WWE Raw

- Season 5

(1997)

Bret Hart goes one on one with the man they call Vader in a huge main event as Shawn Michaels watches from ringside. However, when Sycho Sid targets another member of the Lothario family, the Heartbreak Kid retaliates.

Shawn Michaels and WWF Champion Sycho Sid give their final thoughts on their upcoming match. As the Undertaker takes on Crush in the Main event, the Nation of Domination looks to lay the Deadman to rest.

Following his highly controversial loss in the Royal Rumble match, a frustrated Bret Hart lashes out and bids farewell to the WWF. However, President Gorilla Monsoon looks to lure the "Hitman" back with a title shot.

Before Shawn Michaels can celebrate his reign as the new WWF Champion , the Heartbreak Kid is greeted by the four men who are hell-bent on taking the title from him. In the Main event, Mankind and Vader team up.

Bret Hart's newly adopted attitude continues to put him at odds with his fellow superstars including WWF champion Shawn Michaels. With managers barred from ringside, Mark Mero gets one last opportunity at the Intercontinental Championship.

Shawn Michaels surrenders the WWF championship.

Brett Hart defends his newly won WWF Championship against Sycho Sid. But before the "Hit Man" can face this tall order, "Stone Cold " Steve Austin looks to strike first. Plus, an update on Shawn Michaels' recent injury.

Back where it all began in New York City's famed Manhattan Center, Monday Night Raw gets hardcore as ECW invades the WWF. In response to Jerry "The King" Lawler's challenge, Paul E. Dangerously and several ECW stars make their presence felt.

The British Bulldog faces his tag team partner Owen Hart in the final round of the tournament to crown the first ever European Champion. Bret Hart takes on Hunter Hearst Helmsley. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin appears.

WWF Champion Sycho Sid and The Undertaker must put aside their differences as they team up against Vader and Mankind. The rivalry between "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Bret Hart escalates when a special guest shows up.

Bret Hart competes in a steel cage match with Sycho Sid for the WWF Championship. Plus, Hunter Hearst Helmsley battles Flash Funk, Vader takes on the British Bulldog, and Shawn Michaels returns with his smile.

Bret Hart discusses his recent change in attitude and sends a message to his fans in the United States. The Undertaker looks to usher in a new era of darkness after recapturing the WWF Championship from Sycho Sid.

As Bret Hart faces Rocky Maivia for the Intercontinental Championship in the main event, the rest of the Hart family joins the foundation of his crusade against the United States. Paul Bearer pleads for forgiveness from The Undertaker.

"Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Mankind battle in the main event. The WWF fans get a look at how dangerous Ken Shamrock really is when he takes on Vernon White in a no holds barred match.

This edition of Raw features matches from both the United States and South Africa. Ahmed Johnson gets his hands on another member of the Nation of Domination when he takes on Crush. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin appears.

"Stone Cold" Steve Austin battles Bret Hart in a street fight, but the Hart Foundation has a surprise for the Rattlesnake. The Undertaker faces Hunter Hearst Helmsley in the main event. Plus, Ahmed Johnson.

Brian Pillman reveals a more spiritual side of himself when he sides with the Hart Foundation. The British Bulldog faces WWF Champion the Undertaker. An injured Bret Hart resolves to get even with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin.

The Hart Foundation's anti-American crusade continues as they set their sites on Shawn Michaels. The British Bulldog goes one on one with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin in the main event. Plus, Vader takes on Goldust.

Bret Hart calls out Shawn Michaels. Weeks after being burned by the Undertaker, Paul Bearer returns with Mankind to deliver a grave warning to the Deadman. Plus, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin comes to the aid of someone.

Hart Foundation members Owen Hart and the British Bulldog offer "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Shawn Michaels a chance at the Tag Team Championship next week. WWF Champion The Undertaker warns Paul Bearer to stay out of his way.

After weeks of threats, Paul Bearer looks to bring the Undertaker to his knees when he prepares to reveal a secret from the Deadman's past. Despite their recent issues, Shawn Michaels and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin take on Owen Hart and Davey Boy Smith for the Tag Team Championship.

With The Undertaker reluctantly aligned with Paul Bearer, Sycho Sid challenges him for the WWF Championship. The rivalry between Shawn Michaels and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin gets interesting after Bret Hart states his intentions.

After being crowned the 1997 King of the Ring, Hunter Hearst Helmsley looks to begin his ascension to the top of the WWF. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin faces the Hart Foundation's Brian Pillman. Faarooq promises to reform the Nation of Domination. Plus, ECW returns to confront Jerry "The King" Lawler and Rob Van Dam.

Ahmed Johnson reveals his allegiance when he teams with The Undertaker to face Faarooq and Kama Mustafa. With the members of the Hart Foundation handcuffed at ringside, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin finally gets his chance at revenge.

The Undertaker's temper gets the better of him when Paul Bearer forces the Deadman to team with Vader against two members of the Nation of Domination. Mankind dedicates his match against the British Bulldog to someone.

Paul Bearer reveals a dark secret about the Undertaker's childhood. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin battles the Hart Foundation's Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart. The war between the Nation of Domination and the Disciples of the Apocalypse heats up.

The Hart Foundation receives another warm reception in Canada. After weeks of trying to be "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's partner, Mankind is treated to a stunning lesson courtesy of the Rattlesnake. Plus, Bret Hart takes on Goldust.

The Hart Foundation's Owen Hart and British Bulldog challenge "Stone Cold" Steve Austin for the Tag Team Championship in the main event. After weeks of absence, Shawn Michaels returns to share his thoughts.

In the Hart Foundation's homeland of Canada, the Canadian heroes face the Undertaker, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, and Dude Love in a flag match. Tensions arise as Shawn Michaels makes a controversial announcement.

Bret Hart goes one on one with the Patriot. The British Bulldog looks to give Ken Shamrock a taste of defeat in an arm wrestling match. Plus, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Dude Love defend their Tag Team Championship.

A new Commissioner is appointed to teach a lesson in respect to the Hart Foundation . Shawn Michaels embraces a new attitude while earning a new enemy. With "Stone Cold" Steve Austin suffering a career threatening injury, who will step up and take his place?

Shawn Michaels promises to reveal his special insurance policy when he returns to action against Mankind. Vince McMahon interviews Dude Love. The Nation of Domination welcomes it's newest member.

One of the most infamous factions in WWF history is formed as Shawn Michaels teams with Hunter Hearst Helmsley against the Undertaker and Mankind. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin gives an update on his condition.

Commissioner Slaughter learns an injured Rattlesnake's strike is the most vicious when he suspends "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. The Undertaker warns Shawn Michaels that their rivalry will not rest in peace.

WWF Champion Bret Hart and European Champion the British Bulldog challenge the Headbangers for the Tag Team Championship. Jerry Lawler receive some stunning news when he conducts a special in ring interview with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin.

From Madison Square Garden, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin ignites the most storied rivalry in WWF history with a single Stunner. The Intercontinental Championship Tournament continues when Ahmed Johnson takes on Rocky Maivia.

Shawn Michaels and his pals disrupt order in the WWF, but Commissioner Slqughter gets the last laugh as he forces Hunter Hearst Helmsley to battle the Undertaker. As Mr. McMahon considers disciplining "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, the Rattlesnake offers the owner of the WWF a choice.

The WWF mourns the untimely passing of Brian Pillman. The Hart Foundation come face-to-face with Shawn Michaels and his band of degenerates as Bret Hart faces Hunter Hearst Helmsley in the main event.

One of the most controversial groups in WWF history is born as Shawn Michaels and his allies form D-Generation X to target the Hart Foundation. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's future is decided as he signs a contract with Vince McMahon.

DX looks to cause dissension in the Hart Foundation. The Undertaker insists that he will never fight his brother Kane. Following a lackluster run in WCW, Jeff Jarrett returns and speaks his mind. Plus, Shawn Michaels stirs up trouble.

Shawn Michaels pushes the envelope even when he decides to show the WWF fans another side of himself. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin stops at nothing to protect his Survivor Series opportunity.

Shawn Michaels goes one-on-one with Ken Shamrock in the main event. Ahmed Johnson finds himself in the middle of Kane's path of destruction when he looks for payback on "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Plus, Goldust and Marlena sit down for a heartfelt interview with Jim Ross.

Following one of the most controversial matches in sports entertainment, there is a new WWF Champion in Shawn Michaels. The Rock issues a challenge to "Stone Cold " Steve Austin for his Intercontinental Championship.

Mr. McMahon sits down with Jim Ross to share his side of what happened with Bret Hart at Survivor Series. Hunter Hearst Helmsley shows Commissioner Slaughter how much DX respects his authority. The Rock looks to defeat Dude Love in the main event.

After DX's reenactment of Survivor Series comes up short, WWF Champion Shawn Michaels makes a special offer to Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart. The New Age Outlaws challenge the Legion of Doom for the Tag Team Championship.

Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart takes on Triple H. While the New Age Outlaws begin their reign as Tag Team Champions, the Legion of Doom goes on a hunt for vengeance. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin gets the best of his rival.

"Stone Cold" Steve Austin reveals his championship aspirations. With most of their enemies gone from the WWF, D-Generation X turn their attention to the sole survivor of the Hart Foundation, Owen Hart. Plus, many other matches.

Steve Austin shows The Rock what the Intercontinental Championship means to him. DX and The New Age Outlaws pay tribute to LOD.

When DX gives WWF fans a special Christmas present, Commissioner Slaughter gives the duo a gift of his own by ordering Shawn Michaels to defend his European Championship against Triple H in the main event.

"Stone Cold" Steve Austin faces The Artist Formerly Known as Goldust. With Triple H out of action due to a knee injury, Commissioner Slaughter orders Shawn Michaels to take his place in the main event against Owen Hart.