WCW Monday Nitro: Season 5
Season 5 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 WCW Monday Nitro Season 4.
- 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.
Episode Guide
Season 5 Progress Shield
January 4, 1999
Jan 4, 1999
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
January 11, 1999
Jan 11, 1999
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
January 18, 1999
Jan 18, 1999
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
January 25, 1999
Jan 25, 1999
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
February 1, 1999
Feb 1, 1999
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 extrem
February 8, 1999
Feb 8, 1999
Ric Flair has a special message for Hollywood Hogan. Flair teams with Steve McMichael to take on Scott Hall & Kevin Nash in the main event. Bret Hart battles “Rowdy” Roddy Piper. R
February 15, 1999
Feb 15, 1999
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 Ho
February 22, 1999
Feb 22, 1999
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? Chr
March 1, 1999
Mar 1, 1999
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
March 8, 1999
Mar 8, 1999
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 face
March 15, 1999
Mar 15, 1999
A huge tag team match headlines this episode of Nitro when ‘Nature Boy’ Ric Flair joins forces with Goldberg to take on Hollywood Hulk Hogan and Kevin Nash. Chris Jericho goes one
March 22, 1999
Mar 22, 1999
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.
March 29, 1999
Mar 29, 1999
On a special Nitro from Canada, Bret Hart gives Goldberg the opportunity he’s been waiting for. However, appearances may be deceiving. Hollywood Hogan challenges Ric Flair for the
April 5, 1999
Apr 5, 1999
WCW unveils its bold new look to the world. Goldberg introduces his version of a lottery to see who he will face at Spring Stampede. The United States Championship tournament rolls
April 12, 1999
Apr 12, 1999
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 f
April 19, 1999
Apr 19, 1999
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
April 26, 1999
Apr 26, 1999
With Ric Flair now a patient in a mental hospital, a battle for control of WCW begins between Commissioner “Rowdy” Roddy Piper and the new WCW President Charles Robinson. Sting set
May 3, 1999
May 3, 1999
Tensions escalate between Ric Flair and “Rowdy” Roddy Piper as Flair makes his return to Nitro. Things come to head within the New World Order when a bounty is placed on Kevin Nash
May 17, 1999
May 17, 1999
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 Hea
May 24, 1999
May 24, 1999
“Rowdy'”Roddy Piper makes “Macho Man” Randy Savage answer for his recent attacks on WCW Superstars. Buff Bagwell challenges Rick Steiner for the Television Championship while a Bat
May 31, 1999
May 31, 1999
From the Ultimate Fighting world, Tank Abbott comes to WCW to serve as referee in a Steel Cage Match between Sting and Rick Steiner. “Rowdy” Roddy Piper causes a rift in The Four H
June 7, 1999
Jun 7, 1999
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 B
June 14, 1999
Jun 14, 1999
The WCW President introduces his new Vice-President, which causes some superstars to take exception. WCW Champion Kevin Nash offers Sid Vicious an opportunity at his title. Master
June 21, 1999
Jun 21, 1999
“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
June 28, 1999
Jun 28, 1999
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 m
July 5, 1999
Jul 5, 1999
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 retur
July 12, 1999
Jul 12, 1999
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
July 19, 1999
Jul 19, 1999
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
July 26, 1999
Jul 26, 1999
Hollywood Hogan & Sting battle Kevin Nash & Sid Vicious. Goldberg makes his in-ring return to face Curt Hennig. Plus, “Macho Man” Randy Savage looks for payback on Dennis Rodman, t
August 2, 1999
Aug 2, 1999
Sting looks for revenge against Sid Vicious and Rick Steiner, and asks for help from Goldberg. The rivalries between Hollywood Hogan and Kevin Nash, as well as between “Macho Man”
August 9, 1999
Aug 9, 1999
WCW Champion Hollywood Hogan offers a unique stipulation to his match with Kevin Nash at Road Wild. Hogan teams with Sting & Goldberg to take on Nash, Sid Vicious & Rick Steiner. A
August 16, 1999
Aug 16, 1999
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
August 23, 1999
Aug 23, 1999
As Sting prepares to challenge Hollywood Hogan for the WCW World Heavyweight Championship in the main event, an old friend arouses The Icon’s suspicions by expressing distrust for
August 30, 1999
Aug 30, 1999
While Hulk Hogan once again wears the red and yellow, Lex Luger looks to prove that the Hulkster’s heart is still black. With Hogan’s true motives called into question, Sting is fa
September 6, 1999
Sep 6, 1999
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 a
September 13, 1999
Sep 13, 1999
Ric Flair returns to WCW and has a confrontation with new World Champion Sting and Lex Luger. However, they may have their hands full with Bret Hart and the former champion Hulk Ho
September 20, 1999
Sep 20, 1999
As Ric Flair looks for revenge against Sting, he must first go through Diamond Dallas Page. The rivalry between Goldberg and Sid Vicious grows as both men continue to plow through
September 27, 1999
Sep 27, 1999
WCW Champion Sting tries to ensure Hulk Hogan won’t make it to Halloween Havoc. Ric Flair & Bret Hart team up in a handicap match against three formidable opponents. The rivalry be
October 4, 1999
Oct 4, 1999
Hulk Hogan & Ric Flair team up to face Lex Luger and WCW Champion Sting. As the mind games between Sid Vicious and Goldberg continue, a pair of familiar faces play some games of th
October 11, 1999
Oct 11, 1999
There may be a no contact clause in the match contract between Goldberg and Sid Vicious leading into Halloween Havoc, but one of them will have the last laugh. The Outsiders contin
October 18, 1999
Oct 18, 1999
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 gu
October 25, 1999
Oct 25, 1999
The WCW Heavyweight Championship is vacant and up for grabs in a tournament involving WCW’s top Superstars. The returning Jeff Jarrett may have to face the music when Lex Luger dem
November 1, 1999
Nov 1, 1999
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
November 8, 1999
Nov 8, 1999
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 so
November 15, 1999
Nov 15, 1999
While The Powers That Be establish their dominance over WCW’s locker room, Kevin Nash has to answer to Sid Vicious. The Revolution and the Filthy Animals square off in a steel cage
November 22, 1999
Nov 22, 1999
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
November 29, 1999
Nov 29, 1999
The Powers That Be continue to shake things up. Goldberg continues to set his sights on taking out The Outsiders. Bret Hart puts the WCW World Heavyweight Championship on the line
December 6, 1999
Dec 6, 1999
Jeff Jarrett looks to prove that he is ‘The Chosen One’ against Goldberg but Dustin Rhodes may have something to say about it. Bret Hart defends his WCW Title against Lex Luger. Th
December 13, 1999
Dec 13, 1999
With Starrcade rapidly approaching, The Outsiders look to regain championship gold when they challenge Goldberg and WCW Champion Bret Hart for the WCW Tag Team Championship. Dustin
December 20, 1999
Dec 20, 1999
Lies and betrayal follow a controversial Starrcade as it becomes apparent that The Powers That Be screwed Goldberg out of the WCW Championship. Out of this chaos comes the retireme
December 27, 1999 - New Year's Evil
Dec 27, 1999
The recent reincarnation of the New World Order looks to once again dominate WCW. Scott Steiner returns to prove that appearances can be deceiving. In the absence of Sting, Lex Lug
Nitro Millenium Special
Dec 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.