Monday Night Raw hosts a family feud as members of the Hart family choose sides in the heated brother-against-brother war between Bret "Hit Man" Hart and the youngest member of the family, Owen.

Season 15
star
8.17
6 votes

#20 - Season 15

First Aired 1/2/2007

The beginning of the legendary rivalry between John Cena and Randy Orton highlights Raw in 2007. Plus, don't miss other unforgettable matches and moments like Umaga vs. Bobby Lashley and Mr. McMahon's son.

Season 1
star
8.17
6 votes

#21 - Season 1

First Aired 1/12/1993

This is the year that started a sports-entertainment phenomenon. Don't miss Monday Night Raw's inaugural season, featuring classic rivalries like Razor Ramon vs. 1-2-3 Kid, Bret Hart vs. Jerry Lawler, and more.

Season 16
star
8.20
5 votes

#22 - Season 16

First Aired 1/8/2008

Raw's 2008 marks the end the most legendary career in sports-entertainment history as Ric Flair says goodbye to the WWE Universe. Plus, Mr. McMahon gives away millions, Randy Orton crafts his legacy, and more.

Season 14
star
8.20
5 votes

#23 - Season 14

First Aired 1/3/2006

Raw gets extreme in 2006 as the reborn ECW invades the red brand. D-Generation X reunites to make Mr. McMahon's life miserable. John Cena and Edge begin their epic rivalry. Plus, The Miz hosts the Diva Search.

Season 20
star
8.25
4 votes

#24 - Season 20

First Aired 1/3/2012

Chaos ensues all over Raw as WWE's flagship surpasses 1000 episodes in 2012. Plus, don't miss the years best rivalries, including John Cena vs. The Rock, Daniel Bryan vs. CM Punk vs. Kane, and more.

Season 5
star
8.29
7 votes

#25 - Season 5

First Aired 1/7/1997

A new era is dawning on Monday Night Raw in 1997 as a pair of degenerates run roughshod over WWE, Canada's hero gets screwed by the boss...or himself, and The Deadman's brother appears from beyond the grave.

Season 21
star
8.33
3 votes

#26 - Season 21

First Aired 1/8/2013

Triple H and Stephanie McMahon show Raw who's boss by forming the Authority in 2013. Along with Kane and others, the Authority oppresses many WWE Superstars, but Daniel Bryan fights back with the Yes! Movement.

Season 17
star
8.40
5 votes

#27 - Season 17

First Aired 1/6/2009

Expect the unexpected on Raw in 2009 as Special Guests Hosts take the reins as the power on the red brand. Don't miss such memorable Guest Hosts as Seth Green, Bob Barker, Shaquille O'Neal, and more.

Season 3
star
8.40
5 votes

#28 - Season 3

First Aired 1/3/1995

The stars of sports and entertainment shine bright on Monday Night Raw in 1995. William Shatner has a heated rivalry with Jerry Lawler while football great Lawrence Taylor set his sights on Bam Bam Bigelow.

Season 13
star
8.57
7 votes

#29 - Season 13

First Aired 1/4/2005

Things heat up in 2005 as John Cena declares "The champ is here!" on Raw, Evolution is fractured, wedding bells ring for Lita and Edge, and more. Plus, Raw is home to Tribute to the Troops for the first time.

Season 7
star
8.78
9 votes

#30 - Season 7

First Aired 1/5/1999

Authority is threatened at every turn on Raw in 1999 as "Stone Cold" Steve Austin continues to torment Mr. McMahon while The Chairman's daughter Stephanie unites with her husband Triple H to take control of WWE.

Season 8
star
8.86
7 votes

#31 - Season 8

First Aired 1/4/2000

The McMahon family is fractured as a new millennium dawns on Raw in the year 2000. Superstars from down south join WWE, Mick Foley says goodbye to the ring and hello to a new role as WWE Commissioner, and more.

Season 6
star
9.00
9 votes

#32 - Season 6

First Aired 1/6/1998

The Attitude Era kicks into high gear on Raw in 1998 as "Stone Cold" Steve Austin makes Mr. McMahon's life a living hell while Triple H leads D-Generation X to war not only against the entire WWE, but also WCW.