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Mid-South Wrestling: Mid-South Wrestling - 1981

3 episodes Premiered Dec 11, 1981 Updated Jul 21, 2026

Mid-South Wrestling is a professional wrestling television series that originally aired between 1981 and 1986. Recognized as one of the most successful wrestling territories of the 1980s, the program featured weekly episodic shows. The series is notable for showcasing a roster that included various future WWE Hall of Famers and legends of the sport. Among the individuals associated with the production are Bill Watts,

Season overview

Mid-South Wrestling is a professional wrestling television series that originally aired between 1981 and 1986. Recognized as one of the most successful wrestling territories of the 1980s, the program featured weekly episodic shows. The series is notable for showcasing a roster that included various future WWE Hall of Famers and legends of the sport. Among the individuals associated with the production are Bill Watts, who served as a central figure, and commentator Boyd Pierce. The cast also featured performers such as Jim Duggan, Ted DiBiase, Bob Orton, Jr., and the Iron Sheik. As a television production, the series is categorized under the action and adventure genre. The content provided in the first season highlights the involvement of these prominent wrestling figures during the territory's active years. The program remains a significant part of wrestling history, documenting the matches and personalities that defined the Mid-South region during this era. By providing a platform for these athletes, the show contributed to the broader landscape of professional wrestling in the United States throughout the early 1980s.

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Episodes

S1·E1

Mid-South Wrestling - Dec 12, 1981

Dec 12, 1981 · 42 min

Ted DiBiase takes to the ring to take on Paul Orndorff in the main event. Plus, The Junkyard Dog, The Iron Sheik, and more in action!

S1·E2

Mid-South Wrestling - Dec 19, 1981

Dec 19, 1981 · 42 min

Paul Ellering issues a challenge to The Iron Sheik. Junkyard Dog defends the Louisiana Heavyweight Championship against Mike Boyer.

S1·E3

Mid-South Wrestling - Dec. 26, 1981

Dec 26, 1981 · 43 min

On this edition of Mid-South Wrestling, The Iron Sheik meets Paul Ellering in a special Persian Club Challenge. Bob Orton Jr. teams up with Bob Roop to take on Mike Bond and Frank