The BEST episodes of WWE SmackDown season 5
Every episode of WWE SmackDown season 5, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of WWE SmackDown season 5!
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 190
Season 5 - Episode 15 - Aired 4/10/2003
WWE Champion Brock Lesnar returns faces Cruiserweight Champion Matt Hardy. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper hosts a new edition of Piper's Pit with Mr. McMahon as his guest. Plus, the tournament to determine the No. 1 Contender for the WWE Championship at Backlash reaches the semi-finals. All this and more.
#2 - SmackDown 184
Season 5 - Episode 9 - Aired 2/27/2003
Brock Lesnar takes on Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Hass in a Handicap Match main event. With his team in action, Kurt Angle gives Brian Kendrick the opportunity of a lifetime. Plus, Mr. McMahon addresses his involvement in Hollywood Hulk Hogan's loss at No Way Out, The Undertaker receives help from a newcomer, and more.
#3 - SmackDown 176
Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/2/2003
As SmackDown kicks off the new year with the wedding ceremony of Dawn Marie and Torrie Wilson, Brock Lesnar returns to action as he faces Matt Hardy in the main event. However, with the Royal Rumble approaching, Paul Heyman and Big Show have a special challenge for the Beast. John Cena makes a bold statement at the expense of Eddie Guerrero.
#4 - SmackDown 212
Season 5 - Episode 37 - Aired 9/11/2003
Mr. McMahon puts SmackDown GM Stephanie McMahon between a Brock and a hard place. John Cena and Eddie Guerrero take their rivalry to the street in a Latino Heat Parking Lot Brawl. Plus, several of SmackDown's top Superstars are in action including the APA, Matt Hardy, Rey Mysterio, and many more.
#5 - SmackDown 213
Season 5 - Episode 38 - Aired 9/18/2003
Two amateur wrestling greats face off in a 60 Minute Iron Man Match when Kurt Angle takes on Brock Lesnar! The Undertaker has a special message for Vince McMahon. Tajiri and Rhyno compete in tag team action. Los Guerreros challenge Charlie Haas and Shelton Benjamin for the WWE Tag Team Championship.
#6 - SmackDown 217
Season 5 - Episode 42 - Aired 10/16/2003
Kurt Angle shows John Cena exactly what he thinks of him. With their Chain Match for the WWE Championship just a few days away, Brock Lesnar and The Undertaker look to kick things off early. When United States Champion Eddie Guerrero faces off against Rhyno, Big Show gets some payback. Plus, Stephanie McMahon receives a message of fatherly love.
#7 - SmackDown 225
Season 5 - Episode 50 - Aired 12/11/2003
Rey Mysterio goes one-on-one with WWE Champion Brock Lesnar for a potential chance at the Beast's WWE Championship. Shannon Moore is put to the test once again as he faces off against A-Train. Plus, The World's Greatest Tag Team takes on Los Guerreros, Big Show calls out Johnn Cena, and much more.
#8 - SmackDown 199
Season 5 - Episode 24 - Aired 6/12/2003
This episode of SmackDown features an arm-wrestling contest between Mr. America and Mr. McMahon. Brock Lesnar defends the WWE Championship against The Big Show. Matt Hardy battles Rey Mysterio. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper hosts Piper's Pit with special guests Eddie Guerrero and Tajiri. Billy Gunn faces A-Train. The Undertaker, John Cena, and much more.
#9 - SmackDown 224
Season 5 - Episode 49 - Aired 12/4/2003
The two winners of last week's Battle Royal face off in a No. 1 Contender's Match for a chance to challenge Brock Lesnar for his WWE Championship. Problems within the Guerrero family continue to escalate when Chavo goes one-on-one with Shelton Benjamin. Plus, Paul Heyman gives Shannon Moore a big opportunity to prove himself and much more.
#10 - SmackDown 194
Season 5 - Episode 19 - Aired 5/8/2003
Despite the indefinite suspension of Hollywood Hulk Hogan from WWE, the hiring of the conspicuous Mr. America and his new lucrative contract has Mr. McMahon demanding answers. Plus, John Cena goes one-on-one with Rhyno, Sable issues a sultry challenge to Torrie Wilson, and much more.
#11 - SmackDown 193
Season 5 - Episode 18 - Aired 5/1/2003
Brock Lesnar calls out Big Show. Following weeks of anticipation, Mr. America makes his debut on a brand new Piper's Pit, however many questions arise over the identity of this patriotic superstar. Plus, John Cena receives a freestyle challenge, WWE Tag Team Champions Los Guerreros face against Shannon Moore & Matt Hardy, and much more.
#12 - SmackDown 200
Season 5 - Episode 25 - Aired 6/19/2003
Big Show and WWE Champion Brock Lesnar battle for the Beast's title. Mr. McMahon's constant humiliation of Zach Gowen finally pushes Stephanie McMahon to the limit. When the Full Blooded Italians play the numbers game on The Undertaker, some friends return to business to assist the Deadman. Plus, Kurt Angle is called out by his former teammates.
#13 - SmackDown 197
Season 5 - Episode 22 - Aired 5/29/2003
The Undertaker & WWE Champion Brock Lesnar battle against Chuck Palumbo & Johnny "The Bull" Stamboli. After having Zach Gowen arrested to strike at the heart of Mr. America, Mr. McMahon looks to discover the truth about his patriotic nemesis by putting to the ultimate test. However, it is The Chairman of WWE who ends up having his leg pulled.
#14 - SmackDown 202
Season 5 - Episode 27 - Aired 7/3/2003
While forcing Zach Gowen to earn his WWE contract by teaming with Stephanie McMahon to face against Big Shown in a Handicap Match, Mr. McMahon looks seal the fate of Mr. America with a revealing announcement. Eddie Guerrero & Tajiri defend the WWE Tag Team Championship against the World's Greatest Tag Team. Plus, WWE Champion Brock Lesnar and more.
#15 - SmackDown 203
Season 5 - Episode 28 - Aired 7/10/2003
WWE Champion Brock Lesnar is forced to take on Big Show & The World's Greatest Tag Team in a special 3-on-1 Falls Count Anywhere Match. As Zach Gowen finally realizes his dream of becoming a WWE Superstar, Mr. McMahon exerts his authority on his newest employee. Plus, the United States Championship Tournament continues and much more.
#16 - SmackDown 204
Season 5 - Episode 29 - Aired 7/17/2003
Kurt Angle is forced to take on Big Show and The World's Greatest Tag Team in a 3-on-1 Falls Count Anywhere Match. But while Mr. McMahon readies for his upcoming confrontation with Zach Gowen, the Chairman receives a beastly challenge. Plus, Stephanie McMahon finally gets her hands on Sable, John Cena makes a grave mistake, and much more.
#17 - SmackDown 205
Season 5 - Episode 30 - Aired 7/24/2003
Kurt Angle, Zach Gowen & WWE Champion Brock Lesnar battle Big Show & the World's Greatest Tag Team. With CEO Linda McMahon recuperating from her injuries sustained during her recent Raw experience, Sable crosses the line with Stephanie McMahon. Plus, Eddie Guerrero goes one-on-one with Rhyno and much more.
#18 - SmackDown 209
Season 5 - Episode 34 - Aired 8/21/2003
WWE Champion Kurt Angle calls out Mr. McMahon and Brock Lesnar. However, the Chairman of WWE counters the Olympic Gold Medalist's challenge by having him compete in a Falls Count Anywhere Street Fight against Big Show. Plus, John Cena & A-Train battle The Undertaker & Orlando Jordan, Zach Gowen is put in a dangerous situation, and more.
#19 - SmackDown 210
Season 5 - Episode 35 - Aired 8/28/2003
Brock Lesnar demands a rematch against WWE Champion Kurt Angle. However, SmackDown General Manager Stephanie McMahon has other plans that sees the Beast battle The Undertaker and Big Show in a Triple Threat main event to determine a new No. 1 Contender. Plus, Rey Mysterio defends his Cruiserweight Championship and much more.
#20 - SmackDown 211
Season 5 - Episode 36 - Aired 9/4/2003
When The Undertaker challenges Kurt Angle for his WWE Championship, Brock Lesnar decides make his presence felt by taking a ringside seat for the match. United States Champion Eddie Guerrero demands to take his rivalry with John Cena to the streets after Cena decides to go for a little ride. Plus, The World's Greatest Tag Team, Tajiri, and more.
#21 - SmackDown 214
Season 5 - Episode 39 - Aired 9/25/2003
As Mr. McMahon looks to present Brock Lesnar with his newly-won WWE Championship, Kurt Angle sets his sights on a fight with the Beast. Before he defends his United States Championship against Charlie Hass in the main event, Eddie Guerrero must first put tag team gold on the line as he and Chavo defend their titles. Plus, Rey Mysterio and more.
#22 - SmackDown 215
Season 5 - Episode 40 - Aired 10/2/2003
Kurt Angle & The Undertaker take on John Cena & WWE Champion Brock Lesnar. When Big Show shows United States Champion Eddie Guerrero disrespect, Latino Heat decides to teach him a lesson. With their "I Quit" match at No Mercy coming up, Mr. McMahon makes a special stipulation for Stephanie. Plus, the Basham Brothers, Matt Hardy, and more in action.
#23 - SmackDown 216
Season 5 - Episode 41 - Aired 10/9/2003
The rivalry between United States Champion Eddie Guerrero and Big Show gets messy when Latino Heat takes up a new job. Kurt Angle challenges John Cena to a unique form of competition. As Stephanie and Mr. McMahon prepare for their "I Quit" match, another member of the McMahon family raises the stakes. Plus, The Undertaker in action and more.
#24 - SmackDown 218
Season 5 - Episode 43 - Aired 10/23/2003
With Stephanie McMahon being forced to resign as SmackDown General Manager due to her loss at No Mercy, Paul Heyman makes his shocking return to assume her responsibilities. Heyman shakes things up by having The Undertaker face both WWE Champion Brock Lesnar and United States Champion Big Show in the main event.
#25 - SmackDown 220
Season 5 - Episode 45 - Aired 11/6/2003
WWE Champion Brock Lesnar and his Survivor Series teammates look to recruit a new addition before taking on two members of Team Angle in a 4-on-2 Handicap Match. Plus, Eddie Guerrero battles the Basham Brothers in a Handicap match, Bradshaw faces off against United States Champion Big Show, and more.