Season
WWE Friday Night SmackDown: Season 12
Overview
The Straight Edge Society continues to recruit new members. The Nexus rises. The Superstars of Raw and SmackDown look for Bragging Rights. All this and more in the 2010 season of Smackdown.
Details
- Series
- WWE Friday Night SmackDown
- Season
- Season 12
- Air date
- 2010-01-01
- Episodes
- 53 episodes
Episodes
Episode 1: SmackDown - Jan. 01, 2010
Several Superstars compete in a series of Beat the Clock Challenges to determine the new No. 1 Contender for the World Heavyweight Championship. Drew McIntyre puts the Intercontinental Championship on the line in memorable confrontation with John Morrison. Plus, Beth Phoenix, Matt Hardy, and many more in action.
Episode 2: SmackDown - Jan. 08, 2010
Rey Mysterio battles Batista in the main event to see who will face World Heavyweight Champion The Undertaker at the Royal Rumble. CM Punk's self-righteous crusade throughout WWE continues as he looks to add another lost soul to his Straight Edge Society. R-Truth partners with Cryme Tyme to take on The Hart Dynasty. All this and much more.
Episode 3: SmackDown - Jan. 15, 2010
After The Undertaker's interference cost both men a chance to become the new No. 1 Contender for the World Heavyweight Championship, Batista and Rey Mysterio meet in a Steel Cage Match main event to finally determine who will challenge The Deadman for his title at the Royal Rumble. Chris Jericho faces John Morrison and more.
Episode 4: SmackDown - Jan. 22, 2010
When Rey Mysterio calls out The Undertaker before they meet for the World Heavyweight Championship at the Royal Rumble, The Ultimate Underdog finds him face-to-face with a different kind of animal. CM Punk's Straight Edge Society continues to grow after a unknown woman pledges her allegiance to his teachings and much more.
Episode 5: SmackDown - Jan. 29, 2010
Triple H goes one-on-one with CM Punk as Shawn Michaels faces Rey Mysterio in the main event. In a No Disqualification Match, John Morrison once again challenges Drew McIntyre for the Intercontinental Championship. Plus, Chris Jericho collides with R-Truth, Women's Champion Michelle McCool continues to taunt Mikie James, and much more action.
Episode 6: SmackDown - Feb. 05, 2010
Edge addresses his opportunity at WrestleMania XXVI on The Cutting Edge. Rey Mysterio, John Morrison, Chris Jericho and many more Superstars compete in a series of matches in the hopes of qualifying for the Elimination Chamber. Just days after capturing the Women's Championship, Mickie James teams with Beth Phoenix to take on LayCool.
Episode 7: SmackDown - Feb. 12, 2010
Chris Jericho goes one-on-one with World Heavyweight Champion The Undertaker in a No Disqualification Match. With his Straight Edge Society in his corner, CM Punk takes to the ring to face off against Rey Mysterio. Plus, Women's Champion Mickie James meets both members of LayCool in a 2-on-1 Handicap Match and John Morrison takes on R-Truth.
Episode 8: SmackDown - Feb. 19, 2010
Edge tries to avoid the Undertaker's wrath during a main event match against Batista. CM Punk makes in intentions for Elimination Chamber known and joins with his Straight Edge Society disciple Luke Gallows to take on John Morrison & R- Truth. Matt Hardy & The Great Khali team with Maria Kanellis in a Mixed Tag Team Match against The Hart Dynasty.
Episode 9: SmackDown - Feb. 26, 2010
Edge and United States Champion The Miz tangle in the main event. Drew McIntyre, Dolph Ziggler, R-Truth, John Morrison, Kane, CM Punk, and Shelton Benjamin all compete in Money in the Bank Qualifying Matches. Women's Champion Mickie James defends her title against Michelle McCool with special guest referee Vickie Guerrero.
Episode 10: SmackDown - Mar. 05, 2010
John Morrison & R-Truth battle The Hart Dynasty and Cryme Tyme in a Triple Threat Tag Team Match for a chance at challenging ShoMiz for the Unified WWE Tag Team Titles at WrestleMania. Big Show goes one-on-one with Edge. Matt Hardy and Intercontinental Champion Drew McIntyre look to qualify for the Money in the Bank Ladder Match. All this and more.
Episode 11: SmackDown - Mar. 12, 2010
World Heavyweight Champion Chris Jericho invites Edge to The Highlight Reel. When Rey Mysterio looks to celebrate his daughter's birthday with the WWE Universe, CM Punk and his Straight Edge Society crash the festivities. John Morrison battles Big Show. Plus, Drew Mcintyre proves he is a fighting champion, Undertaker makes a statement, and more.
Episode 12: SmackDown - Mar. 19, 2010
Edge hosts The Cutting Edge, featuring World Heavyweight Champion Chris Jericho and his NXT pupil Wade Barrett. When an angry Rey Mysterio decides to accept CM Punk's recent challenge to face him on The Grandest Stage of Them All, the self-proclaimed Straight Edge Savior ups the ante. All this and much more!
Episode 13: SmackDown - Mar. 26, 2010
Just days before teaming with John Morrison to challenge ShoMiz for the Unified WWE Tag Team Titles, R-Truth takes to the ring to go one-on-one with Big Show in the main event. All the competitors in the Money in the Bank Ladder Match meet in a 10-Man Tag Team Match. Plus, preview the matches coming at WrestleMania. All this and much more.
Episode 14: SmackDown - Apr. 02, 2010
Despite successfully retaining the World Heavyweight Championship against Edge at WrestleMania XXVI, Chris Jericho finds the celebration cut short when Jack Swagger seizes an opportunity to turn his newly won Money in the Bank contract into gold. Plus, the NXT Rookies are given one hell of a challenge, Dolph Ziggler in action, and much more.
Episode 15: SmackDown - Apr. 09, 2010
With an opportunity to challenge Jack Swagger for the World Heavyweight Championship at Extreme Rules at stake, Chris Jericho and Edge clash. Jack Swagger goes one-on-one with John Morrison. Plus, Rey Mysterio accepts CM Punk's recent challenge, Shad Gaspard explains his motivations for turning on JTG, and much more.
Episode 16: SmackDown - Apr. 16, 2010
In response to Raw Superstar Randy Orton receiving an opportunity for the World Heavyweight Championship over a competitor from SmackDown, General Manager Theodore Long orders Jack Swagger to defend the title against Chris Jericho and Edge in a Triple Threat Match main event. Plus, Kane, Dolph Ziggler, and many more in action.
Episode 17: SmackDown - Apr. 23, 2010
Rey Mysterio & Kane take on The Straight Edge Society's CM Punk & Luke Gallows. World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger takes to the ring for a Non-Title Match against John Morrison. Chris Jericho vows to end Edge's career. Plus, JTG in action, LayCool faces the duo of Beth Phoenix & Mickie James, and much more.
Episode 18: SmackDown - Apr. 30, 2010
Edge delives a farewell address to SmackDown before heading to Raw. After treating the WWE Universe to a rendition of his life story, World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger finds himself standing face-to-face with a giant. The Straight Edge Society's CM Punk & Luke Gallows take on MVP & Rey Mysterio. All this and much more.
Episode 19: SmackDown - May. 07, 2010
When Drew McIntyre's actions lead SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long to strip him of the Intercontinental Championship and fire him from the brand, Superstars are given a chance to claim the vacant title in a tournament for the gold. Jack Swagger competes in a Non-Title Match against Kane. Rey Mysterio issues another challenge to CM Punk.
Episode 20: SmackDown - May. 14, 2010
CM Punk orders his Straight Edge Society not to join him at ringside during his match against Rey Mysterio. A new Intercontinental Champion is crowned when Kofi Kingston and Christian battle for the vacant title. Big Show steps on the accomplishments of World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger. Beth Phoenix defends the Women's Championship.
Episode 21: SmackDown - May. 21, 2010
With SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long's recent decisions against him being overturned, Intercontinental Champion Drew McIntyre returns to action to go one-on-one with Big Show in the main event. Christian becomes the recipient of a premeditated attack on The Peep Show. World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger faces Kofi Kingston.
Episode 22: SmackDown - May. 28, 2010
Several Superstars compete in a series of matches to qualify for the upcoming Fatal 4-Way Match for the World Heavyweight Championship. Drew McIntyre partners with World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger to take on Intercontinental Champion Kofi Kingston & Big Show and much more.
Episode 23: SmackDown - Jun. 04, 2010
After the news breaks that The Undertaker was found in a vegetative state following a suspicious attack, Kane looks to lay the memory of his brother to rest. With The Deadman gone, SmackDown Superstars take to the ring to compete in a Battle Royal to take his spot in the upcoming Fatal 4-Way Match for the World Heavyweight Championship.
Episode 24: SmackDown - Jun. 11, 2010
Big Show battles CM Punk. An altercation between Rey Mysterio and World Heavyweight Champion Jack Swagger leads to a Non-Title Match. With The Undertaker's apparent demise weighing on his mind, Kane looks to exact revenge on those responsible for harming his brother. Plus, Drew McIntyre earns a new enemy, Christian faces Dolph Ziggler, and more.
Episode 25: SmackDown - Jun. 18, 2010
Jack Swagger partners with CM Punk to take on Rey Mysterio & Big Show in the main event. Kane takes exception to an impersonation of his brother The Undertaker. With his job as SmackDown General Manager on the line, Theodore Long is forced to face Drew McIntyre in singles action. All this and much more.
Episode 26: SmackDown - Jun. 25, 2010
SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long and Vickie Guerrero begin evaluating potential competitors for the Money in the Bank Ladder Match. CM Punk is punished by Kane in a No Disqualification Match. Drew Mcintyre finds himself facing an old nemesis. Plus, Dolph Ziggler chooses gold over romance, Jack Swagger battles Big Show, and more.
Episode 27: SmackDown - Jul. 02, 2010
Jack Swagger's frustrations over losing the World Heavyweight Title get the better of him when he partners with "Dashing" Cody Rhodes against Big Show & World Heavyweight Champion Rey Mysterio. After going one-on-one with Luke Gallows, Kane learns that his quest for vengeance against The Straight Edge Society may be unjustified.
Episode 28: SmackDown - Jul. 09, 2010
Big Show faces Jack Swagger in the main event. After being humbled by SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long, Drew McIntyre sets out to qualify for the Money in the Bank Ladder Match by facing Intercontinental Champion Kofi Kingston. CM Punk judges whether or not Serena should be excommunicated from his Straight Edge Society. All this and more.
Episode 29: SmackDown - Jul. 16, 2010
Jack Swagger looks to prove his innocence in The Undertaker's demise as he battles Kane in the main event. The Straight Edge Society fails to prevent Big Show from exacting revenge on their leader, CM Punk. Plus, Christian in action, Intercontinental Champion Kofi Kingston goes one-on-one with Cody Rhodes, and much more.
Episode 30: SmackDown - Jul. 23, 2010
Rey Mysterio battles Jack Swagger in a 2-Out-of-3 Falls Match. Christian partners with Matt Hardy to take on Drew McIntyre & Cody Rhodes. Plus, Big Show's problems with CM Punk and his Straight Edge Society continue, Dolph Ziggler faces off against Intercontinental Champion Kofi Kingston, and much more.
Episode 31: SmackDown - Jul. 30, 2010
Rey Mysterio battles Jack Swagger in a No Disqualification Match main event. Michelle McCool defends the Women's Championship against Tiffany. In a Non-Title Match, Dolph Ziggler goes one-on-one with Intercontinental Champion Kofi Kingston. Big Show's rivalry with CM Punk and The Straight Edge Society continues when he takes on Luke Gallows.
Episode 32: SmackDown - Aug. 06, 2010
The person responsible for The Undertaker's demise is revealed when Rey Mysterio goes one-on-one with Drew Mcintyre in the main event. MVP partners with JTG & Chris Masters to take on The Straight Edge Society's Luke Gallows, Joey Mercury & CM Punk. Dolph Ziggler challenges Kofi Kingston for the Intercontinental Championship. All this and more.
Episode 33: SmackDown - Aug. 13, 2010
World Heavyweight Champion Kane takes to the ring to go one-on-one with Kofi Kingston. Rey Mysterio gears up to take on Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler in the main event. In the midst of his rivalry with CM Punk's Straight Edge Society, Big Show competes in a 3-on-1 Handicap Match. Plus, Christian, Drew McIntyre, and many more in action.
Episode 34: SmackDown - Aug. 20, 2010
World Heavyweight Champion Kane reveals his twisted motivations for putting The Undertaker in a vegetative state. Alberto Del Rio makes his debut against Rey Mysterio in the main event. Dolph Ziggler puts the Intercontinental Championship on the line in a match against Kofi Kingston. Plus, The Straight Edge Society, Christian, and more in action.
Episode 35: SmackDown - Aug. 27, 2010
World Heavyweight Champion Kane goes one-on-one with Rey Mysterio in a No Disqualification Match. The Undertaker addresses the sins of his brother. Big Show takes to the ring to battle Luke Gallows of The Straight Edge Society in the main event. Plus, CM Punk, Alberto Del Rio, and many more in action.
Episode 36: SmackDown - Sep. 03, 2010
The dark and twisted sibling rivalry between The Undertaker and World Heavyweight Champion Kane is on display when The Devil's Favorite Demon sends a grave message to his brother. The Straight Edge Society's CM Punk & Luke Gallows take on Big Show in a Handicap Match. Christian takes to the ring to go one-on-one with Drew McIntyre.
Episode 37: SmackDown - Sep. 10, 2010
The Undertaker battles CM Punk in the main event. Matt Hardy sets his sights on making a huge statement when he goes one-on-one with Alberto Del Rio. Kofi Kingston partners with The Masterpiece Chris Masters to take on Chavo Guerrero & Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler. Plus, Jack Swagger, Drew McIntyre, and more in action.
Episode 38: SmackDown - Sep. 17, 2010
The Undertaker and World Heavyweight Champion Kane meet face-to-face one last time. After trying to incite an altercation with Alberto Del Rio on The Peep Show, Christian goes one-on-one with CM Punk in the main event. Plus, Hornswoggle receives a lesson in verbal communication, Kofi Kingston takes on Jack Swagger, and much more.
Episode 39: SmackDown - Sep. 24, 2010
World Heavyweight Champion Kane learns that his ongoing rivalry with The Undertaker is far from over. Alberto Del Rio looks to give Christian a break. "Dashing" Cody Rhodes & Drew McIntyre defend the WWE Tag Team Championship against The Hart Dynasty. The Straight Edge Society continues to fall apart when CM Punk goes one-on-one with Luke Gallows.
Episode 40: SmackDown - Oct. 01, 2010
Big Show battles The Nexus in a Handicap Match. John Cena faces off against World Heavyweight Champion Kane in a Lumberjack Match. The Undertaker takes to the ring to battle CM Punk. Plus, MVP challenges Dolph Ziggler for the Intercontinental Championship, the rivalry between Alberto Del Rio and Rey Mysterio rages on, and more.
Episode 41: SmackDown - Oct. 08, 2010
Following Paul Bearer's recent return from the dark side to help World Heavyweight Champion Kane get the better of The Undertaker, The Devil's Favorite Demon addresses his unholy reunion with his father. In the main event, Alberto Del Rio goes one-on-one with Rey Mysterio. Dolph Ziggler defends the Intercontinental Championship against MVP.
Episode 42: SmackDown - Oct. 15, 2010
With the grave being the only logical place for the The Undertaker and Kane's sibling rivalry to finally come to an end, Paul Bearer beckons The Phenom to challenge The Devil's Favorite Demon for the World Heavyweight Championship in a Buried Alive Match at Bragging Rights. Plus, Superstars compete to join Team SmackDown and more.
Episode 43: SmackDown - Oct. 22, 2010
As Bragging Rights approaches, Superstars from Raw clash with the Superstars of SmackDown a little bit early. Team SmackDown's Big Show, Rey Mysterio & Kofi Kingston take on Team Raw's Sheamus, Ezekiel Jackson & The Miz. WWE Champion Randy Orton faces off against World Heavyweight Champion Kane. All this and much more.
Episode 44: SmackDown - Oct. 29, 2010
Alberto Del Rio, Edge, and Rey Mysterio clash in a Triple Threat Match main event to determine the new No. 1 Contender for the World Heavyweight Championship. Two champions clash as United States Champion Daniel Bryan takes on Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler. Plus, Jack Swagger, Big Show, and many more in action.
Episode 45: SmackDown - Nov. 05, 2010
When The Nexus returns to SmackDown, SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long tasks Edge, Kofi Kingston, Big Show, Alberto Del Rio, and World Heavyweight Champion Kane to face them in a 10-Man Tag Team Match. MVP, Cody Rhodes, and Drew McIntyre clash in a Triple Threat Match to determine the No. 1 Contender for the Intercontinental Championship.
Episode 46: SmackDown - Nov. 12, 2010
With his membership in The Nexus at stake, David Otunga looks to break his recent losing streak by returning to SmackDown to go one-on-one with Edge in a Lumberjack Match. Dolph Ziggler puts the Intercontinental Championship on the line in a match against MVP. Plus, World Heavyweight Champion Kane battles Big Show and much more action.
Episode 47: SmackDown - Nov. 19, 2010
After kidnapping Paul Bearer on the previous edition of SmackDown, Edge uses his hostage to get the better of World Heavyweight Champion Kane. As the road to Survivor Series winds down, an altercation between the teams of Alberto Del Rio and Rey Mysterio leads SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long to make a special main event. All this and more.
Episode 48: SmackDown - Nov. 26, 2010
While Edge continues to hold Paul Bearer hostage, World Heavyweight Champion Kane is forced to give The Rated-R Superstar exactly what he wants in the hopes of getting his father back in time for the holidays. Several Superstars try to qualify for the King of the Ring Tournament. Michelle McCool goes one-on-one with Kelly Kelly. All this and more.
Episode 49: SmackDown - Dec. 03, 2010
After recently giving in to Edge's mind games to grant him a chance at the World Heavyweight Championship, Kane goes one-on-one with The Rated-R Superstar for the right to choose the stipulation for their upcoming battle. Plus, Kofi Kingston and Jack Swagger meet for a chance at the Intercontinental Championship and much more.
Episode 50: SmackDown - Dec. 10, 2010
As his attempts to rescue Paul Bearer from the clutches of Edge become even more desperate, World Heavyweight Champion Kane & Alberto Del Rio take on The Rated-R Superstar & Rey Mysterio. Dolph Ziggler defends the Intercontinental Championship against Kofi Kingston. Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov defend the WWE Tag Team Championship.
Episode 51: SmackDown - Dec. 17, 2010
Episode 52: SmackDown - Dec. 21, 2010
Episode 53: SmackDown - Dec. 31, 2010