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The Best Episodes of WCW Monday Nitro Season 3

Every episode of WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of WCW Monday Nitro Season 3!

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WCW's flagship show led to the famous Monday Night War. Featuring the nWo, Lex Luger, Ric Flair, Sting, and the Cruiserweights.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 1 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jan 06, 1997
    6.5/10(27 votes)

    #1 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jan 06, 1997

    S3:E1

    As Sting continues to lurk in the shadows of WCW, The Giant looks for payback against the nWo.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 2 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jan 13, 1997
    6.9/10(27 votes)

    #2 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jan 13, 1997

    S3:E2

    Diamond Dallas Page finally lets the world know where his loyalties lie.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 3 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jan 20, 1997
    6.4/10(26 votes)

    #3 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jan 20, 1997

    S3:E3

    An old friend emerges when "Macho Man" Randy Savage attempts to take the show hostage.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 4 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jan 27, 1997
    6.8/10(27 votes)

    #4 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jan 27, 1997

    S3:E4

    The nWo looks to make up for their losses as Eric Bischoff makes some controversial decisions.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 5 - WCW Monday Nitro - Feb 03, 1997
    7.4/10(30 votes)

    #5 - WCW Monday Nitro - Feb 03, 1997

    S3:E5

    World Heavyweight Champion Hollywood Hogan is looking at a confrontation with "Rowdy" Roddy Piper.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 6 - WCW Monday Nitro - Feb 10, 1997
    6.6/10(24 votes)

    #6 - WCW Monday Nitro - Feb 10, 1997

    S3:E6

    "Macho Man" Randy Savage and Sting both respond when DDP sends a message to the entire locker room.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 7 - WCW Monday Nitro - Feb 17, 1997
    7.1/10(24 votes)

    #7 - WCW Monday Nitro - Feb 17, 1997

    S3:E7

    "Rowdy" Roddy Piper preps for battle; The Outsiders and Syxx cross a line; A ref threatened.

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  8. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 8 - WCW Monday Nitro - Feb 24, 1997
    5.8/10(26 votes)

    #8 - WCW Monday Nitro - Feb 24, 1997

    S3:E8

    The newest member of New World Order causes chaos; The Four Horsemen welcome a new addition; Chris Jericho, Eddie Guerrero in action.

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  9. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 9 - WCW Monday Nitro - Mar 03, 1997
    6.3/10(26 votes)

    #9 - WCW Monday Nitro - Mar 03, 1997

    S3:E9

    DDP has a score to settle with Randy Savage; The Steiner Brothers vs. Lex Luger and The Giant.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 10 - WCW Monday Nitro - Mar 10, 1997
    6.7/10(27 votes)

    #10 - WCW Monday Nitro - Mar 10, 1997

    S3:E10

    The New World Order welcomes one of the most controversial figures in sports into their faction.

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  11. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 11 - WCW Monday Nitro - Mar 17, 1997
    5.8/10(25 votes)

    #11 - WCW Monday Nitro - Mar 17, 1997

    S3:E11

    The nWo may have come out on top at Uncensored but Sting has shown where his loyalties are at.

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  12. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 12 - WCW Monday Nitro - Mar 24, 1997
    6.4/10(25 votes)

    #12 - WCW Monday Nitro - Mar 24, 1997

    S3:E12

    DDP is hunting for members of the New World Order, but can he overcome the nWo's numbers advantage?

    Director:Unknown
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  13. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 13 - WCW Monday Nitro - Mar 31, 1997
    6.2/10(25 votes)

    #13 - WCW Monday Nitro - Mar 31, 1997

    S3:E13

    Two of WCW's top athletes square off when Lord Steve Regal faces Chris Jericho.

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  14. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 14 - WCW Monday Nitro - Apr 07, 1997
    7.0/10(25 votes)

    #14 - WCW Monday Nitro - Apr 07, 1997

    S3:E14

    There's turmoil within the nWo. Will they be able to function as a cohesive unit against WCW?

    Director:Unknown
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  15. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 15 - WCW Monday Nitro - Apr 14, 1997
    4.4/10(26 votes)

    #15 - WCW Monday Nitro - Apr 14, 1997

    S3:E15

    Lex Luger looks to get his hands on Hollywood Hulk Hogan, but must first go through Kevin Nash.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 16 - WCW Monday Nitro - Apr 21, 1997
    5.8/10(27 votes)

    #16 - WCW Monday Nitro - Apr 21, 1997

    S3:E16

    Public Enemy take on The Steiner Brothers; JJ Dillon has a big announcement about Eric Bischoff.

    Director:Unknown
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  17. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 17 - WCW Monday Nitro - Apr 28, 1997
    6.0/10(24 votes)

    #17 - WCW Monday Nitro - Apr 28, 1997

    S3:E17

    Steve McMichael battles The Barbarian; Juventud Guerrera takes on Syxx; The Giant, Lex Luger, Dean Malenko and more see WCW in-ring action.

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  18. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 18 - WCW Monday Nitro - May 05, 1997
    6.3/10(24 votes)

    #18 - WCW Monday Nitro - May 05, 1997

    S3:E18

    Disrupting DDP & The Giant's match with Harlem Heat, the nWo lays waste to the WCW roster.

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  19. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 19 - WCW Monday Nitro - May 12, 1997
    6.4/10(23 votes)

    #19 - WCW Monday Nitro - May 12, 1997

    S3:E19

    Sting looks to dismantle the New World Order one member at a time, starting with Eric Bischoff.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 20 - WCW Monday Nitro - May 19, 1997
    6.1/10(26 votes)

    #20 - WCW Monday Nitro - May 19, 1997

    S3:E20

    Will Sting heed Eric Bischoff's advice or make a power play to eliminate the brains behind the New World Order? Ric Flair, Syxx and more.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 21 - WCW Monday Nitro - May 26, 1997
    6.6/10(24 votes)

    #21 - WCW Monday Nitro - May 26, 1997

    S3:E21

    The nWo and Hollywood Hulk Hogan vow to get their hands on Sting for his recent actions. Masahiro Chono battles The Great Muta.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 22 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jun 02, 1997
    6.7/10(23 votes)

    #22 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jun 02, 1997

    S3:E22

    Will Scott Hall accept J.J. Dillon's ultimatum? Ric Flair is in main event action. The Steiners vs. Great Muta and Masa Chono and much more.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 23 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jun 09, 1997
    6.2/10(24 votes)

    #23 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jun 09, 1997

    S3:E23

    'Rowdy' Roddy Piper teams with 'Nature Boy' Ric Flair to take on The Outsiders in the main event. Hollywood Hulk Hogan faces Lex Luger.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 24 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jun 16, 1997
    6.0/10(24 votes)

    #24 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jun 16, 1997

    S3:E24

    The New World Order have their sights set on Lex Luger and The Giant. Chris Jericho battles Ultimo Dragon. Ric Flair, Roddy Piper, and more.

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  25. WCW Monday Nitro Season 3 Episode 25 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jun 23, 1997
    5.9/10(23 votes)

    #25 - WCW Monday Nitro - Jun 23, 1997

    S3:E25

    Diamond Dallas Page faces Scott Hall. Tensions between Roddy Piper and Ric Flair are on the rise. Harlem Heat battle The Steiner Brothers.

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"WCW Monday Nitro - Jan 06, 1997" is the best rated episode of "WCW Monday Nitro" season 3. It scored 6.5/10 based on 27 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/6/1997. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "WCW Monday Nitro - Jan 13, 1997".