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The Best Episodes of Tales From the Territories

Every episode of Tales From the Territories ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Tales From the Territories!

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Wrestling legends reunite to relive stories from in and out of the ring.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Tales From the Territories Season 1 Episode 2 - Andy Kaufman vs. The King of Memphis
    8.7/10(105 votes)

    #1 - Andy Kaufman vs. The King of Memphis

    S1:E2

    One of the most infamous stories in wrestling lore, TV star Andy Kaufman travelled from Hollywood to Memphis to wrestle women, before facing off against King Jerry Lawler.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Tales From the Territories Season 1 Episode 9 - Crockett: Evil Heels of the Carolinas
    8.1/10(72 votes)

    #2 - Crockett: Evil Heels of the Carolinas

    S1:E9

    Jim Crockett Promotions was the cornerstone Territory of the National Wrestling Alliance and the second largest wrestling promotion in the United States.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Tales From the Territories Season 1 Episode 10 - Mid-South: Bullets, Blades & Bar Fights
    8.0/10(70 votes)

    #3 - Mid-South: Bullets, Blades & Bar Fights

    S1:E10

    Mid-South Wrestling launched the careers of stars like Junkyard Dog, Jake "The Snake" Roberts and "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan, and earned a reputation for its strict locker room code.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Tales From the Territories Season 1 Episode 1 - Memphis: Where Wrestling Was Real
    7.9/10(98 votes)

    #4 - Memphis: Where Wrestling Was Real

    S1:E1

    At the Mid-South Coliseum, Memphis' unique blend of slow-burn, story-driven matches and pre-MTV music video vignettes, captivated audiences every week.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Tales From the Territories Season 1 Episode 3 - AWA: Bodyslams in the Heartland
    7.7/10(90 votes)

    #5 - AWA: Bodyslams in the Heartland

    S1:E3

    Verne Gagne created the American Wrestling Association with one singular goal: return dignity and athleticism to a business losing touch with both.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Tales From the Territories Season 1 Episode 8 - WCCW: Wrestling's Lone Star Legacy
    7.7/10(74 votes)

    #6 - WCCW: Wrestling's Lone Star Legacy

    S1:E8

    WCCW was a pioneering promotion overseen by the legendary Fritz Von Erich, who turned all five of his sons into megastars while running wild shows at the Dallas Sportatorium.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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    The 20 WORST Episodes of Tales From the Territories

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  7. Tales From the Territories Season 1 Episode 4 - CWF: Bloodstains in the Everglades
    7.6/10(85 votes)

    #7 - CWF: Bloodstains in the Everglades

    S1:E4

    Championship Wrestling from Florida was known for a training regime that both elevated its wrestlers and literally broke newcomers, like future WWE star Hulk Hogan.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Tales From the Territories Season 1 Episode 5 - Stampede: The Hart of Pro Wrestling
    7.6/10(90 votes)

    #8 - Stampede: The Hart of Pro Wrestling

    S1:E5

    Stampede Wrestling was formed and operated by the patriarch of the legendary Hart family. Stars were trained in the Hart Family basement gym, infamously known as "The Dungeon."

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Tales From the Territories Season 1 Episode 6 - Polynesian: Wrestling's Island Dynasty
    7.4/10(76 votes)

    #9 - Polynesian: Wrestling's Island Dynasty

    S1:E6

    Polynesian Pro Wrestling was formed by High Chief Peter Maivia, grandfather of Dwayne Johnson, and later run by his grandmother Lia, one of the first female wrestling promoters.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. Tales From the Territories Season 1 Episode 7 - Portland: Where Wrestling Got Weird
    7.4/10(79 votes)

    #10 - Portland: Where Wrestling Got Weird

    S1:E7

    The Portland Wrestling territory was the premiere promotion of the Northwest, renowned for its extensive and loyal roster of eccentric talent and wild, eclectic storylines.

    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"Andy Kaufman vs. The King of Memphis" is the best rated episode of "Tales From the Territories". It scored 8.7/10 based on 105 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/11/2022. This episode scored 0.6 points higher than the second highest rated, "Crockett: Evil Heels of the Carolinas".