Raw: 1996
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Season 4 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Raw Season 4 continues the overarching saga across 51 episodes.
- Character alliances, factions, and personal loyalties undergo significant shifts under escalating stakes.
- Addresses unresolved cliffhangers and thematic mysteries introduced during previous seasons.
- Establishes the primary seasonal conflict that drives serialized character arcs toward the finale.
Season overview
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Episode Guide
Season 4 Progress Shield
January 1, 1996
Jan 1, 1996 · 46 min
In the first ever Raw Bowl Elimination Match, WWE Tag Team Champions The Smoking Gunns take to the ring to battle four formidable teams. Plus, Diesel goes one-on-one with King Mabe
January 8, 1996
Jan 8, 1996 · 46 min
Questions surround the future of Shawn Michaels wrestling career as the Heartbreak Kid makes a shocking announcement. Ted Dibiase introduces a true master of the ring to be his new
January 15, 1996
Jan 15, 1996 · 45 min
Dr. Isaac Yankem battles The Undertaker. Anticipation builds for Shawn Michaels' return. Razor Ramon's rivalry with Goldust escalates. Plus, The Ringmaster takes on Matt Hardy, The
January 22, 1996
Jan 22, 1996 · 45 min
Jim Cornette's newest client delivers a message to President Gorilla Monsoon. Bret Hart faces Goldust in the main event.
January 29, 1996
Jan 29, 1996 · 44 min
With President Gorilla Monsoon out of commission thanks to a recent attack at the hands of Vader, WWE pays the piper as they enlist a new acting president. Jim Cornette enlists the
February 5, 1996
Feb 5, 1996 · 45 min
Shawn Michaels & Diesel take on Yokozuna & British Bulldog. As Bret Hart defends his WWE Championship against the Undertaker in the main event, another giant makes his presence fel
February 19, 1996
Feb 19, 1996 · 45 min
As the Undertaker looks to lay Tatanka to rest in the main event, Diesel seals his own fate with the Deadman. Razor Ramon shows that getting his hands on championship gold isn't wo
February 26, 1996
Feb 26, 1996 · 46 min
WWE President "Rowdy" Roddy Piper announces the stipulation for the WWE Championship Match at WrestleMania XII. Yokozuna's recent falling out with Jim Cornette earns him a Handicap
March 4, 1996
Mar 4, 1996 · 46 min
Shawn Michaels takes on the 1-2-3 Kid. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper welcomes Goldust to be his guest on a new edition of Piper's Pit. Plus, Justin Hawk Bradshaw in action. The WWE Universe
March 11, 1996
Mar 11, 1996 · 45 min
The WWE Universe gets a special look at the training of both Shawn Michaels and WWE Champion Bret Hart as they prepare for their Iron Man Match at WrestleMania. Plus, the Ultimate
March 18, 1996
Mar 18, 1996 · 46 min
WWE Champion Bret Hart meets Tatanka in the main event. As the road to WrestleMania XII continues, Diesel begins to realize the gravity of his impending match with The Undertaker.
March 25, 1996
Mar 25, 1996 · 45 min
Shawn Michaels and Bret Hart find themselves at odds when Hart tries to lend a hand in The Heartbreak Kid's match against Leif Cassidy. Undertaker and Paul Bearer deliver their fin
April 1, 1996
Apr 1, 1996 · 46 min
New WWE Champion Shawn Michaels kicks off his inaugural title reign and acknowledges his next challengers. After weeks of cryptic messages, Mankind makes his debut. As The Undertak
April 8, 1996
Apr 8, 1996 · 48 min
The Ultimate Warrior makes his triumphant return to WWE. WWE Champion Shawn Michaels takes on Jerry "The King" Lawler with Diesel looming ringside. Giants collide when Yokozuna goe
April 15, 1996
Apr 15, 1996 · 49 min
Bret Hart reflects on his controversial defeat at WrestleMania. Now that Vader's path of destruction has claimed Yokozuna, Jim Cornette's most devastating client sets his sights on
April 22, 1996
Apr 22, 1996 · 43 min
Diesel delivers a message to his old friend Shawn Michaels. As Savio Vega challenges Goldust for the Intercontinental Championship, he may find out that vengeance is best served "S
April 29, 1996
Apr 29, 1996 · 48 min
WWE Champion Shawn Michaels finds himself on the receiving end of the British Bulldog's bite after Jim Cornette makes some shocking allegations against The Heartbreak Kid. Mankind
May 6, 1996
May 6, 1996 · 49 min
After scandalous allegations were made against WWE Champion Shawn Michaels, another woman comes forward to further discredit the integrity of The Heartbreak Kid. Goldust learns the
May 13, 1996
May 13, 1996 · 49 min
Goldust looks to shine his spotlight on the Undertaker with help from Mankind. WWE Champion Shawn Michaels looks to take out his recent frustrations in a match against Hunter Hears
May 20, 1996
May 20, 1996 · 47 min
WWE Champion Shawn Michaels ignores the bark of the British Bulldog and welcomes his bite as he provides color commentary for the Bulldog's match against Jake "The Snake" Roberts.
May 27, 1996
May 27, 1996 · 49 min
King of the Ring qualifying matches kick off as several WWE Superstars including the Ultimate Warrior, Vader, and more begin a quest for the crown. Ahmed Johnson receives a taste o
June 3, 1996
Jun 3, 1996 · 45 min
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin looks to advance in the first round of the King of the Ring tournament. As Austin continues his quest for the crown, Jake "The Snake" Roberts begins his o
June 10, 1996
Jun 10, 1996 · 49 min
The Undertaker goes one-on-one with the British Bulldog. As Jerry "The King" Lawler looks for a creative way out of his upcoming match with the Ultimate Warrior, he finds his integ
June 17, 1996
Jun 17, 1996 · 49 min
The quarter-finals of the King of the Ring Tournament kick off, including "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Jake "The Snake" Roberts, and more. Jim Cornette announces the perfect referee
June 24, 1996
Jun 24, 1996 · 49 min
Newly-crowned King of the Ring "Stone Cold" Steve Austin faces The Undertaker. Savio Vega teams up with Aldo Montoya & the Brooklyn Brawler to take on three of Jim Cornette's fines
July 1, 1996
Jul 1, 1996 · 48 min
Goldust shows Marc Mero just how wild he can be when they meet in the main event. WWE Champion Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with his former tag team partner Marty Jannetty. After
July 8, 1996
Jul 8, 1996 · 48 min
After WWE President Gorilla Monsoon suspends the Ultimate Warrior, WWE Champion Shawn Michaels and Intercontinental Champion Ahmed Johnson turn to a partner with a vicious streak t
July 15, 1996
Jul 15, 1996 · 48 min
WWE Tag Team Champions The Smoking Gunns receive a pair of golden opportunities as Bart challenges Ahmed Johnson for the Intercontinental Championship and Billy faces Shawn Michael
July 22, 1996
Jul 22, 1996 · 49 min
Shawn Michaels & Ahmed Johnson take on The Smoking Gunns for the WWE Tag Team Championship. With Vader now scheduled to meet Michaels for the WWE Championship at SummerSlam, Jim Co
July 29, 1996
Jul 29, 1996 · 48 min
Undertaker battles "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. While Vader looks for another victory on his road to SummerSlam, Jim Cornette calls out Jose Lothario for a face-to-face confrontation
August 5, 1996
Aug 5, 1996 · 46 min
A Raw Invitational Battle Royal is held to see who will face the WWE Champion after SummerSlam. Shawn Michaels sits down for a one-on-one interview. The rivalry between Mankind a
August 12, 1996
Aug 12, 1996 · 48 min
WWE Champion Shawn Michaels warms up for his SummerSlam match with Vader by taking on another one of Camp Cornette's finest. Ahmed Johnson gives an update on his in-ring future. WW
August 19, 1996
Aug 19, 1996 · 46 min
WWE Champion Shawn Michaels battles Yokozuna. Paul Bearer explains why he turned on the Undertaker to side with the deranged Mankind. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin competes against Gol
September 6, 1996
Sep 6, 1996 · 45 min
On this special Championship Friday edition of Raw, Goldust challenges Shawn Michaels for the WWE Championship. As Mark Henry's receives his first challenge from Jerry "The King" L
September 9, 1996
Sep 9, 1996 · 46 min
The Undertaker goes one-on-one with Salvatore Sincere. Savio Vega faces off against Faarooq in first round matchup in the Intercontinental Championship Tournament. As Brian Pillman
September 16, 1996
Sep 16, 1996 · 49 min
The tournament for the Intercontinental Championship reaches the semi-finals as Sycho Sid battles Faarooq. While Brian Pillman's promises to bring about an interview with Bret Hart
September 23, 1996
Sep 23, 1996 · 48 min
The finals of the Intercontinental Championship Tournament see "Wildman" Marc Mero battle Faarooq. The Undertaker has a grave message for Mankind and Paul Bearer. Plus, The Stalker
September 30, 1996
Sep 30, 1996 · 47 min
Shawn Michaels & Jose Lothario take on Vader & Jim Cornette. As Jake "The Snake" Roberts battles "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, his problems with Jerry "The King" Lawler escalate. "The
October 7, 1996
Oct 7, 1996 · 49 min
Sycho Sid takes on Goldust. The New and Improved Rockers flex their in-ring abilities in a match against The Smoking Gunns. After recently being revealed to be the voice behind Dou
October 14, 1996
Oct 14, 1996 · 48 min
Stone Cold Steve Austin and WWE Champion Shawn Michaels face off in the main event. The Undertaker and Mankind deliver their last remarks.
October 21, 1996
Oct 21, 1996 · 49 min
Bret Hart returns and makes some stunning proclamations about his WWE future. While Mr. Perfect is scheduled to take on Hunter Hearst Helmsley in the main event, a plot is revealed
October 28, 1996
Oct 28, 1996 · 49 min
WWE Champion Shawn Michaels takes on Tag Team Champion The British Bulldog. With Bret Hart at his home in Calgary and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin at WWE Studios, both men are intervi
November 4, 1996
Nov 4, 1996 · 49 min
Brian Pillman prepares to give an interview via satellite from his home while he recuperates from his recent injury. However, things take a dangerous turn when Pillman and his fami
November 11, 1996
Nov 11, 1996 · 47 min
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin takes on Bob "Spark Plugg" Holly in the main event. The problems between WWE Champion Shawn Michaels and Sycho Sid reach a boiling point when they team up
November 18, 1996
Nov 18, 1996 · 49 min
New WWE Champion Sycho Sid speaks about his victory over Shawn Michaels and sends a message to Bret Hart. When The Executioner targets "Stone Cold" Steve Austin in his confrontatio
November 25, 1996
Nov 25, 1996 · 45 min
While Bret Hart looks to settle a sibling rivalry in one-on-one action, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin shows the "Hit Man" that their problems are far from over. From his home in San An
December 2, 1996
Dec 2, 1996 · 47 min
Billy Gunn and Intercontinental Champion Hunter Hearst Helmsley take on Marc Mero & Jake "The Snake" Roberts. Shawn Michaels joins the show via satellite for a special interview. P
December 9, 1996
Dec 9, 1996 · 48 min
The Undertaker and Mankind battle in a No Holds Barred main event. While Bret Hart prepares for his upcoming WWE Championship opportunity at In Your House, the "Hit Man" gives an i
December 16, 1996
Dec 16, 1996 · 47 min
A frustrated Bret Hart lashes out on his rivals and adopts a new attitude with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin becoming the object of his wrath. Sibling rivalry goes too far when Bart an
December 23, 1996
Dec 23, 1996 · 47 min
WWE Champion Sycho Sid shows the WWE Universe the meaning of attitude during an interview. Shawn Michaels expresses his feelings about the WWE Championship picture. Bret Hart walks
December 30, 1996
Dec 30, 1996 · 49 min
Shawn Michaels and Bret Hart come face-to-face in a special interview. When "Stone Cold" Steve Austin teams up with Faarooq to battle Jesse James & Savio Vega. Plus, Goldust takes