WCW Monday Nitro Season 5

January. 04,1999      
Rating:
8
Trailer Synopsis

WCW Monday Nitro was a weekly professional wrestling telecast produced by World Championship Wrestling, created by Ted Turner and Eric Bischoff. The show aired Monday nights on TNT, going head-to-head with the World Wrestling Federation's Monday Night Raw from September 4, 1995 to March 26, 2001. Production ceased shortly after WCW was purchased by the WWF. The debut of Nitro began the Monday Night Wars, a ratings battle between the WWF and WCW that lasted for almost six years and saw each company resort to cutthroat tactics to try to compete with the competition. In mid-1996, Nitro began to draw better ratings than Raw based on the strength of the nWo storyline, an anarchist wrestling stable that wanted to take over WCW. Nitro continued to beat Raw for 84 consecutive weeks, forcing WWE owner Vince McMahon to change the way he did business. As the nWo storyline grew stagnant, fan interest in the storyline waned, and Raw began to edge out Nitro in the ratings. The turning point for the organizations came during the January 4, 1999 broadcast of Nitro, during which lead commentator Tony Schiavone gave away the results of matches for that night's Raw broadcast. As Raw was taped and Nitro was live, Bischoff believed that knowing the outcome would dissuade viewers from watching the program. Excited by the prospect of seeing perennial WWF underdog Mick Foley win the WWF Championship, a large number of Nitro viewers changed channels to watch Raw, switching back to Nitro after Foley won the title. From that week forward, Raw beat Nitro in the ratings by a significant amount, and WCW was never able to regain the success it once had.

Episode 52 : Nitro Millenium Special
December. 29,1999
This special Millennium episode takes fans of WCW back in time to relive some of the most memorable moments of Nitro's rich history.
Episode 51 : Nitro 223
December. 27,1999
The rebirth of the NWO looks to take control over WCW. Scott Steiner returns. Plus, Konnan, Sid Vicious, and many more in action!
Episode 50 : Nitro 222
December. 20,1999
Following a controversial Starrcade, Nitro plays host to the reformation of an infamous band. Plus, Goldberg, Jeff Jarrett, and much more.
Episode 49 : Nitro 221
December. 13,1999
Goldberg and Bret Hart defend the Tag Team Titles against The Outsiders in the main event. 'The Powers That Be' target Paul Orndorff.
Episode 48 : Nitro 220
December. 06,1999
Jeff Jarrett squares off against Goldberg. Bret Hart defends his WCW Championship against Lex Luger. Plus, Sting and many more in action.
Episode 47 : Nitro 219
November. 29,1999
Meng challenges Bret Hart for the WCW Title in the main event. Kevin Nash is next for Goldberg. Plus, a huge Steel Cage Match and more!
Episode 46 : Nitro 218
November. 22,1999
Bret Hart defends his newly won WCW World Title against Jeff Jarrett. Goldberg takes on The Outsiders. Plus, Sting, Booker T, and many more.
Episode 45 : Nitro 217
November. 15,1999
The Powers That Be continue to assert their authority. Sid Vicious looks for payback on Kevin Nash and the WCW Title Tournament continues.
Episode 44 : Nitro 216
November. 08,1999
The WCW Championship Tournament rolls on. Sting and Lex Luger's friendship is strained. Plus, Bret Hart, The Outsiders, and more!
Episode 43 : Nitro 215
November. 01,1999
Scott Hall's new 'promoter' backs him in the WCW Championship Tournament. Bret Hart's honor buys him some new enemies.
Episode 42 : Nitro 214
October. 25,1999
A tournament for the vacant WCW Heavyweight Title begins. Jeff Jarrett answers for his actions. Plus, a last man standing match and more.
Episode 41 : Nitro 213
October. 18,1999
Goldberg goes on a violent rampage. Bret Hart gets an unexpected opportunity and a familiar face brings his guitar to Nitro.
Episode 40 : Nitro 212
October. 11,1999
Tensions between Goldberg and Sid Vicious reach the boiling point. Plus, Ric Flair takes on Curt Hennig, the return of Meng, and much more.
Episode 39 : Nitro 211
October. 04,1999
Hulk Hogan and Ric Flair team up to take on Sting and Lex Luger. Bret Hart wrestles in an epic special tribute match that makes history.
Episode 38 : Nitro 210
September. 27,1999
WCW Champion Sting tries to take out Hulk Hogan before Halloween Havoc. Goldberg and Sid Vicious' rivalry gets personal. Plus, much more.
Episode 37 : Nitro 209
September. 20,1999
Ric Flair battles Diamond Dallas Page. Sting defends his WCW Title. Plus, Goldberg, Sid Vicious, Booker T, and many more in action.
Episode 36 : Nitro 208
September. 13,1999
After six weeks, Ric Flair returns to find a new WCW Champion looking for a fight. Plus, Bret Hart, Hulk Hogan, and many more in action.
Episode 35 : Nitro 207
September. 06,1999
The situation between Hulk Hogan, Sting, and Lex Luger continues to escalate. Plus, the return of a Canadian hero and more on this episode.
Episode 34 : Nitro 206
August. 30,1999
Lex Luger warns Sting about his opponent at Fall Brawl. Plus, Goldberg, Eddie Guerrero, DDP, and many more in action!
Episode 33 : Nitro 205
August. 23,1999
From Las Vegas, Sting rolls the dice as he goes after Hulk Hogan's WCW Championship. Plus, Goldberg, Harlem Heat, and many more in action!
Episode 32 : Nitro 204
August. 16,1999
WCW Champion 'Hollywood' Hogan defends his title against another giant. Diamond Dallas Page, Kidman, Harlem Heat and many more in action.
Episode 31 : Nitro 203
August. 09,1999
WCW Champion 'Hollywood' Hogan offers Kevin Nash a new stipulation in their match at Road Wild. Plus, a six man tag team main event and more.
Episode 30 : Nitro 202
August. 02,1999
'Hollywood' Hogan teams with Sting to face Kevin Nash and Sid Vicious. Plus, the in-ring return of Goldberg and much, much more.
Episode 29 : Nitro 201
July. 26,1999
'Hollywood' Hogan teams with Sting to face Kevin Nash and Sid Vicious. Plus, the in-ring return of Goldberg and much, much more.
Episode 28 : Nitro 200
July. 19,1999
In a double main event, Ric Flair and Sting face off for control of the company as WCW Champion 'Hollywood' Hogan takes on Sid Vicious.
Episode 27 : Nitro 199
July. 12,1999
The new WCW Champion 'Macho Man' Randy Savage is challenged by a returning Icon. Also, Sting goes after the U.S. title and more.
Episode 26 : Nitro 198
July. 05,1999
Once again, Sting's loyalties are called into question. President Ric Flair awards the U.S. Title to an unlikely candidate. Plus, much more.
Episode 25 : Nitro 197
June. 28,1999
Ric Flair and his regime unite with Team Madness to end WCW Champion Kevin Nash's title reign. Plus, the WCW Tag Titles are on the line.
Episode 24 : Nitro 196
June. 21,1999
Team Madness brings chaos to WCW. Buff Bagwell stands up to Ric Flair's regime. An old friend returns to help Sting. All this and more.
Episode 23 : Nitro 195
June. 14,1999
WCW President Ric Flair introduces his newest cabinet member. Master P arrives in WCW to help Rey Mysterio Jr. and Konnan. Plus much more.
Episode 22 : Nitro 194
June. 07,1999
The rivalry between WCW Champion Kevin Nash and Randy Savage escalates. Plus, a Mexican Death Match and a main event featuring Sting.
Episode 21 : Nitro 193
May. 31,1999
Tank Abbott comes to WCW to referee a Steel Cage match between Sting and Rick Steiner. Plus, WCW Tag Titles are on the line and much more.
Episode 20 : Nitro 192
May. 24,1999
Roddy Piper looks to confront 'Macho Man' Randy Savage. The return of 'Hollywood' Hogan to Nitro. Plus, a unique handicap match and much more.
Episode 19 : Nitro 191
May. 17,1999
Eric Bischoff makes his return to Nitro as the battle for control over WCW rages on. Plus, Kevin Nash defends his WCW Title against DDP.
Episode 18 : Nitro 190
May. 03,1999
Tensions between Rowdy Roddy Piper and the returning Ric Flair escalate. Plus, the WCW Heavyweight Title is on the line and much, much more.
Episode 17 : Nitro 189
April. 26,1999
The battle for control over WCW begins while several top superstars including Sting look for a shot at the WCW World Heavyweight Title.
Episode 16 : Nitro 188
April. 19,1999
Goldberg challenges Diamond Dallas Page for his WCW World Heavyweight Title. A Fatal Four Way for the Cruiserweight Title, and much more.
Episode 15 : Nitro 187
April. 12,1999
Diamond Dallas Page defends his WCW World Heavyweight Title against U.S. Champion Scott Steiner. Plus, Sting faces Ric Flair and much more.
Episode 14 : Nitro 186
April. 05,1999
Ric Flair defends his WCW Heavyweight Title. Goldberg looks to secure an opponent for Spring Stampede and much more.
Episode 13 : Nitro 185
March. 29,1999
Bret Hart has a Canadian size surprise for Goldberg. Hollywood Hogan challenges Ric Flair. Plus, Chris Jericho, Dean Malenko, and many more.
Episode 12 : Nitro 184
March. 22,1999
Rey Mysterio faces Ric Flair in the main event. Scott Steiner takes on Chris Jericho. A bikini competition to become Miss nWo and more.
Episode 11 : Nitro 183
March. 15,1999
'Nature Boy' Ric Flair joins forces with Goldberg to take on Hollywood Hulk Hogan and Kevin Nash. Chris Jericho battles Booker T.
Episode 10 : Nitro 182
March. 08,1999
'Nature Boy' Ric Flair battles Goldberg to headline this exciting episode of Nitro. Scott Steiner takes on Booker T. Raven faces Hak.
Episode 9 : Nitro 181
March. 01,1999
Rick Steiner teams with Goldberg to take on Scott Steiner and Buff Bagwell. The New World Order, Bret Hart, and more are featured.
Episode 8 : Nitro 180
February. 22,1999
Goldberg faces Scott Steiner in the main event. Booker T battles Bret 'The Hitman' Hart. Rey Mysterio takes on Kevin Nash.
Episode 7 : Nitro 179
February. 15,1999
Longtime rivals square off once again when 'Hollywood' Hulk Hogan takes on Roddy Piper. Bret 'The Hitman' Hart faces MADtv star, Will Sasso.
Episode 6 : Nitro 178
February. 08,1999
Ric Flair teams with Steve McMichael to face Scott Hall and Kevin Nash in the main event. Bret 'The Hitman' Hart faces 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper.
Episode 5 : Nitro 177
February. 01,1999
After waging war for months, Eric Bischoff is finally at the mercy of Ric Flair on this episode of Nitro. Scott Hall is in the main event.
Episode 4 : Nitro 176
January. 25,1999
Hollywood Hulk Hogan, Kevin Nash, and Scott Steiner battle members of The Four Horsemen in the main event. Bret Hart faces Booker T.
Episode 3 : Nitro 175
January. 18,1999
Scott Hall, Bam Bam Bigelow, and Goldberg compete in a triangle match. David Flair battles Eric Bischoff. Chris Jericho faces Booker T.
Episode 2 : Nitro 174
January. 11,1999
Kevin Nash takes on The Giant in the main event. 'Nature Boy' Ric Flair goes one on one with Curt Hennig. Bam Bam Bigelow faces Scott Hall.
Episode 1 : Nitro 173
January. 04,1999
'Hollywood' Hulk Hogan faces Kevin Nash in the main event. The New World Order will stop at nothing to keep Goldberg out of the arena.

Seasons

Season 7
Season 7 2001
Season 6
Season 6 2000
Season 5
Season 5 1999
Season 4
Season 4 1998
Season 3
Season 3 1997
Season 2
Season 2 1996
Season 1
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