The BEST episodes of WWE SmackDown season 4
Every episode of WWE SmackDown season 4, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of WWE SmackDown season 4!
For more than 20 years and with more than 1,000 episodes, SmackDown has showcased WWE's top Superstars and created countless memorable moments.
#1 - SmackDown 153
Season 4 - Episode 30 - Aired 7/25/2002
While SmackDown General Manager Stephanie McMahon tries to prevent her superstars from defecting to Raw, the rivalry between Edge and Chris Jericho leads to a Steel Cage Match main event. After sending a message to the SmackDown locker room by attacking Mark Henry, Brock Lesnar sends a message to WWE Undisputed Champion The Rock.
#2 - SmackDown 137
Season 4 - Episode 14 - Aired 4/4/2002
In response to the overwhelming show of support from the WWE Universe, Mr. McMahon grants a true icon a chance at Triple H's WWE Undisputed Championship at Backlash. Chris Jericho's harsh words towards The Rock results in a one-on-one encounter with The Great One. Plus, Kurt Angle takes on Edge and much more.
#3 - SmackDown 160
Season 4 - Episode 37 - Aired 9/12/2002
Billy and Chuck look to seal their union with a special commitment ceremony. But when things go too far, this a groundbreaking moment for SmackDown gets more than a little raw. When The Undertaker looks to make Matt Hardy pay for his disrespect in the main event, Paul Heyman and WWE Champion Brock Lesnar spring a trap for Big Evil.
#4 - SmackDown 167
Season 4 - Episode 44 - Aired 10/31/2002
Before WWE Champion Brock Lesnar goes one-on-one with Rey Mysterio in the main event, the Beast receives a word of warning from his newest challenger the Big Show. As the SmackDown Superstars enjoy a Halloween party, John Cena begins an evolution of character with a memorable costume while Stephanie McMahon gets more than she bargained for.
#5 - SmackDown 175
Season 4 - Episode 52 - Aired 12/26/2002
After suffering an injury thanks to a vicious attack at the hands of Brock Lesnar, WWE Champion Kurt Angle is introduced to a team to represent him while he is out-of-action. With Angle unable to defend his title against Big Show, Stephanie McMahon makes Show to earn his spot as the No. 1 Contender in the main event and much more.
#6 - SmackDown 162
Season 4 - Episode 39 - Aired 9/26/2002
The rivalry between The Undertaker and WWE Champion Brock Lesnar is far from over as the Next Big Thing proves that actions speak louder than words. When Billy and Chuck find themselves in a tag team match against Tajiri and Cruiserweight Champion Jaime Noble. Plus, Kurt Angle, The Undertaker, and more in action.
#7 - SmackDown 155
Season 4 - Episode 32 - Aired 8/8/2002
It's a match of epic proportions as 'The Next Big Thing' Brock Lesnar goes one-on-one with The Immortal Hulk Hogan! Kurt Angle battles John Cena. Mark Henry faces Reverend D-Von. Batista collides with Rikishi. A big Six-Man Tag Team Match featuring Edge, Rey Mysterio, and Eddie Guerrero. Plus, Stephanie McMahon, Paul Heyman and much more!
#8 - SmackDown 140
Season 4 - Episode 17 - Aired 4/25/2002
Chris Jericho and Triple H battle for a chance at Hulk Hogan's WWE Undisputed Heavyweight Championship. Randy Orton makes his WWE debut against Hardcore Holly. Edge helps Kurt Angles reveal his new t-shirt before Angle teams with Albert to take on Edge & Rikishi. Mr. McMahon's spiritual advisor, Reverend D-Von, passes the collection plate and more.
#9 - SmackDown 133
Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/7/2002
The Rock returns to action to go one-on-one with the NWO's Scott Hall in the main event. When WWE Co-Owner Ric Flair finally accepts his challenge to a match at WrestleMania, The Undertaker rethinks his position. WWE Undisputed Champion Chris Jericho continues to take advantage of Triple H's marital issues. Plus, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and more.
#10 - SmackDown 131
Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/21/2002
After taking out The Rock in a vehicular assault on Raw, the New World Order is forced to apologize for their actions. However, the boys in black soon discover that Hell hath no fury like a Rattlesnake scorned when "Stone Cold" Steve Austin goes on a hunt for payback. Plus, Triple H, Kurt Angle, The Undertaker, and many more.
#11 - SmackDown 129
Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/7/2002
Chris Jericho add fuel to his rivalry with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin by bringing Will Sasso to SmackDown for an unflattering impersonation of his opponent. While his problems with The Texas Rattlesnake escalate, Y2J must turn his attention to main event action when he teams with Kurt Angle to take on Triple H in a Handicap Match.
#12 - SmackDown 127
Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/24/2002
Mr. McMahon's frustration over sharing ownership of WWE with Ric Flair leads him to take drastic measures. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Booker T, Kurt Angle, and The Rock compete for an opportunity at the WWE Undisputed Championship. Plus, Rob Van Dam faces William Regal, The Dudley Boyz take on Kane & Big Show in a Tag Team Tables Matches, and more.
#13 - SmackDown 159
Season 4 - Episode 36 - Aired 9/5/2002
As WWE Champion Brock Lesnar prepares for a face-to-face interview with The Undertaker, Lesnar must first battle one of WWE's brightest up-and-coming Superstars, Randy Orton. Batista takes on his former partner Reverend D-Von. Plus, a Six-Man Tag Team main event, Rey Mysterio goes one-on-one with Billy, and much more action.
#14 - SmackDown 165
Season 4 - Episode 42 - Aired 10/17/2002
The Undertaker goes for blood a little early as he uses his weakness to his advantage in targeting WWE Champion Brock Lesnar. Plus, WWE Tag Team Championship Tournament reaches the semi-finals, Torrie Wilson teams with Rikishi to take on Dawn Marie & Matt Hardy, and more.
#15 - SmackDown 169
Season 4 - Episode 46 - Aired 11/14/2002
WWE Champion Brock Lesnar seeks payback on Big Show. While WWE Tag Team Champions Edge & Rey Mysterio take on each of Los Guerreros in singles action, Kurt Angle goes one-on-one with his own partner. Dawn Marie continues to cause issues between Al and Torrie Wilson. Plus, Billy Kidman, John Cena, and more.
#16 - SmackDown 168
Season 4 - Episode 45 - Aired 11/7/2002
Following his assault at the hands of Big Show, WWE Champion Brock Lesnar turns his rage to Eddie Guerrero as they battles in the main event. Wedding bells may be in the air after Dawn Marie brings Al Wilson to his knees. Plus, a 2-out-of-3 Falls match for the WWE Tag Team Championship, Rikishi goes one-on-one with John Cena, and much more.
#17 - SmackDown 166
Season 4 - Episode 43 - Aired 10/24/2002
The Undertaker calls out WWE Champion Brock Lesnar to give the Beast what he truly deserves. However, the Deadman gets a giant surprise when a new SmackDown Superstar takes exception. As the new WWE Tag Team Champions face off in the main event, Edge and Rey Mysterio take on Los Guerreros in match to determine the No. 1 Contenders for the titles.
#18 - SmackDown 163
Season 4 - Episode 40 - Aired 10/3/2002
When The Undertaker looks to finish off Matt Hardy in a Falls Count Anywhere match, WWE Champion Brock Lesnar sets out to break more than the Dead Man's spirit. After a Bikini Contest doesn't go her way, Dawn Marie sparks a controversial rivalry by targeting Torrie Wilson's family. Plus, Kurt Angle goes one-on-one with Edge and more.
#19 - SmackDown 158
Season 4 - Episode 35 - Aired 8/29/2002
After making WWE Undisputed Champion Brock Lesnar exclusive SmackDown, General Manager Stephanie McMahon kicks off a tournament to determine the No. 1 Contender for Lesnar's title. Plus, John Cena takes on Reverend D-Von, Matt Hardy gets an opportunity to prove he can stand toe-to-toe with a champion, and more.
#20 - SmackDown 157
Season 4 - Episode 34 - Aired 8/22/2002
Paul Heyman promises Brock Lesnar and WWE Undisputed Champion The Rock will collide before the night ends. However, with Eddie Guerrero and his pals getting involved, The Great One teams with Edge in a tag team main event. The rivalry between Rey Mysterio and Kurt Angle escalates when the Olympic Gold Medalist battles Billy Kidman.
#21 - SmackDown 156
Season 4 - Episode 33 - Aired 8/15/2002
With the destruction of Hulkamania on his hands, Brock Lesnar receives a challenge from Rikishi. Stephanie McMahon sends a message to Rob Van Dam by making an example out of WWE Undisputed Champion The Rock in the main event. Rey Mysterio & Edge take on Eddie & Chavo Guerrero. Plus, Matt Hardy returns, Torrie Wilson in action, and more.
#22 - SmackDown 149
Season 4 - Episode 26 - Aired 6/27/2002
Hollywood Hulk Hogan battles Chris Jericho in the main event. John Cena takes on Kurt Angle. Batista teams with Reverend D-Von to take on Faarooq and Randy Orton. Plus, The Undertaker, Mark Henry and much more.
#23 - SmackDown 145
Season 4 - Episode 22 - Aired 5/30/2002
Kurt Angle and Edge take their rivalry into the confines of a Steel Cage in an incredible main event. Randy Orton gets a chance to solidify his young career when he challenges The Undertaker for the WWE Undisputed Championship. Plus, Mr. McMahon continues to cause suffering for Hollywood Hulk Hogan, Triple H goes one-on-one with Test, and more.
#24 - SmackDown 142
Season 4 - Episode 19 - Aired 5/9/2002
Chris Jericho & Kurt Angle take on Edge & WWE Undisputed Champion Hollywood Hulk Hogan. After his mouth gets him in hot water with Mr. McMahon, Triple H finds himself going one-on-one with Reverend D-Von. Plus, Lance Storm faces Randy Orton, Tajiri defends his Cruiserweight Championship against The Hurricane, and more.
#25 - SmackDown 138
Season 4 - Episode 15 - Aired 4/11/2002
Edge takes his rivalry with Kurt Angle to another level by adding a new verse to his entrance music. While the Olympic Gold Medalist looks to take his frustrations out on Triple H in the main event, Hulk Hogan prepares for his upcoming match for The Game's WWE Undisputed Championship. Plus, Edge goes one-on-one with Chris Jericho and more.