NWA World Championship Wrestling: World Championship Wrestling (WCW) - 1987
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist. Task: Produce a JSON object for "NWA World Championship Wrestling" Season 3. Constraints: Use ONLY provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES. No invented titles, names, dates, episode counts, awards, ratings, box-office, viewership, or plot points. If a detail is missing, omit it. Write original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text. No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no
Season 3 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of NWA World Championship Wrestling Season 2.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Season overview
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Task: Produce a JSON object for "NWA World Championship Wrestling" Season 3.
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Use ONLY provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
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overview: factual 160-220 word summary of this season's narrative arc.
primer: array of exactly 4 concise bullet points summarizing essential previous lore, character positions, and stakes.
TMDB Season Synopsis: "WCW's World Championship Wrestling is the gold standard of 1980s sports-entertainment television. This season features a venerable who's who of WWE Hall of Famers including the The Four Horsemen and many more."
Source [1]: NWA World Championship Wrestling (1985), TV-14, Action & Adventure. Weekly series featuring in-ring action and interviews.
Source [2]: Weekly series featuring a who's who of WWE Hall of Famers.
Source [3]: 1985 action & adventure series created by Jim Crockett Jr. Stars Tony Schiavone, David Crockett, and Ric Flair. Weekly series featuring a who's who of WWE Hall of Famers.
Source [4]: S1E1 details (Nov 02, 1985). Mentions Dusty Rhodes, Ric Flair (NWA World Heavyweight Championship), Magnum T.A., Tully Blanchard (United States Champion), and "Superstar" B... (cut off). Note: This is Season 1, not Season 3.
Source [5]: Cast includes Steve Borden.
The user asks for Season 3.
The provided TMDB Season Synopsis says: "This season features a venerable who's who of WWE Hall of Famers including the The Four Horsemen and many more."
The provided sources do not contain any specific narrative arc details for Season 3. They only mention the general nature of the show (weekly series, in-ring action, interviews, WWE Hall of Famers, The Four Horsemen).
The word count requirement for overview is 160-220 words.
Episode Guide
Season 3 Progress Shield
World Championship Wrestling - Jan. 03, 1987
Jan 3, 1987 · 86 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling the stars of the NWA are in action. Ivan Koloff introduces his new Russian monster, Vladimir Petrov. Plus The Rock 'n 'Roll Express,
World Championship Wrestling - Jan. 10, 1987
Jan 10, 1987 · 85 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling the stars of the NWA are in action. Nikita Koloff is not impressed with Ivan and his new monster, Vladimir Petrov. Barry Windham and
World Championship Wrestling - Jan 17, 1987
Jan 17, 1987 · 86 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling Dusty Rhodes has strong words for the Russians and Lex Luger makes his debut.
World Championship Wrestling - Jan 24, 1987
Jan 24, 1987 · 86 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling the stars of the NWA are in action. Lex Luger makes his desire to be a Four Horsemen clear.
World Championship Wrestling - Jan 31, 1987
Jan 31, 1987 · 76 min
On this World Championship Wrestling Tully Blanchard defends the World TV Title and Lex Luger strengthens his bonds to the Horsemen.
World Championship Wrestling - Feb. 07, 1987
Feb 7, 1987 · 105 min
The NWA takes you across the country on Supertowns on the Superstation. Exclusive matches include Dusty Rhodes taking on Tully Blanchard, Barry Windham facing Arn Anderson, and Ric
World Championship Wrestling - Feb. 14, 1987
Feb 14, 1987 · 86 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling the stars of the NWA are in action. The fall out from Dick Murdoch treacherous attack on Nikita Koloff. Plus Jimmy Valiant, The Midn
World Championship Wrestling - Feb 21, 1987
Feb 21, 1987 · 86 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling The Four Horsemen team up in the main event as a show of unity and dominance.
World Championship Wrestling - Feb. 28, 1987
Feb 28, 1987 · 86 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling the stars of the NWA are in action. Tensions between The Four Horsemen reach a boiling point, when an original member makes a bold s
World Championship Wrestling - Mar 07, 1987
Mar 7, 1987 · 85 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling Ole Anderson's status as a Four Horsemen is in question. Denny Brown and more.
World Championship Wrestling - Mar. 14, 1987
Mar 14, 1987 · 86 min
The Four Horsemen embrace the old adage "out with the old, in with the new" when J.J. Dillon introduces the newest member of the elite group. Mike Rotundo returns to the NWA, Jim C
World Championship Wrestling - Mar 21, 1987
Mar 21, 1987 · 85 min
The Four Horsemen move forward without Ole Anderson as the new addition of Lex Luger partners with Arn Anderson for tag team action.
World Championship Wrestling - Mar. 28, 1987
Mar 28, 1987 · 86 min
On this exciting edition of World Championship Wrestling, the build for the Jim Crockett Sr., Memorial Cup continues to build as several team make their stake in the tournament. Pl
World Championship Wrestling - Apr. 04, 1987
Apr 4, 1987 · 86 min
While several tag team combinations prepare for the Jim Crockett Sr. Memorial Cup, Jim Cornette decides to upgrade his Midnight Express by introducing a new and more youthful repla
World Championship Wrestling - Apr. 11, 1987
Apr 11, 1987 · 85 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, Ric Flair's persistent advances to acquire Precious end up causing problems for The Nature Boy while Gorgeous Jimmy Garvin sets his
World Championship Wrestling - Apr. 18, 1987
Apr 18, 1987 · 86 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, recap on recent events with highlights from the Jim Crockett Sr., Memorial Cup while NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair takes
World Championship Wrestling - May. 02, 1987
May 2, 1987 · 63 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, the tournament to crown new United States Tag Team Champions continues as Bob and Brad Armstrong take on The New Breed in a First R
World Championship Wrestling - May. 09, 1987
May 9, 1987 · 83 min
Having turned up the heat in his rivalry with Ronnie Garvin, Jim Cornette runs scared as Garvin vows to get some payback on The Louisville Lip. Plus, World Tag Team Champions Rick
World Championship Wrestling - May. 16, 1987
May 16, 1987 · 40 min
On this special edition of World Championship Wrestling, the NWA United States Tag Team Championships are on the line as Jim Cornette's Midnight Express takes on the duo of Barry W
World Championship Wrestling - May. 23, 1987
May 23, 1987 · 42 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, the upcoming 'Winner Take All' match between Dusty Rhodes and Tully Blanchard for World Television Championship is made official. P
World Championship Wrestling - May. 30, 1987
May 30, 1987 · 60 min
With everyone speculating whether or not Dusty Rhodes will be able to compete against Tully Blanchard in a 'Winner Take All' Television Championship match, an old friend pledges hi
World Championship Wrestling - Jun. 06, 1987
Jun 6, 1987 · 60 min
Just 24 hours away from The Four Horsemen's battle with The Fabulous Freebirds at The Omni, Ric Flair and Lex Luger demonstrate their ability to effectively compete as a unit as th
World Championship Wrestling - Jun. 13, 1987
Jun 13, 1987 · 42 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, witness the controversial 'Winner Takes All' matchup where Dusty Rhodes battled Tully Blanchard for the World Television Championsh
World Championship Wrestling - Jun. 20, 1987
Jun 20, 1987 · 89 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, more matches for The Great American Bash Tour are announced including the addition of painful stipulation to Tully Blanchard's matc
World Championship Wrestling - Jun. 27, 1987
Jun 27, 1987 · 85 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, The Great American Bash Tour kicks off with a special 'Dream Match' as Ronnie and Gorgeous Jimmy Garvin battle The Four Horsemen's
World Championship Wrestling - Jul. 04, 1987
Jul 4, 1987 · 88 min
Just hours before their team competes in a WarGames match at The Great American Bash, The Four Horsemen's Arn Anderson, Lex Luger, J.J. Dillon, and Television Champion Tully Blanch
World Championship Wrestling - Jul. 11, 1987
Jul 11, 1987 · 65 min
Following The Four Horsemen's defeat to Dusty Rhodes, Nikita Koloff, and The Road Warriors in the first ever WarGames match, James J. Dillon enlists a special asset to replace him
World Championship Wrestling - Jul. 18, 1987
Jul 18, 1987 · 60 min
As The Great American Bash Tour nears, this edition of World Championship Wrestling takes a look at Ric Flair defending his World Heavyweight Title against Gorgeous Jimmy Garvin in
World Championship Wrestling - Jul. 25, 1987
Jul 25, 1987 · 39 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair vows payback on Ronnie Garvin when it is revealed that his 'Dream Date' with Precious turn
World Championship Wrestling - Aug. 01, 1987
Aug 1, 1987 · 66 min
Following a tremendous Great American Bash Tour, tensions between The Rock 'n' Roll Express and The Four Horsemen explode when Ricky Morton takes exception to comments from World T
World Championship Wrestling - Aug. 08, 1987
Aug 8, 1987 · 88 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, stars from the Universal Wrestling Federation including UWF Heavyweight Champion Dr. Death Steve Williams, The Fabulous Freebirds,
World Championship Wrestling - Aug. 15, 1987
Aug 15, 1987 · 81 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, the rivalry between Ronnie Garvin and NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair is highlighted as Garvin continues his pursuit of Th
World Championship Wrestling - Aug. 22, 1987
Aug 22, 1987 · 62 min
On this special edition of World Championship Wrestling, several stars from all over the wrestling world compete before the fans of the NWA. Plus, The Fabulous Freebirds take on Th
World Championship Wrestling - Aug. 29, 1987
Aug 29, 1987 · 88 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, The Four Horsemen's Tully Blanchard defends his World Television Championship against Nikita Koloff in an incredible matchup. Plus,
World Championship Wrestling - Sep. 05, 1987
Sep 5, 1987 · 56 min
While questions abound over Dusty Rhodes' new move, World Television Champion Nikita Koloff makes his presence felt when United States Champions The Midnight Express compete in the
World Championship Wrestling - Sep. 12, 1987
Sep 12, 1987 · 81 min
On this edition of World Championship Wrestling, United States Tag Team Champion Bobby Eaton challenges Nikita Koloff for his World Television Championship. Plus, Barry Windham def
World Championship Wrestling - Sep. 19, 1987
Sep 19, 1987 · 80 min
The Four Horsemen's Tully Blanchard & Arn Anderson challenge The Rock 'n' Roll Express for their World Tag Team Championship in a No Disqualification main event. Plus, Lex Luger de
World Championship Wrestling - Sep. 26, 1987
Sep 26, 1987 · 55 min
Ric Flair defends his NWA World Heavyweight Championship against Ronnie Garvin. Tully Blanchard, The Sheepherders, Bugsy McGraw, and many more are in action. Plus, Florida Heavywei
World Championship Wrestling - Oct. 03, 1987
Oct 3, 1987 · 48 min
Nikita Koloff defends the NWA World Television Championship against El Negro in the main event. UWF World Television Champion Terry Taylor looks to make a bold statement. The Four
World Championship Wrestling - Oct. 10, 1987
Oct 10, 1987 · 83 min
Despite the UWF Commissioner's request for UWF World Television Champion Terry Taylor to return the stolen NWA World Television Championship to Nikita Koloff, Taylor resolves to de
World Championship Wrestling - Oct. 17, 1987
Oct 17, 1987 · 81 min
Sting makes a splash that will change the NWA forever. Terry Taylor puts the UWF World Television Championship on the line against Larry Stephens. World Tag Team Champions Arn Ande
World Championship Wrestling - Oct. 24, 1987
Oct 24, 1987 · 82 min
Dusty Rhodes promises to put his career on the line in an effort to avenge Johnny Weaver. After finding out that his Midnight Express will meet The Rock 'n' Roll Express in a Scaff
World Championship Wrestling - Oct. 31, 1987
Oct 31, 1987 · 82 min
Paul Ellering sits down with James J. Dillon to sign the contract for The Road Warriors to challenge Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard for the World Tag Team Championship at Starrcade
World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 07, 1987
Nov 7, 1987 · 82 min
Sting continues to make waves by taking to the ring for one-on-one action. With their eyes set on dominating the tag team division, UWF Tag Team Champions The Sheepherders compete
World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 14, 1987
Nov 14, 1987 · 81 min
Johnny Weaver finds his place in the upcoming Steel Cage Match between Dusty Rhodes and United States Champion Lex Luger. After making his first appearance on World Championship Wr
World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 21, 1987
Nov 21, 1987 · 82 min
With Starrcade '87 rapidly approaching, Dusty Rhodes vows to walk out of the big event with Lex Luger's United States Championship. Jim Cornette's Midnight Express in action. Magnu
World Championship Wrestling - Nov. 28, 1987
Nov 28, 1987 · 91 min
As Ric Flair begins his fifth reign as World Heavyweight Champion in the aftermath of Starrcade, newcomer Sting makes "The Nature Boy" aware of his golden intentions. Western State
World Championship Wrestling - Dec. 05, 1987
Dec 5, 1987 · 92 min
The Four Horsemen clash with The Fabulous Freebirds, as Michael P.S. Hayes takes to the ring to go one-on-one with World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair in the main event. Plus, Sti
World Championship Wrestling - Dec. 12, 1987
Dec 12, 1987 · 91 min
After going against his allies in The Four Horsemen during a Bunkhouse Stampede, United States Champion Lex Luger makes a decision to take his career in a different direction. Unit
World Championship Wrestling - Dec. 19, 1987
Dec 19, 1987 · 92 min
While problems between Lex Luger and The Four Horsemen continue, World Tag Team Champions Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard look to prove that they have never been stronger. With his
World Championship Wrestling - Dec. 26, 1987
Dec 26, 1987 · 91 min
Jim Cornette's Midnight Express put the United States Tag Team Championship on the line in a match against World Television Champion Nikita Koloff & United States Champion Dusty Rh