The action and drama of ECW's Wrestlepalooza '97 are featuring on this exciting edition of Hardcore TV. Witness the final battle between Tommy Dreamer and Raven as they faceoff in a Loser Leaves Town match. Plus, Taz and Sabu battle in a Grudge Match, Shane Douglas defends his TV Title, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Jun. 10, 1997

John Watson

Vito LoGrasso

Peter Polaco

Jenna Jameson

Steve Corino

Michael Bucci

Mark LoMonaco

Christopher   Hamrick

Devon Hughes

Jerry Lawler

Scott Hall

Brian Heffron

Tammy Lynn Sytch

Kurt Angle

Kelly Wolfe

Scott Bigelow

Brian Pillman

Virgil Runnels

ECW Hardcore TV - Jun. 17, 1997

ECW Hardcore TV - Jun. 03, 1997

Mikey Whipwreck challenges Raven for the ECW Championship in the main event. The ECW Fan Cam reveals Louie Spicolli getting his revenge when Rob Van Dam takes on Chris Candido. Plus, highlights from The Eliminators defeating The Gangstas for the Tag Team Championship, a special announcement on Terry Funk's return to action, and more.

ECW Hardcore TV - Jan. 02, 1997

The rivalry between Raven and The Sandman reaches the boiling point when Raven demands the return of his ECW Championship. After facing off with Hollywood Nova, Brian Lee gains The Eliminators as enemies as he attacks their legendary mentor. Plus, Axl Rotten takes on Big Stevie Cool, an update on Taz, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Jan. 07, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, Raven stands toe-to-toe with The Sandman in an effort to reclaim his stolen ECW Championship. Plus, The Gangstas battle Ricky Morton and Tommy Rich, ECW cameras take a trip to Taz's Dojo for a special interview with the Human Suplex Machine, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Jan. 14, 1997

After Shane Douglas and his newly reformed Triple Threat show Tommy Dreamer that he has long way to fall before reaching the top, a masked man gives The Franchise a rude awakening. Plus, Terry Funk battles Brian Lee, The Eliminators take on D-Von Dudley and Axl Rotten, and much more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Jan. 21, 1997

While suspicions over the identity of his masked nemesis point in one direction, Shane Douglas looks for an awesome solution to a ravishing problem to protect Francine. Raven learns that the ECW Championship may not be worth losing his hair over as he defends the title against The Sandman. Plus, Taz, Brian Lee, Pitbull 2, and more.

ECW Hardcore TV - Jan. 28, 1997

Buh Buh Ray Dudley chooses brotherly love when The Sandman goes one-on-one with D-Von in the main event. "Dr. Death" Steve Williams battles Axl Rotten before challenging Raven for the ECW Championship. Plus, Paul E. Dangerously makes a major announcement, Ricky Morton battles Big Stevie Cool, and more.

ECW Hardcore TV - Feb. 04, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, take a look at some action-packed highlights from The Eliminators' Tag Team Title rematch against Rob Van Dam and Sabu. Plus, Lance Storm makes his debut against Balls Mahoney, Terry Funk takes on Tommy Rich, and much more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Feb. 11, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, The Sandman receives a rematch against D-Von Dudley as they faceoff in a Boston Street Fight. Plus, Taz goes one-on-one with Scott Taylor in the main event, the ECW Fan Cam reveals an incident that got the attention of Sabu, and much more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Feb. 18, 1997

Witness some incredible action from ECW's Cyberslam '97 including Rob Van Dam and Sabu battling The Eliminators for the Tag Team Champions in a Tables and Ladders match. Plus, Taz takes on Tracy Smothers, Raven and Brian Lee face Tommy Dreamer and Terry Funk, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Feb. 25, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness the conclusion Raven and Brian Lee's battle with Tommy Dreamer and Terry Funk from Cyberslam '97. Plus, Little Guido goes one-on-one with Chris Chetti, a look at Spike Dudley's matchup against Axl Rotten, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Mar. 04, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, The Pitbulls prove that their rivalry with Shane Douglas' Triple Threat is far from over when Chris Candido takes on Louie Spicolli in the main event. Plus, Big Stevie Cool issues a challenge to Raven for the ECW Championship, Taz takes on Spike Dudley, and much more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Mar. 11, 1997

The events of Hostile City Showdown '97 are recapped on this exciting edition of Hardcore TV. Witness some incredible action including Rob Van Dam going one-on-one with Taz, Shane Douglas defending the ECW Television Title against Pitbull 1 in an 'I Quit' match, and much more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Mar. 18, 1997

As the road to ECW's first ever Pay Per View Event, Barely Legal, continues, Taka Michinoku, Terry Boy, and Dick Togo battle The Great Sasuke, Gran Hamada, and Gran Naniwa in a Six-Man Tag Team match previewing the action to come. Plus, a look at some incredible matches featuring The Sandman, Terry Funk, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Mar. 25, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, ECW Champion Raven and ECW Television Champion Shane Douglas team up to take on Terry Funk and Tommy Dreamer in an action-packed Tag Team match. Plus, Sabu battles Louie Spicolli in the main event, a Three Way Tag Team match for the ECW Tag Team Titles, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Apr. 01, 1997

On the heels of ECW's first ever Pay Per Event, Barely Legal, this edition of Hardcore TV previews all the action and excitement to take place at this groundbreaking event. Plus, hear from Terry Funk, Tommy Dreamer, Taz, and many more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Apr. 08, 1997

Relive some of the most exciting moments from ECW's first ever Pay-Per-View event, Barely Legal. Witness highlights from the night's action including Bill Alfonso turning on Taz to align himself with Sabu & Rob Van Dam, the revelation of Shane Douglas' masked nemesis, and much more. Plus, a special message from Paul Heyman.

ECW Hardcore TV - Apr. 15, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, Balls Mahoney goes one-on-one with Corporal Punishment in an exciting main event. Plus, Chris Chetti and Spike Dudley battle the Full Blooded Italians, the ECW Fan Cam reveals Taz getting some payback on Sabu and Rob Van Dam, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Apr. 22, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, Tommy Dreamer decides to take matters in his own hands when Louie Spicolli goes one-on-one with Chris Chetti. Plus, Rob Van Dam battles Spike Dudley, the Blue World Order faces off against the Full Blooded Italians, and much more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Apr. 29, 1997

"Ravishing" Rick Rude joins Joey Styles as the Hardcore TV's new co-host. After being attacked by Tommy Dreamer last week, Louie Spicolli turns the tables on the Innovator of Violence in his match against Corporal Punishment. Plus, Bam Bam Bigelow gets a front row seat for Shane Douglas' Television Championship defense against Balls Mahoney.

ECW Hardcore TV - May. 06, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, Sabu and Rob Van Dam take on Taz and Chris Candido in an incredible Tag Team main event. Plus, Tommy Dreamer goes one-on-one with Louie Spicolli, Ravishing Rick Rude shares some insight to a recent dining experience, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - May. 13, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, Tommy Dreamer and Raven faceoff in a 'Dream Tag Team' match with both men getting a chance to select their partners. Plus, Rob Van Dam's recent business decision to become 'Mr. Monday Night' causes an uproar.

ECW Hardcore TV - May. 20, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, Balls Mahoney's open challenge for a fight is answered by The Sandman as they faceoff in the main event. Plus, Buh Buh Ray and D-Von Dudley battle their little brother Spike and Mikey Whipwreck, Stevie Richards shares some insight into why he became a professional wrestler, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - May. 27, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, Taz and The Eliminators team up to take on Sabu, Rob Van Dam, and D-Von Dudley in an action-packed Six-Man Tag Team main event. Plus, an update on Stevie Richards career threatening injury, a look at the storied rivalry between Raven and Tommy Dreamer, and more!

More action from ECW's Wrestlepalooza '97 is featured on this edition of Hardcore TV including Shane Douglas putting his Television Title on the line against Taz. Despite the injury of Saturn, The Eliminators prove what kind team they are as they defend their Tag Team Titles against Buh Buh Ray and D-Von Dudley, Sabu in action, and more!

Despite suffering an attack at the hands of Sabu & Rob Van Dam, Tommy Dreamer proves the measure of his resolve once again as he takes on Louie Spicolli in an "I Quit" match main event. Plus, the Triple Threat battles Ball Mahoney & The Pitbulls, Kronus is forced to defend the Tag Team Championship on his own against the Dudley Boyz, and more.

ECW Hardcore TV - Jun. 24, 1997

On this shocking edition of Hardcore TV, Jerry Lawler's anti-ECW campaign is taken to the express lane when Sabu and Rob Van Dam take on Tommy Dreamer and The Sandman in an unforgettable Tag Team main event. Plus, Bam Bam Bigelow battles Pitbull 2, Chris Candido goes one-on-one with Dr. Tom Prichard, and much more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Jul. 01, 1997

With Jerry Lawler and Jim Cornette's invasion of ECW sending Tommy Dreamer to the hospital, speculation of whether or not "The King" will show up to Hardcore Heaven '97 runs rampant. After he defends his Television Championship against Louie Spicolli, Taz sends a message to WWE. Plus, Mikey Whipwreck, Lance Storm, and more.

ECW Hardcore TV - Jul. 08, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, a war breaks out when Balls Mahoney and The Pitbulls look to take on the Triple Threat in a Six-Man Tag Team match. Plus, Taz dismantles another challenger for his TV Title, Tommy Dreamer vows to get revenge on Jerry Lawler, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Jul. 15, 1997

This edition of Hardcore TV brings all the action and excitement from Heat Wave '97 including Rick Rude, Tommy Dreamer, and The Sandman battling inside a Steel Cage against Jerry Lawler and his ECW turncoats. Plus, Terry Funk defends his ECW Championship against Shane Douglas, The Gangstas in action, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Jul. 22, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness the conclusion of the Steel Cage match from Heat Wave '97 that saw Rick Rude turn his back on Tommy Dreamer and The Sandman to side with Jerry Lawler and his ECW turncoats. Plus, Sabu battles Wild Bill Whiles in the main event, Shane Douglas explains his new alliance, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Jul. 29, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, Shane Douglas' arrogrance about his legacy in professional wrestling incites dissention within the ECW locker room. ECW cameras take a trip to Taz's dojo where the Human Suplex Machine demonstrates what's instore for Chris Candido. Plus. Rob Van Dam takes on Mikey Whipwreck, Spike Dudley in action, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Aug. 05, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, there is a new ECW Champion in Sabu as highlights from his Barbed Wire match with Terry Funk are featured. Plus, Spike Dudley shocks the world when he goes one-on-one with Bam Bam Bigelow, Taz sends another message to Chris Candido, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Aug. 12, 1997

Tommy Dreamer collides with Rob Van Dam; highlights of all the action from Hardcore '97.

ECW Hardcore TV - Aug 19, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, the war between ECW loyalists and the northern defectors is far from over as Rob Van Dam and Tommy Dreamer faceoff in a main event rematch. Plus, ECW Champion Shane Douglas takes on Al Snow, TV Champion Taz battles Pablo Marques, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Aug. 26, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, ECW World Television Champion Taz proves that his loyalties are extreme when Tommy Dreamer looks for payback on Sabu and Rob Van Dam. Plus, the Full Blooded Italians take on Chris Chetti and Spike Dudley in 3-on-2 Handicap match, Bobby Duncam Jr. in action, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Sep. 02, 1997

As Sabu and Rob Van Dam continue their crusade against ECW's loyal superstars, Tommy Dreamer and ECW TV Champion Taz prove that the battle is far from over. Plus, Shane Douglas defends his ECW Championship against Axl Rotten in one-on-one action, Kronus takes on Tracy Smothers, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Sep. 09, 1997

In a display of mutual respect, Taz defends his ECW World Television Title against Tommy Dreamer in the main event. However, Sabu and Rob Van Dam look to make their presence felt. Plus, Jerry Lynn makes his debut by taking on Chris Candido, a look at Big Dick Dudley vs. Kronus, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Sep. 16, 1997

This edition of Hardcore TV brings you action that is truly As Good As It Gets starting with ECW Tag Team Champions The Dudley Boys defending their titles against The Gangstanators. Plus, Balls Mahoney and Axi Rotten battle Tracy Smothers and Little Guido of the Full Blood Italians, Spike Dudley takes on Bam Bam Bigelow, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Sep. 23, 1997

More action from ECW's As Good As It Gets on this edition of Hardcore TV. Things get heated when The Sandman and Sabu faceoff in a one-on-one match. Plus, Shane Douglas defends his ECW Championship in a No Disqualification match against Philip Lafon, Taz looks to put a leash on The Pitbulls and Lance Wright, and much more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Sep. 30, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, Tommy Dreamer and Beulah McGillicutty take on Rob Van Dam and Bill Alfonso in a Mixed Tag Team main event from ECW's As Good As It Gets. Plus, Justin Credible makes his arrival in ECW against Jerry Lynn, Chris Candido battles Lance Storm, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Oct. 11, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, witness all the highlights from ECW's As Good As It Gets featuring Shane Douglas, The Gangstanators, Sabu, and many more. Plus, witness highlights from other classic events including Wrestlepalooza '97!

ECW Hardcore TV - Oct. 18, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, Bam Bam Bigelow goes for the gold as he challenges Shane Douglas for his ECW Championship. Plus, Mikey Whipwreck takes on Sabu, Justin Credible goes head-to-head with The Great Sasuke, and much more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Oct. 25, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, Taz defends his World Television Title against Rob Van Sam in the main event. Plus, Chris Candido and Lance Storm battle Doug Furnas and Phil Lafon, Tommy Dreamer returns from his recent injury, and much more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Nov. 01, 1997

While Shane Douglas struggles over his recent issues since losing the ECW Championship, The Franchise must turn his attention to Tommy Dreamer and Sabu as they faceoff in a Three-Way Dance main event. Plus, Rick Rude explains why he targeted Francine.

ECW Hardcore TV - Nov. 08, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, Tommy Dreamer and World Television Champion Taz take on the team of Sabu and Rob Van Dam in the main event. Plus, the Blue Meanie battles Jason in a Street Fight, Shane Douglas vows to reclaim his ECW Championship from Bam Bam Bigelow, and much more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Nov. 15, 1997

As November to Remember '97 rapidly approaches, this edition of Hardcore TV revisits some classic moments from past events. Plus, D-Von Dudley battles Tracy Smothers, John Kronus, and Axl Rotten in a Fatal Four-Way Elimination match, Shane Douglas sends a message to Bam Bam Bigelow, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Nov. 22, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, Bam Bam Bigelow defends his ECW Championship against Sabu in the main event. Plus, Buh Buh Ray Dudley challenges Taz for his World Television Title, Shane Douglas makes his intentions for November to Remember clear, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Nov. 29, 1997

On this edition of Hardcore TV, Joey Styles recaps what happened at November to Remember '97 featuring highlights from various matches including Taz defending his TV Title against Pitbull 2. Plus, Spike Dudley battles Mikey Whipwreck, Stevie Richards delivers a message to fans of ECW, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Dec. 06, 1997

When Axl Rotten and Balls Mahoney look to prevent Doug Furnas and Phil Lafon from taking the ECW Tag Team Titles to Monday Night RAW, Chris Candido and Lance Storm make their own stake for the gold. Plus, Mikey Whipwreck battles Justin Credible, The Sandman and Tommy Dreamer send a message to Rob Van Dam and Sabu, and more!

ECW Hardcore TV - Dec. 13, 1997

As ECW celebrates the holiday season, the rivalry between Mikey Whipwreck and Justin Credible takes a dangerous turn that leads to the hospital when they meet one-on-one. Plus, The Sandman takes on Sabu, Pitbull 2 battles Chris Chetti in the main event, and much more on this edition of Hardcore TV!

ECW Hardcore TV - Dec. 20, 1997

Taz lives up to his promises as he defends his ECW World Television Championship against Tommy Dreamer in an exciting main event. However, championship gold becomes secondary to survival when Rob Van Dam & Sabu make their presence felt. Plus, Axl Rotten & Balls Mahoney in tag team action, a look back at recent events, and more.

ECW Hardcore TV - Dec. 27, 1997

No rules. No regulations. The only commandment is to be extreme. Welcome to the show that started a revolution.

ECW Hardcore TV - Jun. 10, 1997

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