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The Best Episodes of WCW Monday Nitro Season 5

Every episode of WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of WCW Monday Nitro Season 5!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 3 - January 18, 1999
    7.7/10(24 votes)

    S5:E3

    Ric Flair defends the honor of his family on this episode of Nitro when he issues a big challenge to Hollywood Hogan. David Flair battles Eric Bischoff in a contest where if Flair loses, his father Ric gives up control of WCW. Scott Hall, Bam Bam Bigelow, and Goldberg face each other in a Triangle Match. Chris Jericho goes one-on-one with Booker T.

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  2. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 1 - January 4, 1999
    6.8/10(22 votes)

    S5:E1

    Ric Flair looks to rid WCW of its tyrannical leader, Eric Bischoff, and steer WCW in a new direction. Hollywood Hogan faces Kevin Nash in the main event. The New World Order works to keep Goldberg out of the arena. Chavo Guerrero Jr. faces Norman Smiley. Saturn takes on Chris Jericho. Kidman & Rey Mysterio battle Psicosis & Juventud Guerrera.

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  3. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 28 - July 19, 1999
    6.8/10(23 votes)

    S5:E28

    The fate of WCW is up for grabs as Sting and Ric Flair face off for control over the company. WCW Champion Hollywood Hogan takes on Sid Vicious. “Macho Man” Randy Savage has a new enemy on his hands with a reputation for controversy. Plus, things get wicked with the WCW debut of the Insane Clown Posse. All this and much more.

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  4. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 4 - January 25, 1999
    6.5/10(19 votes)

    S5:E4

    Will Hollywood Hogan be able to quell the deepening tension between New World Order? Hogan, Kevin Nash & Scott Steiner battle members of The Four Horsemen in the main event. Scott Hall battles Bam Bam Bigelow in a ladder match with a taser hanging above the ring. Bret Hart faces Booker T. Goldberg and many more are featured.

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  5. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 8 - February 22, 1999
    6.5/10(22 votes)

    S5:E8

    Goldberg faces Scott Steiner in the main event on. Booker T battles Bret Hart. Will Rey Mysterio be able to overcome one of his toughest tests to date when he faces Kevin Nash? Chris Jericho faces Hugh Morrus. Torrie Wilson continues to get into the head of David Flair and much more.

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  6. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 5 - February 1, 1999
    6.2/10(21 votes)

    S5:E5

    After waging war for months, Eric Bischoff is finally at the mercy of Ric Flair on this wild episode of Nitro. Chris Jericho battles Scott Steiner. A hardcore icon makes his extreme debut! Scott Hall competes against a member of The Four Horsemen in the main event. Goldberg, Booker T, and many more are featured.

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  7. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 7 - February 15, 1999
    6.2/10(22 votes)

    S5:E7

    The long standing rivalry between Ric Flair and the New World Order takes a bizarre new twist on this episode of Nitro. Longtime rivals square off once again when Hollywood Hulk Hogan takes on ‘Rowdy’ Roddy Piper. Bret ‘The Hitman’ Hart faces MADtv star, Will Sasso. The Four Horsemen, Chris Jericho, and many more are featured.

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  8. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 24 - June 21, 1999
    5.9/10(23 votes)

    S5:E24

    “Macho Man” Randy Savage & Sid Vicious team up to spread madness throughout WCW. Buff Bagwell stands up to WCW President Ric Flair and “Rowdy” Roddy Piper. Master P receives a gift from Curt Hennig. Sting receives help from an old friend in the main event. Also in action, Booker T, Diamond Dallas Page, and the in-ring return of Eddie Guerrero.

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  9. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 43 - November 1, 1999
    5.9/10(21 votes)

    S5:E43

    As the WCW World Heavyweight Championship Tournament continues, Scott Hall finds a new promoter to back him in his hunt for the title. United States Champion Bret Hart’s honor buys him some new enemies. The Revolution continue to make things personal with the Filthy Animals. Plus, Sting & Lex Luger, Meng, Jeff Jarrett and much more.

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  10. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 2 - January 11, 1999
    5.8/10(20 votes)

    S5:E2

    With Ric Flair now in charge of WCW, Eric Bischoff may soon be looking for greener pastures. Kevin Nash takes on The Giant in the main event. ‘Nature Boy’ Ric Flair goes one on one with longtime rival Curt Hennig. Bam Bam Bigelow battles Scott Hall. Scott Steiner takes on Diamond Dallas Page. The New World Order, Goldberg, and more are featured.

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  11. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 19 - May 17, 1999
    5.8/10(24 votes)

    S5:E19

    The battle for control over WCW continues as Eric Bischoff makes his return to Nitro and sides with “Rowdy” Roddy Piper. “Macho Man” Randy Savage sets his sights on the new WCW Heavyweight Champion Kevin Nash, but Diamond Dallas Page has him first. Plus, Konnan battles Curt Hennig, Sting takes on Rick Steiner, and more.

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  12. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 15 - April 12, 1999
    5.5/10(24 votes)

    S5:E15

    Things begin to heat up as the new WCW World Heavyweight Champion, Diamond Dallas Page, defends his title against the new US Champion, Scott Steiner. WCW President Ric Flair must face the WCW Icon, Sting. Kevin Nash sends a message to DDP. Plus, Booker T, Rey Mysterio, Goldberg, and many more compete on this episode of Nitro.

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  13. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 12 - March 22, 1999
    5.4/10(21 votes)

    S5:E12

    The deck continues to be stacked against Rey Mysterio as he faces Ric Flair in the main event. The New World Order hosts the Miss NWO contest. Scott Steiner takes on Chris Jericho. Two of WCW’s fiercest competitors square off when Fit Finlay battles Rick Steiner. Vampiro faces Juventud Guerrera and much more.

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  14. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 9 - March 1, 1999
    5.3/10(20 votes)

    S5:E9

    Ric Flair attempts to get his son out of harm’s way when he intervenes in David’s relationship with Torrie Wilson. Psicosis battles Billy Kidman. Rey Mysterio faces Bam Bam Bigelow. Rick Steiner teams with Goldberg to take on Scott Steiner & Buff Bagwell in the main event. The New World Order, Bret Hart, and many more are featured.

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  15. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 10 - March 8, 1999
    5.3/10(22 votes)

    S5:E10

    Ric Flair battles Goldberg. Chris Jericho competes in a Chain Match. Rey Mysterio faces Scott Norton. Scott Steiner battles Booker T. Two hardcore legends go to war when Raven faces Hak in a Falls Count Anywhere Match. The saga between David Flair and Torrie Wilson continues and much more.

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  16. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 27 - July 12, 1999
    5.3/10(21 votes)

    S5:E27

    WCW Champion “Macho Man” Randy Savage is challenged by an old nemesis. Ric Flair must face one of his former Horsemen, Dean Malenko. Also, Sting sets his sights on gold. Fit Finlay is crowned the new Hardcore Champion, but his mouth earns him some new enemies. Also in action, Konnan, Diamond Dallas Page, Booker T, and many more.

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  17. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 22 - June 7, 1999
    5.2/10(21 votes)

    S5:E22

    The rivalry between WCW Champion Kevin Nash and “Macho Man” Randy Savage continues. Buff Bagwell tries to convince “Rowdy” Roddy Piper of his worth. Diamond Dallas Page & Bam Bam Bigelow defend their Tag Team Championship. Also in action, Ernest ‘The Cat’ Miller, Rey Mysterio Jr. and a main event featuring Sting.

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  18. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 25 - June 28, 1999
    5.2/10(21 votes)

    S5:E25

    WCW Champion Kevin Nash has a target on his back as Team Madness and WCW President Ric Flair’s regime unite to end Nash’s title reign. The West Texas Rednecks release their first music video. Also, Dean Malenko & Buff Bagwell set their sights on the WCW Tag Team Championship, Eddie Guerrero takes on Lodi, and much more.

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  19. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 32 - August 16, 1999
    5.2/10(22 votes)

    S5:E32

    Hollywood Hogan faces a giant in Sid Vicious. As the last remnants of the NWO move on following the loss of Stevie Ray, their ranks get even thinner. The Insane Clown Posse take on Public Enemy, Diamond Dallas Page squares off against Kidman, and many more in action.

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  20. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 35 - September 6, 1999
    5.2/10(25 votes)

    S5:E35

    Loyalties, motives, secrets, and lies are running rampant in the triangle between Sting, Hulk Hogan, and Lex Luger. And with the returning Bret Hart being added to the mix, there are plenty of questions that need answers. Plus, a Steel Cage Match main event will pit some of WCW’s top Superstars in an epic confrontation.

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  21. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 41 - October 18, 1999
    5.2/10(21 votes)

    S5:E41

    On this edition of Nitro, no one is safe as Goldberg goes on a rampage throughout the WCW Locker room. Bret Hart is finally given the opportunity that he has been waiting for. A guitar swinging, old boy makes his shocking return to WCW. Two finalists for Miss Nitro are announced. Plus, Lex Luger, Sting, and many more in action.

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  22. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 46 - November 22, 1999
    5.1/10(21 votes)

    S5:E46

    The new WCW Champion Bret Hart has his hands full as Jeff Jarrett challenges him for his title. The Powers That Be continue their reign of terror but some in the locker room choose to resist. A familiar face returns to WCW to give the established order a reality check. Goldberg sets his sights on The Outsiders. Plus, Booker T, Sting, and more

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  23. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 26 - July 5, 1999
    5.0/10(21 votes)

    S5:E26

    Sting’s loyalties are called into question as things heat up between Team Madness and WCW Champion Kevin Nash. WCW President Ric Flair continues to abuse his power. Bret Hart returns to WCW and gives a heartfelt speech. Plus a performance by Megadeth that brings about the return of a former champion. All this and much more.

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  24. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 44 - November 8, 1999
    5.0/10(21 votes)

    S5:E44

    When Sting and Lex Luger find themselves at odds, the Icon proves that friends aren’t forever. It becomes clear that the rivalry between Sid Vicious and Goldberg won’t end until somebody quits. The Outsiders continue to show their talent for disruption. Plus, the WCW World Heavyweight Championship Tournament continues and more.

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  25. WCW Monday Nitro Season 5 Episode 16 - April 19, 1999
    4.9/10(26 votes)

    S5:E16

    As Diamond Dallas Page continues his reign as WCW World Heavyweight Champion, Goldberg steps up to end his run. WCW Superstars question the mental stability of their president Ric Flair. WCW Cruiserweight Champion Rey Mysterio Jr. defends his title in a Fatal 4-Way Match against, Blitzkrieg, Psychosis, and Juventud Guerrera.

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Season 5 Ratings Summary

"January 18, 1999" is the best rated episode of "WCW Monday Nitro" season 5. It scored 7.7/10 based on 24 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/18/1999. This episode is rated 0.9 points higher than the second-best, "January 4, 1999".