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WWE Heat: Season 1

22 episodes Premiered Aug 2, 1998 Updated Jul 21, 2026

WWE Heat is an American professional wrestling television program produced by World Wrestling Entertainment. The series debuted on August 2, 1998, and remained on the air until May 30, 2008. During its first season, the program captured the atmosphere of the Attitude Era, featuring exclusive matches involving prominent WWE Superstars. Notable performers featured during this period include The Rock, Stone Cold Steve A

Season overview

WWE Heat is an American professional wrestling television program produced by World Wrestling Entertainment. The series debuted on August 2, 1998, and remained on the air until May 30, 2008. During its first season, the program captured the atmosphere of the Attitude Era, featuring exclusive matches involving prominent WWE Superstars. Notable performers featured during this period include The Rock, Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Undertaker, and Mankind. In addition to regular competition, the program served as a platform for matches occurring immediately before WWE pay-per-view events. The show is classified under the action, adventure, and drama genres and carries a TV-PG rating. As a production of World Wrestling Entertainment, the program showcased the roster and storylines central to the company during the late 1990s. The series functioned as a recurring television broadcast that highlighted the athletic competition and character-driven narratives characteristic of the era. By providing content leading up to major events, the program played a specific role in the broader programming schedule of the organization. The archival record identifies the show as a significant component of the professional wrestling landscape during its decade-long run on television.

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Season 1 Episodes

Episode Guide

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Mytharc (3): Crucial lore & season climaxes
Core (19): Character development & subplots
Side Quest (0): Standalone / filler
S1·E1 Mytharc

August 2, 1998

Aug 2, 1998 · 45 min

On the premiere edition of Sunday Night Heat, Owen Hart and Intercontinental Champion The Rock represent The Nation in a Tag Team Match main event against Kane and Mankind. Edge co

S1·E2 Core

August 9, 1998

Aug 9, 1998 · 42 min

Mankind learns that looks can be deceiving when he calls out The Undertaker to face him in the main event. X-Pac takes to the ring to represent D-Generation X in a match against Li

S1·E3 Core

August 16, 1998

Aug 16, 1998 · 44 min

Speculation over Kane and The Undertaker's relationship causes problems for Stone Cold. DX faces Southern Justice in the main event.

S1·E4 Core

August 23, 1998

Aug 23, 1998 · 40 min

The Rock answers Triple H's recent challenge. X-Pac looks to settle a score with Jeff Jarrett. D'Lo Brown defends the European Title.

S1·E5 Core

August 30, 1998

Aug 30, 1998 · 33 min

As the gates of hell swing open at the site of SummerSlam, WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin eagerly awaits the arrival of Kane and The Undertaker. Jeff Jarrett & Southern Jus

S1·E6 Core

September 6, 1998

Sep 6, 1998 · 46 min

With the destructive duo of Kane and The Undertaker on his side, Mr. McMahon takes to the ring to unveil his master plan to end "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's reign as WWE Champion. D

S1·E7 Core

September 13, 1998

Sep 13, 1998 · 46 min

WWE Champion Stone Cold Steve Austin looks to give Ken Shamrock what he wants. X-Pac faces Jeff Jarrett in a Lumberjack Match main event.

S1·E8 Core

September 20, 1998

Sep 20, 1998 · 45 min

Kane and The Undertaker continue to prove why they are the most destructive force in WWE when they battle The Disciples of Apocalypse. D-Generation X takes on Jeff Jarrett, Owen Ha

S1·E9 Core

September 27, 1998

Sep 27, 1998 · 43 min

Mr. McMahon looks to make Stone Cold Steve Austin meet Mark Henry inside a steel cage. Plus, Golga, The DOA, and many more in action!

S1·E10 Core

October 4, 1998

Oct 4, 1998 · 43 min

Stone Cold Steve Austin goes on a destructive rampage before taking a ringside seat to watch The Rock face Jeff Jarrett in the main event.

S1·E11 Core

October 11, 1998

Oct 11, 1998 · 43 min

Stone Cold Steve Austin battles D'Lo Brown in the main event. Road Dogg Jesse James looks for retribution in a match against Jeff Jarrett.

S1·E12 Core

October 18, 1998

Oct 18, 1998 · 41 min

Mr. McMahon reminds Stone Cold Steve Austin of his responsibilities. Triple H presents the Intercontinental Title to Ken Shamrock.

S1·E13 Core

October 25, 1998

Oct 25, 1998 · 37 min

The deranged teams with a degenerate when Mankind & European Champion X-Pac unite to take on D'Lo Brown & Intercontinental Champion Ken Shamrock in the main event. Plus, Brian Chri

S1·E14 Core

November 1, 1998

Nov 1, 1998 · 44 min

Amidst the turmoil within his family, Shane McMahon seizes an opportunity to express his vision for WWE on this special edition of Sunday Night Heat dedicated to Mr. McMahon. Durin

S1·E15 Core

November 8, 1998

Nov 8, 1998 · 44 min

Mr. McMahon gives The Rock something to fight for. The Undertaker makes an example out of European Champion X-Pac.

S1·E16 Core

November 15, 1998

Nov 15, 1998 · 42 min

With the likes of Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Rock, The Undertaker and many more set to compete in the tournament to crown the new WWE Champion at Survivor Series, Mr. McMahon loo

S1·E17 Core

November 22, 1998

Nov 22, 1998 · 44 min

Mankind unveils a present for Mr. McMahon. Val Venis challenges Ken Shamrock for the Intercontinental Championship in the main event.

S1·E18 Core

November 29, 1998

Nov 29, 1998 · 45 min

As the rivalry between D-Generation X and The Corporation intensifies, Mr. McMahon looks to recruit two unlikely individuals to join his stable of allies. The Undertaker and Paul B

S1·E19 Core

December 6, 1998

Dec 6, 1998 · 42 min

Stone Cold Steve Austin takes a ringside seat to watch The Undertaker face Mankind in the main event. The Corporation battles The Brood.

S1·E20 Core

December 13, 1998

Dec 13, 1998 · 43 min

Mr. McMahon makes another guarantee. The Rock seeks medical attention before defending the WWE Title against Mankind at Rock Bottom.

S1·E21 Mytharc

December 20, 1998

Dec 20, 1998 · 44 min

Tensions between D-Generation X and The Corporation reach an all-time high when WWE Champion The Rock and WWE Tag Team Champions Big Boss Man & Ken Shamrock battle Mankind in a Han

S1·E22 Mytharc

December 27, 1998

Dec 27, 1998 · 44 min

With Kane now The Corporation's personal weapon of destruction, Mr. McMahon orders The Big Red Machine to make an example out of European Champion X-Pac in the main event. Ken Sham

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